SUITABILITY OF PASSENGER SEATS FOR ISOFIX CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM USE
ISOFIX POSITIONS ON THE VEHICLE
Weight categories Size category Device Front passengerRear side
passengersRear central
passenger
Group 0 (up to 10 kg) E ISO/R1XILX
Group 0+ (up to 13 kg)E ISO/R1
XILX
D ISO/R2XILX
C ISO/R3X IL (*) X
Group 1 (from 9 up to
18 kg)D ISO/R2
XILX
C ISO/R3X IL (*) X
B ISO/F2XIUF-ILX
B1 ISO/F2XXIUF-ILX
A ISO/F3XIUF-ILX
X ISOFIX position not suitable for ISOFIX child protection systems for this weight and/or size category.
IL Suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems of the categories for "specific vehicles", "restricted", or "semiuniversal", approved for this typeof car.
IL (*) The ISOFIX child restraint system can be installed by adjusting the front seat.
IUF Suitable for forward facing ISOFIX child restraint systems in the Universal category and type-approved for the use in the weight group.
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i-Size CHILD RESTRAINT
SYSTEMS
These child restraint systems, built and
type-approved according to the i-Size
(ECE R129) standard, ensure better
safety conditions to carry children on
board a vehicle:
the child must be transported
rearward facing until 15 months;
child restraint system protection is
increased in the event of a side
collision;
the use of the ISOFIX system is
promoted to avoid faulty installation of
the child restraint system;
efficiency in the choice of the child
restraint system, which isn't made
according to weight any more but
according to the child's height, is
increased;
compatibility between the vehicle
seats and the child restraint systems is
better: the i-Size child restraint systems
can be considered as "Super ISOFIX";
this means that they can be perfectly
fitted in type-approved i-Size seats, but
can also be fitted in ISOFIX (ECE R44)
type-approved seats.
NOTE If your car seats are i-Size
approved, the symbol shown in
fig. 105 will appear on the seats near
the ISOFIX attachments.NOTE See the table shown on the
following page to check whether your
car is approved for installing i-Size child
restraint systems.
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SAFETY
CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS RECOMMENDED BY FIAT FOR YOUR VEHICLE
Lineaccessori MOPAR®includes a complete range of child restraint systems to be fixed using the seat belt with three
anchorage points or the ISOFIX anchorages.
IMPORTANT FCA recommends fitting the child restraint system according to the instructions, which must be included.
Weight group Child restraint system Type of child restraint systemChild restraint system
installation
Group 0+:
from birth to 13 kg
from 40 cm to
80 cm
BeSafe iZi Go Modular
Fiat order code: 71808564
Universal/i-Size child restraint
system.
It must be installed facing
rearwards, using the car seat
belts only, or the dedicated i-Size
base (which can be purchased
separately) and the car ISOFIX
anchorages.
It must be fitted on the rear outer
seats. ++
BeSafe iZi Modular i-Size Base
Fiat order code: 71808566
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SAFETY
Weight group Child restraint system Type of child restraint systemChild restraint system
installation
Group 0+/1:
from9upto18kg
from 67 cm to
105 cm
BeSafe iZi Modular i-Size
Fiat order code: 71808565
i-Size approved child restraint
system.
It mustbe installed on the car
together with the iZi Modular
i-Size Base (available separately).
It can be installed facing forwards
or facing backwards (refer to the
child restraint system manual). ++
BeSafe iZi Modular i-Size Base
Fiat order code: 71808566
Group 2:
from 15 to 25 kg
from 95 cm to
135 cm
Britax Römer KidFix XP
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Fiat order code: 71807984It can only be fitted 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.
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Weight group Child restraint system Type of child restraint systemChild restraint system
installation
Group 3:
from 22 to 36 kg
from 136 cm to
150 cmBritax Römer KidFix XP
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Fiat order code: 71807984It can only be fitted 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.
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SAFETY
Main recommendations to carry
children safely
Install the child restraint systems on
the rear seat, which is the most
protected position in the event of an
impact.
Keep children in rearward facing child
restraint systems for as long as
possible, until 3–4 years old if possible.
If the passenger's front airbag is
deactivated always check the
dedicated warning light on the trim
located on the dashboard to make sure
that it has actually been deactivated.
Carefully follow the instructions
supplied with the child restraint system.
Keep the instructions in the vehicle
along with the other documents and
this handbook. Do not use
second-hand child seats without
instructions.
Only one child is to be strapped into
each restraint system; never carry two
children using one child restraint
system.
Always check that the seat belts do
not rest on the child’s neck.
Always check that the seat belt is
well fastened by pulling on it.
While travelling, do not let the child
sit incorrectly or unfasten the belts.
Never allow a child to put the belt's
diagonal section under an arm or
behind their back.
Never carry children on your lap,
even newborns. No-one can hold a
child in the case of a crash.
If the car 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.
Any child restraint system fitted
facing forward on an outside rear seat,
independently of its weight group, must
be fitted after removing the head
restraint relative to the seat where it is
to be fitted. This does not apply to child
restraint systems that only consist of a
cushion (without backrest): these child
restraint systems must be installed
when the relative headrest is fitted.
IMPORTANT For correct installation on
the vehicle, some universal child
restraint systems require an accessory
(base) sold separately by the restraint
system's producer. Therefore, FCA
recommends confirming the retailer if
the desired child seat can be installed in
the car by having it done, before buying
the seat.
WARNING
80)SEVERE DANGER When a front
passenger airbag is fitted, do not install
rearward facing child restraint systems on
the front passenger seat. Deployment of
the airbag in an accident could cause fatal
injuries to the child regardless of the
severity of the collision. 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.
81)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).
82)Should it be necessary to carry a child
on the passenger side front seat in a rear
facing child restraint system, the passenger
side front airbag and side bag must be
deactivated through the Connect system
main menu (see the "Supplementary
Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag"
paragraph), verifying deactivation by
checking whether the
LED has
illuminated on the dashboard. Move the
passenger's seat as far back as possible to
avoid contact between the child seat and
the dashboard.
83)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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IMPORTANT NOTES
IMPORTANT In some circumstances,
such as with ice, snow or mud on the
surface of the camera, the camera
sensitivity may be reduced.
IMPORTANT When parking, take the
utmost care over obstacles that may be
above or under the camera range.
WARNING
133)Parking and other potentially
dangerous manoeuvres are, however,
always the driver’s responsibility. While
carrying out these manoeuvres, always
make sure that no people (especially
children) or animals are in the area
concerned. The camera is an aid for the
driver, but the driver must never allow
his/her attention to lapse during potentially
dangerous manoeuvres, even those
executed at low speeds. Always keep a
slow speed, so as to promptly brake in the
case of obstacles.
IMPORTANT
60)It is vital, for correct operation, that the
camera is always kept clean and free from
any mud, dirt, snow or ice. Be careful not
to scratch or damage the camera while
cleaning it. Avoid using dry, rough or hard
cloths. The camera must be washed using
clean water, with the addition of car
shampoo if necessary. In washing stations
which use steam or high-pressure jets,
clean the camera quickly, keeping the
nozzle more than 10 cm away from the
sensors. Also, do not apply stickers to the
camera.
TOWING TRAILERS
IMPORTANT NOTES
134) 135)
For towing caravans or trailers the
vehicle must be fitted with an approved
tow hook and an adequate electrical
system. Should aftermarket installation
be requested, this must be carried out
by specialists.
Install any specific and/or additional
door mirrors as specified by the
Highway Code.
Remember that, when towing a trailer,
steep hills are harder to climb, braking
distances increase and overtaking takes
longer depending on the overall weight
of the trailer.
Engage a low gear when driving
downhill, rather than constantly using
the brake.
The weight the trailer exerts on the
vehicle tow hook reduces the vehicle's
loading capacity by the same amount.
To make sure that the maximum
towable weight is not exceeded (given
in the vehicle registration document)
account should be taken of the fully
laden trailer, including accessories and
luggage.
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STARTING AND DRIVING
Do not exceed the speed limits specific
to each country you are driving in, in the
case of vehicles towing trailers. In any
case, the top speed must not exceed
100 km/h.
Any electric brake must be powered
directly by the battery through a cable
with a cross-section of no less than
2.5 mm
2.
In addition to the electrical branches,
the vehicle electrical system can only be
connected to the supply cable for an
electric brake and to the cable for an
internal light for the trailer, not
exceeding 15 W. For connections, use
the preset control unit with a battery
cable with section not less than 2.5 mm
2.
IMPORTANT The use of auxiliary loads
other than external lights (e.g. electric
brake) must take place with engine
running.
INSTALLING A TOW
HOOK
To install a tow hook contact a Fiat
Dealership.
WARNING
134)The ABS with which the car is
equipped will not control the braking
system of the trailer. Particular caution is
required on slippery roads.
135)Never modify the braking system of
the vehicle to control the trailer brake. The
trailer braking system must be fully
independent of the car’s hydraulic system.
SUGGESTIONS FOR
DRIVING
SAVING FUEL
Below are some suggestions which
may help you save fuel and thus lower
the amount of harmful emissions
released into the atmosphere.
Vehicle maintenance
Checks and operations should be
carried out in accordance with the
"Scheduled Servicing Plan" (see the
"Maintenance and care" chapter).
Tyres
Check the tyre pressures at least once
every four weeks: if the pressure is too
low, consumption levels increase as
resistance to rolling is higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded boot.
The weight of the vehicle and its
arrangement greatly affect fuel
consumption and stability.
Roof rack/ski rack
(where provided)
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack
from the roof when they are not used.
These accessories lower aerodynamic
penetration and adversely affect
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consumption levels.