To set the desired volume, proceed as follows:
- briefly press theSET
button, the previously set
volume “level” will flash on the display;
- press the
orbutton to adjust;
- press theSET
button briefly to go back to the
menu screen or hold the button down to go back
to the standard screen without saving.
Reactivation of buzzer for S.B.R. signal (Belt
buzzer)
This function can be displayed only after a Fiat
Dealership has deactivated the SBR system (see "SBR
system" in the "Safety" section).
Scheduled Servicing (Service)
Using this function you can display information about
the mileage intervals for vehicle servicing.
To consult the information, proceed as follows:
- press theSET
button briefly: the display will
show when servicing is due in km or mi according to
the previous setting (see paragraph "Units of
measurement");
- briefly press theSET
button to go back to the
menu screen or hold the button down to go back
to the standard screen.NoteThe "Scheduled Servicing Plan" includes vehicle
maintenance at fixed intervals, refer to the
"Maintenance and care" chapter. The indication of
the "Service" function will appear automatically, with
the key in MAR position, starting from 2,000 km
(or 1,240 mi) and will be displayed every 200 km (or
124 mi).
Below 200 km servicing indications are more
frequent. The display will be in km or miles according
to the unit of measurement set. When the next
service is close, when the ignition is turned ON the
word "Service" appears in the display followed by
the remaining number of kilometres/miles. Go to a
Fiat Dealership, where the "Scheduled Service Plan"
operations will be performed and the message
will be reset.
Passenger airbag and side bag activation/
deactivation (Passenger bag)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This function allows the passenger side airbag to be
activated/deactivated.
Proceed as follows:- press the SETbutton and, after the display
shows the message (Passenger bag: Off ) (to
deactivate) or the message (Passenger Bag: On)
(to activate) by pressing the
andbuttons,
press the SET
button again;
the confirmation request message will appear on
the display;
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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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ENGINE STOPPING FAILURE CONDITIONS
With the device activated, for reasons of comfort,
limiting emissions and safety, the power unit does
not stop in certain conditions, including:
engine still cold;
particularly cold external temperatures, if the
corresponding indication is provided;
battery not sufficiently charged;
particulate filter regeneration in progress (diesel
engines only);
driver's door not shut;
driver's seat belt not fastened;
reverse gear engaged (for example, for parking
manoeuvres);
automatic climate control, if a suitable thermal
comfort level has not yet been reached or to
enable MAX-DEF function;
during the first period of use, to initialize the
system.
In the above cases the warning light fig. 105 flashes
and, where provided, an information message is
displayed.
RESTARTING CONDITIONS
For reasons of comfort, limiting pollutant emissions
and safety purposes, the power unit can restart
automatically without any action on behalf of the
driver if certain conditions are met, including:
battery not sufficiently charged;
reduced braking system vacuum, e.g. following the
brake pedal being pressed repeatedly;
vehicle in motion, for example when driving on
hilly roads;
stopping the engine through the Start&Stop
system for more than about three minutes.
automatic climate control system for adjusting the
thermal comfort level or to enable MAX-DEF
function. With a gear engaged, the engine can only
be automatically restarted by fully depressing the
clutch pedal. The driver is asked to perform this
operation through the warning light fig. 105 flashing
in the instrument panel and, where provided, the
message in the display.
NoteIf the clutch is not pressed, when the three
minutes have elapsed since the engine was stopped,
the engine can be restarted only by using the key.
fig. 106F0T0426
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NoteIn cases when the engine stops and this is not
desired, due for example to the clutch pedal being
released sharply with a gear engaged, if the
Start&Stop system is active, the engine can be
restarted by fully depressing the clutch pedal or by
placing the gear lever in neutral.
SAFETY FUNCTIONS
In engine cut-out conditions through the Start&Stop
system, if the driver unfastens his/her seat belt and
opens the driver or the passenger door, the engine
can only be restarted using the key. The driver is
notified of this condition both by a buzzer and the
flashing of the fig. 105 warning light on the
instrument panel and, where provided, an
information message on the display.
"ENERGY SAVING" FUNCTION
(for versions/markets, where provided)
If, as a result of automatic engine restarting, the
driver does not carry out any action on the vehicle
for an extended period (about 3 minutes), the
Start&Stop system stops the engine definitively, to
prevent fuel consumption. The engine can only
be started using the key in such cases.
NoteIn any case, it is possible to keep the engine
running by deactivating the Start&Stop system.
IRREGULAR OPERATION
In the event of malfunctions the Start&Stop system is
disabled. The driver is informed of the problem bythe switching on of the general failure fig. 107
warning light A, where provided, an information
message and the system failure fig. 107 icon B on the
control panel.
In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership.
VEHICLE INACTIVITY
In cases of car inactivity, special attention must be
paid due to the disconnection of the battery power
supply. Proceed as follows: disconnect connector
A fig. 108(by pressing button B) from the sensor C
for monitoring the status of the battery installed
on the negative pole D of the battery itself. This
sensor should never be disconnected from the pole
except if the battery is replaced.
IMPORTANT After turning the ignition key to STOP,
wait at least 1 minute before disconnecting the
electrical supply to the battery.
fig. 107F0T0427
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OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS
Some of the most important safety equipment of the
vehicle comprise the following protection systems:
seat belts;
SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) system;
head restraints;
child restraint systems;
front, side airbag (for versions/markets, where
provided).
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 head restraint adjustment
see the "Head restraints" paragraph in the "Knowing
your vehicle" chapter.
SEAT BELTS
USING THE SEAT BELTS
All vehicle seats are equipped with seat belts with
three anchor points and a retractor.
The retractor 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
reducing the risk of impact inside the passenger
compartment and 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.
The seat belt should be worn keeping the chest
straight and rested against the backrest.
To fasten the seat belts, hold the tongue A fig. 113
and insert it into the buckle B, until it clicks into
place.
If the seat belt jams during removal, let it rewind for
a short stretch, then pull it out again without jerking.
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To unfasten the seat belts, press button C. Guide the
seat belt with your hand while it is rewinding, to
prevent it from twisting.
WARNING
Never press button C fig. 113 when
travelling.
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.
WARNING
Remember that in the event of a violent
impact the rear seat passengers not
wearing seat belts are exposed to a ver y serious
risk and also represent a serious danger for
the front seat occupants.
The rear seat belts (for versions/markets, where
provided) must be worn as shown in diagram in
fig. 114 or fig. 115.
IMPORTANT The “red band” on the levers A
fig. 116 used for folding the seat will not appear
when the backrest is correctly secured. This red
band indicates that the backrest is not secured.
fig. 113F0T0147fig. 114F0T0193
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IMPORTANT After putting the rear seats (for
versions/markets, where provided) back to their
normal operating position, re-position the seat belt
so that it is immediately ready for the next use.WARNING
Make sure the backrest is properly
secured at both sides (”red bands” not
visible) to prevent it moving forward in the
event of sharp braking, causing injuries to
passengers.
fig. 115 - N1 versions (4 seats)F0T0342
fig. 116F0T0921
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SBR SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The vehicle is equipped with a system called S.B.R.
(Seat Belt Reminder), which warns the driver and
front passenger if their seat belt is not fastened, as
follows:
warning lightcomes on in the instrument panel
and the buzzer sounds continuously for the first 6
seconds;
warning lightflashes in the instrument panel and
the buzzer sounds intermittently for the following
90 seconds.
For permanent deactivation, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
The SBR system can also be reactivated through the
setup 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 violent 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.
The retractor locks to indicate that the pretensioner
has intervened; the seat belt cannot be drawn back
up even when guiding it manually.
IMPORTANT To obtain the highest degree of
protection from the action of the pretensioner, wear
the seat belt tight to the chest and pelvis.
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 and mud, it must absolutely
be replaced.
WARNING
The pretensioner may be used only
once. After it is triggered, have it
replaced at a Fiat Dealership.
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