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by pressing the brake pedal when the device is
adjusting the speed:
by pressing the clutch pedal when the device is
adjusting the speed;
by pressing button B fig. 53 when the device is
adjusting the speed (for versions/markets, where
provided);
by pressing the accelerator pedal (in this case the
system is not actually turned off but the
acceleration request takes priority; the cruise
control remains activated, without the need to the
press button B fig. 53 to restore the previous
conditions once the acceleration is over).
The device is automatically switched off in the
following cases:
if the ABS or VDC systems intervene;
with the vehicle speed below the set limit;
in the case of system failure.
WARNING
When travelling with the device on,
never set the gearshift lever to neutral.
WARNING
In the event of device faults or failures,
turn knob A to OFF and contact a Fiat
Dealership.
CEILING LIGHTS
FRONT CEILING LIGHT WITH MOVABLE
LENS
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. 54, as
shown in the diagram, to switch the light on/off
when the doors are closed.
FRONT CEILING LIGHT WITH SPOT
LIGHTS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Switch A fig. 55 is used to switch the ceiling lights
on/off.
With switch A in the middle position, lights C and D
go on/off fig. 55when the doors are opened/closed.
fig. 54F0T0113
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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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The device remains engaged even if the doors are
unlocked remotely.
WARNING
Always use this device when carr ying
children.
DOUBLE REAR SWING DOORS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The double rear swing doors fig. 78 are fitted with a
spring-loaded system that stops them when they
have opened to an angle of approximately 90
degrees.
To open them wider to an angle of 180 degrees, push
the locking device A fig. 79 (one on each side) as
shown in the diagram and simultaneously open the
doors.
WARNING
The spring-loaded system is designed for
optimum usage. Accidental knocks or a
strong gust of wind may release the springs,
forcing the doors to close.
Opening/closing the first swing door from the
outside
To open the door, turn the metallic insert of the key
in the lock or press button
on the remote
control and then pull handle A fig. 80 in the direction
of the arrow.
To close the door, turn the key in the lock or press
button
on the remote control.
fig. 78F0T0139fig. 79F0T0375
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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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WARNING
You must not exceed 160 km/h on snow
tyres with a “Q” mark; in any case, make
sure you stick to the rules of the highway code.
USING THE GEARBOX
To engage the gears, press the clutch pedal fully and
shift the gear lever A fig. 135 into the desired
position (the diagram is shown on the knob).
IMPORTANT Reverse may be engaged only when the
vehicle is at a standstill. With the engine running,
wait for at least 2 seconds with the clutch pedal fully
depressed before engaging reverse to prevent
damage to the gears and grating.
WARNING
Depress the clutch pedal fully to change
gear correctly.There should be no
obstacles on the floor underneath the pedals;
make sure that mats are always flat and do not
interfere with the pedals.
fig. 135F0T0055
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