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• Reduce your speed, especially on
roads with no streetlights.
• Stop at early signs of drowsiness.
Continuing to drive would be a risk
for yourself and for others. Have a
rest before continuing your trip.
• Keep the vehicle at a greater
distance from vehicles in front of
you than you would during the day:
it is difficult to assess the speed of
other vehicles when you only see the
lights.
• Use the high beams only outside of
densely-populated areas and when
you are sure that they will not
disturb other drivers.
• When another vehicle is
approaching, switch from high
beams (if on) to low beams.
• Keep lights and headlights clean.
• Outside of densely-populated areas,
beware of animals crossing the road.
Driving in the Rain
Rain and wet roads are dangerous. On
a wet road all maneuvers are more
difficult since wheel grip on the road
is significantly reduced. This means
that braking distances increase
considerably and road grip decreases.
Some advices for driving in the rain
are listed below. • Reduce your speed and keep a
greater safety distance from the
vehicles in front of you. High speed
may result in a loss of vehicle
control.
• When driving on wet or slushy roads,
it is possible for a wedge of water to
build up between the tire and road
surface. This is known as
aquaplaning and may cause partial
or complete loss of vehicle control
and stopping ability. To reduce this
possibility: slow down if the road has
standing water or puddles.
• Heavy rain substantially reduces
visibility. In these circumstances, even
during the day, turn on the low
beams, to be more visible to other
drivers.
• Set the air conditioning and heating
system controls on the defogging
function, in order to avoid any
visibility problem.
• Periodically check the conditions of
the windshield wiper blades.
• In low grip conditions use “I.C.E.”
driving mode (see chapters “Drive
Mode” in this section).
• Avoid driving with ESC OFF as this
will likely cause a loss of control of
the vehicle. Driving in Fog
If the fog is dense, avoid traveling if
possible.
When driving in mist, blanket fog or
when there is the possibility of banks
of fog, please consider some advices
listed below.
• Keep a moderate speed.
• Even in daytime, turn on the low
beams and rear fog lights. Do not
use the high beams.
• Remember that fog creates
dampness on the asphalt and thus
any type of maneuver is more
difficult and braking distances are
extended.
• Keep a safe distance from the
vehicle in front of you.
• Avoid sudden changes in speed as
much as possible.
• Whenever possible, avoid
overtaking.
• If you are forced to stop the vehicle
(breakdowns, impossibility of
proceeding due to poor visibility,
etc.), first of all, try to stop off of the
travel lane. Then turn on the hazard
warning flashers and, if possible, the
low beams.Driving
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CAUTION!
Failure to replace the filter may
considerably reduce the air
conditioning and heating system
efficiency.
Wiper Maintenance and Blades
Replacement Windshield Wiper Arms Lifting
When the windshield wiper arms are
in rest position it is not possible to
check or replace the blades as they
remain under the engine hood.
To service the blades it is necessary to
move the wiper arms in “Service”
position (see chapter “Wipers and
Washers” in section “Understanding
the Vehicle”). In this way it is possible
to lift the arms for cleaning or
replacing the wiper blades.
WARNING!
It is dangerous to operate or service
the wiper blades with the windshield
wipers in an active position (any
position different from “OFF”) and
with the ignition switch in the RUN
position. The rain sensors may
suddenly activate the wipers. Always use the “Service” position for any
intervention on the windshield wiper
blades.
Windshield Wiper Maintenance
Life
expectancy of
wiper blades varies
depending on the geographical area’s
weather conditions where the car is
used and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present
with chattering, marks on the glass,
water lines or wet spots. If any of
these conditions are present, clean the
wiper blades or replace if necessary.
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper
blades and the windshield/rear
window glasses periodically with a
sponge or soft cloth and a mild
nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove
accumulations of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass
for long periods may cause
deterioration of the wiper blades.
Always use washer fluid when using
the wipers to remove salt or dirt from
a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to
remove frost or ice from the
windshield. Keep the blade rubber out
of contact with petroleum products
such as engine oil, gasoline, etc. Spray nozzles
If the jet does not work, first check
that there is fluid in the tank (see
paragraph “Level checks” in this
section) then check that the nozzles
are not clogged.
Windshield Wiper Blades Replacement
• Move the wiper arms into “Service”
position, (see chapter “Windshield
Wipers and Washers” in section
“Understanding the Vehicle”) and
lift them.
• Press the indicated button, slip off
the blade support from the arm and
replace it.
• Return the blade to its original
position on the windshield.
• Turn the multifunction lever to one
of the automatic settings (see
chapter “Windshield Wipers and
Washers” in section “UnderstandingMaintenance and Care
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Wheels Maintenance Tires Maintenance CAUTION!
To obtain the best performances and
the longest mileage from the tires,
take the following precautions during
the first 310 mi (500 km):
• do not drive at the vehicle’s
maximum speed;
• drive at low speed on curves;
• avoid sudden steering;
• avoid sudden braking;
• avoid sudden acceleration;
• do not drive at high speeds for too
long.
The tires inflation pressure must
correspond
to the prescribed values
(see the chapter “Tire Inflation
Pressure” in section “Features and
Specifications”) and should be
checked only when the tires have
cooled down. In fact, the pressure
increases as the tire temperature
progressively increases.
Never reduce the pressure if tires are
hot (see “Tires – General Information”
chapter in section “Driving”). Insufficient tire inflating pressure can
cause tire overheating and possible
internal damage.
CAUTION!
After inspecting or adjusting the tire
pressure, always reinstall the valve
stem cap. This will prevent moisture
and dirt from entering the valve stem,
which could damage it.
Impacts with curbs, holes, and
obstacles
in the road, and prolonged
trips on rough roads can cause tire
damage which may not be visible to
the naked eye.
Check your tires regularly for any signs
of damage (e.g. scratches, cuts, cracks,
bulges, etc.). If sharp objects penetrate
the tires, they can cause structural
damage which is only visible when the
tire is removed.
In any case, any possible damage must
be inspected by an experienced
technician, as it may seriously reduce
the tire life.
Remember that tires deteriorate with
time, even if used little or not at all.
Cracks in the tire tread and sides,
alongside possible bulging, are a sign
of deterioration. WARNING!
• Check the inflating pressure of the
tires when cold, at least every two
weeks and before long trips.
• Have old tires inspected by an
experienced technician, to make
sure they can still be used safely. If
the same tire has been on your
vehicle for 4 or 5 years, have it
inspected anyway by an
experienced technician.
• Never fit tires of uncertain origin.
• “Directional” tires have an arrow on
their side showing the rolling
direction. To keep the best
performance when replacing a tire,
make sure that the rolling direction
corresponds to the one shown by
the arrow.
• During the tire life, the rolling
direction used for the first fitting
should always be observed, also in
case of “nondirectional” tires.
• Check the depth of the tire tread at
regular intervals. The thinner is the
tread, the greater is the risk of
skidding.
• Drive carefully on wet roads to
decrease the risk of aquaplaning.Maintenance and Care
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Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure value under the following loading conditions listed in the table below:
• PLC (Partial Loading Condition): considering 2 passengers + luggage.
• FLC (Full Loading Condition): considering 4 or 5 passengers + luggage.
(*) Speed driving higher than
124 mph (200 km/h)
Load PLC FLC PLC - FLC
Wheel Front and rear Front and rear Front and rear
Pressure 220 kPa – 32 PSI (2.2 bar) 260 kPa – 38 PSI (2.6 bar) 260 kPa – 38 PSI (2.6 bar)
Spare tire pressure 350 kPa – 51 PSI (3.5 bar)
(*) Not for winter and all-season tires.
NOTE:
• The pressure values indicated in the table are also indicated on the driver-side door pillar information label.
• For more information about the pressure check methods, see “Tires – General Information” in section “Driving”.
WARNING!
• Improperly inflated tires are dangerous.
• Under-inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire overheating and failure.
• Over-inflation reduces a tire's ability to cushion shock. Objects on the road and potholes can cause damage that results
in tire failure.
• Over-inflated or under-inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in loss of vehicle control.
• Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems.
• Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left.
• Always drive with each tire inflated to the recommended cold tire inflation pressure.Features and Specifications
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Abbreviations .................8
Accessories
Aftermarket Parts and Accessories
Statement .................13
Active Blind Spot Assist - ABSA . . . .271
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) . . . .247
Activation/Deactivation ...... .250
Display Warnings and
Maintenance ............. .255
Precautions while Driving with
ACC ................... .256
Setting the Following Distance . .252
Setting the Speed .......... .251
Airbag.....................64
Advanced Front Air Bag
Properties .................65
Air Bag Deployment Result .....70
Air Bag Deployment Sensors and
Controls ..................15
Air Bag System Components .....64
Front Air Bag Inflator Units .....68
Passenger Air bag Labels .......20
Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air
bag......................67
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) .....................64
Supplemental Seat-mounted Side
Air Bags (SAB) ..............66
Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable
Curtain (SABIC) ..............67
Transport of persons with
disability ..................71
Air Conditioning (A/C) System . . . .197 A/C Distribution ........... .142
Alarm, Vehicle Security ..........27
ALR (Automatic Locking Retractor) . .61
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) and
Electronic Brake-force Distribution
(EBD) ................... .239
Assistance ...................11
Assistance, if you need ..........11
ATC (Automatic Temperature
Control) ................. .202
Audio Controls .............. .176
Audio Controls on Central
Console ................. .176
Steering Wheel Audio Controls . .176
Audio, setting .............. .191
Audio System ............... .177
Automatic Transmission
Manual Release of Transmission .315
AWD
All-Wheel Drive, drive mode . . . .223
BAS (Brake Assist System) ...... .240
Battery ................... .332
Battery Recharge .......... .335
Battery Remote Posts Position. . .313
Maintaining Battery Charge . . . .356
To Disconnect the Battery .... .332
To Reconnect the Battery ..... .334
Blind Spot Alert ............. .266
RCP - Rear Cross Path ........ .268
Bluetooth, Customer settings .... .192
Bodywork
Maintenance and
Care . .350
Pre-Short Drop Function ..... .353 Protection from Atmospheric
Agents ................. .350
Useful Advice to Keep the Bodywork
in Good Condition ......... .351
Brakes
Brake and Stability Control System
(ESC) ................... .238
Brake Overheating ......... .242
Brake System ............. .238
Manual Release of Parking
Brake .................. .311
Parking Brake ............. .233
Using the Brakes ........... .241
Capacity/Refillings ........... .360
Cargo Area ................ .133
Loading with Rear Seatbacks Folded
Down .................. .134
Vehicle Load Carrying Capacity . .133
Child Restraint Systems ..........72
Children too large for Booster
Seats .....................73
Infants and Child Restraints .....72
Installing Child Restraint Systems
using the Vehicle Seat Belt equipped
with ALR ..................74
Lower Anchors and Tether for
Children (LATCH) ............75
Older Children and Child
Restraints .................73
Tips on getting the most out of your
child restraint ...............74
Climate Control ............. .197Index
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Spare parts service
Genuine Parts ..............13
Scheduled Maintenance .......13
Spare Parts Service .............13
SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System) ....................64
Start&Stop System ........... .210
Occupant Safety Function .... .212
Start&Stop Active Indicator . . . .148
Start&Stop Disable Indicator . . . .167
Start&Stop Failure Indicator
Light ................... .167
Start&Stop Function Disabling
Indicator ................ .212
Start&Stop Menu .......... .158
Start&Stop System Failure .... .214
Start the Engine
Engine Start Failure ......... .209
Engine Turn Off ........... .210
Steering Wheel
Heated Steering Wheel ...... .106
Phone and Voice Controls on
Steering Wheel ............ .204
Sunroof
Pinch Protect Feature ....... .137
Slide Opening Sunroof ....... .137
Sunroof Maintenance ....... .138
Venting Sunroof ........... .137
Sunshades ................. .136
Power Sunshades ............47
Sun Visors ................. .130
Surround View Camera System ....80
Symbols ....................14 Danger Symbols .............14
Symbols of Prohibitions and
Compulsory Measures .........14
TCS (Traction Control System) .... .240
Technical Data .............. .364
Telltales
Telltales on Speedometer ..... .146
Telltales on Tachometer ...... .148
Warning/Indicator Lights of Set
Modes/Functions on Display . . . .163
TFT Display: Menus and Settings . . .150
Tires
Change a Tire ............. .306
Compact spare tire ......... .289
Department of Transportation
Uniform Tire Quality Grades . . . .285
General Information ........
.281
Inflation
Pressure .......... .370
Punctured Tire, use ......... .306
Replacement Tires .......... .287
Tire Pressure .............. .286
Tire Pressure Checkup ....... .286
Tire Safety Information ...... .281
TPMS - Tire Pressure Monitoring
System .................. .289
Winter Tires .............. .288
ToolKit................... .304
Towing
Towing a Disabled Vehicle .... .315
Towing the Vehicle ......... .315
Vehicle Towing Conditions .... .315
TPMS System ............... .289 Tire Pressure Low Warning .... .291
TPMS Deactivation ......... .293
Traffic Sign Assist - TSA ........ .279
Transmission, Automatic ....... .214
Automatic Transmission Lever . . .215
Automatic Transmission Range . .218
Malfunction and Overheating
Conditions ............... .222
Transmission Manual Release of P
(Park) Position ............ .312
Transmitter, Key fob RKE
Preventing Inadvertent Locking of
Key fob RKE Transmitter Inside the
Vehicle ...................43
Trunk
Power Trunk Lid/Hand Free
(optional) .................50
Trunk Safety ...............54
Trunk Lid
Power Trunk Lid/Hand Free
(optional) .................50
Trunk Lid Emergency Release from
inside the Trunk .............53
Trunk Lid Operation ..........49
Updating ....................9
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .18
Vehicle Stored for Long Periods . . .355
Voice Commands ............ .205
Warning icons .................8
Warnings when Driving .........15Index
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