Fiat Linea 2008 User Manual

Dear Customer,

Thank you for selecting Fiat and congratulations on your choice of a Fiat Linea.

We have written this handbook to help you get to know all the features of your car and use it in the best possible way.

You should read it right through before taking the road for the first time.

You will find information, tips and important warnings regarding the driving of your car to help you derive the maximum from the technological features of your Fiat.

You are recommended to read carefully the warnings and indications, marked with the respective symbols:

personal safety;

the car’s wellbeing;

environmental protection.

The enclosed Warranty Booklet lists the services that Fiat offers to its Customers:

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the Warranty Certificate with terms and conditions for maintaining its validity

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the range of additional services available to Fiat Customers.

Best regards and happy motoring!

This Owner Handbook describes all Fiat Linea versions.

As a consequence, you should consider only the information which is related to the engine and

bodywork version of the car you purchased.

MUST BE READ!

REFUELLING

petrol engines: only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) not less than 95 conforming to the

European specification EN 228.

ENGINE STARTING

PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL

Diesel engines: only refuel with diesel fuel conforming to the European specification EN590.

The use of other products or mixtures may damage the engine beyond repair and consequently cause lapse of warranty in relation to the damage caused.

petrol 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 ignition key to AVVand release it as soon as the engine has started.

Diesel 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 ignition key to MAR and wait for the warning lights Yand to go off; turn the ignition key to AVVand release it as soon as the engine has started.

The catalytic converter develops high temperature during operation. Do not park on grass, dry leaves, pine needles or other flammable material: fire risk .

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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.

ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES

If, after buying the car, you decide to add electrical accessories (with the risk of gradually draining the battery), visit a Fiat Dealership. They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the car’s electric system can support the required load.

CODE card

Keep it in a safe place, non in the car. Make sure you have the electronic code with you at all times.

SCHEDULED SERVICING

Correct maintenance of the car is essential for ensuring it stays in tip-top condition and safeguards its safety features, its environmental friendliness and low running costs for a long time to come.

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THE OWNER’S MANUAL CONTAINS…

... important information, advise and warnings for correct use, driving safety and maintenance of your car in time. Pay special attention to the symbols

(personal safety) #(environmental protection) ! (car’s wellbeing).

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DASHBOARD........................................................................ 5

SYMBOLS ............................................................................... 6

THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM.................................................. 6

THE KEYS .............................................................................. 8

ALARM ................................................................................... 11

IGNITION DEVICE .............................................................. 13

INSTRUMENT PANEL ........................................................ 14

INSTRUMENTS ..................................................................... 16

DIGITAL DISPLAY ............................................................... 18

MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY ............................................ 23

RECONFIGURABLE MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY ....... 32

TRIP COMPUTER ................................................................ 42

FRONT SEATS ..................................................................... 44

REAR SEATS .......................................................................... 45

HEAD RESTRAINTS............................................................. 45

STEERING WHEEL .............................................................. 47

REARVIEW MIRRORS ......................................................... 47

HEATING AND VENTILATION ...................................... 49

MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM .................... 53

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM ............ 59

EXTERNAL LIGHTS ............................................................ 66

WINDOW WASHING ....................................................... 68

CRUISE CONTROL ............................................................ 70

CEILING LIGHTS .................................................................. 72

CONTROLS........................................................................... 75

FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH .................................................. 77

INTERIOR FITTINGS........................................................... 78

DOORS .................................................................................. 82

POWER WINDOWS........................................................... 83

BOOT ...................................................................................... 86

BONNET................................................................................. 88

ROOF RACK/SKI RACK .................................................... 90

HEADLIGHTS ........................................................................ 91

ABS SYSTEM ......................................................................... 92

ESP SYSTEM .......................................................................... 93

EOBD SYSTEM ..................................................................... 96

PARKING SENSORS ........................................................... 97

SOUND SYSTEM .................................................................. 99

ACCESSORIES PURCHASED BY THE OWNER.......... 100

AT THE FILLING STATION ............................................. 101

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT............................. 102

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The presence and position of the controls, the instruments and the indicators may vary according to the versions.

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1. Adjustable side air vents - 2. Fixed side air vents - 3. Left stalk: external lights control - 4. Instrument panel -

5. Right stalk: windscreen wiper controls, trip computer - 6. Controls on dashboard - 7. Adjustable central air vents - 8. Fixed up-

per air vent - 9. Front airbag - passenger side - 10. Oddment compartment - 11. Sound system (where provided) - 12. HVAC controls - 13. Ignition device - 14. Front airbag - driver’s side - 15. Steering wheel adjustment lever - 16. Control panel: fog lights/rear fog light/headlight position adjustment/digital display/multifunctional display.

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Special coloured labels have been attached near or actually on some of the components of your car. These labels bear symbols that remind you of the precautions to be taken as regards that particular component.

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The plate summarising the symbols used can be found under the bonnet fig. 1.

This is an electrical engine locking system which increases protection from attempted theft of the car. It is automatically activated when the ignition key is extracted.

Each key contains an electronic device which modulates the signal emitted during ignition by an antenna incorporated in the ignition device. This signal is the ‘password’ which changes at each ignition and which the control unit uses to recognise the key and allow ignition.

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OPERATION

Each time the car is started turning the ignition key to MAR, the Fiat CODE system control unit sends a recognition code to the engine control unit to deactivate the inhibitor.

The code is sent only if the Fiat CODE system control unit has recognised the code transmitted from the key.

Each time the ignition key is turned to STOP, the Fiat CODE system deactivates the functions of the engine electronic control unit.

If the code has not been recognised correctly, the warning light

turns on ac-

companied by the related message on the display (see section “Warning lights and messages”).

In this case, turn the key to STOP and then back to MAR; try with the other keys provided if the problem persists. Contact a Fiat Dealership if you still cannot start the engine.

IMPORTANT Each key has its own code which must be stored by the system ECU. Contact a Fiat Dealership to have new keys (up to eight) stored.

Warning light

coming on when driving

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If the warning light Yturns on, this means that the system is running a selftest (for example for a voltage drop).

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If the warning light Ystays on, contact a Fiat Dealership.

The electronic components inside the key may be damaged if the key is submitted to sharp knocks.

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CODE CARD fig. 2 (Optional for versions/markets where applicable)

The car is delivered with two copies of the ignition key and with the CODE card which bears the following:

A the electronic code;

B the mechanical key code to be given

to the Fiat Dealership when ordering duplicate keys.

Make sure you have the electronic code A-fig. 2 with you at all times.

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

All the keys and the CODE card must be handed over to the new owner when selling the car.

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KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL fig. 3

The metal insert A is retractable and it operates:

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the ignition switch;

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the door locks;

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the fuel filler lock (where provided).

To extract the metal insert, press button B.

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To refit it proceed as follows:

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keep button B pressed and move the metal insert A;

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release button B and turn the metal insert A until hearing the proper locking click.

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WARNING

Only press button B with the

key away from your body, specifically from your eyes and from objects which could get damaged (e.g. your clothes). Do not leave the key unattended to avoid the button from being accidentally pressed while it is being handled, e.g. by a child.

Button Ëis used for opening the doors and the tailgate.

Button Áis used for locking the doors and the tailgate.

Button

(present in some versions only) is used for remote opening of the tailgate.

The passenger’s compartment lights will come on for a preset time when the doors are unlocked.

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LED indications on the driver’s door fig. 5

When locking the doors, led A switches on for about 3 seconds and than starts flashing (deterrence function).

If one or more doors or the tailgate are not closed correctly when the doors are locked, the led and direction indicators start flashing quickly. The operation will not be completed.

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Request for additional remote controls

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The system may recognise up to 8 remote controls. Should a new remote control be

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necessary, contact a Fiat Dealership, taking with you the CODE card, a personal

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identity document and the car’s owner-

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ship documents.

Used batteries are harmful to the environment. They should be disposed of as specified by

law in the special containers provided, or take them to a Fiat Dealership, which will deal with their disposal.

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Replacing the battery of the key with remote control fig. 6

Battery replacement:

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press button A and open the metal insert B;

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turn the screw C to :using a fine bit screwdriver;

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take out the battery case D and replace the battery E making sure that the bias is correct;

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refit the battery case D inside the key and lock it turning the screw C to

HEADLIGHT WASHER (where provided) fig. 7

The metal insert of the key A is fixed.

The key operates:

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the ignition switch;

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the door locks;

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the fuel filler lock (where provided).

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ALARM

The car alarm system is available at Lineaccessori Fiat.

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The main functions that can be activated with the keys (with or without remote control) are the following:

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Type

Key without remote control

Key with remote control

Direction indicators flashing (only with key with remote control)

Deterrence led

Unlocking

the doors

Turn key anticlockwise (driver’s side)

Press briefly

blinks twice

Off

Locking the doors

from the outside

Turn key clockwise (driver’s side)

Briefly press

blinks once

Steady for approximately 3 seconds and then deterrent blinking

Unlocking the

tailgate

Briefly press

blinks twice

Deterrent blinking

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Windows down

(where provided)

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Hold pressed (for longer than 2 seconds)

blinks twice

Off

Windows up

(where provided)

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Hold pressed button (for longer than seconds)

blinks once

Deterrence led blinks

IMPORTANT The windows will be opened when the doors are unlocked; the windows will be closed when the doors are locked.

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IGNITION DEVICE

The key can be turned to 3 different positions fig. 8:

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STOP: engine off, key extractable, steering locked. Some electrical devices (e.g. sound system, central door locking system, etc.) may work.

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MAR: driving position. All electrical devices may work.

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AVV: engine starting (unstable position).

The ignition switch is fitted with an electronic safety system that, in the event the engine is not started, turns back the ignition key to STOP before repeating the starting operation.

WARNING

If the ignition device is tam-

pered with (e.g.: attempted theft), have it checked over by a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.

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F0R0009m

WARNING

Always remove the key when

you leave your car to prevent someone from accidentally operating the controls. Remember to apply the handbrake. Engage first gear if the car is parked uphill or reverse if the car is parked downhill. Never leave children unattended in the car.

STEERING COLUMN LOCK

Engaging

When the key is at STOP, remove the key and turn the steering wheel until it locks.

Disengaging

Rock the steering wheel slightly as you turn the ignition key to MAR.

WARNING

Never extract the key while

the vehicle is moving. The steering wheel would be locked as soon as the steering wheel is turned. This also applies to when the car is towed.

WARNING

It is absolutely forbidden to

carry out whatever aftermarket operation involving steering system or steering column modifications (e.g.: installation of anti-theft device) that could badly affect performance and safety, cause the lapse of warranty and also result in noncompliance of the car with homologation requirements.

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Versions with digital display

A Speedometer (speed indicator)

B Fuel level gauge with reserve warning

light

C Engine coolant temperature gauge and

excessive temperature warning light

D Rev counter

E Digital display

Versions with multifunction display

A Speedometer (speed indicator)

B Fuel level gauge with reserve warning

light

C Engine coolant temperature gauge and

excessive temperature warning light

D Rev counter

E Multifunction display

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F0R0011m

Versions with reconfigurable multifunction display

A Speedometer (speed indicator)

B Fuel level gauge with reserve warning

light

C Engine coolant temperature gauge and

excessive temperature warning light

D Rev counter

E Reconfigurable multifunction display

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Instrument background colour and type may vary according to the version.

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SPEEDOMETER fig. 12

It shows the car speed.

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REV. COUNTER fig. 13

Rev counter shows engine rpm.

IMPORTANT The electronic injection control system gradually shuts off the flow of fuel when the engine is ‘over-revving’ resulting in a gradual loss of engine power.

When the engine is idling, the rev counter may indicate a gradual or sudden increase of the speed.

This is normal and does not indicate a fault. It may be caused, for example, by the operation of the climate control system or fan. In these case, a slow change in engine speed is used to protect the battery charge.

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Warning light B may light up (and a message on the multifunctional display may appear in certain versions) to indicate that the coolant fluid temperature is too high; in this case, stop the engine and contact a Fiat Dealership.

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FUEL LEVEL GAUGE fig. 14

This shows the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.

E empty tank(see “At the filling station”).

F full tank.

The reserve warning light A turns on to indicate that approximately 7 litres of fuel are left in the tank.

Do not travel with the tank nearly empty: lack of fuel supply could damage the catalyser.

IMPORTANT The needle will point to E and warning light A will blink to indicate a fault in the system. Go to a Fiat Dealership to have the system checked.

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F0R0015m

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE fig. 15

This shows the temperature of the engine coolant fluid and begins working when the fluid temperature exceeds approx. 50°C.

Under normal conditions, the needle should hover around the middle of the scale according to the working conditions.

C Low engine coolant temperature.

H High engine coolant temperature.

If the needle reaches the red area, stop the engine immediately and contact a Fiat Dealership.

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STANDARD SCREEN fig. 16

The standard screen shows the following indications:

A Headlight aiming position (only with

dipped beam headlights on).

B Clock (always displayed, even with ig-

nition key removed and front doors closed).

C Odometer (distance covered in kilo-

metres or miles) and TRIP data.

Note With key removed (when opening one of the front doors) the display will turn on and show for a few seconds the km or mi covered.

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CONTROL BUTTONS fig. 17

+ To scroll the displayed menu and the

related options upwards or to increase the value displayed.

ESC

Press briefly to access the menu and/or go to next screen or to confirm the required menu option.

Hold pressed to go back to the standard screen.

– To scroll the displayed menu and the

related options downwards or to decrease the displayed value.

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Note Buttons + and – activate different functions according to the following situations:

To adjust light inside the passenger compartment

– standard screen, to adjust instrument panel brightness, sound system, and automatic climate control system.

Setup menu

– to scroll the menu options upwards and downwards;

– to increase or decrease values during settings.

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SETUP MENU fig. 18

The menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a cycle which can be selected through buttons + and – to access the dif- ferent select operations and settings (setup) given in the following paragraphs.

The setup menu can be activated by pressing briefly button MENU ESC.

Single presses on buttons + and – will scroll the setup menu options.

Handling modes differ with each other according to the characteristic of the option selected.

Selecting a menu option

– press briefly button MENU ESC to select the menu option to set;

– press buttons + and – (by single presses) to select the new setting;

– press briefly button MENU ESC to store the new setting and to go back to the previously selected menu option.

Selecting “Set Clock”

– briefly press button MENU ESC to select the first value to change (hours);

– press buttons + and – (by single presses) to select the new setting;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to store the new setting and to go to the next setup menu option (minutes);

– after setting the values with the same procedure, the system will go back to the menu option previously selected.

Hold button MENU ESC pressed

– to quit the set up menu if you are in the menu;

– to quit the displayed menu if you are setting an option;

– to save only the settings stored yet (and confirmed by pressing button MENU ESC).

The setup menu displaying is timed; when quitting the menu due to timing expiry, only settings stored yet by the user (and confirmed by pressing briefly button MENU ESC).

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Briefly press button MENU ESC to start browsing from the standard screen. Press + or – to browse with- in the menu. Note Only the short menu may be accessed for reasons of safety while the car is moving (“SPEEd” setting). Stop the car to access the full menu.

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Setting the speed limit (SPEEd)

This function may be used to set the car speed limit (km/h or mph), when this limit is exceeded the driver is immediately alerted (see section “Warning lights and messages”).

To set the speed limit, proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MENU ESC, the message (SPEEd) and the previously set unit (km/h) or (mph) will appear on the display;

– press button + or – to activate (on) or deactivate (OFF) the speed limit function;

– if the function is on, press buttons + or – to select the required speed limit and then press MENU ESC to confirm;

Note The speed may be set in the range from 30 to 200 km/h, or from 20 to 125 mph according to the previously chosen unit (see “Setting the distance unit”) described below. The setting will increase/decrease by five units each time button +/– is pressed. Hold button +/– pressed to increase/decrease the setting rapidly. Complete the setting by briefly pressing the button when you approach the required setting.

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.To cancel the setting, proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MENU ESC: (On) will blink on the display;

– press button –: (Off) will blink on the display;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Setting the clock (Hour)

This function is used to set the clock.

Proceed as follows: – briefly press button MENU ESC,

“hours” will flash on the display; – press button + or – for setting; – briefly press button MENU ESC, “min-

utes” will flash on the display; – press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Adjusting the buzzer volume (bUZZ)

This function is used to adjust the buzzer volume used for failure/warning indications and when MENU ESC, + and – buttons are pressed.

To adjust the volume proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MENU ESC, the display will show the wording (bUZZ);

– press button + or – to select the required volume (volume can be adjusted according to 8 levels).

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

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Setting the distance unit (Unit)

With this function it is possible to set the unit.

To set the required unit proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MENU ESC, the display will show the message (Unit) and the previously set unit (km) or (mi);

– press button + or – to select the required distance unit.

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Front passenger’s airbag and side bag activation/deactivation (where provided) (BAG P)

This function is used to activate/deactivate the front passenger’s airbag.

Proceed as follows:

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press button MENU ESC and after the message (BAG P OFF) (to deactivate) or (BAG P On) (to activate) is displayed by pressing buttons + or –, press again button MENU ESC;

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the confirmation request message will be displayed;

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press buttons + or – to select (YES) (confirming activation/deactivation) or (no) (to abort);

❒

briefly press button MENU ESC to confirm setting e to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

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MENU ESC

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MENU ESC

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MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY (where provided)

The car can be equipped with the multifunctional display that, according to the settings made, will show useful information necessary when driving.

“STANDARD” SCREEN fig. 20

The standard screen shows the following information:

A Date. B Odometer (covered km or miles). C Clock (always displayed, even with ig-

nition key removed and front doors closed).

D External temperature. E Headlight aiming position (only with

dipped beam headlights on).

Note When opening one of the front doors, the display will turn on and show for a few seconds the clock and the kilometres or miles covered.

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F0R0018m

CONTROL BUTTONS fig. 21

+ To scroll the displayed menu and the

related options upwards or to increase the value displayed.

ESC

Press briefly to access the menu and/or go to next screen or to confirm the required menu option.

Hold pressed to go back to the standard screen.

– To scroll the displayed menu and the

related options downwards or to decrease the value displayed.

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F0R0019m

Note Buttons + and – activate different functions according to the following situations:

To adjust light inside the passenger compartment

– standard screen, to adjust instrument panel brightness, sound system, and automatic climate control system.

Setup menu

– to scroll the menu options upwards and downwards;

– to increase or decrease values during settings.

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SETUP MENU fig. 22

The setup menu can be activated by pressing briefly button MENU ESC.

Single presses on buttons + or – will scroll the setup menu options.

Handling modes differ with each other according to the characteristic of the option selected.

Selecting an option of the main menu without submenu

– press briefly button MENU ESC to select the main menu option to set;

– press buttons + or – (by single presses) to select the new setting;

– press briefly button MENU ESC to store the new setting and to go back to the main menu option previously selected.

Selecting an option of the main menu with submenu:

– briefly press button MENU ESC to display the first submenu option;

– press buttons + or – (by single presses) to scroll all the submenu options;

– press briefly button MENU ESC to select the displayed submenu option and to open the relevant setup menu;

– press buttons + or – (by single presses) to select the new setting for this submenu option;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to store the new setting and to go back to the previously selected submenu option.

Selecting “Set Date” and “Set time”:

– briefly press button MENU ESC to select the first value to change (e.g. hours /minutes or year / month / day);

– press buttons + or – (by single presses) to select the new setting;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to store the new setting and to go to the next setup menu option, if this is the last one you will go back to the previously selected option of the main menu.

Hold button MENU ESC pressed:

– to quit the set-up menu if you are in the main menu;

– to quit the main menu if you are at another point of the menu (e.g.: at submenu option setting level, at submenu level or at main menu option setting level);

– to save only the settings stored yet (and confirmed by pressing button MENU ESC).

The setup menu environment is timed. Only the changes saved by the user b briefly pressing MENU ESC will be saved when the menu is automatically closed.

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Example:

Türk

Italiano

Deutsch Polski

English

ESC MENU

briefly press

Español

Nederlands

Português

Français

–

PASSENGER BAG

–

SERVICE

–

BELT BUZZER (*)

–

BUTTON VOLUME

WARNING VOLUME

–

Briefly press MENU ESC on the standard screen to browse. Press + or – to browse within the menu. Note Only the short menu may be accessed for reasons of safety while the car is moving (“Speed Beep” setting). Stop the car to access the full menu.

–

RAIN SENSOR (where provided )

UNIT UNIT

AUTOCLOSE

–

EXIT MENU

–

LANGUAGE

SPEED BEEP

–

HEADLIGHTS SENSOR (where provided)

Example:

–

TRIP B DATA

SET DATE

SEE RADIO

–

Day

Year Month

ESC MENU

briefly press

–

SET TIME

–

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(*) This function may only be displayed after the SBR system is deactivated by a Fiat Dealership.

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Speed limit (Speed Beep)

This function may be used to set the car speed limit (km/h or mph); when this limit is exceeded the driver is immediately alerted (see section “Warning lights and messages”).

To set the speed limit, proceed as follows: – briefly press button MENU ESC, the

display will show the wording (Speed Buzz);

– press button + or – to select speed lim- it activation (On) or deactivation (Off);

– if the function has been activated (On), press buttons + or – to select the required speed limit and then press MENU

ESC to confirm. Note The speed may be set in the range

from 30 to 200 km/h, or from 20 to 125 mph according to the previously chosen unit (see “Setting the distance unit”) described below. The setting will increase/decrease by five units each time button +/– is pressed. Hold button +/– pressed to increase/decrease the setting rapidly. Complete the setting by briefly pressing the button when you approach the required setting.

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

To cancel the setting, proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MENU ESC: (On) will blink on the display;

– press button –: (Off) will flash on the display;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Rain sensor sensitivity adjustment (Rain sensor) (where provided)

With this function it is possible to adjust the rain sensor sensitivity according to 4 levels.

To set the required sensitivity level proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MENU ESC, the previously set sensitivity “level” will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Headlight sensor (Automatic headlight sensor sensitivity adjustment) (where provided)

This function is used to adjust the dusk sensor sensitivity to three levels (level 1 = minimum, level 2 = medium, level 3 = maximum); higher the sensitivity, lower the quantity of external light needed to switch the headlights on.

Proceed as follows to set:

– briefly press button MENU ESC, the previously set level will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

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Trip B On/Off (tripB data)

Through this option it is possible to activate (On) or deactivate (Off) the Trip B (partial trip).

For further information see “Trip computer”.

Proceed as follows to switch the function on and off:

– briefly press button MENU ESC: (On) or (Off) will flash on the display (according to previous setting);

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Setting the clock (Set time)

This function allows to set the clock through two sub-menus: “Time” and “Mode”.

Proceed as follows: – briefly press button MENU ESC, the

display will show the two sub-menus “Time” and “Mode”;

– press button + or – to surf the two submenus;

– select the required option and then press button MENU ESCbriefly;

– when accessing the “Hour” submenu: – briefly press button MENU ESC, “hours” will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting; – briefly press button MENU ESC, “min-

utes” will flash on the display; – press button + or – for setting; – when accessing the “Format” submenu:

briefly press button MENU ESC : the previously set display format will flash on the display;

– press button + or – to select “24h” or “12h”.

When you have made the required settings, briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

– hold MENU ESC pressed to go back to the standard screen or main menu according to the points of the menu where you are at.

Set date (Set Date)

This function may be used to update the date (year - month - day).

To correct the date proceed as follows: – briefly press button MENU ESC: “day”

will flash on the display; – press button + or – for setting; – briefly press button MENU ESC:

“month” will flash on the display; – press button + or – for setting; – briefly press button MENU ESC

“year” will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting.

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Note The setting will increase or decrease by one unit each time + or – is pressed. Hold the button pressed to increase/decrease the setting rapidly. Complete the setting by briefly pressing the button when you approach the required setting.

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Audio repetition (See radio)

With this function the display repeats information relevant to the sound system.

– Radio: tuned radio station frequency or RDS message, automatic tuning activation or AutoSTore;

– CD audio, CD MP3: track number; – CD Changer: CD number and track

number; To activate (On) or to deactivate (Off)

sound system info displaying proceed as follows:

– briefly press MENU ESC: (On) or (Off) will flash on the display (according to previous setting);

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Automatic door locking

with car

running (Autoclose)

When activated (On), this function locks automatically the doors when the car speed exceeds 20 km/h.

This function is available on all versions and may only be switched off by means of the multifunctional display or reconfigurable multifunctional display.

To activate (On) or to deactivate (Off) this function proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MENU ESC to display the three sub-menus;

– briefly press button MENU ESC: (On) or (Off) will flash on the display (according to previous setting);

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the

button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

– hold MENU ESC pressed to go back to the standard screen or main menu according to the points of the menu where you are at.

Set units (Unit of measure)

With this function it is possible to set the units through three sub-menus: “Distances”, “Consumption” and “Temperature”.

Proceed as follows to set the required unit:

– briefly press button MENU ESC to display the three sub-menus;

– press button + or – to surf the three submenus;

– select the required sub-menu and then press briefly button MENU ESC;

– when accessing the “Distances”submenu: briefly press MENU ESC: either “km” or “mi” will appear on the display (according to the previous setting);

– press + or – to make your choice;

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– when you are in the “Consumption” submenu: briefly press MENU ESC: either “km/l” or “mpg” will appear on the display (according to the previous setting);

If the distance unit set is “km” the fuel consumption unit will be displayed in km.

If the distance unit set is “mi” the fuel consumption unit will be displayed in “mpg”.

– press button + or – for setting;

– when accessing the “Temperature”submenu: briefly press MENU ESC: either “°C” or “°F” will appear on the display (according to the previous setting);

– press button + or – for setting; When you have made the required set-

tings, briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

– hold MENU ESC pressed to go back to the standard screen or main menu according to the points of the menu where you are at.

Selecting the language (Language)

The messages may be displayed in the following languages: Italian, Turkish, Dutch, Portuguese, Polish, French, Spanish, English, German.

To set the required language proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MENU ESC: the previously set “language” “ will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Adjusting the failure/warning buzzer volume (Buzzer Volume)

With this function the volume of the buzzer accompanying any failure/warning indication can be adjusted according to 8 levels.

To adjust the volume proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MENU ESC: the previously set volume “level” will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

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Adjusting the button volume (Button Vol.)

This function may be used to adjust the volume of the beep accompanying the activation of buttons MENU ESC, + and – can be adjusted according to 8 levels.

To adjust the volume proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MENU ESC: the previously set volume “level” will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Scheduled Servicing (Service)

Through this function it is possible to display information connected to proper car servicing.

Proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MENU ESC: service in km or mi, according to previous setting, will be displayed (see paragraph “Units”);

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen.

Note The “Service Schedule” requires the car to be serviced every 30,000 km (or 18,000 mi) or every 20,000 km (where provided); this indication will appear automatically with the key at MAR when there are 2000 km left (or 1240 mi) and will be presented automatically every 200 km (or 124 mi). The indications will appear more frequently where there are 200 km left. The indication will appear in kilometres or miles according to the settings. When the next scheduled service operation is approaching, the message “Service” will appear on the display followed by the number of kilometres or miles left when the key is turned to MAR. Go to a Fiat Dealership where the “Scheduled Service” operations will be performed and the message will be reset.

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Passenger front and side airbag activation/deactivation (where provided) (passenger bag)

This function shall be used to activate/deactivate the front passenger’s airbag.

Proceed as follows:

❒

press button MENU ESC and press MENU ESC again after the message

(Bag pass: Off) (to deactivate) or (Bag pass: On) (to activate) is displayed by pressing buttons + and –;

❒

display will show the confirmation message;

❒

press buttons + or – to select (Yes) (confirming activation/deactivation) or (No) (to abort);

❒

briefly press button MENU ESC to confirm setting e to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

MENU ESC

–

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Exit Menu

This is the last function that closes the circular setting cycle listed in the initial menu screen.

Briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Press button – to return to the first menu option (Speed Beep).

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The car may be equipped with reconfigurable a multifunctional display that, according to the settings made, will show useful driving information.

“STANDARD” SCREEN fig. 23/a

The standard screen shows the following information:

A Time

B Date

C Sport driving mode indication (where

provided)

D Odometer (distance travelled in kilo-

metres/miles)

E Car conditions (e.g. doors open, ice on

road, etc.)

F Headlight aiming position (with dipped

beam headlights on only)

G Outside temperature

When rotating the ignition key to MAR position, the display shows, as main screen, the indication of the date fig.23/a or the overpressure of the turbo-charger fig.23/b according to the previous selection in the menu item “First screen” (“Date” or “Engine Info”).

fig. 23/a

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+ To scroll the displayed menu and the

related options upwards or to increase the displayed value.

MENU Press briefly to access the menu ESC and/or go to next screen or to

confirm the required menu option.

Long press to go back to the standard screen.

– To scroll the displayed menu and the

related options downwards or to decrease the value displayed.

fig. 23/b

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Note Buttons + and – activate different functions according to the following situations:

– to scroll the menu options upwards and downwards;

– to increase or decrease values during settings.

Note When opening one of the front doors, the display will turn on and show for a few seconds the clock and the km or mi covered.

SETUP MENU fig. 25

The menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a “circular fashion” which can be selected through buttons + and – to access the different select operations and settings (setup) given in the following paragraphs. A submenu is provided for some items (Clock and Unit setting).

The setup menu can be activated by pressing briefly button MENU ESC.

Single presses on buttons + or – will scroll the setup menu options. Management modes differ with each other according to the characteristic of the option selected.

Selecting an option of the main menu without submenu

– press briefly button MENU ESC to select the main menu option to set;

– press buttons + or – (by single presses) to select the new setting;

– press briefly button MENU ESC to store the new setting and to go back to the main menu option previously selected.

Selecting an option of the main menu with submenu:

– press briefly button MENU ESC to display the first submenu option;

– press buttons + or – (by single presses) to scroll all the submenu options;

– press briefly button MENU ESC to select the displayed submenu option and to open the relevant setup menu;

– press buttons + or – (by single presses) to select the new setting for this submenu option;

– press briefly button MENU ESC to store the new setting and to go back to the previously selected submenu option.

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Example:

Italiano

Deutsch

English

MENU ESC

briefly press

Türk

–

Nederlands

Español

–

BELT BUZZER

BUTTON VOL.

BUZZER VOL.

–

LANGUAGE

Português

Polski

Français

SERVICE

–

On the standard screen, briefly press MENU ESC to start browsing. Press + or – to browse within the menu. Note Only the short menu may be accessed for reasons of safety while the car is moving (“Brightness” and “Speed Beep”). Stop the car to access the full menu.

–

(where provided)

FIRST PAGE

RAIN SENSOR

–

PASSENGER BAG

EXIT MENU

–

SPEED BEEP

–

SEE RADIO

UNIT

AUTOCLOSE

–

HEADLIGHT SENSOR (where provided)

SET DATE

–

Year Month

–

TRIP B DATA

SET TIME

–

Day

MENU ESC

briefly press

–

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Speed beep (Speed limit)

This function is used to set the car speed limit (km/h or mph); when this limit is exceeded the driver is immediately alerted (see section “Warning lights and messages”).

To set the speed limit, proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MENU ESC, the display will show the wording (Speed Buzz);

– press button + or – to select speed lim- it activation (On) or deactivation (Off);

– if the function has been activated (On), press buttons + or – to select the required speed limit and then press MENU

ESC to confirm.

Note The speed may be set in the range

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

To cancel the setting, proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MENU ESC: (On) will blink on the display;

– press button –: (Off) will flash on the display;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

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Rain sensor sensitivity adjustment (Rain sensor) (where provided)

With this function it is possible to adjust the rain sensor sensitivity according to 4 levels.

To set the required sensitivity level proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MENU ESC, the previously set sensitivity “level” will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting; – briefly press button MENU ESC to go

back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Headlight sensor (Automatic headlight sensor sensitivity adjustment) (where provided)

– briefly press button MENU ESC, the previously set level will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Trip B data (Trip B on)

This function may be used to activate (On) or deactivate (Off) the Trip B (partial trip).

For further information see “Trip computer”.

Proceed as follows to switch the function on and off:

– briefly press button MENU ESC: (On) or (Off) will flash on the display (according to previous setting);

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Setting the time (Clock)

This function allows to set the clock through two sub-menus: “Time” and “Mode”.

Proceed as follows: – briefly press button MENU ESC, the

display will show the two submenus “Time” and “Mode”;

– press button + or – to switch between the two submenus;

– select the required option and then press button MENU ESCbriefly;

- when accessing the “Time” submenu: – briefly press button MENU ESC, “hours” will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting; – briefly press button MENU ESC, “min-

utes” will flash on the display; – press button + or – for setting.

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– when accessing the “Format” submenu: briefly press button MENU ESC: the previously set display format will flash on the display;

– press button + or – to select “24h” or “12h”.

When you have made the required settings, briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

– hold MENU ESC pressed to go back to the standard screen or main menu according to the points of the menu where you are at.

Set date (Set Date)

This function may be used to update the date (year - month - day).

To correct the date proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MENU ESC: “year” will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MENU ESC: “month” will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MENU ESC: “day” will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting.

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

First screen (information displayed in the main screen) (where provided)

This function enables to select the type of information displayed in the main screen. It is possible to display the date or the pressure of the turbo-compressor.

To select one of the two items, proceed as follows:

– push the button MENU ESC for a short time, “First screen” is displayed;

– press again the button MENU ESC for a short time to display the “Date” and “Engine Info” options;

– press + or – to select the type of information to be displayed in the main screen;

– press MENU ESC for a short time to store the selection and return to the previous screen or press the button for a longer time to return to the standard screen without storing the selection.

Rotating the ignition key on MAR, the reconfigurable multifunctional display, after the start-up check, displays the previously set information using the “First screen” function of the menu.

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See radio (Repeat audio information)

This function is used to display information relevant to the sound system.

– Radio: tuned radio station frequency or RDS message, automatic tuning activation or AutoSTore;

– CD audio, CD MP3: track number;

– CD Changer: CD number and track number;

To activate (On) or to deactivate (Off) sound system info displaying proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MENU ESC: (On) or (Off) will flash on the display (according to previous setting);

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Autoclose (Automatic door lock operation with car running)

When activated (On), this function locks automatically the doors when the car speed exceeds 20 km/h.

This function is available on all versions and may only be switched off by means of the multifunctional display or reconfigurable multifunctional display.

Proceed as follows to switch this function on or off:

- briefly press button MENU ESC to display a submenu;

– briefly press button MENU ESC: (On) or (Off) will flash on the display (according to previous setting);

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

– hold MENU ESC pressed to go back to the standard screen or main menu according to the points of the menu where you are at.

Unit of measure (Set units)

This function may be used to set the unit for measure in three submenus: “Distances”, “Consumption” and “Temperature”.

Proceed as follows to set the required unit:

– briefly press button MENU ESC to display the three sub-menus;

– press button + or – to browse the three submenus;

– select the required submenu and then press briefly buttonMENU ESC;

– when accessing the “Distance” submenu: briefly press MENU ESC: either “km” or “mi” will appear on the display (according to the previous setting);

– press button + or – for setting;

– when accessing the “Consumption” submenu: briefly press MENU ESC: either “km/l”, “l/100km” or “mpg” will appear on the display (according to the previous setting);

If the distance unit set is “km” the fuel consumption unit will be displayed in km/l or l/100km.

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If the distance unit set is “mi” the fuel consumption unit will be displayed in “mpg”.

– press button + or – for setting;

– when accessing the “Temperature” submenu: briefly press MENU ESC: either “°C” or “°F” will appear on the display according to the previous setting;

– press button + or – for setting;

When you have made the required settings, briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

– hold MENU ESC pressed to go back to the standard screen or main menu according to the points of the menu where you are at.

Language (Selecting the language)

The messages may be displayed in the following languages: Italian, German, English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Dutch.

To set the required language proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MENU ESC: the previously set “language” “ will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Buzzer volume (Adjusting the failure/warning buzzer volume)

With this function the volume of the buzzer accompanying any failure/warning indication can be adjusted according to 8 levels.

To adjust the volume proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MENU ESC: the previously set volume “level” will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

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Button volume (Button volume adjustment)

This function may be used to adjust the volume of the beep accompanying the activation of buttons MENU ESC, + and – can be adjusted according to 8 levels.

To adjust the volume proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MENU ESC: the previously set volume “level” will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Belt buzzer (Buzzer activation for S.B.R. indication)

This function can be only displayed after Fiat Dealership has deactivated the S.B.R. system (see paragraph “S.B.R. system” in section “Safety devices”).

Service (Scheduled servicing)

This function may be used to display information connected to proper car servicing.

Proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MENU ESC: service in km or mi, according to previous setting, will be displayed (see paragraph “Units”);

– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen.

Note The “Service Schedule” requires the car to be serviced every 30,000 km (or 18,000 mi) or every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) (where provided); this indication will appear automatically with the key at MAR when there are 2000 km left (or equivalent distance in miles) and will be presented automatically every 200 km (or equivalent distance in miles). The indications will appear more frequently where there are 200 km left. The indication will appear in kilometres or miles according to the settings. When the next scheduled service operation is approaching, the message “Service” will appear on the display followed by the number of kilometres or miles left when the key is turned to MAR. Go to a Fiat Dealership where the “Scheduled Service” operations will be performed and the message will be reset.

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Passenger bag Front passenger’s airbag and side bag activation/deactivation (where provided)

This function may be used to activate/deactivate the front passenger’s airbag.

Proceed as follows:

– press MENU ESC and press MENU ESC again after displaying the message (Bag pass: Off, to deactivate) or (Bag pass: On, to activate) by means of buttons + and –;

– the confirmation request message will be displayed;

– press buttons + or – to select (Yes) for confirming activation/deactivation, or (No) to abort;

– briefly press MENU ESC to confirm setting e to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

+ –

–

MENU ESC

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This is the last function that closes the circular setting cycle listed in the initial menu screen.

Briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Press button – to return to the first menu option (Speed Beep).

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TRIP COMPUTER

General features

The “Trip computer” is used to display information on car operation when the key is turned to MAR. This function allows to define two separate trips called “Trip A” and “Trip B” for monitoring the car’s “complete mission” in a reciprocally independent manner.

Both functions are resettable (reset - start of new mission).

“Trip A” may be used to display the figures relating to:

– Range

– Distance travelled

– Average consumption

– Instant consumption

– Average speed

– Travel time (driving time).

“Trip B”, available on multifunctional display only, shall be used to display the figures relating to:

– Trip distance B

– Average consumption B

– Average speed B

– Travel time B (driving time).

Note “Trip B” functions may be excluded (see “Trip B on”). “Range” and “Instantaneous consumption” cannot be reset.

Values displayed

Range

This indicates the distance which may be travelled with the fuel in the tank assuming that driving conditions will not change. The message “——” will appear on the display in the following cases:

– range shorter than 50 km (or 30 mi)

– car left parked with engine running for long.

Distance travelled

This indicates the distance covered from the start of the new mission.

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Average consumption

This indicates the average consumption from the start of the new mission.

Instant consumption

This indicates the fuel consumption. The value is constantly updated. The message “----” will appear on the display if the car is parked with the engine running.

Average speed

This shows the car average speed as a function of the overall time elapsed since the start of the new mission.

Travel time

This value shows the time elapsed since the start of the new mission.

IMPORTANT If information is not available, the message “----” will appear instead of the Trip Computer values. Displaying of the values will be resumed when normal operation is restored without resetting the values displayed before the problem nor starting a new mission.

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TRIP button fig. 26

Button TRIP, set on the top of the right steering column stalk, shall be used (with ignition key at MAR) to display and to reset the previously described values to start a new mission:

– briefly press to display the different values

– hold pressed to reset and then start a new mission.

New mission

Reset can be: – “manual” resetting by the user, by press-

ing the relevant button; – “automatic” resetting, when the “Trip dis-

tance” reaches 3999.9 km or 9999.9 km (according to the type of display) or when the “Travel time” reaches 99.59 (99 hours and 59 minutes);

– after disconnecting/reconnecting the battery.

IMPORTANT The reset operation in the presence of the screens concerning the “Trip A” makes it possible to reset only the information associated with this function.

IMPORTANT The reset operation in the presence of the screens concerning the “Trip B” makes it possible to reset only the information associated with this function.

Start of journey procedure

With ignition key at MAR, press and keep button TRIP pressed for over 2 seconds to reset.

Exit Trip

To exit the Trip function: hold MENU ESC pressed for longer than 2 seconds.

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WARNING

All adjustments must be made with the car stationary.

The fabric upholstery of your car is designed to withstand the normal wear and tear of

your car for a long time. Some precautions are however needed. Avoid prolonged rubbing against clothing accessories, such as metal buckles, Velcro strips and the like, which by applying a high pressure on the fabric in a small area could cause the breakage of some threads and damage the upholstery.

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WARNING

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ways check that the seat is locked on the guides by trying to move it backwards and forth. If it is not locked, the seat may move unexpectedly and make you loose control of the car.

Back rest angle adjustment fig. 27

Turn knob C.

WARNING

For maximum safety, keep

the back of your seat upright, lean back into it and make sure the seat belt fits closely across your chest and hips.

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Backwards/Forwards adjustment fig. 27

Lift lever A and push the seat forwards and backwards: your arms should rest on the steering wheel rim while you are driving.

Seat height adjustment (where provided) fig. 27

Move lever B upwards or downwards to achieve the required height.

IMPORTANT Adjustment must be carried out only seated in the relevant seat.

REAR SEATS

HEAD RESTRAINTS

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Electric lumbar adjustment (where provided) fig. 28

For electric lumbar adjustment, use controls E.

To folds the rear seats refer to paragraph “Extending the boot” in this section.

The fabric upholstery of your car is designed to withstand the normal wear and tear of

FRONT fig. 29

On certain versions head restraints are adjustable in height and they lock automatically in the required position.

To adjust head restraints proceed as follows:

❒

upward adjustment: raise the head restraint until you hear it click.

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To lift out rear head restraints: press at the same time buttons A and B set on both sides and take them out.

IMPORTANT Rear seat passengers shall always set the head restraints in the position of use.

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downward adjustment: press A and

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lower the head restraint.

To lift out front head restraints: press at the same time buttons A and B set on both sides and take them out.

WARNING

The head restraints must be

adjusted so that they support your neck and not your head. Only in this way may they perform their protective action.

To optimise head restraint protective action, adjust the seat back upright and keep your head as close as possible to the head restraint.

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REAR (where provided) fig. 30

To use the head restraint, raise it until hearing the click (position of use).

To bring it back to the original position (position of non use), press button A and push the head restraint down into the back rest.

STEERING WHEEL

REARVIEW MIRRORS

The driver can adjust the steering wheel position both axially and in height.

Proceed as follows:

❒

release the lever A-fig. 31 pushing it forwards (position 2);

❒

adjust the steering wheel as required;

❒

lock the lever A pulling it towards the steering wheel (position 1).

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ing wheel position must be carried out only with the car stationary and the engine turned off.

WARNING

It is absolutely forbidden to

DRIVING MIRROR fig. 32

The mirror is fitted with a safety device that causes it to be released in the event of a violent crash.

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The mirror can be adjusted to two different positions (normal or antiglare) by means of the lever A.

Some versions fit an electrochromic mirror. Button ON/OFF on the lower part of the window is used to switch the electrochromic function on and off. Switch on to shade the mirror for daytime use.

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DOOR MIRRORS

Electrical adjustment fig. 33

This operation is only possible with ignition key at MAR.

Proceed as follows:

❒

use switch B to select the mirror required (left or right);

❒

to adjust the mirror move the switch

C in the four directions;

Folding

When required (for example when the mirror causes difficulty in narrow spaces) it is possible to fold the mirror moving it from position 1-fig. 34 to position 2.

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Manual adjustment fig. 35

Use knob A-fig. 35 to adjust manually.

When driving the mirrors shall always be in position 1-fig. 34.

Demisting/defrosting (where provided)

Mirrors are fitted with resistors that will activate when turning the heated rear window on (by pressing button ().

IMPORTANT This function is timed and it will turn off automatically a few minutes later.

WARNING

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

perception of distance.

HEATING AND VENTILATION

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1. Upper fixed vent - 2. Adjustable central vents - 3. Fixed side vent - 4. Adjustable side vents - 5. Lower vents for front seats -

6. Lower side vents for rear seats - 7. Lower central vent for rear seats (where provided).

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ADJUSTABLE SIDE AND CENTRAL VENTS fig. 37-38

A Fixed vent for side windows.

B Adjustable side vents.

C Adjustable central vents.

Vents A are fixed.

To use vents B and C, operate the relevant device to turn them as required.

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Air temperature knob A (mixing hot and cold air)

Red section = hot air

Blue section = cold air

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Fan on/off and speed adjustment knob B

p 0 = fan off

1-2-3 = ventilation speed

= maximum fan speed

Air distribution knob C

to convey air to the central and side

vents;

to warm the feet and convey cooler

air to the dashboard vents, in intermediate temperature conditions;

for heating when the outside temper-

ature is very cold: for maximum air flow to feet;

to warm the feet and demist the wind-

screen at the same time;

for quick windscreen demisting.

Air recirculation on/off slider D

Take the slider to position

to re-

circulate internal air.

Take the slider to position

to switch

internal air recirculation off.

VENTILATION

To ventilate the passenger’s compartment properly proceed as follows:

❒

knob A turned to blue section;

❒

switch internal air recirculation off;

❒

turn knob C to ¶;

❒

turn knob B to required speed.

WARMING THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

Proceed as follows:

❒

turn knob A to the red sector;

❒

turn knob C to the required position;

❒

turn knob B to required speed.

FAST HEATING

For fast heating of the passenger compartment, proceed as follows:

❒

turn knob A to the red sector;

❒

switch internal air recirculation on;

❒

turn knob C to ¶;

❒

knob B turned to 4 -(max. fan speed).

Then use the controls to keep the required comfort conditions and press button D to ¶to turn air recirculation off (button led off) and to prevent misting up.

IMPORTANT With cold engine, you have to wait for a few minutes to let the system fluid reach the operating temperature.

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FRONT WINDOW FAST DEMISTING/ DEFROSTING (WINDSCREEN AND SIDE WINDOWS)

Proceed as follows:

❒

turn knob A to the red sector;

❒

switch internal air recirculation off;

❒

turn knob C to -;

❒

knob B turned to 4 -(max. fan speed).

After demisting/defrosting, operate the controls to restore the required comfort.

Window demisting

In the event of considerable outside moisture and/or rain and/or considerable differences in temperature inside and outside the passenger compartment, perform the following preventive demisting procedure:

❒

turn knob A to the red sector;

❒

switch internal air recirculation off;

❒

turn knob C to -. Change it to position con ®if demisting is insufficient;

❒

turn knob B to 2ndspeed.

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Press button A to start this function; when this function is on the button led is on.

This function is timed and it will turn off automatically after 20 minutes. Press A again to switch it off before.

IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers on the inside of the rear window over the heating filaments to avoid damage that might cause it to stop working properly.

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INTERNAL AIR RECIRCULATION

Move slider D to position v to switch internal air recirculation on.

It is advisable to switch internal air recirculation on while standing in queues or in tunnels to prevent the introduction of polluted air. Do not use the function for a long time, particularly if there are many occupants on board, to prevent the windows from misting up.

IMPORTANT The inside air recirculation system makes it possible to reach the required “heating” or “cooling” conditions faster.

Do not use the air recirculation function on rainy/cold days as it would considerably increase the possibility of the windows misting up.

MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (where provided)

CONTROLS fig. 41

Air temperature knob A (mixing hot and cold air)

Red section = hot air

Blue section = cold air

Fan activation /speed adjustment knob B

p 0 = fan off

1-2-3 = ventilation speed

4 -= maximum fan speed

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Air recirculation on/off slider D

Take the slider to position v to recirculate internal air.

Take the slider to position

to switch

internal air recirculation off.

Switching the climate control system on and off

Press knob E- fig. 41 (LED on knob will light up) to switch the climate control system on.

Press knob E again (LED on knob will go off) to switch the climate control system off.

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Air distribution knob C

to convey air to the central and side

vents;

to warm the feet and convey cooler

air to the dashboard vents, in intermediate temperature conditions;

for heating when the outside temper-

ature is very cold: for maximum air flow to feet;

to warm the feet and at the same time

demist the windscreen;

for quick windscreen demisting.

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VENTILATION

To ventilate the passenger’s compartment properly proceed as follows:

❒

knob A turned to blue section;

❒

switch internal air recirculation off;

❒

turn knob C to ¶;

❒

turn knob B to required speed.

CLIMATE CONTROL (cooling)

For fast cooling of the passenger compartment, proceed as follows:

❒

knob A turned to blue section;

❒

switch internal air recirculation on;

❒

turn knob C to ¶;

❒

switch the climate control system on by pressing knob E: the LED on the knob will light up;

❒

turn knob B to 4-(maximum speed of fan).

Cooling adjustment

❒

turn knob A rightwards to increase the temperature;

❒

switch internal air recirculation off;

❒

turn knob B to increase fan speed.

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WARMING THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

Proceed as follows:

❒

turn knob A to the red sector;

❒

turn knob C to the required symbol;

❒

turn knob B to required speed.

FAST HEATING

For fast heating of the passenger compartment, proceed as follows:

❒

turn knob A to the red sector;

❒

switch internal air recirculation on;

❒

turn knob C to ©;

❒

knob B turned to 4

(max. fan

speed).

Then adjust the controls to obtain the required conditions of comfort and switch internal air recirculation off.

IMPORTANT With cold engine, you have to wait for a few minutes to let the system fluid reach the operating temperature.

FRONT WINDOW FAST DEMISTING/DEFROSTING (WINDSCREEN AND SIDE WINDOWS)

Proceed as follows:

❒

turn knob A to the red sector;

❒

turn knob B to 4-(maximum fan speed);

❒

turn knob C to -;

❒

switch internal air recirculation off.

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After demisting/defrosting, operate the controls to restore the required comfort.

IMPORTANT The climate control system is very useful for faster demisting because it dries the air. Adjust the controls as described above and press knob E to switch the climate control system on: the LED on the knob will light up.

Window demisting

❒

turn knob A to the red sector;

❒

switch internal air recirculation off;

❒

turn knob C to -and change it back to ®if demisting does not improve;

❒

turn knob B to 2ndspeed.

IMPORTANT The climate control system is very useful to prevent window misting up in presence of high humidity since it dries the air.

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Press button A to start this function; when this function is on the button led is on.

This function is timed and it will turn off automatically after 20 minutes. Press A again to switch it off before.

IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers on the inside of the rear window over the heating filaments to avoid damage that might cause it to stop working properly.

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Move slider D to position v to switch internal air recirculation on.

IMPORTANT The inside air recirculation system makes it possible to reach the required “heating” or “cooling” conditions faster.

Do not use the air recirculation function on rainy/cold days as it would considerably increase the possibility of the windows misting inside.

LOOKING AFTER THE SYSTEM

Run the climate control system for at least 10 minutes every month during the winter. Have the system inspected at a Fiat Dealership before the summer.

The system uses R134a refrigerant fluid which does not harm the environment in the

event of accidental leakage. Never use R12 fluid which is not compatible with the system components.

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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (where provided)

GENERAL

The automatic climate control system adjusts the temperature, the quantity and the distribution of the air in the passenger compartment. Temperature is controlled on the basis of an “equivalent temperature” principle; in other words, the system continuously works to keep the comfort level inside the car constant and to compensate for possible variations of external conditions, including sun radiation detected by a specific sensor.

The automatically controlled parameters and functions are:

❒

air temperature at the vents;

❒

air distribution at the vents;

❒

fan speed (continuous air flow variation);

❒

compressor fan on (for cooling/dehumidifying the air);

❒

air recirculation.

All functions may be manually changed. In order words, you may select one or more functions and change the parameters as required. Automatic control of the manually changed functions will be suspended: the system will change override your settings only for safety related reasons (e.g. risk of misting up).

Manual selections will always have higher priority over automatic settings and will be stored until the user switches the system back to automatic control by pressing AUTO expect for the cases in which the system will intervene for particular, safety-related reasons.

You can adjust one function automatically and have the automatic system control all the others.

The air temperature is always automatically controlled according to the temperature shown on the display (except for when the system is off or in certain conditions when the compressor is not running).

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The following parameters and functions can be set or changed manually:

❒

air temperature;

❒

fan speed (continuous variation);

❒

air distribution setting to seven positions;

❒

compressor enabling;

❒

fast defrosting/demisting;

❒

air recirculation;

❒

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CONTROLS fig. 43

A AUTO button: automatic control of

all functions.

B Air distribution selection buttons.

C Display.

D MAX DEF function button.

E System off button.

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F Compressor enabling button.

G Air recirculation button.

H Fan speed buttons.

I Temperature adjustment knob.

USING THE CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

The system can be started in different ways, but it is advisable to start by pressing the AUTO button and then turning the knobs to set the temperature required on the display.

The system will start running automatically in this way and the set comfortable temperature will be reached as quickly as possible. The system will adjust the temperature, the quantity and the distribution of the air introduced into the passenger compartment and will manage the recirculation function and the compressor.

Manual intervention is only required for the following functions during fully automatic operation.

❒

T air recirculation, to keep the function always either on or off;

❒

Z to speed up demisting/defrosting of windscreen, rear window and external rearview mirrors;

During completely automatic system operation, you can vary the set temperature, the air distribution and the fan speed using the corresponding buttons or knobs at any time: the system will automatically change settings to adapt to the new request.

During fully automatic operation (FULL AUTO), the word FULL will disappear if the air distribution, air speed, compressor and/or recirculation settings are changed. In this way, the functions will switch from automatic to manual control until AUTO is pressed again. With on or more manually set functions, the introduced air temperature is still managed automatically by the system, except for when the compressor is off: in the case, the air introduced into the passenger compartment cannot be cooler than the outside air.

Air temperature adjustment knob (I)

Turn the knob either clockwise or anticlockwise to increase or lower the requested temperature in the passenger compartment. The set temperature is shown on the display.

Turn the knob either all to the right or all to the left to the extreme HI or LO position to use the maximum heating or maximum cooling functions:

❒

HI function (maximum heating):

select by turning the temperature knob clockwise over the maximum value (32 °C).

This function may be used to heat up the passenger compartment exploiting the system potential to the maximum. In this condition, the system stop controlling temperature automatically and sets air mixing to maximum heating. The air speed and distribution are fixed.

Specifically, if the heating fluid is not sufficiently warm, the fan will not start up at the maximum speed immediately to limit introducing excessively cool air into the passenger compartment.

All manual settings will be allowed when this function is on.

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To switch the function off, simply turn the temperature knob anticlockwise and set the required temperature.

❒

LO function (maximum cooling):

select by turning the temperature knob anticlockwise under the minimum value (16 °C).

This function may be used to cool down the passenger compartment exploiting the system potential to the maximum. In this condition, the system stop controlling temperature automatically and sets air mixing to maximum cooling. The air speed and distribution are fixed. All manual settings will be allowed when this function is on.

To switch the function off, simply turn the temperature knob anticlockwise and set the required temperature.

Air distribution buttons (B)

Press these buttons to manually set one of the seven air distribution settings:

▲

Air flow to the windscreen and front side window vents to demist or defrost them.

Air flow at central and side dashboard vents to ventilate the chest and the face during the hot season.

▼

Air flow to the front and rear foot well vents. Thanks to the natural tendency of hot air to spread upwards, this distribution pattern allows to warm the passenger compartment up as quickly as possible, providing an immediate feeling of warmth.

˙▼Air flow distributed between foot well

vents (hotter air) and central and side dashboard vents (cooler air). This distribution is particularly useful in spring and autumn on a sunny day.

▲▼Air flow distributed between foot well

vents and windscreen and front side window defrosting/demisting vents. This allows an adequate warming of the passenger compartment and prevents the windows from misting up.

▲˙Air flow distributed between wind-

screen and front side window defroster/demister and central and side dashboard vents. This distribution allows to maintain good levels of comfort and the passenger compartment adequately cool (summer).

▲

Air flow distributed between wind-

screen and front side window de-

▼

froster/demister and central and side dashboard vents. This distribution allows adequate air diffusion and maintains a good level of comfort both in summer and winter.

The set distribution is shown by the corresponding LEDs on the selected buttons.

To restore automatic air distribution control after a manual adjustment, press button AUTO.

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Fan speed adjusting buttons (H)

Press button H to increase or to decrease the fan speed and therefore the amount of air admitted into the passenger compartment, although keeping the required temperature set.

The fan speed is shown by the lit bars on the display:

❒

max fan speed = all bars lit;

❒

min fan speed = one bar lit.

The fan can be cut off only if the climate control compressor has been switched off pressing button F-fig. 40.

IMPORTANT To restore automatic fan speed control after a manual adjustment, press button AUTO.

IMPORTANT At high speeds, the dynamic effect may increase the flow of air into the passenger compartment which in this case will not directly correspond to the fan speed bar display.

AUTO (A) (automatic operation)

Press AUTO to make the system automatically adjust the quantity and distribution of the air introduced into the passenger compartment. All previous manual settings will be cancelled.

The message FULL AUTO will appear on the front display in this condition.

By manually intervening on at least of the functions automatically managed by the system (air recirculation, fan speed or compressor on/off), the word FULL will disappear from the display indicating that the system is no longer automatically controlling all the functions (the temperature will still be controlled automatically by the system).

IMPORTANT Should the system (after manual settings) be no longer able to guarantee the required temperature set in the passenger compartment, the set temperature value will start flashing to indicate this condition, after one minute the AUTO message will turn off.

To restore system automatic control at any time, after one or more manual adjustments, press button AUTO.

Air recirculation on/off button (G)

Air recirculation works according to the following operating logics:

❒

override on (inside air recirculation always on), indicated by the the LED on button G and symbol T on the display;

❒

override off (air recirculation always off and introduction of external air), indicated by the fact that the LED on the button is off êis on the display.

These operating conditions are obtained by pressing G in sequence.

IMPORTANT The inside air recirculation system makes it possible to reach the required heating or cooling conditions faster.

It is however inadvisable to use it on rainy/cold days as it would considerably increase the possibility of the windows misting inside, especially if the climate control compressor is off.

Recirculation is forced off (i.e. air is introduced from the outside) when the the outside temperature is cold to prevent misting up.

It is advisable not to use the air recirculation function when the outside temperature is low to prevent the windows from rapidly misting up.

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Climate control compressor enabling button (F)

Press √ to switch the climate control compressor off (if on). The icon on the display will go out. Press the button when the LED is off to restore automatically system control and use of the compressor. The icon will light up on the display in this case.

The system will switch recirculation off when the compressor is switched off to prevent misting up. Although the system is capable of maintaining the required temperature, the word FULL will disappear from the display. If on the other hand the system cannot maintain the required temperature, the digits will blink and the word AUTO will disappear.

IMPORTANT With the compressor off, it is not possible to introduced air cooler than ambient temperature into the passenger compartment. Furthermore, in certain conditions, the windows could mist up rapidly because the air is not dehumidified.The switching off of the climate control compressor remains in storage even when the engine has been stopped.

To restore automatic compressor control, press √ again (in this case, the system will only work as a heater) or press AUTO.

With climate control compressor off, the fan speed can be set to zero manually (no bar shown).

With the compressor enabled and the engine started, the fan speed may be reduced to the minimum setting (only one bar shown).

Fast window demisting/defrosting button (D)

Press this button: the climate control system will automatically switch on all the functions required for fast windscreen and front side window demisting/defrosting, that is:

❒

switches on climate control compressor when climatic conditions are suitable;

❒

air recirculation off;

❒

maximum air temperature HI on both areas;

❒

operates proper fan speed according to engine coolant temperature to limit the flow into the passenger compartment of air not warm enough to demist the windows;

❒

directs air flow to windscreen and front side windows vents;

❒

heated rear window on.

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IMPORTANT The quick demisting/defrosting function will stay on for approximately 3 minutes after the engine coolant temperature is warm enough to ensure rapid window demisting.

When the function is on, the LED on the rear window demister button will light up and the message FULL AUTO will go out on the display.

You may only adjust the fan speed and switch the rear window demister off manually when this function is running.

To restore running operations before this function was activated, press either button B, air recirculation button G, compressor button F or button AUTO A.

Switching the system off (E)

Press E to switch the climate control system off. The display will go out as a consequence.

The following climate control conditions will be established when the system is off:

❒

display off;

❒

temperature not shown;

❒

air recirculation on, passenger compartment isolated from the outside (recirculation LED on);

❒

climate control compressor off;

❒

fan off.

Press AUTO to switch the automatic climate control system back on.

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The left-hand stalk fig. 44/a operates most of the external lights.

The external lights can only be switched on when the ignition key is at MAR.

The instrument panel and the various dashboard controls will come on with the external lights.

LIGHTS OFF

Knurled ring turned to symbol O.

SIDELIGHTS - TAILLIGHTS

Turn the knurled ring to 6.

The warning light 3on the instrument cluster will come on at the same time.

DIPPED BEAM HEADLIGHTS

Turn the knurled ring to 2.

The warning light 3on the instrument cluster will come on at the same time.

fig. 44/a

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MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS

When the knurled ring is at

, pull the lever towards the steering wheel (2ndunstable position).

The warning light 11on the instrument cluster will come on at the same time.

To turn the main beams off, pull again the lever towards the steering wheel (dipped beams will turn on again).

FLASHING THE HEADLIGHTS

Pull the stalk towards the steering wheel (1stunstable position) regardless of the position of the knurled ring. The warning light 1on the instrument cluster will come on at the same time.

fig. 44/b

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AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHT SENSOR (day light sensor) fig. 44/b (where provided)

This sensor detects changes of external lights according to the sensitivity of the setting: higher the sensitivity, lower the amount of external light needed to switch the lights on. The sensitivity of the day light sensor may be adjusted by means of the “Setup menu” on the instrument panel.

Activation

Turn the knurled ring to

. the side/tail-

lights and dipped beam headlights are switched on automatically according to the external light.

The headlights can only be flashed with the sensor on.

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Deactivation

The main beam headlights will go out followed after approximately 10 seconds by the side/taillights when the sensor is deactivated.

The sensor cannot detect the presence of fog: switch the lights on manually in this case.

DIRECTION INDICATORS fig. 45

Push the stalk to (stable) position:

❒

up (position 1): right-hand indicator;

❒

down (position 2): left-hand indicator;

Warning light Îor ¥will blink on the instrument panel.

Indicators are switched off automatically when the steering wheel is straightened.

If you want the indicator to flash briefly to show that you are about to change lane, move the stalk up or down without clicking into position (unstable position). When released the stalk will return to its home position.

fig. 45

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“FOLLOW ME HOME” DEVICE

This function allows the illumination of the space in front of the car for a preset period of time.

Activation

With the ignition key at STOP or removed, pull the left-hand stalk towards the steering wheel within 2 minutes from when the engine is turned off.

At each single movement of the stalk, the lights will remain on for an extra 30 seconds up to a maximum of 210 seconds; then the lights are switched off automatically.

Warning light

on the instrument pan-

el will light up and the corresponding message will appear on the display (see “Warning lights and messages”) as long as the function is on. The warning light will go out when the lever is operate and stay on until the function is automatically deactivated. Time for which the lights stay on can only be increased by operating the lever.

Deactivation

Keep the stalk pulled towards the steering wheel for more than 2 seconds.

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WINDOW WASHING

The right stalk fig. 46 controls windscreen wiper/washer operation.

WINDSCREEN WASHER/ WIPER

The device can only work when the ignition key is at MAR.

The stalk ring nut can be moved to four different positions:

O windscreen wiper off;

intermittent;

≤

continuous slow;

≥

continuous fast.

Move the lever to position A (unstable) to limit operation for the time for which the lever is held in this position. The lever will return to position and the wiper will be automatically stopped when released.

fig. 46

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With the ring in position ≤the windscreen wiper will automatically adapt to the speed of the car.

IMPORTANT Replace wiper blades as specified in section “Car maintenance”.

Do not use the windscreen wiper to remove layers of snow or ice from the wind-

screen. In such conditions, the windscreen wiper may be subjected to excessive stress and the motor protection which prevents operation for a few seconds may trip. If operation is not restored, even after turning the key and restarting the engine, go to a Fiat Dealership.

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“Smart washing” function

Pull the stalk towards the steering wheel (unstable position) to operate the windscreen washer.

Keeping the stalk pulled for more than half a second, with just one movement it is possible to operate the washer jet and the wiper at the same time.

The wiper stops working three strokes after releasing the stalk.

A further stroke after 6 seconds completes the wiping operation.

RAIN SENSOR

(where provided)

The rain sensor is located behind the driving mirror in contact with the windscreen and has the purpose of automatically adjust, during the intermittent operation, the frequency of the windscreen wiper strokes as to the rain intensity.

IMPORTANT Keep clean the glass in the sensor area.

Activation

Move the right-hand stalk knurled ring to

fig. 46.

≤

The activation of the rain sensor is signalled by a control acquisition “stroke”.

Through the set up menu it is possible to increase the sensitivity of the rain sensor.

The increase of the sensitivity of the rain sensor is signalled by a control and acquisition “stroke”.

Operating the windscreen washer with the rain sensor activated the normal washing cycle is performed at the end of which the rain sensor resumes its normal automatic function.

Deactivation

Change the stalk knurled ring position from ≤fig. 46 or turn the ignition key to STOP.

At the next start-up (key at MAR), the sensor will not be reactivated even if the knurled ring is at ≤fig. 46. To reactivate the sensor, move the ring from position ≤to any other position and then return it to position ≤.

Rain sensor activation will be indicated by at least one wiper “stroke” even if the windscreen is dry.

The rain sensor is able to recognize and automatically adjust itself in the presence of the following particular conditions:

❒

presence of dirt on the controlled surface (salt, dirt, etc.);

❒

difference between day and night.

IMPORTANT Streaks of water may cause unnecessary blade moving.

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CRUISE CONTROL (constant speed regulator) (where provided)

It is a device able to support the driver, with electronic control, which allows driving at speed over 30 km/h on long and straight dry roads (e.g.: motorways), at a desired speed, without pressing the accelerator pedal. Therefore it is not suggested to use this device on extra-urban roads with traffic. Do not use it in town.

SWITCHING THE DEVICE ON

Turn knob A-fig. 47 to ON.

The Cruise Control cannot be engaged in first or reverse gear. It is advisable to engage it in 4thor higher gears.

Travelling downhill with the device engaged, the car speed may increase more than the memorised one.

When the device is activated the warning light Üturns on together with the relevant message on the instrument panel (where provided).

fig. 47

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STORING THE CAR SPEED

Proceed as follows:

❒

turn knob A-fig. 47 to ON and press the accelerator pedal to the required speed;

❒

push the lever up (+) for at least one second and release it: the car speed will be stored. The accelerator pedal may be released.

If needed (e.g. for overtaking), press the accelerator pedal to accelerate: the car will return to the previously set speed when the pedal is released.

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RESTORING STORED SPEED

If the device has been disengaged for example pressing the brake or clutch pedal, the memorised speed can be reset as follows:

❒

accelerate gradually until reaching a speed approaching the one stored;

❒

engage the gear selected at the time when the speed was originally stored;

❒

press RES B-fig. 47.

INCREASING THE STORED SPEED

The stored speed can be increased in two ways:

❒

by pressing the accelerator and then storing the new speed reached;

❒

by moving the stalk upwards (+).

Each operation of the stalk will correspond to a slight increase in speed (about 1 km/h), while keeping the stalk upwards will correspond to a continuous speed increase.

REDUCING THE STORED SPEED

The stored speed can be increased in two ways:

❒

by switching the device off and then storing a new speed;

❒

by moving the stalk downwards (–) until reaching the new speed which will be stored automatically.

Each operation of the stalk will correspond to a slight reduction in speed (about 1 km/h), while keeping the stalk downwards will correspond to a continuous speed reduction.

SWITCHING THE DEVICE OFF

The device can be switch off in the following ways:

❒

by turning knob A to OFF;

❒

by turning the engine off;

❒

by pressing the brake pedal;

❒

by pressing the clutch pedal;

❒

by pressing the accelerator pedal; in this case the system is not really switched off but the request for acceleration takes priority over the system. The cruise control is however active and it will not be necessary to press button RES B-fig. 47 to resume previous conditions after ending acceleration.

The device is automatically switched off in one of the following cases:

❒

if the ABS or ESP systems cut-in;

❒

with car speed below the preset limit;

❒

in the case of system failure.

WARNING

When travelling with the device on, never set the

gearshift lever to neutral.

WARNING

In the event of device faults or failures, turn knob A to

OFF and contact a Fiat Dealership.

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FRONT CEILING WITH SPOT LIGHTS fig.48 /a AND WITH DIFFUSED LIGHTIING LED (where provided) fig.48 /b

Switch A turn on/off these lights.

With switch A in central position, lights C and D will turn on/off when opening/ closing the front doors.

With switch A pressed on the left side, lights C and D will always stay off. With switch A pressed on the right side, lights C and D will always stay on.

Light turning on/off is gradual.

Switch B performs the spot function; with light off, it will turn on:

❒

light C if pressed on the left side;

❒

light D if pressed on the right side.

fig. 48/a

fig. 48/b

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IMPORTANT Before getting out of the car, make sure the switch is at central position: lights off with doors closed in order to avoid draining the battery.

In any case, if the switch is left inadvertently to the on position, the lights will turn off automatically 15 minutes after turning the engine off.

fig. 49

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FRONT CEILING LIGHT WITH MOVABLE LENS

The light will turn on/off by pressing the movable lens rightwards or leftwards as shown in fig. 49.

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Ceiling light timing

On certain versions to facilitate getting in/out of the car at night or with poor lighting, 2 different timed switching on modes have been provided.

LIGHT TIMING WHEN GETTING INTO THE CAR

Lights will turn on as follows:

❒

for about 10 seconds when opening front doors;

❒

for about 3 minutes when opening one of the side doors;

❒

for about 10 seconds when closing the doors.

Timing will stop when turning the ignition key to MAR.

LIGHT TIMING WHEN GETTING OUT OF THE CAR

After removing the key from the ignition switch, the ceiling lights will turn on as follows:

❒

within 2 minutes from turning the engine off for about 10 seconds;

❒

when opening one of the side doors for about 3 minutes;

❒

when closing one of the doors for about 10 seconds.

Timing will stop automatically when locking the doors.

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fig. 51

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BOOT LIGHT (where provided) fig. 51

For versions fitted with boot light, it will turn on automatically when opening the tailgate and it will turn off at closing.

fig. 52

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PUDDLE LIGHTS (where provided) fig. 52

These lights A are located in the doors and they will turn on when opening the relevant door, regardless of the ignition key position.

fig. 53

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COURTESY LIGHTS (where provided) fig. 53

Lights B by the side of the courtesy mirror will light up when cover A on the sun visor on driver’s or passenger’s side is raised with the key at MAR. The lights allows to use the courtesy mirror also in poor conditions of light.

IMPORTANT The lights may only be operated for 15 minutes when the key is turned to stop STOP. They will be automatically switched off after this to protect the battery charge.

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fig. 54

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ODDMENTS COMPARTMENT COURTESY LIGHT (where provided) fig. 54

On versions where it is fitted, the light comes on automatically when the compartment is opened and goes out when it is closed.

HAZARD LIGHTS fig. 55

They turn on by pressing switch A, regardless of the position of the ignition key.

When the device is on, the switch is flashing and warning lights Îe ¥on the panel come blink.

Press the switch again to turn the lights off.

The use of hazard lights is governed by the Highway Code of the country you are in. Keep to the rules.

fig. 55

fig. 56

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FRONT FOG LIGHTS (where provided) fig. 56

To turn front fog lights on, press button

, to activate these lights it is necessary

to have the side/taillights switched on. The warning light 5on the instrument

cluster will come on at the same time. Press the button again to turn the lights off. The use of fog lights is governed by the

Highway Code of the country you are in. Keep to the rules.

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fig. 57

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REAR FOG LIGHTS fig. 57

Press button 4to turn these lights on providing the dipped beam headlights or the front fog lights (where provided) are switched on.

The warning light 4on the instrument panel will light up.

Either press the button again or switch the dipped beam headlights and/or fog lights (where provided) off.

The use of fog lights is governed by the Highway Code of the country you are in. Keep to the rules.

fig. 58

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PARKING LIGHTS

These lights can only be turned on with ignition key at STOP or removed, by moving the left stalk knurled ring first to O and then to position 6or 2.

The warning light 3on the instrument panel will come on at the same time.

HEATED REAR WINDOW (where provided) fig. 58

Press button A to switch the device on. The device will be switched off automatically after approximately 20 minutes.

fig. 59

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DOOR LOCK fig. 59

To open: pull lever A.

To close: close the door and press lever A. Also the rear doors will be locked in this way (centralised door locking system).

Warning light ´ will light up with the corresponding message on the multifunctional display (see chapter “Warning lights and Messages”).

FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH

The car is fitted with a safety switch that in the event of a crash comes into operation by cutting off fuel and turning off the engine as a consequence.

This device therefore prevents fuel leaks due to fuel piping breaking.

IMPORTANT After the accident, remember to remove the electronic key from the ignition device to prevent draining the battery.

The message “FPS on” will appear on the digital display when the switch trips. The message “Inertia switch tripped. See handbook” will appear on the multifunctional display.

WARNING

If, after a crash, you smell fu-

el or see leaks from the fuel system, do not reset the switch to avoid fine risk.

Door unlocking in the event of a crash

If the fuel cut-off switch trips following an accident, the doors will be automatically unlocked to let you leave the car and the ceiling lights will be switched on at the same time. The doors can always be opened from the inside of the car by means of the specific levers.

Proceed as follows if no fuel leakage is found and and the car is in condition to be driven to rearm the fuel cut-off switch.

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fig. 60

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Re-arming the fuel cut-off switch

WARNING

Before resetting the fuel cutoff switch carefully inspect

the car for fuel leaks.

To reset the fuel cut-off switch, press button A-fig. 60.

ODDMENT DRAWER fig. 61-62

To open the drawer operate handle Afig. 61.

The compartment opening movement is slowed down by a dedicated device.

Inside the drawer there is a space A-fig. 62 to keep documents.

When the oddment compartment is opened, an interior courtesy light comes on.

ODDMENT COMPARTMENTS

Oddment compartment A-fig. 63, is located on the dashboard, on the left of the steering wheel.

fig. 61

fig. 62

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fig. 65

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Oddment compartment B-fig. 64 is located in the middle of the dashboard.

CENTRAL CONSOLE ODDMENT COMPARTMENT

The compartiment A-fig. 65 is located on the dashboard central zone.

fig. 66

fig. 67

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DOOR POCKETS fig. 66

Paper/map pockets are located in door panels.

fig. 68

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FRONT ARMREST WITH ODDMENT COMPARTMENT (where provided)

Certain versions are fitted with armrest A-fig. 67 between the front seats.

To use it, push it down as shown in fig. 68.

Press button A-fig. 68 to raise the upper part of the arm rest and access compartment B. Operate lever C to move the armrest down with respect to the position of normal use.

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fig. 70

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GLASS HOLDER - CAN HOLDER fig. 69-70

There are cup holders on the central tunnel (two cup holders in front of the gearbox and one behind it).

fig. 71

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CARD BOX - CD BOX fig. 71

The central console features recesses to keep telephone cards CD holders and magnetic cards.

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CIGAR LIGHTER (where provided) fig. 72

It is located on the central console in front of the handbrake.

Press button A to switch on the cigar lighter with ignition key at MAR.

After about 15 seconds the button will return to its initial position and is ready for use.

IMPORTANT Always check that the cigar lighter has turned off.

WARNING

The cigar lighter becomes

very hot. Handle with care. The device must not be used by children: risk of fire and/or burns.

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ASHTRAY (where provided) fig. 73-74

The ashtray is a removable plastic box that can be fitted into the glass/can recesses on the central console.

IMPORTANT Do not use the box as an ashtray and a waste paper basket at the same time: it might set on fire in contact with cigarette stubs.

fig. 75

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SUN VISORS fig. 75

These are arranged at the sides of the internal rearview mirror. They may be oriented frontally and to the side.

A courtesy mirror can be applied to the back of sun visors.

On certain versions to use the mirror (where provided) you shall open the sliding cover A.

A courtesy light may light up according to the versions when the cover is opened.

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MAP POCKET (where provided)

On certain versions a map pocket is located on the back of the seat backrest fig. 76.

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CENTRAL DOOR LOCKING/UNLOCKING SYSTEM

Locking from the outside

With the doors closed, press button Áon the remote control fig. 77 or insert and turn the metallic insert in the driver’s side door lock and turn clockwise fig. 78 (anticlockwise on the passenger door ). The LED on the driver’s door will blink once to indicate that the doors have been locked. The doors will be locked only if all doors are closed. If one or more doors are open, the indication indicators and the LED on the driver’s door will flash in rapid sequence for approximately 3 seconds if one or more doors are open when button Áon the remote control is pressed fig. 77.

If instead one or more doors are opened after turning the metallic insert of the key, only the LED on the driver’s door will blink rapidly for approximately three seconds. If all the doors are closed and the boot is open, the doors are locked and: the direction indicators (if locked by pressing Áfig. 77 only) and the LED on the driver’s door will flash rapidly for approximately 3 seconds.

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Door unlocking from the outside

Briefly press button Ëfig. 77 to obtain remote door unlocking, timed ceiling light turning on, directions indicator double flashing or fit the metal insert into the driver’s door lock and turn it anticlockwise.

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Door locking/unlocking from the inside

Press lever A-fig. 79 to unlock all doors. Pull the lever to unlock all doors. A LED on the driver’s door will indicate the state (doors locked or unlocked). The LED is on when the doors are locked and off when the doors are unlocked. The doors will be locked only if all doors are closed.

Lacking power (blown fuse, battery disconnected, etc.) it is however possible to lock the doors manually.

After exceeding 20 km/h speed, doors will be locked automatically if the set up menu function has been selected (see paragraph “Multifunction display” in this section).

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WINDOW WINDERS

fig. 80

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CHILD LOCK fig. 80

This device prevents opening the rear doors from the inside. This device can be engaged only with rear doors open.

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position 1 - device engaged (door locked);

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position 2 - device not engaged (door may be opened from the inside).

The device A-fig. 80 stays on even if the doors are unlocked by the centralised system.

WARNING

Always use this device when

transporting children. After engaging the child lock on both rear doors, check for proper engagement by trying to open a rear door with the internal handle.

POWER WINDOWS

The driver’s door armrest features two fig. 82 or (where provided) five fig. 81 switches that with key at MAR shall be used:

A to open/close the left front window;

B to open/close the right front window;

C to open/close the left rear window

(where provided);

D to open/close the right rear window

(where provided);

E to inhibit rear door controls (where

provided).

fig. 81

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Automatic continuous operation (where provided)

Power windows are equipped with an up/down mechanism for the front driver side window and of a mechanism just for the down movement of the other windows.

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Hold one of the buttons pressed for longer than half a second to operate the automatic continuous window operation

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IMPORTANT With ignition key at STOP or removed, the power windows remain activated for about 2 minutes and are deactivated immediately the moment a door is opened.

WARNING

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the forthcoming standard 2000/4/EC concerning the safety of passengers leaning out of the passenger compartment.

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Important On some versions, pressing the remote control button Ëfor over 2 seconds will open the windows whereas pressing the remote control button Áfor over 2 seconds will close them.

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Front and rear passenger door windows (where provided)

Front passenger door armrest and rear door armrests feature the switches A- fig. 83 to be used for controlling the corresponding window.

Press button A-fig. 84 to inhibit rear door controls (where provided).

WARNING

Incorrect use of the power

windows may be dangerous. Before operation, always check that no-one is exposed to the risk of being injured by directly by the moving window or objects getting caught and dragged. When leaving the car, always remove the key from the ignition device to avoid the risk of injury due to accidental operation of the power windows.

Power window system initialisation

Safety system shall be re-initialised after disconnecting the battery or if the relevant protection fuse is blown.

Initialisation procedure:

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fully close manually the window to initialise;

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rafter the window has reached the upper end of travel, hold the up button pressed for at least one second.

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MANUAL REAR (where provided) fig. 85

To open and to close the window use the relevant window winder.

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Do not fit additional objects onto the rear window shelf or tailgate (speakers, spoilers,

etc.) except when contemplated by the manufacturer to ensure the correct operation of the side gas shock absorbers of the tailgate itself.

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Never exceed the maximum

allowed load in the boot (see “Technical Specifications”). Make sure that the objects are well arranged in the boot so that they will not be projected forwards following sudden braking.

fig. 86

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Never travel with objects on

the rear window shelf: they cause cause injury to passengers in the event of an accident or sudden braking.

OPENING THE BOOT

The boot lock may be released from the outside of the car by pressing Ron the remote control (where provided) or by inserting and turning the metallic insert of the key in the boot lock anticlockwise as shown in fig. 88. The boot lock can be released from inside the vehicle operating on lever A-fig.87 located on driver side seat or pressing push-button B-fig.89.

BOOT CLOSING

To close the boot, lower it onto the lock until you hear it click. In emergency conditions (if either the remote control or car battery is flat), release the boot lock by turn the key in clockwise.

EXTENDING THE BOOT

Partial extension (where provided) (1/3 or 2/3) fig. 91

The boot can be partially (1/3 or 2/3) or totally extended splitting the rear seat.

Proceed as follows:

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tip the cushions forward;

fig. 90

fig. 91

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pull the two locking devices A-fig. 90

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upwards to unlock respectively the left or right section of the backrest and then guide the backrest onto the cushion.

The boot extension to the right makes it possible to carry two passengers on the rear seat left-hand side.

The boot extension to the left makes it possible to carry one passenger on the rear seat right-hand side.

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Maximum extension fig. 92

Tilt the rear seat completely to obtain maximum boot extension.

Proceed as follows:

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completely lower the rear seat head restraints;

❒

tip the cushions forward;

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pull the fastening devices A-fig. 90 upwards to release the backrests and fold them onto the cushion.

fig. 93

F0R0078m

To return the rear seat back to its original position fig. 93

Lift the backrests and push them back until your hear both fastening mechanisms click and return the cushions to the normal position of use.

IMPORTANT When return the backrest to the position of use, make sure it is correctly fastened and you hear the lock click.

WARNING

Make sure the backrest is

properly secured at both sides to prevent it moves forward in the event of sharp braking causing injuries to passengers.

OPENING THE BONNET

Proceed as follows:

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pull lever fig. 94 in the direction of the arrow;

❒

operate lever A-fig. 95 as shown in the figure;

❒

lift the bonnet and at the same time release the rod D-fig. 96 from the catch, then fit end C-fig. 97 of the rod into the bonnet recess E.

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IMPORTANT Before opening the bonnet, check that windscreen wiper arms are not lifted from the windscreen.

fig. 95

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CLOSING THE BONNET

Proceed as follows:

❒

hold the bonnet up with one hand and with the other remove rod C-fig. 97 from seat E and fit it back into its catch D-fig. 96;

fig. 96

fig. 97

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lower the bonnet to approximately 20

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centimetres from the engine compartment and let it drop. Make sure that the bonnet is completely closed and not only fastened by the safety catch by trying to open it. If it is not perfectly closed, open the bonnet and repeat the procedure. No not simply press it.

IMPORTANT Always check that the bonnet is closed properly to avoid its opening while the car is travelling.

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The bonnet must always be

perfectly closed while travelling for reasons of safety. Make sure that the bonnet is perfectly closed and that the lock is engaged. If you discover that the bonnet is not perfectly closed while travelling, stop immediately and close the bonnet in the correct manner.

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The bonnet may drop sud-

denly if the supporting rod is not in correct position.

WARNING

Perform these operations

when the car is stationary only.

ROOF RACK/SKI RACK

Front couplings are set at points A-fig. 98.

Front couplings are set at points B.

WARNING

Check that the attachment fastening screws are correct-

ly positioned after a few kilometres.

Respect the laws in force concerning maximum clearance.

fig. 98

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IMPORTANT Follow the instructions contained in the assembly kit to the letter. Assembly must be performed by qualified personnel.

WARNING

Distribute the load evenly

and when driving, bear in mind the increased sensitivity of the car to side wind.

Never exceed the permitted weight (see section “Technical specifications”).

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HEADLIGHTS

BEAM DIRECTION

Correction direction of the headlights is essentially for the comfort and safety of the driver and the other road users. The headlights must be correctly directed to ensure the best visibility conditions when the headlights are on. Contact Fiat Dealership to have the headlights properly adjusted.

fig. 99

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HEADLIGHT AIMING DEVICE

This device works with the key at MAR and the dipped beam headlights on. The car will slant backwards when it is loaded, raising the light beam. The beams must therefore be directed again in this case.

Aiming the headlights fig. 99

Press Ò and  on the control panel.

The display located on the instrument panel, provides the visual indication of the positions during the adjustment operation.

Position 0 - one or two passengers on front seats.

Position 1 - five passengers.

Position 2 - five passengers + load in the boot.

Position 3 - driver + maximum admitted load in the boot.

IMPORTANT Check beam aiming every time the load carried changes.

AIMING THE FRONT FOG LIGHTS (where provided)

Contact Fiat Dealership to have the headlights properly adjusted.

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ABS SYSTEM

If you have never driven a car with ABS before, it is advisable to perform a few tests on slippery ground, naturally in conditions of safety and respecting the Highway Code of the country where you are driving. Read the following information carefully.

The car is fitted with an ABS braking system, which prevents the wheels from locking when braking, makes the most of road grip and gives the best control when emergency braking under difficulty road conditions.

System is completed by EBD (Electronic Braking force Distribution), which distributes the braking action between front and rear wheels.

IMPORTANT Maximum efficiency of the braking system is obtained after approximately 500 km (when the car is new or after replacing the brake pads/discs): during this time, avoid sudden, repeated and prolonged braking.

WARNING

The ABS exploits the tyre-

road grip at the best, but it cannot improve it; you should therefore take every care when driving on slippery surfaces without taking unnecessary risks.

ABS SYSTEM INTERVENTION

Intervention of the ABS is detected by a slight pulsing of the brake pedal accompanied by noise: such an event indicates that you need to adjust your speed to the type of road on which you are travelling.

WARNING

When the ABS intervenes it

means that you are approaching the grip limit between tyres and road: slow down to exploit all the available grip.

FAILURE INDICATIONS

ABS failure

ABS failure is indicated by the turning on of warning light >on the instrument panel together with the dedicated message on the multifunctional display (where provided), (see section “Warning lights and messages”).

In the case, the braking system will work as normal without the extra potentials offered by the ABS system. Drive carefully to the nearest Fiat Dealership to have the system checked.

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EBD failure

ABS failure is indicated by the turning on warning lights >and xon the instrument panel together with the dedicated message on the multifunctional display (where provided), (see section “Warning lights and messages”).

In this case, the rear wheels may suddenly lock and the car may swerve. Drive carefully to the nearest Fiat Dealership to have the system checked.

WARNING

If warning light xonly lights

up on the instrument panel (with a message on the multifunctional display, where provided), stop the car immediate and go to the nearest Fiat Dealership. Leakage of hydraulic fluid from the braking system will compromise functionality of the braking system, either of the conventional type or with ABS.

BRAKE ASSIST (integrated ESP emergency braking assistance) (where provided)

This system (which cannot be deactivated) recognises emergency braking conditions according to the speed of operation of the brake pedal and provides an additional hydraulic braking pressure to support that provided by the driver. This allows faster and more power operation of the braking system.

Brake Assist is deactivated on the versions equipped with ESP, in the event of ESP system failure (indicated by warning light

switching on together with the message on the multifunctional display, where provided).

WARNING

When the ABS cuts in, and

you feel the brake pedal pulsating, do not remove your foot, but keep it pressed; in doing so you will stop in the shortest amount of space possible under the current road conditions.

ESP SYSTEM (Electronic Stability Program) (where provided)

The ESP system is an electronic system controlling the car stability in the event of tyre grip loss.

The ESP system is therefore particularly useful when grip conditions of the road surfaces changes.

In addition to the ESP system, ASR system and Hill Holder, (where provided) also the MSR system (adjusting the engine braking torque) and the HBA system (improving the braking force during emergency braking) are provided.

ABS SYSTEM INTERVENTION

It is signalled by the blinking of the warning light áon the instrument panel, to inform the driver that the car is in critical stability and grip conditions.

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ESP SYSTEM ACTIVATION

The ESP system is automatically activated when the car is started and cannot be de-activated.

FAILURE INDICATIONS

In the event of a failure, the In ESP will be automatically switched off and warning light áwill appear on the instrument panel along with a message on the multifunctional display (where provided) (see “Warning lights and messages”). The LED on the ASR OFF button will light up. Contact Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.

WARNING

Do not take unnecessary

risks, even if your cars fits an ESP system. Your driving style must always be suited to the conditions of the road, visibility and traffic. The driver is always and only responsible for road safety.

HILL HOLDER SYSTEM

This system is an integral part of the ESP system and it is provided to facilitate starting on slopes.

It will activate automatically with the following conditions:

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uphill: car at a standstill on a road with a gradient higher than 5%, engine running, clutch and brake pedal pressed, gearbox to neutral or engaged gear other than reverse.

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downhill: car at a standstill on a road with a gradient higher than 5%, engine running, clutch and brake pedal pressed and reverse gear engaged.

At pickup the ESP system control unit will keep brake force on wheels until reaching the torque suitable for starting, or in any case for max. 2 seconds in order to pass easily from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.

After 2 seconds without starting, the system will deactivate automatically by releasing gradually the brake force.

At releasing, the typical brake disengagement noise indicating that the car is going to move will be heard.

Failure indications

Warning light

on the instrument pan-

el will light up in the event of a failure (see “Warning lights and messages”).

IMPORTANT The Hill Holder system is not a parking brake therefore, never leave the car without having engaged the handbrake, turned the engine off and engaged the first speed.

WARNING

For correct operation of the

ESP and ASR systems, the tyres must absolutely be of the same brand and type on all wheels, in perfect conditions and, above all, of type, brand and size specified.

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ASR SYSTEM (Antislip Regulator)

The ASR function controls car drive and cuts in automatically every time one or both driving wheels slip.

According to slipping conditions, two different control systems are activated:

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if slipping involves both driving wheels, the ASR function intervenes reducing the power transmitted by the engine;

❒

if the slipping involves only one driving wheel, the ASR system cuts in automatically braking the wheel that is slipping.

The action of the ASR is particularly helpful in the following circumstances:

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slipping of the inner wheel due to the effect of dynamic load changes or excessive acceleration;

❒

too much power transmitted to the wheels also in relation to the conditions of the road surface;

❒

acceleration on slippery, snowy or frozen surfaces;

❒

in the case of loss of grip on a wet surface (aquaplaning).

WARNING

For correct operation of the

ESP and ASR systems, the tyres must absolutely be of the same brand and type on all wheels, in perfect conditions and, above all, of type, brand and size specified.

MSR system (engine braking torque control)

It is an integral part of the ASR system that in case of sudden gear shifting, cuts in providing torque to the engine thus preventing excessive driving wheel drive that, specially in poor grip conditions, can lead to loss of stability.

Switching the system

on/off fig. 100

The ASR system switches on automatically each time the engine is started.

When travelling, the ASR can be switched off and on again pres100.

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When the ASR is switched off this is shown by the lighting up of the led on the button and by relevant message on the multifunction display, where provided.

If the ASR is switched off when travelling, it will turn on again automatically the next time the engine is started.

It may be useful to switch the ASR when driving on snow-covered roads with snow chains fitted: in these conditions, slipping of the wheels during pick-up provides better traction.

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WARNING

Do not take unnecessary

risks, even if your cars fits such a system. Your driving style must always be suited to the conditions of the road, visibility and traffic. The driver is always and only responsible for road safety.

For correct operation of the ASR system, the tyres must absolutely be of the same brand and type on all wheels, in perfect conditions and, above all, of type, brand and size specified.

FAILURE INDICATIONS

In the event of a failure, the In ASR will be automatically switched off and warning

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will appear on the instrument

panel along with a message on the multifunctional display (where provided) (see “Warning lights and messages”). In this case, contact Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.

EOBD SYSTEM (where provided)

The EOBD system (European On Board Diagnosis) allows continuous diagnosis of the components of the car correlated with emissions.

It also alerts the driver, by turning on the warning light Uon the instrument panel (together with relevant message on the multifunctional display, where provided) (see section “Warning lights and messages”), when these conditions are no longer in peak conditions.

The objective is:

❒

to monitor system efficiency;

❒

warn when a fault causes emissions levels to increase;

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to warn of the need to replace deteriorated components.

The system also has a diagnostic connector that can be interfaced with appropriate tools, which makes it possible to read the error codes stored in the control unit, together with a series of specific parameters for engine operation and diagnosis. This check can also be carried out by the traffic police.

IMPORTANT After eliminating the inconvenience, to check the system completely, Fiat Dealerships are obliged to run a bench test and, if necessary, road tests which may also call for a long journey.

Go to a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible if warning light U either does not light

up when the key is turned to MAR to if while travelling the warning lights comes on either steady or blinking (along with a message on the multifunctional display, where provided). The operation of warning light Umay be checked by the traffic police using specific devices. Follow the laws in force in the country where you are driving.

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PARKING SENSORS (where provided)

Parking sensors are located in the rear bumper fig. 101 and their function is to inform the driver, through an intermittent buzzer, about the presence of obstacles behind the car.

ACTIVATION

The sensors are automatically activated when the reverse gear is engaged.

As the distance from the obstacle behind the car decreases, the acoustic alarm becomes more frequent.

fig. 101

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BUZZER WARNINGS

When the reverse gear is engaged an intermittent acoustic signal is automatically activated.

The acoustic signal:

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becomes louder as the reduction of distance between the car and the obstacle decreases;

❒

becomes continuous when the distance between the car and the obstacle is less that 30 cm and stops immediately if the distance increases;

❒

is constant if the distance is unvaried; if this situation concerns the side sensors, the buzzer will stop after about 3 seconds to avoid, for example, warning indications in the event of manoeuvres along walls.

Detection distances

Central action radius 150 cm

Side action radius 60 cm

If several obstacles are detected, the control unit indicates the nearest one.

FAILURE INDICATIONS

Parking sensor failures, if any, will be indicated when engaging reverse by the turning on of the instrument panel warning light

together with the message on the multifunction display, where provided (see section “Warning lights and messages”).

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Parking sensor operation is deactivated automatically when the trailer electric cable plug is fitted into the car tow hook socket.

Sensors are reactivated when removing the trailer cable plug.

In washing stations, clean sensors quickly keeping the vapour jet/high pressure washing nozzles at 10 cm at least from the sensors.

The sensor must be clean from mud, dirt, snow or ice in order for the system to work.

Be careful not to scratch or damage the sensor while cleaning them. Avoid using dry, rough or hard cloths. Clean the sensors with clean water with the addition of car shampoo if necessary.

WARNING

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ly responsible for parking and other dangerous manoeuvres. Make sure that no-one is standing in the area, especially children or animals. Parking sensors are designed to assist drivers: in all cases, you must always pay the utmost attention during potentially dangerous manoeuvres.

GENERAL WARNINGS

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When parking, take the utmost care to obstacles that may be set above or under the sensors.

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Objects set close to the car, under certain circumstances are not detected and could therefore cause damages to the car or be damaged.

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Indications sent by the sensors can be altered by dirt, snow or ice deposited on the sensors or by ultrasound systems (e.g.: truck pneumatic brakes or pneumatic hammers) set nearby the car.

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SOUND SYSTEM (where provided)

For the operation of the radio with CD/MP3 CD (where provided), read the instructions for use given in the Supplement attached to the Owner Handbook.

WARNING

For connection to existing car

presetting system, contact Fiat Dealership to prevent any trouble that could impair car safety.

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The system consists of:

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sound system power wires

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front and rear speaker connecting wires

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aerial power wire

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2 tweeters on front doors (30W max power each);

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2 mid-woofers on front doors (165 mm diameter, 40W max power each);

❒

4/6 full-range speakers on rear doors and rear valance panels (130 mm diameter, 40W max power each);

❒

radio aerial wire.

fig. 102

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Sound system installation

The sound system shall be installed in the proper space occupied by the central oddment compartment, here you will find the preset cables.

Lower the fasteners shown in fig. 102 to remove the box.

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