Alfa Romeo 147 Owner's Manual

Dear Client, Thank you for choosing Alfa Romeo. Your

Alfa 147

has been designed to guarantee the safety, comfort and driving pleasure typical of Alfa Romeo. This booklet will help you to get to know the characteristics and operation of your car. The following pages contain all the indications necessary for you to be able to maintain the high standards of performance, quality, safety and

respect for the environment which characterize this

Alfa 147

. The Warranty Booklet also containes the regulations, the warranty certificate and a guide to the services offered by Alfa Romeo. Services which are essential and precious because, when you purchase an Alfa Romeo, you are not only acquiring a car, but the tranquillity that

comes from knowing that an efficient, willing and widespread organisation is at your service for any assistance problems you may have. Nature benefits in two ways: there’s no pollution from waste disposal and the demand for raw materials is reduced. Enjoy the reading and have a good trip.

This booklet describes all the versions of the

Alfa 147

, so you should only consider the information concerning

the trim level, engine and version purchased by you.

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VERY IMPORTANT!

FUEL CAPACITY

Petrol engines: only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) no less than 95.

Diesel engines: only refuel with diesel fuel conforming to the European specification EN590. The use of other products or

mixtures may irreparably damage the engine with invalidation of the warranty due to the damage caused.

NOTE The use of Eurodiesel fuel is recommended only for markets/ versions where required. In case it is not available, use

fuel conforming to EN590 European Specification.

STARTING THE ENGINE

Petrol engines with mechanical transmission: make sure that the handbrake is engaged; set the gearshift lever

to neutral, fully depress the clutch without pressing the accelerator, then turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine has started.

Petrol engine with Selespeed transmission: keep the brake pedal fully depressed, turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine has started; the transmission sets to neutral automatically (the display shows position N).

JTD engines: make sure that the handbrake is engaged; set the gearshift lever to neutral, fully depress the clutch without

pressing the accelerator, then turn the handbrake is engaged; set the gearshift lever to neutral, fully depress the clutch without pressing the accelerator, then turn the ignition key to MAR and wait for the

and

warning lights to go off; turn

the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine starts.

PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL

While working, the catalyst develops a very high temperature. Do not park the car over grass, dry leaves, pine needles or any other inflammable materials: risk of fire.

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ACCESSORY ELECTRICAL DEVICES

If after purchasing the car you wish to install accessories that need an electrical supply (with the risk of gradually draining the battery), contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services who will assess the overall electrical absorption and check whether the car system is able to withstand the load required.

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CODE CARD (for versions/markets where applicable)

Keep it in a safe place, not in the car. It is advisable to always keep the electronic code on the CODE card with you in case emergency starting is necessary.

SCHEDULED SERVICING

Correct maintenance makes it possible to preserve car performance levels and safety, respect for the environment and low running costs unaltered over the course of time.

THE OWNER HANDBOOK…

…you will find important information, advice and warnings for correct use, driving safety and car maintenance over time. Pay particular attention to the symbols

(personal safety)

(protecting the environment)

(car safety).

RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

The car is fitted with a system that allows continuous diagnosis of the components correlated with emissions to ensure better respect for the environment.

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Any queries concerning servicing should be forwarded to the showroom from which the car was purchased, the subsidiary company or to our branch offices or any point of the Alfa Romeo Network.

Warranty Booklet

The Warranty Booklet is delivered together with every new car and contains the regulations tied to the services given by Alfa Romeo Services and to the warranty conditions.

Correctly carrying out the scheduled services specified by the manufacturer is the best way to maintain the performance, safety characteristics and low running costs of your car. It is also necessary to maintain warranty cover.

“Service” guide

This contains Alfa Romeo Authorised Services. The Services can be recognised by the presence of the Alfa Romeo badge and logo.

The Alfa Romeo organisation in Italy can be found in the telephone directory under the letter “A” Alfa Romeo.

Not all of the models described in this booklet are available in all countries. Only some of the fittings described in this booklet are fitted as standard to the car. The list of available accessories should be requested from the Alfa Romeo Dealers.

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THE SYMBOLS USED IN THIS BOOKLET

The symbols illustrated in these pages show the subjects

which should, in particular, be closely studied.

This indicates the correct procedures to be followed to prevent the car from damaging the environment.

Warning. Partially or fully ignoring these rules may lead to serious injury.

Warning. Partially or fully ignoring these rules may lead to serious damage being caused to the car which, in some circumstances, may cause forfeiture of the warranty cover.

PERSONAL SAFETY

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT CAR SAFETY

The texts, illustrations and specifications given in this booklet refer to the car

at the time of going to press.

As part of our ongoing striving to improve our products, Alfa Romeo may introduce technical changes during production,

therefore the specifications and fittings may be altered without prior notice.

For details on this subject, please apply to the manufacturer’s sales network.

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THE ALFA ROMEO CODE SYSTEM

To increase protection against attempted theft, the car is fitted with an electronic engine lock system (Alfa Romeo CODE) which is activated automatically when the key is removed from the ignition. In fact the grip of each key contains an electronic device which modulates the radio frequency signal transmitted when the engine is started by a special aerial incorporated in the ignition switch. This modulated signal is the “password” by which the control unit recognises the key and only in this condition can the engine be started.

KEYS

The car is delivered with a key with metal insert (upon request for models/markets where required) and a key with remote control. For models/markets where required two keys with remote control can be provided.

KEY WITHOUT REMOTE CONTROL (for versions/markets where applicable)

The fixed metallic insert A-fig. 2 operates:

– the ignition switch;

– the driver’s door lock;

– the passenger’s Air bag deactivation (upon request for versions/markets where applicable);

– the fuel filler cap lock.

IMPORTANT In order to ensure perfect efficiency of the electronic devices contained inside the keys, they should never be directly exposed to the rays of the sun.

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SYMBOLS

Special coloured labels have been attached near to or actually on some of the components making up your

Alfa 147

. These labels bear symbols that remind you of the precautions to be taken as regards that particular component. A summary list of the symbols (fig.1) is to be found under the bonnet.

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Together with the keys the CODE card is

provided (for versions/markets where applicable) (fig. 3), bearing in print the key codes (both mechanical and electronic for emergency start up).

The code numbers on the CODE card must

be kept in a safe place , not in the car.

The driver should always keep the electronic CODE card with him/her in the event of having to carry out emergency starting.

KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL

For versions/markets where applicable,

the key is fitted with (fig. 4:

– a metal insert (A) that can be enclosed

in the key grip

– button (B) for remote opening of the

doors and turning the electronic alarm off

– button (C) for remote closing of the

doors and turning the electronic alarm on

– button (D) for remote boot opening

– tow hook ring (E)

– button (F) for power-assisted opening

of the metallic insert.

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If the car changes owner, the new owner must be given all the keys and the

CODE card.

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The metal insert (A) of the key operates: – the ignition switch – the driver’s door lock

– the passenger’s Air bag deactivation switch (on request for versions/markets where applicable)

– the fuel filler cap lock.

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OPENING THE TAILGATE

The boot can be opened by remote control from outside pressing button (D), also when the electronic alarm is on. The boot opening is accompanied by a double flashing of the direction indicators; the boot closing is accompanied by a single flashing of the direction indicators.

If the electronic alarm is fitted, when the tailgate is opened the alarm system switches off volumetric protection and the tailgate control sensor, the system (with the exception of versions for certain markets)”beeps” twice.

Closing the tailgate again, the control functions are restored, the system (with the exception of versions for certain markets) “beeps” twice.

To insert the metallic insert in the key grip,

press the button (F) to release the insert and turn it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. Once it clicks into position, release the button (F).

To open the doors by remote control, press

the button (B), the doors will unlock and the direction indicators will flash twice. To close the doors by remote control, press the button (C), the doors will lock and the direction indicators will flash once. By pressing button (B) the doors unlock, if in the next 60 seconds neither a door or the boot open, the system will automatically lock them.

On cars fitted with electronic alarm system,

pressing button (B) turns the alarm off, pressing button (C) turns the alarm on while the transmitter sends the code to the receiver. This rolling code changes at each transmission.

When button (F) is

pressed, take the utmost care to prevent the metal insert from causing injury or damage when it comes out. Button (F) must only be pressed when the key is away from the body, in particular the eyes, and from objects that coul be spoilt (e.g. clothes). Never leave the key unattended to prevent anyone, especially children, from holding it and pressing button (F) inadvertently.

WARNING

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The codes of any keys not presented during the memorising procedure are

erased. The reason for this is to ensure that any lost or stolen keys cannot be used to start the engine.

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OPERATION

Each time the ignition key is turned to the

STOP position the Alfa Romeo CODE system deactivates the functions of the engine electronic control unit.

Each time the car is started turning the ig-

nition key to MAR, the Alfa Romeo CODE control unit sends a recognition code to the engine control unit to deactivate the inhibitor. The code is crypted and variable between over four billion possible combinations, and it is sent only if the system control unit has recognised the code transmitted from the key which contains an electronic transmitter, through an aerial wound around the ignition switch.

IMPORTANT Turning on of the Alfa

Romeo CODE warning light (

) when trav-

elling with the ignition key at MAR:

1) If the warning light turns on, this means that the system is running a self-test (for example for a voltage drop). At the first stop, it will be possible to test the system: switch off the engine turning the ignition key to STOP; then turn the ignition key to MAR: the warning light turns on and should go off in about one second. If the warning light stays on, repeat the procedure described previously leaving the key at STOP for over 30 seconds. Should the inconvenience persists, contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services.

If the code has not been recognised correctly, the Alfa Romeo CODE warning light (

) on the cluster turns on.

In this case, the key should be moved to the STOP position and then back to MAR; if the lock continues, possibly try again with the other key provided with the car. If it is still not possible to start the car, follow the instructions given in the “In an emergency” chapter and then contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services.

IMPORTANT Every key has its own code, which must be memorised by the system control unit. To memorise new keys, up to a maximum of eight, apply solely to Alfa Romeo Authorised Services taking with you all the keys in your possession, the CODE card, a personal identity document and the car’s ownership documents.

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2) For versions without the reconfigurable multifunction display, the flashing of the warning light means that the car is not protected by the engine inhibitor device. This condition for cars with reconfigurable multifunction display is shown by the turning on of the warning light together with the display of the message: “CODE SYSTEM NOT PRO-

GRAMMED”. Contact Alfa Romeo Authorised

Services immediately to have all the keys memorised.

If after about 2 seconds with the ignition key at MAR, for versions without

reconfigurable multifunction display, the Alfa Romeo CODE warning light (

) turns on again flashing, or for versions with reconfigurable multifunction display, the warning light turns on again together with the message “CODE

SYSTEM NOT PROGRAMMED

”, this means that the code of the keys has not been stored, therefore the car is not protected by the Alfa Romeo CODE system against attempted theft. In this case contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services to have the key codes stored.

KEY BATTERY REPLACEMENT

If when the button (BCor D-fig. 4) is

pressed, the command is rejected or not carried out, the battery may be replaced with other of an equivalent type available from normal outlets.

To change the battery:

– press button (A-fig. 5) and move the

metal insert (B) to the open position;

– using a finely-tipped screwdriver, turn

the opening device (C) and pull out the battery holder (D);

– replace the battery (E) making sure that

the bias is correct;

– insert the holder back in the key and

lock it, turning the device (C).

Dead batteries are harmful for the environment. They must be disposed of

in special containers as specified by current regulations. Avoid exposure to naked flames and high temperatures. Keep out of reach of children.

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ELECTRONIC ALARM

DESCRIPTION

The system comprises: a transmitter, receiver, control unit with siren and volumetric sensors. The electronic alarm is controlled by the receiver incorporated in the instrument cluster and it is turned on and off by the remote control in the key which sends the crypted and variable code. The electronic alarm controls: the unlawful opening of doors, bonnet and boot (perimetral protection), operation of the ignition key, battery cable cutting, the presence of moving bodies in the passenger compartment (volumetric protection), any abnormal raising/sloping of the car (for versions/markets where applicable) and central door locking. It also makes it possible to cut off the volumetric protection.

IMPORTANT The engine inhibitor function is guaranteed by the Alfa Romeo CODE system which is activated automatically when the ignition key is removed.

REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL KEYS WITH REMOTE CONTROL

The receiver can recognise up to 5 keys with incorporated remote control. Should a new key with remote control be necessary for any reason during the life of the car, contact directly Alfa Romeo Authorised Services, taking with you the CODE card, a personal identity document and the car’s ownership documents.

ACTIVATING THE ALARM

With the doors, bonnet and boot shut and

the ignition key in the STOP or PARK position (key removed), point the key with the remote control in the direction of the car, then press and release the button (C-fig. 6).

With the exception of certain markets, the system sounds a “beep” and the doors are locked.

Engagement of the alarm is preceded by a self-diagnosis phase characterised by a change in the frequency at which the deterrent led (A-fig. 7) on the dashboard flashes. If an anomaly is detected the system gives off a furter beep.

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Surveillance

After switching on, the flashing of the de-

terrent led (A-fig. 7) on the dashboard indicates the system surveillance mode. The led flashes throughout this period.

IMPORTANT Operation of the electronic

alarm is adapted at the origin to the rules of the different countries.

Self-diagnostic functions and door, bonnet, boot control

If, after engaging the alarm, a second

“beep” is sounded, switch off the system pressing the button (B-fig. 6), check that the doors, bonnet and tailgate are properly shut, then switch the system on again pressing the button (C).

Otherwise, the door, bonnet or tailgate that is not shut properly will be excluded from the alarm system control.

If the doors, bonnet and boot are shut correctly and the control signal is repeated, the system self-diagnostic has detected a system operating fault. It is therefore necessary to contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services.

HOW TO DEACTIVATE THE ALARM

To deactivate the alarm press the button (B-

fig. 6) of the key with remote control. The

system will react as follows (with the exception of certain markets):

– two brief flashes of the direction indi-

cators

– two brief “beeps” of the system

– door unlocking.

IMPORTANT If when the system is

turned off the deterrent led (A-fig. 7) on the dashboard stays on (maximum 2 minutes or until the ignition key is set to MAR) the following should be borne in mind:

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– if the led continues flashing, but at different intervals than normal, this means that different attempts to break in have occurred. Through the number of flashes it is possible to identify the type of attempt:

1 flash: one or more doors

2 flashes: tailgate

3 flashes: bonnet

4 flashes: ultrasounds

5 flashes: abnormal car lifting/slop-

ing (for versions/markets where applicable)

6 flashes: tampering with car starting

cables

7 flashes: tampering with battery ca-

bles or cutting emergency key cables

8 flashes: connection line to sensors

and siren

9 flashes: at least three causes of

alarm.

WHEN THE ALARM IS TRIGGERED

When the system is on, the alarm comes

into action in the following cases:

– opening of one of the doors, bonnet or

tailgate;

– disconnection of the battery or section-

ing of electric cables;

– intrusion in the passenger compartment, for example breakage of windows (volumetric protection);

– attempt to start the engine (key in MAR position);

– abnormal car lifting/sloping (for versions/markets where applicable).

Depending on the markets, the cutting in of the alarm causes operation of the siren and hazard warning ligths (for about 26 seconds). The ways of operating and the number of cycles may vary depending on the markets.

A maximum number of cycles is however envisaged.

Once the alarm cycle has ended, the system resumes its normal control function.

VOLUMETRIC PROTECTION

To make sure that the protection system works correctly the side windows and sunroof (if fitted) must be properly shut.

The function can be cut off (if, for example, leaving animals in the car) carrying out the following operations in rapid succession: starting from the condition with the ignition key at MAR, move the key to STOP, then immediately back to MAR and then to STOP again, then remove the ignition key.

The deterrent led (A-fig. 7) on the dashboard lights up for about 2 seconds to confirm that the function has been cut off.

To restore volumetric protection, move the and keep the ignition key at MAR for over 30 seconds.

If, with the volumetric protection function deactivated, an electric control controlled by the ignition key at MAR (e.g. power windows) turn the ignition key to MAR, operate the control and move the key to STOP in a maximum time of 30 seconds. This way volumetric protection is not restored.

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HOW TO CUT OFF THE ALARM SYSTEM

To deactivate the alarm system completely (for instance during prolonged inactivity of the car) simply lock the car turning the key in the lock.

MINISTERIAL CERTIFICATION

In accordance with the law in force in each country, on the subject of radio frequency, we wish to point out that for the markets in which the transmitter needs to be marked, the certification number is given on the component.

Depending on the versions/markets, the code may also be given on the transmitter and/or on the receiver.

IGNITION DEVICE

SWITCH

(fig. 8)

The key can be turned to one of four po-

sitions:

– STOP: engine switched off, key can be

removed, engine inhibitor engaged, steering lock engaged, services excluded apart from those supplied directly (e.g. hazard warning lights).

– MAR: drive position. The engine lock

is deactivated and all electrical devices are powered.

IMPORTANT Do not leave the key in

this position when the engine is stopped.

– AVV: unstable position for starting the

engine.

IMPORTANT If the engine fails to start

move the key back to STOP and repeat.

The ignition switch has a safety device

which prevents passage to AVV when the engine is running.

– PARK: engine switched off, key can

be removed, engine lock engaged, steering lock engaged, sidelights switched on automatically.

IMPORTANT To turn the key to the

PARK position, button (A) on the switch

must be pressed first.

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If the ignition device is tampered with (for example during an attempted

break-in) have it checked over by Alfa Romeo Authorized Services before travelling again.

STEERING LOCK

Engaging:

– move the key to STOP or PARK, then

remove the key and turn the steering wheel slightly to facilitate the locking action.

Disengaging:

– turn the key to the MAR position and

gently rock the steering wheel.

DOORS

OPENING/CLOSING FROM OUTSIDE

Front door on driver’s side

– To open the driver’s door turn the key

clockwise and then remove the key and pull the handle (A-fig. 9).

– To close the door turn the key counter-

clockwise.

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When leaving the car, al-

ways remove the key from the ignition to prevent any passenger in the car from inadvertently activating the controls. Never leave children unattended in the car. Remember to engage the handbrake and if the car is facing uphill, first gear and if the car is facing downhill, reverse.

Never remove the key

with the car on the move. The steering wheel would lock automatically the first time the steering wheel is turned. This also occurs if the car is towed.

WARNING

It is absolutely forbidden to

carry out aftermarket operations on the car which would tamper with the steering wheel or column (for example the installation of the antitheft system) and might cause not only the system and warranty decay, but also serious safety problems and alter the car typeapproval compliance.

WARNING

Before opening a door, always make sure that it can

be done safely.

WARNING

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OPENING/CLOSING FROM INSIDE

Front doors

– To open the door, pull the handle

(A-fig. 11).

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Front door on passenger’s side

– To open the door, deactivate the cen-

tralized locking and pull the handle.

– To close the door, push the flap.

Rear doors (5-door versions)

– To open the door, deactivate the cen-

tralized locking and pull the handle (A-fig.

10).

– To close the door, push the flap.

– To close the door, pull the flap. To pre-

vent the door from being opened from outside press the button (A-fig. 12) on the dashboard, the deterrent led (B) on the button will turn on with a yellow light to confirm locking.

Rear doors (5-door versions)

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The rear doors can only be opened if the child safety lock has been released.

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– To open the door pull the handle (A-

fig. 13).

– To close the door pull the flap.

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CENTRAL LOCKING

This allows central locking of the door

locks.

To engage central locking, the doors must be perfectly shut, otherwise locking is denied.

IMPORTANT With central locking engaged, pulling the inside lever for opening one of the front doors causes the unlocking of all the doors.

In the event of a power cut off (blown fuse, battery disconnected, etc.) it is still possible to work the lock by hand.

CHILD SAFETY LOCK

(

5-door versions

)

The rear doors are equipped with a special

device (fig. 14) which prevents the door being opened from inside.

IMPORTANT Each device only acts on

the door on which it is installed.

The device can only be engaged with the

doors open:

position 1 – device engaged (door

locked);

position 2 – device released (door can

be opened from inside).

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Always use this device when carrying children.

WARNING

After activating the safety

device on both rear doors, check that it is working correcttly by pulling on the inner lever used to open the door.

WARNING

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LENGTHWISE ADJUSTMENT

(fig. 15)

Raise the lever (A) and push the seat

backwards or forwards; in the driving position the arms should be slightly flexed and the hands should rest on the rim of the steering wheel.

After releasing the adjust-

ment lever, always check that the seat is locked on the runners, trying to move it to and fro. The lack of this clamping action could cause the seat to move unexpectedly and cause loss of car control.

WARNING

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FRONT SEATS

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Any adjustments are to be carried out only with the

car stationary.

WARNING

The car upholstery can resist wear resulting from the normal use of the car.

However, it is necessary to avoid excessive and/or prolonged friction with clothing accessories such as metal buckles, studs, velcro and similar material, as this friction, acting locally and with a high pressure over the knitted fabric, may cause some threads to break and thus damage the seat cover/lining.

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BACK REST TILTING

(fig. 15)

To gain access to the rear seats, pull the

handle (E), the back rest folds and the seat is free to run forwards.

A recovery mechanism with memory makes it possible to take the seat back to its previous position.

Once the seat back has been returned to the travelling condition, make sure that it is correctly clamped, checking that the “red band” on the upper part of the handle (E) is concealed. In fact, this “red band” indicates that the seat back is not clamped.

Also check that the seat is firmly locked on the runners, trying to move it to and fro.

DRIVER’S SEAT LUMBAR ADJUSTMENT

(fig. 15)

Adjustment is done by turning the knob (D) until reaching the most comfortable position.

CENTRAL ARMREST

(fig. 16) (upon request for versions/markets where applicable)

The armrest can be adjusted, raised and

lowered.

To adjust, slightly raise the armrest, then

press the the release device (A).

Inside the armrest there is an oddments

compartment, to use it, raise the cover, pressing the device (B).

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ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT

(fig. 15)

(upon request for

versions/markets where applicable)

To raise the seat, pull the lever (B) up-

wards, then work the lever (up and down) until reaching the required height, then release it. To lower the seat, push the lever (B) downwards, then work the lever (up and down) until reaching the required height.

IMPORTANT Adjustment must be car-

ried out only seated in the driver’s seat.

BACK REST ANGLE ADJUSTMENT

(fig. 15)

This can be done by turning the knob (C)

until the desired position is reached.

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REAR POCKET

(fig. 19)

(

for versions/markets where

applicable)

The front passenger’s seat is provided with

a pocket in the rear of the seat back.

SEAT WARMING

(fig. 17)

Seat warming, fitted on certain versions,

is turned on and off through the switch (A) on the outer side of the seat.

Switching on is shown by the lighting up

of the led (B) on the switch itself.

HEADREST ADJUSTMENT

(fig. 18)

To increase passengers’ safety, the head-

rests are adjustable in height.

To adjust, press the button (A) and move

the headrest up or down until it clicks into place.

IMPORTANT The configuration of the

headrest cushion may vary depending on the versions and markets. The purpose of the illustration is only to show how it is adjusted.

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Remember that the head re-

straints must be positioned so that they are supporting the back of the head and not the neck. They will only be able to provide effective protection in the event of a collision if they are in this position.

WARNING

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REAR SEATS

The car upholstery can resist wear resulting from the normal use of the car.

Removing the rear parcel shelf

Proceed as follows:

– free the ends of the two rods (A-fig.

20) supporting the parcel shelf (B) pulling the eyelets (C) off the pins (D);

– release the pins (A-fig. 21) at the out-

side of the shelf from their housings (B) obtained in the side supports, then remove the shelf pulling it outwards.

Once the shelf beneath the rear window has been removed, it can be arranged in two ways:

– across in the luggage compartment as illustated in fig. 22;

– across between the front seat backs and the tilted cushions of the rear seats when the luggage compartment is completely extended (see fig. 26).

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If a particularly heavy load

is placed in the boot, when travelling at night, it is wise to check the height of the high beams (see “Headlamps” paragraph).

WARNING

EXTENDING THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT

The split of rear seat makes it possible to extend the luggage compartment totally or partially, acting separately on one of the two parts, thereby offering different possibilities of load depending on the number of rear passengers.

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– raise the headrests to the maximum height and then press both the buttons (A- fig. 24) on the two supports side, then pull the headrests upwards and remove them;

– move the seat belts to the side extending them correctly without twisting;

– raise the levers (A-fig. 25) retaining the back rests and tilt them forwards to obtain a single loading surface (fig. 26).

Partial extension

For partial extension, proceed as follows:

– tilt the cushion required pulling the handle at the centre of the cushion, then tilting the actual cushion;

– raise the headrest to the maximum height and then press both the buttons on the two supports side, then pull the headrest upwards and remove them;

– move the seat belt to the side extending it correctly without twisting;

– raise the lever (A-fig. 25) retaining the back rest and tilt.

fig. 24

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fig. 25

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Total extension

Proceed as follows:

– fit the buckles of the seat belts (A-fig.

23) in their housings (B) on the cushion;

– pull the handles in the centre of the cush-

ions, then tilt them forwards;

fig. 23

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fig. 22

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HEADREST ADJUSTMENT

(fig. 27)

The car is fitted with headrests for the side

and central seats.

The headrests can be set in 2 positions (high/low) according to the passenger’s height.

If needed, it is possible to remove the headrests operating as described above (see “Extension of luggage compartment”).

fig. 27

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fig. 28

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CENTRAL ARMREST

(fig. 28)

To use the armrest (A), present only on

certain versions, lower it as illustrated.

Remember that the head re-

WARNING

To restore the seat normal position

Proceed as follows:

– move the seat belts to one side ex-

tending them correctly without twisting;

– raise the back rests and push them backwards until you hear them click into position, then check that they are locked correctly by making sure that the “red band” (B-fig. 25) on the lever top side is no longer visible. If this “red band” is still visible it means that the seat is not locked correctly;

– put the cushions back into horizontal position keeping the central seat belt raised;

– refit the headrests in their housings.

fig. 26

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fig. 31

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STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS

The driver can adjust the steering wheel

position in rake and height.

To do this, release the lever (A-fig. 32)

pulling it towards the steering wheel.

After moving the steering wheel to the most suitable position, lock it pushing the lever fully forwards.

fig. 32

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The steering wheel position must only be adjusted with

the car stationary.

WARNING

It is absolutely forbidden to

WARNING

LUGGAGE RETAINING NET

Fitted only on some versions, the luggage retaining net is useful for the correct positioning of the load and/or the transport of light materials. The following figures 29, 30, 31 illustrate the different net fastening solutions in the luggage compartment.

fig. 29

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fig. 30

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Folding (fig. 35)

– If necessary (for example when the size of the mirror causes difficulty in narrow spaces) the door mirror can be folded in towards the car from position (A) to position (B).

fig. 35

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OUTER

Electric adjustment (fig. 34)

– use the switch (A) to select the mirror

required (right or left);

– pressing the button (B) in one of the

four directions, move the mirror selected previously;

– position the switch (A) in the interme-

diate locking position.

IMPORTANT Adjustment is possible on-

ly with the ignition key at MAR.

fig. 34

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When travelling the door mirrors must always be in

position (A).

WARNING

As the driver’s door mirror is curved, it may slightly

alter the perception of distance.

WARNING

REAR-VIEW MIRROR ADJUSTMENT

INNER

The mirror, fitted with a safety device that causes it to be released in the event of a violent crash, can be moved using the lever (A-fig. 33) to two different positions, normal or antiglare.

On some versions/markets the mirror is automatically set in the position for the day/night use.

fig. 33

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fig. 37

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POWER WINDOWS

IMPORTANT With the ignition key at

STOP or removed, the power windows can

be opened for about 3 minutes and immediately deactivate at opening of one of the doors.

3-DOOR VERSIONS

Driver’ side (fig. 37)

The driver’s door panel contains the but-

tons that control the following windows, with the ignition key at MAR:

A - left front window B - right front window.

Press the button to lower the window. Pull

to raise it.

IMPORTANT The driver’s power window

is fitted with the “continuous automatic operation” device for both lowering and raising the window. A brief press on the upper or lower part of the button will cause it to move and continue automatically: the window stops in the required position by pressing either the upper or lower part of the button again.

Defrosting/demisting (fig. 36)

The electric mirrors are fitted with heating coils which come into operation with rearscreen heating pressing the button (A) thereby defrosting and/or demisting the mirrors.

IMPORTANT The function is timed and automatically switched off after a few minutes.

fig. 36

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5-DOOR VERSIONS

Front door on driver’s side (fig. 39)

The driver’s door panel plate contains the

buttons which, with the ignition key at

MAR, operate the following windows:

A – left front/rear window

B – right front/rear window.

Press the button to lower the window. Pull

to raise it.

IMPORTANT The driver’s power window

Incorrect use of the power

windows can be dangerous. Before and during operation of them always make sure that the passengers are not exposed to the risk of harm caused either directly by the windows in motion or by personal objects drawn or knocked by them. When leaving the car always remove the ignition key to prevent passengers (especially children) from being injured by the power windows inadvertently operated.

WARNING

IMPORTANT On some versions after

unlocking the doors, keeping the relevant button on the remote control pressed for about 2 seconds will cause the windows to open. It is necessary to keep the remote control button pressed until the windows have reached the full travel; releasing the button before the windows reach the limit switch, they will stop in the position they are at that moment.

fig. 38

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Passenger’s side (fig. 38)

The button (A) controls the passenger’s

side window.

IMPORTANT The passenger’s window

is fitted with a device for “continuous automatic operation” only for lowering it.

Do not keep the button pressed when the window is completely raised or

lowered.

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SEAT BELTS

USING THE SEAT BELTS

The belt should be worn keeping the chest

straight and rested against the seat back.

Fasten the belt by inserting the tab

(A-fig. 40) into the clip (B), until hearing the locking click.

At removal, if it jams, let it rewind for a short stretch, then pull it out again without jerking.

To unfasten the seat belts, press button (C). Guide the seat belt with your hand while it is rewinding, to prevent it from twisting.

fig. 40

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Through the reel, the belt automatically adapts to the body of the passenger wearing it, allowing freedom of movement.

When the car is parked on a steep slope the reel mechanism may block; this is normal. The reel mechanism prevents the weebing coming out when it is jerked or if the car brakes sharply, in a collision or when cornering at high speed.

Rear seat belts shall be worn as shown in

fig. 41.

IMPORTANT The centre rear seatbelt is

installed on request only for versions/markets on which it is required.

Never press button (C)

when travelling.

WARNING

fig. 41

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fig. 39

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Fitted only on some versions: C – rear door window control inhibitor

(with the inhibitor activated the button led is on, press again to renable the rear buttons).

D – (REAR) front/rear window control

switch (with the button led on, the buttons (A) and (B) operate the rear windows, with the led off, they operate the front windows).

Front door on passenger’s side and (on some versions) rear doors (fig. 38)

On each door panel plate there is a button (A) which controls the related window.

IMPORTANT The passenger’s window is fitted with a device for “continuous automatic operation” only for lowering it.

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When the rear seats are not occupied the appropriate spaces between the backrest and cushion should be used to stow the seat belt clips neatly.

Remember that in the event

of an accident, any passengers occupying the rear seats who are not wearing a seat belt not only subject themselves to great personal risk, but constitute a danger to the occupants of the front seats.

WARNING

fig. 42

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The correct locking of the

backrest is ensured by the disappearance of the “red band” (B-fig. 42) on the backrest tilting levers (A). If the “red band” is still visible it means that the backrest is not correctly locked. When restoring its normal using position make sure you hear the backrest click into position.

WARNING

Check that the backrest is

correctly locked on both side (“red bands” (B-fig. 42) not visible) to prevent the backrest from tilting and injuring passengers.

WARNING

After putting the backrest

into its normal position after tilting, make sure the seat belts are positioned correctly for use .

WARNING

To offer the highest level of

protection, the rear seat belts should be fastened as shown in fig. 41.

WARNING

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