SEATS
FRONT SEATS
WARNING
All adjustments must be made with the
vehicle stationary.
Lengthwise adjustment
Lift lever A fig. 16and push the seat forwards or
backwards: in the driving position your arms should
rest on the rim of the steering wheel.
WARNING
Once you have released 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.
Backrest angle adjustment
Turn knob B fig. 16.
Height adjustment (driver only)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Operate lever C fig. 16 to lift or lower the rear part
of the cushion to achieve the most comfortable
driving position.
IMPORTANT Adjustment must be carried out only
when seated in the relevant seat.
Driver seat lumbar adjustment
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Turn knob D fig. 16 to adjust the backrest support.
Seat heating
(for versions/markets, where provided)
With the key turned to MAR, press button A fig. 17
to switch the function on/off.
B
D
C
A
fig. 16F0T0153
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FIXED PARTITION (for N1 4 seat
versions)
This is located behind the backrest of the rear seats
fig. 21.
HEADREST
FRONT
These are height-adjustable and lock into place
automatically fig. 22.
Upward adjustment: lift the headrest until it locks.
Downward adjustment: press button A fig. 22and
lower the headrest.
fig. 21F0T0340fig. 22F0T0053
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WARNING
All adjustments must be carried out only
with the vehicle stationary and the
engine off. Headrests must be adjusted so that
the head, rather than the neck, rests on them.
Only in this case they can protect your head
correctly.To maximise the protective action
provided by the headrest , adjust the seat back
so that your trunk is upright and keep your
head as close to the headrest as possible.
REAR
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Lift up to use.
To put the headrests away, press buttons A
fig. 23fig. 24 and push them down into the backrest.To extract the headrests, raise them until you hear
the click (which indicates they are in "all extracted"
position).
IMPORTANT The headrests must always be in the
"all extracted" position when the rear seats are
in use.
fig. 23F0T0054fig. 24 - N1 versions (4 seats)F0T0341
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Adjusting headlight alignment
Press the
orbuttons on the control
panelfig. 90.
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.
ABS SYSTEM
This is an integral part of the braking system, which
prevents one or more wheels from locking or
slipping regardless of the road surface conditions and
braking intensity, giving the best control during
emergency braking.
The EBD system (Electronic Braking Force
Distribution) completes the system, allowing the
brake force to be distributed between the front and
rear wheels.
IMPORTANT For maximum efficiency of the braking
system, a bedding-in period of about 500 km is
needed: during this period it is better to avoid sharp,
repeated and prolonged braking.
SYSTEM INTERVENTION
The driver can tell the ABS system has come into
action because the brake pedal pulsates slightly and
the system gets noisier: it means that the vehicle
speed should be altered to suit the type of road
surface.
MECHANICAL BRAKE ASSIST (emergency
braking assistance)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This system, which cannot be deactivated, recognises
emergency braking conditions (according to the
brake pedal operation speed) and provides an
additional hydraulic braking pressure to support that
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SAFETY
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. 103
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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FITTING A CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM
WITH SEAT BELTS
WARNING
Incorrect fitting of the child restraint
system may result in an inefficient
protection system. In the event of an accident
the child restraint system may become loose
and the child may be injured, even fatally.When
fitting a restraint system for newborns or
children, strictly comply with the instructions
provided by the Manufacturer.
WARNING
When the child restraint system is not
used, secure it with the seat belt or with
the ISOFIX anchorages, or remove it from the
vehicle. Do not leave it unsecured inside the
passenger compar tment . In this way, in the case
of sudden braking or an accident , it will not
cause injuries to the occupants.
WARNING
After installing a child restraint system,
do not move the seat : always remove
the child restraint system before making any
adjustment .
WARNING
Always make sure that the diagonal
section of the seat belt does not pass
under the arms or behind the back of the child.
In the event of an accident the seat belt will
not be able to secure the child, with the risk of
injury, including fatal injury.Therefore the
child must always wear the seat belt correctly.
WARNING
The figures are only examples for fitting
purposes. Fit the child restraint system
according to the instructions, which must be
included.
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