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Therefore, correct restraint systems
other than adult seat belts are
necessary to reduce as much as
possible the risk of injuries in the event
of an accident, braking or a sudden
manoeuvre. Children must be seated
safely and comfortably. Depending on
the characteristics of the child restraint
systems used, you are advised to keep
children in rearward facing child
restraint systems for as long as
possible (at least until 3-4 years old),
since this is the most protected
position in the event of an impact.
The choice of the most suitable child
restraint device depends on the weight
of the child; there are various types of
child restraint systems and you are
advised always to choose the one that
is most suitable for the child.
It is recommended to always choose
the restraint system most suitable for
the child; for this reason always refer to
the Owner Handbook provided with
the child restraint system, to be sure
that it is of the right type for the
children it is intended for.In Europe the characteristics of child
restraint systems are ruled by the
regulation ECE-R44, dividing them into
five weight groups:
Group 0 up to 10 kg in weight
Group 0+ up to 13 kg in weight
Group 1 9-18 kg
Group 2 15-25 kg
Group 3 22-36 kg
All child restraint devices must bear the
certification data, together with the
control mark, on a label solidly fixed to
the seat which must never be removed.
Lineaccessori Mopar
®includes child
restraint systems for each weight
group.
These devices are recommended
having been specifically designed for
Fiat cars.
FITTING A CHILD
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
WITH SEAT BELTS
The Universal child restraint systems
installed with the seat belts only are
type-approved on the basis of the
ECE R44 standard and are divided into
various weight groups.
WARNING The figures are indicative
and provided for assembly purposes
only.
Fit the child restraint system according
to the instructions, which must be
included.
IMPORTANT Following an accident of
a medium-to-high severity, it is
recommended to replace both the child
restraint system and the seat belt to
which it was bound.
Group 0 and 0+
Babies up to 13 kg must be carried
rearward facing on a cradle restraint
system, which, supporting the head,
does not induce stress on the neck in
the event of sharp decelerations.
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PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH
REGULATIONS ON UNIVERSAL CHILD SEAT USE
Fiat 500 complies with the new European Directive 2000/3/EC which governs the
arrangement possibilities for child restraints on the various seats of the car as
shown in the following table:
GroupWeight
groupFront passenger ()
Airbag onAirbag offRear passenger
Group 0, 0+ up to 13 kg X U U
Group 1 9-18 kg X U U
Group 2 15-25 kg U U U
Group 3 22-36 kg U U U
U = suitable for child restraint systems of the “Universal” category, according to European
Standard EEC-R44 for the specified Groups”.
X = restraint system not suitable for children in this weight category.
(
) IMPORTANT: NEVER fit rearward facing child restraint systems on the front seat
with an active passenger side airbag. Deactivate the respective airbag to install a rearward facing
child restraint system
(see instructions in the “Supplementary Restraint System
(SRS) - Airbag” paragraph).
INSTALLING AN
ISOFIX CHILD
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
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The vehicle is equipped with ISOFIX
anchorages, a new standard which
makes fitting a child restraint system
quick, simple and safe.
The ISOFIX system lets you install the
ISOFIX child restraining system without
using the car seat belts but connecting
them directly to the carseat with three
anchors in the car.
Traditional child restraint systems can
be fitted alongside ISOFIX child restraint
systems on different seats in the same
vehicle.
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To install an ISOFIX child restraint
system, attach it to the two metal
anchor points A fig. 76, located behind
the rear seat cushion,where the rear
seat cushion meets the backrest and
highlighted by the symbol.
Then remove the parcel shelf and fix
the upper strap (available together with
the child restraint system) to the anchor
point B fig. 77, located behind the
backrest, at the bottom.
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An example of an Universal Isofix child
seat for weight group 1 is shown in
fig. 78.The other weight groups are covered
by the specific Isofix child restraint
system, which can be used only if
specifically designed, tested and
approved for this car (see car list
provided with the child seat).
WARNING The figure is indicative and
for assembly purposes only.
Fit the child restraint system
according to the instructions, which
must be included.
NOTE When a Universal ISOFIX child
restraint system is used, only ECE
R44 “ISOFIX Universal” (R44/03 or
further upgrades) type-approved child
restraint systems can be used.
The Universal Isofix “Duo Plus” child
restraint system and the special “G
0/1” restraint system are available from
Lineaccessori Mopar
®.
For any further details on
installation/use, refer to the
instruction manual provided with the
child seat.
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PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS ON ISOFIX CHILD
RESTRAINT SYSTEM USE
The table below shows the various installation possibilities for Isofix child restraint systems on seats fitted with Isofix attachments
in accordance with European standard ECE 16.
Weight groupChild restraint system
orientationIsofix size classIsofix position
Rear side
Group 0 up to 10 kg Facing backwards E X
Group 0+ up to 13 kg Facing backwards E X
Facing backwards D X
Facing backwards C X
Group 1 from 9 to 18 kg Facing backwards D X
Facing backwards C X
Facing forwards B IUF
Facing forwards B1 IUF
Facing forwards A IUF (*)
X: Isofix position not suitable for Isofix child restraint system in this weight group and/or size class.
IUF: Suitable for forward facing Isofix child restraint systems in the Universal category and type-approved for the use in the weight group.
(*): This Isofix position is not suitable for Isofix child restraint systems in this group of weight and/or size class.
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Weight groupChild safety seatType of child restraint
systemChild restraint system installation
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Fair G0/1S
Type-approval number:
E4 04443718
Fiat order code: 71807388 Group 0+:
from newborn
to 13 kg from 40 cm
to 80 cm
Universal/ISOFIX child restraint system.
It can be fitted forward facing/rearward facing
using only the vehicle seat belts or the Isofix
anchorages. FCA recommends fitting it using
the rear facing ISOFIX platform
(RWF “A” type - to be purchased separately) or
the forward facing ISOFIX platform (FWF
specific “M” type - to be purchased separately),
the rigid headrest
(to be purchased separately) and the ISOFIX
anchorages for the vehicle. It must be fitted on
the rear outer seats.
FAIR rigid headrest
Fiat order code: 71807387
Fair ISOFIX RWF platform
“A” type for G 0/1S
Fiat order code: 71805368
or
Fair ISOFIX RWF platform
“M” type or G 0/1S
Fiat order code: 71806374
Group 1:
from 9 up to 18 kg
from 67 cm to
105 cm
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Weight groupChild safety seatType of child restraint
systemChild restraint system installation
Britax Römer KidFix XP
(for versions markets,
where provided) Group 2:
from 15 to 25 kg
from 95 cm
to 135 cmIt can only be installed facing forwards, using
the three-point safety belt and the vehicles
ISOFIX anchor points, if provided.
Fiat recommends installing it using the
vehicle’s ISOFIX anchor points. It must be
installed in the outside rear seats.
It can only be installed facing forwards, using
the three-point seat belt and the ISOFIX
anchorages of the vehicle, if present.
Fiat recommends installing it using the
vehicle’s ISOFIX anchor points.It must be
fitted on the rear outer seats.
Britax Römer KidFix XP
(for versions markets,
where provided) Group 3:
from 22 to 36 kg
from 136 cm
to 150 cm
It must only be installed facing forward, using
the three-point seat belt Safety 1st Manga
E13 045072 Group 3:
from 22 to 36 kg
from 136 cm
to 150 cm
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TECHNICAL DATA
IDENTIFICATION
DATA
VIN PLATE
The plate can be found on the left side
of the boot floor and it bears the
following identification data fig. 148:
A Name of Manufacturer
B Type-approval number.
C Vehicle type identification code.
D Chassis manufacture number.
E Maximum authorised weight of
vehicle when fully laden plus trailer.F Maximum authorised weight of
vehicle when fully laden plus trailer.
G Maximum authorised weight on first
axle (front).
H Maximum authorised weight on
second axle (rear).
I Engine type.
L Bodywork version code.
M Spare part number.
N Smoke opacity index (for diesel
engines).
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BODY PAINTWORK
IDENTIFICATION PLATE
This can be found on the external rear
door pillar (left-hand side) and it bears
the following information fig. 149:
A Paint manufacturer.
B Colour name.
C Fiat colour code.
D Respray and touch up code.
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Unladen weight (with all fluids,
fuel tank 90% full and
without optional equipment): 865 905 930/940 970/980 940 980
Payload
including the driver: 475 445 440 415 440 415
Maximum
permitted loads
– front axle: 770 770 830 830 830 830
– rear axle: 640 640 640 640 640 640
– total: 1340 1350 1370/1380 1385/1395 1380 1395
Towable loads
with braked trailer: 800 800 800 800 800 800
trailer without brakes: 400 400 400 400 400 400
Maximum load on the tow hook
with braked trailer: 60 60 60 60 60 60
Weights (kg)
0.9 TwinAir
60 HP*- 65 HP0.9 TwinAir 105 HP
If special equipment is fitted (sunroof, tow hitch, etc.) the unladen car weight increases, thus reducing the specified payload.
Loads not to be exceeded. The driver is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or load platform within the
maximum permitted loads.
Dualogic versions.
* For versions/markets, where provided
0.9 TwinAir 80 HP*- 85 HP
WEIGHTS