WARNING
The ASR system cannot prevent
accidents, including those due to
excessive speed on corners, driving on low-grip
surfaces or aquaplaning.
WARNING
The capability of the ASR system must
never be tested irresponsibly and
dangerously, in such a way as to compromise
personal safety and the safety of others.
MSR SYSTEM (engine drive regulation)
This is an integral part of the ESC system that, in the
event of a sudden gear down shift or an ABS braking,
cuts in and provides torque to the engine thus
preventing excessive driving wheel drive which,
especially in poor grip conditions, can lead to a loss
of stability.Engagement/ disengagement of the ASR
system
The ASR system switches on automatically each time
the engine is started.
When travelling, the ASR system can be switched off
and on again pressing button fig. 91 located among
the controls in the instrument panel.
Switching off is shown by the warning light
on the
instrument panel switching on together with a
message shown in the multifunction display, for
versions/markets where provided.
If the ASR is switched off when driving, it is
automatically switched on again when the vehicle is
started up.
When travelling on snowy roads with snow chains, it
may be helpful to turn the ASR off: in fact, in these
conditions, the driving wheels skidding when moving
off gives you better traction.
fig. 91F0T0504
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Operating conditions
The system is active for speeds above 15 km/h. In a
few situations such as sporty driving, particular
conditions of the road surface (e.g. icy, snowy,
unsurfaced roads...) the signalling may be delayed or
partial in detecting the contemporary deflation of
more than one tyre. Under special conditions (e.g.
vehicle loaded asymmetrically on one side, towing
a trailer, damaged or worn tyre, fitting the
space-saver wheel, use of the "Fix&Go Automatic"
kit, fitting snow chains, fitting different tyres on
the axles) the system may give false indications or be
temporarily deactivated.
If the system is temporarily deactivated, the warning
light
flashes for about 75 seconds and then is
continuously on; at the same time, the display shows
a dedicated message. This indication is displayed
also after the engine has been switched off and then
on again if the correct operating conditions are
not restored.
WARNING
The system is an aid for the driver, who
must always pay full attention while
driving.The responsibility always rests with the
driver, who must take into account the traffic
conditions in order to drive in complete safety.
The driver must always maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front .
WARNING
If the driver depresses the brake pedal
fully or carries out a fast steering during
system operation, the automatic braking
function may stop (e.g. to allow a possible
manoeuvre to avoid the obstacle).
WARNING
The laser beam is not visible at the
naked eye. Do not look directly, or with
optical instruments (e.g. lenses), at the laser
beam from a distance lower than 10 cm: this
may cause damage to the sight .The laser beam
is also present when the key is at MAR but its
operation is off, not available or manually
deactivated with the display Setup Menu.
WARNING
The system intervenes on vehicles
travelling in the same lane. Small sized
vehicles (e.g. bicycles or motorbikes) or people,
animals and things (e.g. pushchairs) and more in
general all those obstacles with a low reflection
of the light emitted by the laser (e.g. vehicles
soiled with mud) are not taken into
consideration.
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WARNING
The ABS with which the vehicle may be
equipped will not control the braking
system of the trailer. Particular caution is
therefore required on slippery roads.
WARNING
Never modify the braking system of the
vehicle to control the trailer brake.
The trailer braking system must be fully
independent from the hydraulic system of the
vehicle.
SNOW CHAINS
The use of snow chains should be in compliance with
local regulations.
Snow chains may be fitted only to the front wheel
tyres (drive wheels).
Check the tension of the chains after the first few
metres have been driven.
Keep your speed down when snow chains
are fitted: do not exceed 50 km/h. Avoid
potholes, steps and pavements and also
avoid driving for long distances on roads not
covered with snow to avoid damaging the car and
the road surface.
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Right-hand indicator
warning light.............................. 145
Rim Protector............................. 219
Rims and tyres ............................ 217
Roof rack/ski rack ....................... 69
Roof rails....................................... 69
Rubber lines ................................ 201
Saving fuel .................................... 128
Scheduled Servicing Plan .......... 184
Seat belt reminder ..................... 138
Seat belts
– Use ........................................... 97
Seats
– Accessing front seats............ 29
– Foldaway passenger seat...... 28
– Front seats .............................. 27
Securing your load ...................... 67
Side bags ...................................... 118
– Side Bags ................................ 118
Side lights - tail lights ................. 42
Side lights - tail lights
(changing a bulb) ...................... 160
Side lights/tail lights ................... 160
– Warning light ......................... 144
Side/tail lights warning light ..... 144
Snow chains ............................... 131Snow tyres................................... 126
Spare wheel ................................. 217
Speed block .................................. 83
Speedometer ............................... 13
Spray nozzles .............................. 203
Start&Stop system...................... 86
Starting procedure for
diesel versions .......................... 123
Starting procedure for
petrol versions ......................... 123
Starting the engine .................... 122
Steering lock ................................ 12
Steering System .......................... 216
Steering wheel ............................. 32
Stopping the engine ................... 124
Storage compartment................ 52
Sun visors ..................................... 54
Suspension ................................... 215
Symbols ......................................... 6
Tail lights/rear fog light
(changing a bulb) ...................... 163
Third brake lights ....................... 165
Third brake lights (changing
a bulb)......................................... 165
Tool bag ....................................... 149
Towing the vehicle ..................... 180
Towing trailers .......................... 130Traction Plus system .................. 81
Transmission ............................... 127
Trip Computer ............................ 24
Tyres ............................................. 217
Useful advice for extending
the life of your battery ........... 198
VIN plate...................................... 208
Warning lights and messages .. 133
Water in diesel fuel filter
warning light.............................. 140
Weights ........................................ 224
Wheel geometry........................ 217
Wheels ......................................... 217
Wheels and tyres ....................... 199
Window cleaning ........................ 44
Windows
– Electric front windows ........ 58
– Manual front windows ......... 59
Windscreen wiper ...................... 44
Windscreen/rear window
washer fluid ............................ 194
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