FIAT CODE
The Fiat Code system prevents
unauthorised use of the vehicle,
disabling engine starting.
Operation
Each time the vehicle is started by
turning the ignition key to MAR, the Fiat
Code system control unit sends a
recognition code to the Powertrain
Control Module to deactivate the
immobiliser.
The code is sent only if the Fiat Code
system control unit has acknowledged
the code received from the key.
Each time the ignition key is turned to
STOP, the Fiat Code system
deactivates the functions of the
Powertrain Control Module.
Irregular operation
If, during starting, the key code is not
correctly recognised, the
symbol is
displayed on the instrument panel (see
the instructions in the "Warning lights
and messages" paragraph, "Knowing
the instrument panel" chapter).This condition leads to the engine
switching off after 2 seconds. In this
case, bring the ignition device to STOP
and then to MAR; if it is still blocked, try
with the other keys provided. If it is still
not possible to start the engine, contact
a Fiat Dealership.
Activation of warning light while
driving
If thesymbol is displayed while
driving, this means that the system is
running a self-diagnosis (e.g. due to a
voltage drop).
If the display persists, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
DOORS
LOCKING / UNLOCKING
DOORS FROM THE
INSIDE
Automatic locking in motion
(where provided)
If all doors are closed properly, they will
automatically be locked once the
vehicle has exceeded 20 km/h
("Autoclose" function).
Manual locking/unlocking
Press the button shown in fig. 6 on the
central dashboard panel.
LED on button on: doors locked.
LED on button off: doors unlocked.
IMPORTANT Operating the handle of
the front doors unlocks all doors and
the tailgate.
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IMPORTANT
2)Make sure to take the key with you once
a door or the tailgate is locked, to prevent
locking the same key inside the vehicle. If
the key has been locked in, it can only be
recovered using the second provided key.
3)If the child lock was engaged and the
previously described locking procedure
carried out, operating the internal opening
handle will not open the door: in this case,
to open the door, the outside handle must
be used. The central locking/unlocking
button is not disabled by the engagement
of the emergency lock.
SEATS
The front seats can be adjusted so as
to ensure maximum comfort for the
occupants.
Driver seat adjustment must also be
carried out remembering that, keeping
the shoulders resting firmly against the
backrest, the wrists must be able to
reach the top of the steering wheel rim.
Additionally, it must be possible to
depress the clutch pedal with the left
foot, for versions with manual
transmission, or fully depress the brake
pedal with the right foot (versions with
automatic transmission, if present).
FRONT SEATS WITH
MANUAL ADJUSTMENT
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4)
Longitudinal adjustment
Lift lever 1 fig. 9 and push the seat
forwards or backwards.
12)
IMPORTANT Carry out the adjustment
while sitting on the seat involved (driver
side or passenger side).
Height adjustment
(where provided)
Move lever 2 upwards or downwards to
achieve the required height.
IMPORTANT Carry out the adjustment
while sitting on the seat involved (driver
side or passenger side).
Backrest angle adjustment
Pull lever 3 and accompanying the
backrest with the movement of your
torso (operate the lever until the desired
position is reached, then release it).
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Total boot extension
TIPO 5DOOR version
Tilting the rear seat backrest completely
forwards allows maximum loading
volume.
NOTE To increase the loading volume,
the rear parcel shelf can be removed,
see the next paragraph.
TIPO STATION WAGON version
The rear seat can be folded down
completely with the lower seat portion
to have a larger loading volume.
Once folded, the seats and backrests
will be position as shown in fig. 17.Removing the rear parcel shelf
(TIPO 5DOOR version)
To remove the parcel shelf, proceed as
follows:
open the tailgate and unhook the two
side cords (one on each side) from their
supports;
free the parcel shelf from the pins 1
fig. 18 (one on each side) and remove
it, keeping it flat as exits from the
tailgate.
NOTE The removed parcel shelf 1
fig. 19 can temporarily be put behind
the front seats as shown.
Repositioning the backrests
13)
Raise the backrests and push them
back until the locking click of both
retainers is heard. Visually check that
the red marks have disappeared from
the release devices 1 fig. 12. The
presence of the red notches indicates
that the backrest is not secured.
Seat repositioning
(TIPO STATION WAGON version)
After repositioning the backrests,
remove the seat belt fastening devices
from the elastic retainers and make sure
that they are free to turn.
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KNOWING YOUR CAR
When the CITY function is on, the
steering wheel effort is lighter, making
parking easier: therefore, this function is
particularly useful for driving in city
centres.
To ensure steering uniformity, when the
key is pressed while the steering wheel
is being turned, the change of force will
only be felt when it is turned in the
opposite direction, or the steering
wheel is released.
WARNING
28)It is absolutely forbidden to carry out
any after-market operation involving
steering system or steering column
modifications (e.g. installation of anti-theft
device) that could adversely affect
performance, invalidate the warranty, cause
serious safety problems and also result in
the car not meeting type-approval
requirements.
29)Before performing any maintenance
operations, always stop the engine and
remove the key from the ignition to lock the
steering column (especially when the car
wheels are not touching the ground). If this
is not possible (for example if the key
needs to be turned to MAR or the engine
must be running), remove the main fuse
that protects the electric power steering.
LUGGAGE
COMPARTMENT
IMPORTANT When travelling, do not
put any object on the rear parcel shelf
because they can injure passengers in
the event of an accident or sudden
braking.
OPENING
30)
Tailgate opening
When the central locking system is
unlocked, the tailgate can be opened
from outside the car using the electric
opening handle (where provided)
fig. 44 located under the handle until
the unlocking click is heard.The roof light inside the luggage
compartment will turn on when the
tailgate is opened; the roof light will
automatically switch off when the
tailgate is closed (see also "Interior
lights").
If the tailgate is left open, the roof light
will automatically switch off to preserve
the battery charge.
Emergency opening from inside
Proceed as follows:lower the head restraints and fold the
backrests;
identify and remove yellow guard A
fig. 45, which is press-fitted on the lock,
using the screwdriver provided;
insert the screwdriver in order to
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CLOSING
To close the tailgate, lower it onto the
lock until you hear it click.
IMPORTANT Before closing the tailgate
make sure that you have the keys,
since the tailgate is automatically
locked.
INITIALISATION
IMPORTANT If the battery is
disconnected or the protective fuse
blows, the tailgate opening/closing
mechanism must be reinitialised as
follows:
close all the doors and the tailgate;
press the"FIAT" button on the
remote control;
press thebutton on the remote
control.
TOOL BOX
(where provided)
It consists of a preformed box
fig. 47 (for TIPO 5DOOR versions) or
fig. 48 (for TIPO STATION WAGON
versions), which is located in the
luggage compartment and can be used
to store objects, making it possible to
have a flat load platform.
SECURING YOUR LOAD
TIPO 5DOOR version
There are four rings at the corners of
the luggage compartment (two at the
front 1 and two at the rear 2 fig. 49 ) for
attaching cables for firmly securing the
carried load.
TIPO STATION WAGON version
There are four rings in the luggage
compartment (two at the front 1 and
two at the rear 2 fig. 50 ) for anchoring
the carried load.
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KNOWING YOUR CAR
WARNING
30)Take care not to knock objects on the
roof rack when opening the tailgate.
31)In the event of an accident or sharp
braking, any object placed on the curtain
may be projected into the passenger
compartment, and risk hurting the
occupants.
IMPORTANT
9)The dimensions of the platform permit a
maximum distributed weight capacity of
95 kg: do not load objects with a greater
weight.
ROOF RACK / SKI
RACK
(where provided)
TIPO 5 DOOR VERSIONS
The car might be equipped with two
transversal bars which, with the
addition of special accessories, can be
used to carry various objects (e.g. skis,
surfboards, bikes, etc.).
The front couplings are located in
points 1 fig. 64.
The rear couplings are located in points
2.
Points 1 can be accessed with the
doors open, points 2 can be accessed
with the rear doors open.
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Refer to the instructions provided by
the manufacturer of the purchased
crossbars for installation. For further
information, contact a Fiat Dealership.
TIPO STATION WAGON VERSIONS
The car might be equipped with two
longitudinal bars which, with the
addition of special accessories, can be
used to carry various objects (e.g. skis,
surfboards, bikes, etc.).
Crossbars
The crossbars can only be installed
when the longitudinal bars are present.
Refer to the instructions provided by
the manufacturer of the purchased
crossbars for installation. For further
information, contact a Fiat Dealership.
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KNOWING YOUR CAR
SYMBOLS AND MESSAGES ON THE DISPLAY
Symbol What it means
redBONNET NOT PROPERLY SHUT
The symbol switches on when the engine bonnet is not properly shut (for versions/markets,
where provided). Close the bonnet properly.
redTAILGATE NOT PROPERLY SHUT
The symbol switches on when the tailgate is not properly shut (for versions/markets, where
provided). Close the tailgate correctly.
amberENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on constantly together with the message in the display in the case of
engine oil pressure sensor failure.
amberRAIN SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the case of failure of the rain sensor. Contact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
amberFUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM OPERATION
The symbol switches on in the event of fuel cut-off system intervention.
For reactivating the fuel cut-off system, refer to the description in the "Fuel cut-off system"
section in the "In an emergency" chapter. If it is still not possible to restore the fuel supply,
contact a Fiat Dealership.
amberFUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of fuel cut-off system failure. Contact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
amberSTART&STOP SYSTEM FAILURE
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The symbol switches on to report a failure of the Start&Stop system. The display will show a
dedicated message. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
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KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL
WARNING
132)Parking and other potentially
dangerous manoeuvres are, however,
always the driver’s responsibility. When
performing these operations, always make
sure that there are no other people
(especially children) or animals on the route
you want to take. The parking sensors are
an aid for the driver, but the driver must
never allow their attention to lapse during
potentially dangerous manoeuvres, even
those executed at low speeds.
IMPORTANT
57)The sensors must be clean of mud,
dirt, snow or ice in order for the system to
operate correctly. Be careful not to scratch
or damage the sensors while cleaning
them. Avoid using dry, rough or hard
cloths. The sensors should be washed
using clean water with the addition of car
shampoo if necessary. When using special
washing equipment such as high pressure
jets or steam cleaning, clean the sensors
very quickly keeping the jet more than
10 cm away.
58)Have interventions on the bumper in
the area of the sensors carried out only by
a Fiat Dealership. Interventions on the
bumper that are not carried out properly
may compromise the operation of the
parking sensors59)Only have the bumpers repainted or
any retouches to the paintwork in the area
of the sensors carried out by a Fiat
Dealership. Incorrect paint application
could affect the operation of the parking
sensors.
REAR VIEW CAMERA
(where provided)
DESCRIPTION
The rear camera 1 fig. 129 is located on
the tailgate.
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Camera activation/deactivation
Every time reverse is engaged, the
display fig. 130 shows the area around
the vehicle, as seen by the rear camera.
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