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NOTE:
Air bag covers may not be obvious in the
interior trim, but they will open during air bag
deployment.
After any collision, the vehicle should be taken
to an authorized dealer immediately.
Enhanced Accident Response System
In the event of an impact, if the communication
network remains intact, and the power remains
intact, depending on the nature of the event, the
Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) will
determine whether to have the Enhanced
Accident Response System perform the following
functions:
Cut off fuel to the engine (if equipped)
Cut off battery power to the electric motor (if
equipped)
Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has
power
Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as
long as the battery has power or for
15 minutes from the intervention of the
Enhanced Accident Response System
Unlock the power door locksYour vehicle may also be designed to perform any
of these other functions in response to the
Enhanced Accident Response System:
Turn off the Fuel Filter Heater, Turn off the
HVAC Blower Motor, Close the HVAC
Circulation Door
Cut off battery power to the:
• Engine
• Electric Motor (if equipped)
• Electric power steering
• Brake booster
• Electric park brake
• Automatic transmission gear selector
• Horn
• Front wiper
• Headlamp washer pump (if equipped)
NOTE:
After an accident, remember to cycle the ignition
to the OFF position and remove the key from the
ignition switch to avoid draining the battery. Care -
fully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine
compartment and on the ground near the engine
compartment and fuel tank before resetting the
system and starting the engine. If there are no fuel leaks or damage to the vehicle electrical
devices (e.g. headlights) after an accident, reset
the system by following the procedure described
below. If you have any doubt, contact an autho
-
rized dealer.
Enhanced Accident Response System
Reset Procedure
After the event occurs, when the system is active,
a message regarding fuel cutoff is displayed. Turn
the ignition switch from ignition ACC or ON/RUN
to ignition OFF. Carefully check the vehicle for fuel
leaks in the engine compartment and on the
ground near the engine compartment and fuel
tank before resetting the system and starting the
engine.
Depending on the nature of the event the left and
right turn signal lights, located in the instrument
panel, may both be blinking and will continue to
blink. In order to move your vehicle to the side of
the road, you must follow the system reset
procedure.
Customer Action
NOTE:
Each step MUST BE held for at least two seconds
Customer Will See
1. Turn ignition OFF. (Turn Signal Switch Must be placed in Neutral State).
2. Turn ignition ACC/ON/RUN. Right turn light BLINKS.
Left turn light is OFF.
3. Turn right turn signal switch ON. Right turn light is ON SOLID.
Left turn light BLINKS.
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anchorage and tighten the tether strap. See
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page 165 for directions to attach a tether
anchor.
9. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling back and forth on the child seat at
the belt path. It should not move more than
1 inch (25.4 mm) in any direction.
Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so
check the belt occasionally, and pull it tight if
necessary.
Installing Child Restraints Using The Top
Tether Anchorage:
1. Look behind the seating position where you plan to install the child restraint to find the
tether anchorage. You may need to move the
seat forward to provide better access to the
tether anchorage. If there is no top tether
anchorage for that seating position, move the
child restraint to another position in the
vehicle if one is available.
2. Rotate or lift the cover to access the anchor directly behind the seat where you are placing
the child restraint.
Upper Tether Anchorage Location
3. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor
and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped
with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the
head restraint, and where possible, route the
tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts. If not possible, lower
the head restraint and pass the tether strap
around the outboard side of the head
restraint.
4. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the top tether anchorage as
shown in the diagram.
5. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc -
tions.
SAFETY TIPS
TRANSPORTING PASSENGERS
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.
WARNING!
Do not attach a tether strap for a rear-facing
car seat to any location in front of the car seat,
including the seat frame or a tether
anchorage. Only attach the tether strap of a
rear-facing car seat to the tether anchorage
that is approved for that seating position,
located behind the top of the vehicle seat. See
Ú
page 162 for the location of approved tether
anchorages in your vehicle.
1 — Tether Strap Hook
2 — Cover
3 — Tether Anchor
WARNING!
An incorrectly anchored tether strap could
lead to increased head motion and possible
injury to the child. Use only the anchorage
position directly behind the child seat to
secure a child restraint top tether strap.
If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear
seat, make sure the tether strap does not
slip into the opening between the seatbacks
as you remove slack in the strap.
WARNING!
Do not leave children or animals inside
parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat
buildup may cause serious injury or death.
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Replacing Exterior Bulbs
NOTE:
Only replace the bulb when the engine is off. Also
ensure that the engine is cold, to prevent the risk
of burns.
Direction Indicators
See the following steps to replace:
1. Operating inside the engine compartment,remove the protective cover.
Protective Cover Location
2. Remove protective cover.
Protective Cover 3. Turn the bulb/connector assembly counter
-
clockwise, and then slide it off the headlight
body.
Bulb/Connector
4. Remove the bulb by sliding it off the bulb holder.
5. Install the new bulb, making sure it is correctly inserted in the bulb holder.
6. Insert the bulb/connector assembly in the housing on the headlight body and turn it
clockwise, making sure that it is locked
correctly.
7. Install the protective cover.
Front Light Cluster with Main Beam Xenon Gas
Discharge Headlights
To replace the bulbs of the main beam
headlights, contact an authorized dealer.
Replacing Interior Bulbs
Courtesy Mirror Light
See the following steps to replace:
1. Lift the mirror cover and remove the lens, using a suitable tool.
Sun Visor
2. Change the bulb, releasing it from the side contacts, then insert the new bulb, making
sure that it is correctly fastened between the
contacts.
3. Install the lens, inserting it firstly on one side and then pressing on the other side until it
clicks into place.
CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers.
Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb
life. If the bulb comes in contact with any oily
surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol.
1 — Mirror Cover
2 — Lens
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Manual Trunk Opening Device
Proceed as follows if the battery needs to be
disconnected:
1. From the trunk interior covering, rotate the plug counterclockwise of the lock and extract
the cord connected to it.
Trunk Compartment
Trunk Manual Release Cord 2. Make sure the free end of the cord remains
outside the trunk when closing the trunk lid.
Manual Release Cord Shown With Trunk Closed
3. The trunk can now be opened manually by pulling the cord.
4. After releasing the trunk, rewind the strap around the plug, put it back into its housing
and turn it clockwise.BODYWORK
PROTECTION AGAINST ATMOSPHERIC
A
GENTS
The vehicle is equipped with the best available
technological solutions to protect the bodywork
against corrosion.
These include:
Painting products and systems which give the
vehicle resistance to corrosion and abrasion.
Use of galvanized (or pre-treated) steel sheets,
with high resistance to corrosion.
Spraying of plastic parts, with a protective
function in the more exposed points: under
door, inner wing, edges, etc.
Use of “open” boxed sections to prevent
condensation and pockets of moisture which
could favor the formation of rust inside.
Use of special films to protect against abrasion
in exposed areas (e.g. rear wing, doors, etc.).
CORROSION WARRANTY
Your vehicle is covered by Corrosion Warranty
against perforation due to rust of any original
element of the structure or bodywork. For the
general terms of this warranty, refer to the
Warranty Booklet.
CAUTION!
The Manual Trunk Opening Device allows the
trunk to be opened without a key, even if the
vehicle is locked. Do not use this Device
unless the vehicle is parked in a secure area.
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PRESERVING THE BODYWORK
Paint
Touch up abrasions and scratches immediately
to prevent the formation of rust.
Maintenance of paintwork consists of washing
the car: the frequency depends on the conditions
and environment where the car is used. For
example, it is advisable to wash the vehicle more
often in areas with high levels of atmospheric
pollution or salted roads.
Some parts of the vehicle may be covered with a
matte paint which, in order to be maintained
intact, requires special care.
To correctly wash the vehicle, follow these
instructions:
If high pressure jets or cleaners are used to
wash the vehicle, keep a distance of at least
15 inches (40 cm) from the bodywork to avoid
damage or alteration. Build up of water could
cause damage to the vehicle in the long term.
To make it easier to remove any dirt deposits
in the area where the blades are normally
located it is recommended to position the
windshield wipers vertically (service position).
Wash the bodywork using a low pressure jet of
water if possible.
Wipe a sponge with a slightly soapy solution
over the bodywork, frequently rinsing the
sponge.
Rinse well with water and dry with a leather
chamois.
Dry the less visible parts (e.g. door frames, hood,
headlight frames, etc.) with special care, as water
may stagnate more easily in these areas. Do not wash the car after it has been left in the sun or
with the hood hot: this may alter the shine of the
paintwork.
Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned in the
same way as the rest of the vehicle.
If washing the car in a service that moves the car,
for cars with automatic transmissions, PARK (P)
must be cut out. You have to shut off the engine
in the following conditions: car stopped,
transmission in NEUTRAL (N), push the starter
button for at least three seconds.
NOTE:
Avoid parking under trees; the resin dropped by
trees makes the paintwork go opaque and
increases the possibility of corrosion.
Windows
Use specific detergents and clean cloths to
prevent scratching or altering the transparency.
Front Headlights
Use a soft cloth soaked in water and detergent for
washing cars.
NOTE:
Never use aromatic substances (e.g. gasoline)
or ketones (e.g. acetone) for cleaning the
plastic lenses of the headlights.
When cleaning with a pressure washer, keep
the pressure washer at least eight inches
(20 cm) away from the headlights. Engine Compartment
At the end of every Winter, wash the engine
compartment thoroughly, taking care not to aim
the jet of water directly at the electronic control
units or at the windshield wiper motors. Have this
operation performed at a specialized workshop.
For further information
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page 191.
NOTE:
The washing should take place with the engine
cold and the ignition device in the STOP position.
After the washing operation, make sure that the
various protections (e.g. rubber caps and guards)
have not been removed or damaged.
INTERIORS
Periodically check the cleanliness of the interior,
beneath the mats, which could cause oxidation of
the sheet metal.
SEATS AND FABRIC PARTS
Remove dust with a soft brush or a vacuum
cleaner. Rub the seats with a sponge moistened
with a solution of water and neutral detergent.
Cleaning heat press images on seats — if equipped:
Due to the color, opacity and wear-resistant
protection with which the heat press images on
some seats are made, they may be subject to
temporary scratching if they are touched by finger
nails, keys, or other hard objects. In such cases,
the visible signs do not impair the profiled
images, and can easily be removed by wiping the
affected area with a microfiber cloth moistened
with water (not dry) to restore the seat to its
original condition. The microfiber cloth must not
have been previously soaked in other substances
or detergents.
CAUTION!
Wipe the rear window inside gently with a
cloth following the direction of the filaments to
avoid damaging the heating device.
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LEATHER SEATS
Remove the dry dirt with a chamois or slightly
damp cloth, without exerting too much pressure.
Remove any liquid or grease stains using an
absorbent dry cloth, without rubbing. Then clean
with a soft cloth or buckskin cloth dampened with
water and mild soap. If the stain persists, use
specific products and observe the instructions
carefully.
NOTE:
Never use alcohol. Make sure that the cleaning
products used contain no alcohol or alcohol deriv-
atives, even in small quantities.
PLASTIC AND COATED PARTS
Clean interior plastic parts with a damp cloth (if
possible made from microfiber), and a solution of
water and neutral, non-abrasive detergent.
To clean oily or persistent stains, use specific
products free from solvents and designed to
maintain the original appearance and color of the
components.
Remove any dust using a microfiber cloth, if
necessary moistened with water. The use of
paper tissues is not recommended as these may
leave residues.
ALCANTARA PARTS — IF EQUIPPED
Alcantara parts maintenance procedure:
Treat the surface with a microfiber cloth
moistened with mild marseille soap and water,
taking care to apply a uniform light pressure
over the entire area (do not rub vigorously).
Rinse and wring out the microfiber cloth, and
pass it over the entire area again.
Let it dry, and then brush gently with a soft
brush.
GENUINE LEATHER SURFACES —
I
F EQUIPPED
Use only water and mild soap to clean these
parts. Never use alcohol or alcohol-based
products.
Before using a specific product for cleaning
interiors, make sure that it does not contain
alcohol and/or alcohol based substances.
CARBON FIBER PARTS
To eliminate small scratches and marks on the
carbon, contact an authorized dealer. An
improperly performed operation may irreparably
damage the carbon. CAUTION!
Do not use “hard” synthetic brushes as they
can damage the fabric.
Do not clean small areas because it could
cause “aesthetic” differences between
treated and untreated areas.
Do not use alcohol or acetone-based
solvents.
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Instrument Cluster ....................................... 64Descriptions ............................................. 74
Display ...................................................... 66
Instrument Panel Features ................................................... 64
Interior And Instrument Lights ............. 45, 46
Interior Lights ...................................... 44, 204
Interiors (Cleaning)..................................... 222
Internal Equipment ...................................... 55
J
Jump Starting ............................................. 175
K
Keyless Enter 'n Go™ ................................... 26 Passive Entry ............................................ 26
Keys .............................................................. 19
L
Lane Change And Turn Signals ................... 44
Lane Change Assist...................................... 44
LaneSense ..................................................117
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................................145
Latches .......................................................167
Leaks, Fluid ................................................167
Life Of Tires.................................................215
Light Bulbs ..................................................167
Lights .......................................................... 167 Air Bag ...........................................149, 166
Ambient .................................................... 45
Brake Warning .................................. 70, 72Courtesy/Reading .................................... 45Daytime Running ..................................... 42
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator ............................................... 75 Exterior ............................................. 42, 167
Fog.............................................................44
Hazard Warning Flasher ....................... 169
High Beam/Low Beam Select .................42
Interior.......................................................44
Low Fuel ....................................................76
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ....73
Park .................................................... 43, 74
Seat Belt Reminder ..................................71
Turn Signals .............................. 44, 74, 167
Types Of Bulbs ....................................... 203
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions .................................. 74, 75
Loading Vehicle ......................................... 125 Tires........................................................ 209
Locks Automatic Door.........................................27
Child Protection ........................................ 27
M
Maintenance .................................................60
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)..............................................73
Manual Service ................................................... 238
Memory Feature (Memory Seats) ................30
Memory Seat.................................................30
Methanol .................................................... 230
Mirrors Automatic Dimming..................................37
Electric Powered.......................................38
Exterior Folding.........................................38
Heated ...................................................... 38
Rearview ...................................................37
Vanity ..................................................... 204 O
Occupant Restraints .................................. 143
Oil Pressure Light ......................................... 75
Oil, Engine
Pressure Warning Light ........................... 75
Onboard Diagnostic System........................ 79
Opener, Garage Door (Homelink) ............... 39
Operator Manual Owner's Manual ..................................... 238
P
Paintwork (Cleaning And Maintenance) ... 222
Panic Brake Assist (PBA) System.............. 131
ParkSense System ..................................... 115
Passive Entry ................................................ 26
Performance (Top Speed) ......................... 235
Pets ............................................................. 166
Pinch Protection ........................................... 59
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ..... 209
Power Deck Lid Release ..................................... 61
Seats ........................................................ 33
Sunroof..................................................... 58
Power Seats Forward ..............................................31, 33
Rearward............................................31, 33
Recline ...............................................31, 34
Power Supply.............................................. 225
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ............. 148
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................................... 148
Programmable Settings ............................... 69
Prolonged Vehicle Inactivity ...................... 220
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