2018 FIAT DUCATO BASE CAMPER remove seats

PANORAMA VERSIONS
Adjustment of passenger seat
reclining backrest
Turn the knob A fig. 33.
Access to second row seats
To access the second row of seats,
operate the lever B fig. 33 on the right
outside seat in the first row and tilt
the backrest forward, accompanying it
with your left hand.When the seat is restored to its normal
position, it engages with the retaining
device without the need to operate the
lever again.
On the one-piece Panorama seat in the
second row both side seats are fixed.
Folding middle seat backrest (2nd -
3rd row)
Lift the lever C fig. 33 and tilt the
backrest forward.
A hard surface on the back of the
middle seat is for use as an armrest
and table with cup holders.
Operate the lever to reposition the
backrest.
To lower the backrest of the middle
seat in the second row, remove the
head restraint to make it easier to
adjust the backrest of the middle seat
in the first row.
COMBI VERSIONS
Easy Entry position
Lift the lever A fig. 34 and tilt the
backrest forward.
Stacked position
Proceed as follows:
– remove the head restraints from the
easy entry position;
– lift the lever B fig. 35 (located under
the lever A fig. 34) with your right hand;– turn the backrest 5° towards the rear
area;
– fold the backrest forward with your
left hand.
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Removing the bench
IMPORTANT At least two people are
needed to remove the bench.
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CARRYING
CHILDREN SAFELY
For optimal protection in the event of an
impact, all occupants must be seated
and wearing adequate restraint
systems, including newborn and other
children! This prescription is
compulsory in all EC countries
according to EC Directive 2003/20/EC.
Children below the height of 1.50
metres and up to 12 years must be
protected with suitable restraint
systems and be seated on the rear
seats. Statistics on accidents indicate
that the rear seats offer greater safety
for children. Compared with adults,
a child's head is proportionally larger
and heavier than the rest of the body,
while muscles and bone structure
are not fully developed. 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 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 system depends on the weight
and size of the child. There are various
types of child restraint systems that can
be secured to the vehicle by means of
the seat belts or with the ISOFIX
anchorages. 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 Weight range
Group0 upto10kg
Group 0+ up to 13 kg
Group 1 9-18 kg
Group 2 15-25 kg
Group 3 22-36 kg
As you can see, the groups overlap
partly and, in fact, there are devices on
sale that cover more than one weight
group.All restraint devices must bear the
type-approval data, together with the
control mark, on a label solidly fixed to
the child restraint system which must
never be removed.
Over 1.50 m in height, from the point of
view of restraint systems, children are
considered as adults and wear the seat
belts normally.
Lineaccessori MOPAR includes child
restraint systems for each weight
group. These devices are
recommended, having been specifically
designed for Fiat cars.
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Below is a summary of
the main safety rules to
be followed when
carrying children
The recommended position for
installing child restraint systems is on
the rear seat, as it is the most protected
area in the event of an impact.
Keep children in rearward-facing
child restraint systems for as long
as possible, ideally until they are 3–4
years old.
If the passenger front airbag is
deactivated, always check the
corresponding LED on the button
on
the instrument panel to make sure
that it has actually been deactivated.
Carefully follow the instructions that
come with the child seat, which the
manufacturer must supply. Keep the
instructions in the vehicle along with the
other papers and this handbook. Do
not use second-hand child seats
without instructions.
Always check that the seat belt is
well fastened by pulling on it.
Only one child is to be strapped into
each restraint system; never carry two
children using one child restraint
system.
Always check that seat belts do not
rest on the child’s neck.
While travelling, do not let the child
sit incorrectly or unfasten the belts.
Never carry children on your lap,
even newborns. No-one can hold
a child in the case of a crash.
Never allow a child to put the belt's
diagonal section under an arm or
behind their back.
If the vehicle has been involved in a
road accident, replace the child
restraint system with a new one. In
addition, and depending on the type of
child restraint system installed, replace
the Isofix anchorages or the seat belt
with which the child restraint system
was connected.
The rear headrest can be removed if
needed to install a child restraint
system. The headrest must always be
fitted in the vehicle if the seat is used by
an adult passenger or a child sitting in
a restraint system without backrest.
WARNING
88)Do not place a rearward facing cradle
seat on the front seat if the passenger side
airbag is enabled. Deployment of the
airbag in an accident could cause fatal
injuries to the child regardless of the
severity of the impact. It is advisable to
always carry children in a child restraint
system on the rear seat, which is the most
protected position in the event of a
collision. If you need to carry a child on the
front passenger seat in a rearward facing
cradle restraint system, the passenger side
airbags (front and side bags for chest/
pelvis protection, for versions/markets,
where provided) must be deactivated using
the setup menu. It is important to check
the dedicated LED on button
on the
dashboard to make sure that they are
actually deactivated. Move the
passenger's seat as far back as possible
to avoid contact between the child seat
and the dashboard.
89)On the sun visor there is a label with
suitable symbols reminding the user that it
is compulsory to deactivate the airbag if
a rearward facing child restraint system is
fitted. Always comply with the instructions
on the passenger side sun visor (see the
"Supplementary Restraint System (SRS)
- Airbag" paragraph).
90)Do not move the front or rear seat if a
child is seated on it or on the dedicated
child restraint system.
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91)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.
92)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 compartment. This
way, in the case of sudden braking or
an accident, it will not cause injuries to the
occupants.
93)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.
94)The figures are only examples for fitting
purposes. Fit the child restraint system
according to the instructions, which must
be included.
95)Car seats for weight groups 0 and 1
feature an anchor in front of the vehicle
safety belts as well as its own belts to
restrain the child. Due to their weight, they
may be dangerous if incorrectly mounted
(e.g. if fastened to the vehicle seat belts
placing a cushion in between). Follow the
assembly instructions carefully.SETUP FOR
“UNIVERSAL
ISOFIX” CHILD
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
The vehicle is set up for fitting an Isofix
child restraint system.
The ISOFIX system lets you install the
ISOFIX child restraining system quickly,
simply and safely, without using the
car seat belts, but by connecting the
child restrain system directly to the car
seat with three anchors in the vehicle.
Traditional child restraint systems can
be fitted alongside ISOFIX child restraint
systems on different seats in the same
vehicle.
To install an ISOFIX child restraint
system, attach it to the two metal
anchorages A fig. 115 located where
the rear seat cushion meets the
backrest, then fix the upper strap
(available together with the restraint
system) to the dedicated anchorage B
fig. 116 located at the bottom behind
the backrest.
As an example fig. 118 shows an
ISOFIX Universal carseat for weight
group 1.
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 fig. 117.
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IMPORTANT A small amount of dust
will be released when the airbags
are deployed. The dust is not harmful
and does not indicate the beginning of
a fire. Furthermore, the surface of the
deployed bag and the interior of the
vehicle may be covered in a dusty
residue: this may irritate your skin and
eyes. Wash with mild soap and water in
the event of exposure.
IMPORTANT Should an accident occur
in which any of the safety devices are
activated, take the vehicle to a Fiat
Dealership to have the activated
devices replaced and to have the whole
system checked.
Every control, repair and replacement
operation concerning the airbags must
be carried out only at Fiat Dealerships.
If you are having the vehicle scrapped,
have the system deactivated at a Fiat
Dealership first. If the vehicle changes
ownership, the new owner must be
informed of how to use the airbags and
the above warnings and also be given
this "Owner Handbook".
IMPORTANT Pretensioners, front
airbags and front side bags are
deployed differently according to the
type of collision. Failure to activate one
or more of the devices does not
indicate a system malfunction.
WARNING
100)Do not apply stickers or other objects
to the steering wheel, the dashboard in
the passenger side airbag area and the
seats. Never put objects (e.g. mobile
phones) on the passenger side of the
dashboard since they could interfere with
correct inflation of the passenger airbag
and also cause serious injury to the
passengers.
101)When there is an active passenger
airbag, DO NOT install rearward facing
child restraint systems on the front seat.
Deployment of the airbag in an accident
could cause fatal injuries to the child
regardless of the severity of the impact.
Therefore, always deactivate the passenger
side airbag when a rearward facing child
restraint system is installed on the front
passenger seat. The front passenger seat
must also be positioned back as far as
possible in order to prevent the child
restraint system from coming into contact
with the dashboard. Immediately reactivate
the passenger airbag as soon as the child
restraint system has been removed.
102)Never rest head, arms and elbows on
the doors, on the windows and in the
side air bag head protection area (Window
Bag) to prevent possible injuries during
inflation phase.
103)Never lean your head, arms or elbows
out of the window.104)If when turning the key to MAR the
warning light
does not turn on or if
it stays on when travelling (together with
the message on the multifunction display,
for versions/markets where provided), there
could be a fault in the safety systems; in
this event, airbags or pretensioners may
not trigger in the case of impact or, in
a lower number of cases, they could be
triggered accidentally. Contact a Fiat
Dealership immediately to have the system
checked.
105)Do not cover the backrest of the front
or rear seats with covers which are not
suitable for use with side bags.
106)Do not travel carrying objects in your
lap, in front of your chest or between
your lips (pipe, pencils, etc.): they could
cause severe injury if the airbag is
deployed.
107)Always drive keeping your hands on
the steering wheel rim so the airbag can
inflate freely if necessary. Do not drive with
your body bent forward. Keep your back
straight against the backrest.
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108)Airbags may be deployed if another
vehicle crashes into yours if the key is
inserted and on, even if the engine is not
running and your vehicle is standing.
Therefore, even if the car is stationary,
when an active front passenger airbag is
fitted, DO NOT install rear facing child
restraint systems on the front passenger
seat. Deployment of the airbag following an
impact could cause fatal injuries to the
child. Therefore, always deactivate the
passenger side airbag when a rearward
facing child restraint system is installed on
the front passenger seat. The front
passenger seat must also be positioned
back as far as possible in order to prevent
the child restraint system from coming
into contact with the dashboard.
Immediately reactivate the passenger
airbag as soon as the child restraint system
has been removed. Also remember that, if
the key is turned to STOP, none of the
safety devices (airbags or pretensioners)
will be deployed in the event of collision.
Non-deployment in such cases does
not indicate a system malfunction.
109)Have the airbag system checked by a
Fiat Dealership if the car was stolen, if
theft was attempted, or if the car was
subjected to vandalism or flooding.
110)By turning the ignition key to MAR
position, the LED on the
button located
on the dashboard lights up (the time it
stays lit up can vary depending on the
market), to check that the button LED is
working correctly.
111)Do not wash the seats with water or
pressurised steam (wash by hand or at
automatic seat washing stations).112)The front airbag is designed to be
deployed for impacts of a greater intensity
than for the pretensioners. For impacts
whose intensity falls between the two
levels, normally, only the pretensioners will
be activated.
113)Do not affix rigid objects to the
garment hooks or support handles.
114)The airbag does not replace seat
belts but increases their efficiency.
Furthermore, since front airbags are not
deployed in low-speed frontal impacts,
side impacts, rear shunts or roll-overs, the
passengers are protected only by the
seat belts which must therefore be
fastened at all times.
115)In some versions, in the event of a
LED
OFFfailure (located on the
dashboard trim), thewarning light on
the instrument panel turns on and the
passenger side bags are deactivated. In
some versions, in the event of a LED
ONfailure (located on the dashboard
trim), thelight on the console turns on.
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INTERIOR
Regularly check that water is not
trapped under the mats (due to water
dripping off shoes, umbrellas, etc.),
as this could cause oxidation of the
sheet metal.
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SEATS AND FABRIC
PARTS
Remove dust with a soft brush or a
vacuum cleaner. It is advisable to use a
moist brush on velvet upholstery.
Rub the seats with a sponge moistened
with a solution of water and neutral
detergent.
PLASTIC PARTS
It is advisable to clean interior plastic
parts with a moist cloth and a solution
of water and non-abrasive mild soap.
Use specific products for cleaning
plastic, without solvents and specifically
designed to prevent damage to the
appearance and colour of the treated
parts, to remove grease and tough
stains.
IMPORTANT Do not use alcohol,
petrols or derivatives to clean
the instrument panel glass.LEATHER STEERING
WHEEL/GEAR LEVER
KNOB/HANDBRAKE
(for versions/markets, where provided)
These components must be cleaned
with mild soap and water only. Never
use alcohol or alcohol-based products.
WARNING
205)Never use flammable products, such
as petroleum ether or modified petrol, to
clean the inside of the car. The
electrostatic charges which are generated
by rubbing during the cleaning operation
may cause a fire.
206)Do not keep aerosol cans in the
vehicle: they might explode. Aerosol cans
must not be exposed to a temperature
exceeding 50°C. When the vehicle is
exposed to sunlight, the internal
temperature can greatly exceed this value.
RUBBER HOSES
As far as the brake system and fuel
supply system rubber hoses are
concerned, follow the "Scheduled
Servicing Plan" in this chapter carefully.
Ozone, high temperatures and
prolonged lack of fluid in the system
may cause hardening and cracking of
the hoses, with possible leaks. Careful
checking is therefore necessary.
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