Fiat Sedici 2007 User Manual

Dear Customer,

Thank you for selecting Fiat and congratulations on your choice of a Fiat SEDICI. We have written this handbook to help you get to know all your new vehicle features 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 vehicle to help you derive the maximum from

your Fiat SEDICI technological features. 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 good motoring!

This Owner Handbook describes all Fiat SEDICI versions. As a consequence, you should consider only the

information which is related to the engine and bodywork version of the vehicle you purchased.

FIAT ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS AND FIAT RE-CONDITIONED SPARE PARTS

FIAT ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS

These spare parts ensure the reliability and technological quality needed to travel safely. Designed on the basis of the same project of the components fitted on the vehicle, the original spare parts undergo very harsh tests before being produced or re-conditioned, with the aim of being used to keep the vehicle performance unchanged in time.

Therefore, for an accurate and careful maintenance, choose Fiat original spare parts (re-conditioned and non re-conditioned), which can be identified by the features of their package and which are available only at the Fiat Dealership.

By choosing Fiat original spare parts (reconditioned and non re-conditioned) you can rely on a rapid and efficient service provided by skilled operators, on good equipment and a wide range of parts.

The Fiat Dealership uses Fiat original spare parts and re-conditioned spare parts.

FIAT RE-CONDITIONED SPARE PARTS

They are Fiat original spare parts/mechanical assemblies, already used but given back to Fiat, which renews them completely to meet the same qualitative and reliability requirements of the newly original spare parts.

Fiat re-conditioned spare parts:

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give the Customers the opportunity to buy spare mechanical assemblies (engines, transmissions, etc.) at particularly favourable prices;

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contribute to safeguard the environment by reducing scrapping operations and the disposal of removed materials.

SERVICE STATION GUIDE

Windshield washer fluid

(See Section 8)

Engine hood

(See Section 4)

Engine oil and filter

(See Section 8)

Engine coolant

(See Section 8)

LHD: Left Hand Drive RHD: Right Hand Drive

Engine oil dipstick (Yellow)

(See Section 8)

(RHD)

(LHD)

Battery (See Section 8)

Tire pressure (RHD)

(See tire information label on driver’s door lock pillar)

Tire changing tools

(See Section 4)

Spare tire

(See Section 8)

Fuel

(See Section 1)

Tire pressure (LHD)

(See tire information label on driver’s door lock pillar)

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BATTERY LABEL SYMBOL MEANINGS

No smoking, no naked flames, no sparks

Shield eyes

Keep away from children

Battery acid

Note operating instructions

Explosive gas

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FOREWORD

This manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when resold or otherwise transferred to a new owner or operator. Please read this manual carefully before operating your new Fiat and review the manual from time to time. It contains important information on safety, operation and maintenance.

All information in this manual is based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Due to improvements or other changes, there may be discrepancies between information in this manual and your vehicle. Fiat reserves the right to make production changes at any time, without notice and without incurring any obligation to make the same or similar changes to vehicles previously built or sold.

This vehicle may not comply with standards or regulations of other countries. Before attempting to register this vehicle in any other country, check all applicable regulations and make any necessary modifications.

IMPORTANT

Please read this manual and follow its instructions carefully. To emphasize special information, the symbol "and the words WARNING, IMPORTANT and NOTE have special meanings. These special meanings apply except when laws or regulations require that the signal words be used with a different meaning.

Pay special attention to the messages highlighted by these signal words:

WARNING

Indicates a potential hazard that could result in death or

injury.

IMPORTANT Indicates a potential hazard that could result in vehicle damage.

NOTE Indicates special information to make maintenance easier or instructions clearer.

MODIFICATION WARNING

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The circle with a slash in this manual means “Don’t do this” or “Don’t let this happen”.

WARNING

Do not modify this vehicle.

Modification could adversely affect safety, handling, performance, or durability and may violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from modification may not be covered under warranty.

IMPORTANT Improper installation of mobile communication equipment such as cellular telephones or CB (Citizen’s Band) radios may cause electronic interference with your vehicle’s ignition system, resulting in vehicle performance problems. Consult your Fiat Dealership or qualified service technician for advice on installing such mobile communication equipment.

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BEFORE DRIVING

STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT PANEL

OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

DRIVING TIPS

VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

EMERGENCY SERVICE

BODY WORK CARE

GENERAL INFORMATION

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

SUPPLEMENT

INDEX

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FUEL RECOMMENDATION ............................................ 10

KEYS ........................................................................................ 11

DOOR LOCKS ..................................................................... 12

WINDOWS .......................................................................... 24

MIRRORS ............................................................................... 27

SEAT ADJUSTMENT ........................................................... 28

ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINTS (if equipped) ........ 30

SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ...... 31

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM

(air bags) (if equipped) ......................................................... 47

FUEL RECOMMENDATION

GASOLINE ENGINE

If your vehicle is not fitted with a restrictor in the fuel filler pipe then you may use leaded or unleaded gasoline with an octane number (RON) of 85 or higher.

Note, it is preferable to use unleaded gasoline.

If your vehicle is fitted with a restrictor in the fuel filler pipe then you must use unleaded gasoline with an octane number (RON) of 91 or higher (or RON of 95 or higher if it is stated on the fuel filler lid). These vehicles are also identified by a label attached near the fuel filler pipe that states: “UNLEADED FUEL ONLY”.

If the “RON 95” label is attached, you must use unleaded gasoline with an octane number (RON) of 95 or higher.

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Gasoline/ Ethanol blends

Blends of unleaded gasoline and ethanol (grain alcohol), also known as gasohol, are commercially available in some areas. Blends of this type may be used in your vehicle if they are no more than 10% ethanol. Make sure this gasoline- ethanol blend has octane ratings no lower than those recommended for gasoline.

Gasoline/ Methanol blends

Blends of unleaded gasoline and methanol (wood alcohol) are also commercially available in some areas. DO NOT USE fuels containing more than 5% methanol under any circumstances. Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems resulting from the use of such fuels are not the responsibility of Fiat and may not be covered under the New Vehicle Warranty.

Fuels containing 5% or less methanol may be suitable for use in your vehicle if they contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors.

NOTE If you are not satisfied with the driveability or fuel economy of your vehicle when you are using a gasoline/ alcohol blend, you should switch back to unleaded gasoline containing no alcohol.

IMPORTANT Be careful not to spill fuel containing alcohol while refueling. Fuels containing alcohol can cause paint damage, which is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

DIESEL ENGINE

The diesel fuel should be with Cetane Index higher than 50 and sulfur content less than 50 ppm (parts per million). You should use the diesel fuel conformable to EN590 that corresponded to Euro IV emission control. Do not use marine diesel fuel, heating oils and so forth. If you use improper diesel fuel, it may cause serious engine damage.

IMPORTANT The vehicle must only be filled with diesel fuel for motor vehicles, in compliance with European Standard EN590. The use of other products or mixtures may irreparably damage the engine with invalidation of the warranty due to the damage caused. In the event of accidentally filling with another type of fuel, do not start the engine and empty the tank. If the engine has been run even for only a very short time, in addition to the tank, it is also necessary to drain out the whole fuel circuit.

IMPORTANT The fuel tank has an air space to allow for fuel expansion in hot weather. If you continue to add fuel after the filler nozzle has automatically shut off or an initial blowback occurs, the air chamber will become full. Exposure to heat when fully fuelled in this manner will result in leakage due to fuel expansion. To prevent such fuel leakage, stop filling after the filler nozzle has automatically shut off, or when using an alternative non automatic system, initial vent blowback occurs.

WARNING

Do not put naked flames or

lighted cigarettes near the fuel filler hole as there is a danger of fire. Do not bend too close to the hole either so as not to breathe in harmful vapours.

KEYS

Your vehicle comes with a pair of identical keys. One key can open all of the locks on the vehicle. Keep the spare key in a safe place.

The key identification number is stamped on a metal tag provided with the keys or on the keys. Keep the tag (if equipped) in a safe place. If you lose your keys, you will need this number to have new keys made.

IMPORTANT All the keys and the metal tag must be handed over to the new owner when selling the vehicle.

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Fiat CODE - Immobilizer System (if equipped)

This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft by electronically disabling the engine starting system.

The engine can be started only with your vehicle’s original immobilizer ignition key which has an electronic identification code programmed into it. The key communicates the identification code to the vehicle when the key is turned to the “ON” position. If you need to make spare keys, see your Fiat Dealership. The vehicle must be programmed with the correct identification code for the spare keys. A key made by an ordinary locksmith will not work.

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If the immobilizer system light (1) for gasoline engine or service vehicle soon (SVS) light (2) for diesel engine blinks when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the engine will not start.

NOTE If this light blinks, turn the ignition switch

to the “LOCK” position, then turn it back to the “ON” position. If the light still blinks with the ignition switch turned to the “ON” position, there may be something wrong with your key or with the immobilizer system. Ask your Fiat dealer to inspect the system.

NOTE

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If you lose your Immobilizer ignition key, see your Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have the lost one deactivated, then have the new key made by them.

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If you own other vehicles with immobilizer keys, keep those keys away from the ignition switch when using your Fiat, or the engine may not be started because they may interfere with your Fiat’s immobilizer system.

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In case of attaching any metal objects to the immobilizer key, it may not start the engine.

IMPORTANT The immobilizer key is a sensitive electronic instrument. To avoid damaging the immobilizer key:

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Do not expose it to impacts, moisture or high temperature such as on the dashboard under direct sunlight.

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Keep the immobilizer key away from magnetic objects.

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

This immobilizer system, model 5WK49181 and 5WK49182 for gasoline engine or model 5WK49183 and 5WK49184 for diesel engine are in compliance with the essential requirements and other provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC.

Ignition Key Reminder (if equipped)

A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind you to remove the ignition key if it is in the ignition switch when the driver’s door is opened.

DOOR LOCKS

SIDE DOOR LOCKS

To lock a front door from outside the vehicle:

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Insert the key and turn the top of the key toward the rear of the vehicle, or

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Turn the lock knob forward and hold the door handle up as you close the door.

To unlock a front door from outside the vehicle, insert the key and turn the top of the key toward the front of the vehicle.

To lock a rear door from outside the vehicle, turn the lock knob forward and close the door.

To lock a door from inside the vehicle, turn the lock knob forward. Turn the lock knob rearward to unlock the door.

NOTE Be sure to hold the door handle up when you close a locked front door, or the door will not remain locked.

UNLOCK

LOCK

Rear

UNLOCK

LOCK

Rear

LOCK

UNLOCK

Front

UNLOCK

LOCK

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CENTRAL DOOR LOCKING SYSTEM (if equipped)

You can lock and unlock all doors (including the rear door) simultaneously by using the key in the driver’s door lock.

To lock all doors simultaneously, insert the key in the driver’s door lock and turn the top of the key toward the rear of the vehicle once.

To unlock all doors simultaneously, insert the key in the driver’s door lock and turn the top of the key toward the front of the vehicle twice.

To unlock the driver’s door only, insert the key in that door lock and turn the top of the key toward the front of the vehicle once.

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You can also lock or unlock all doors by depressing the front or rear of the switch, respectively.

NOTE

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If your vehicle is equipped with the keyless entry system, you can also lock or unlock all doors by operating the transmitter. Refer to “Keyless Entry System” in this section.

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If your vehicle is equipped with the keyless start system, you can also lock or unlock all doors by pushing the request switch on the door handle. Refer to “Keyless Start System” in this section.

DEAD LOCK SYSTEM (if equipped)

This system is designed to help prevent tamper-unlocking of the door locks.

You can activate this system by turning the key in the driver’s door lock.

NOTE

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If your vehicle is equipped with the keyless entry system, you can activate the dead lock system by operating the transmitter. Refer to “Keyless Entry System” in this section.

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If your vehicle is equipped with the keyless start system, you can activate the dead lock system by pushing the request switch on the door handle. Refer to “Keyless Start System” in this section.

WARNING

Do not activate the dead

lock system if there are occupants in the vehicle. They will be locked in the vehicle and cannot unlock the doors from inside.

NOTE

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The dead lock system will not operate if one or more door (s) is (are) not closed and latched completely. Make sure all doors are completely closed and latched when activating the dead lock system.

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The dead lock system is released automatically allowing all the side doors to be unlocked when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.

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Rear

Front

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To activate this system:

Insert the key in the driver’s door lock and turn the top of the key toward the rear of the vehicle twice within 3 seconds.

You can not use the lock knobs to unlock the side doors when this system is activated.

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To release this system:

To unlock all the side doors, insert the key in the driver’s door lock and turn the top of the key toward the front of the vehicle twice.

To unlock only the driver’s door, insert the key in that door lock and turn the top of the key toward the front of the vehicle once.

KEYLESS START SYSTEM (if equipped)

The keyless start system enables the following operations:

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You can lock or unlock the doors by pushing the request switch on the door handle. For details, refer to the explanation in this section.

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You can start the engine without using an ignition key. For details, refer to “Ignition Switch” in the “STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS” section and “Starting the Engine” in the “OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE” section.

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You can lock or unlock the doors by operating the LOCK/ UNLOCK buttons on the remote controller. Refer to “Keyless Entry System” in the “BEFORE DRIVING” section.

NOTE The keyless start system may not function correctly depending on the environment or operating conditions as follows:

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When there are strong signals coming from a television, power station or a cellular phone with you.

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When the remote controller is in contact with or covered by a metal object.

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When the radio wave type remote keyless entry is used nearby.

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When the remote controller is placed near an electric appliance such as personal computer.

The Keyless Start System, controller model S62J1 and key model TS001 are in compliance with the essential requirements and other provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

NOTE

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Make sure the ignition key is stowed in the remote controller. If the remote controller becomes unreliable, you can not lock or unlock the doors and start the engine.

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Be sure that the driver always carries the remote controller.

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If you lose your remote controller, see your Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have the lost one deactivated.

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You can use up to four remote controllers and ignition keys for your vehicle. Ask your Fiat Dealership for details.

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The battery life of the remote controller is about two years, but it can very depending on usage conditions.

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The turn signal lights will flash once when the doors are locked and then the turn signal lights will flash once again when the doors are locked with the dead lock system.

To stow the ignition key in the remote controller, push the key in the remote controller until the click is heard.

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To remove the key from the remote controller, push the button (A) in the direction of the arrow and pull the key out from the remote controller.

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Keyless unlocking / locking operation

When the remote controller is within the access range, you can lock or unlock the doors by pushing the request switch (1) on the door handle of the driver’s door, front passenger’s door or rear door. If you want to prevent tamper- unlocking of the door locks, you can activate the dead lock system.

To lock or dead lock all doors when all doors are unlocked:

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To lock all doors, push the request switch on one of the door handles once.

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To lock all doors with the dead lock system, push the request switch on one of the door handles twice within about 3 seconds.

WARNING

Do not activate the dead

lock system if there are occupants in the vehicle. They will be locked in the vehicle and cannot unlock the doors from inside.

To unlock a door or all doors:

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To unlock the door only, push the request switch on the door handle once.

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To unlock other doors, push the request switch on the door handle once again.

When the door (s) is (are) unlocked:

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the turn signal lights will flash twice, and

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the interior light will turn on for about 15 seconds and then fade out with the interior light switch in the middle position. If you push the ignition switch during that time, the light will start to fade out immediately.

Be sure the doors are locked after you operate the request switch to lock.

NOTE

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The door locks can not be operated by the request switch under the following conditions:

– if any door is open or incompletely

closed;

– if the ignition switch is in a position

other than LOCK;

– if the ignition key is inserted in the ig-

nition switch.

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If no doors are opened within about 30 seconds after unlocking by pushing the request switch, the doors will be locked automatically again.

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When the remote controller is within approximately 80 cm from the front door handle or rear door, you can lock or unlock the doors by pushing the request switch.

NOTE

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The request switch operating range is within approximately 80 cm of the door handle or rear door handle. If the remote controller is outside this range, it will not operate the request switch.

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If the battery of the remote controller runs down or there are strong radio waves or noise, the operating range may be narrower or the remote controller may be inoperative.

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If you are too close to the door glass, the remote controller may not operate.

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If a spare remote controller is in the vehicle, the request switches may not operate normally.

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The remote controller will only operate a request switch if it is within the switch’s operating range. For example, if the remote controller is within the operating range of the driver’s door request switch, the driver’s door switch can be operated but the front passenger’s door switch or rear door switch can not be operated.

IMPORTANT The remote controller is a sensitive electronic instrument. To avoid damaging the remote controller:

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Do not expose it to impacts, moisture or high temperature such as on the dashboard under direct sunlight.

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Keep the remote controller away from magnetic objects such as a television.

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Reminder function

If the remote controller is not in the vehicle under the following condition, a buzzer sounds intermittently for about 2 seconds and the keyless start system indicator light on the instrument cluster blinks in red:

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When the vehicle speed is over 10 km/h.

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When the door (s) has (have) opened and later all doors are closed with the ignition switch in a position other than LOCK.

The red indicator light will turn off within several seconds after the remote controller is returned in the vehicle except in the rear luggage area.

If the remote controller is left in the vehicle and you lock the door in the following manner, the driver’s door or the front passenger’s door will be automatically unlocked.

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You open the driver’s door and lock the door by turning the lock knob forward or pushing the power door locking switch, the driver’s door will be automatically unlocked.

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You open the door (s) except the driver’s door and lock the front passenger’s door by turning the lock knob forward or pushing the power door locking switch, the front passenger’s door will be automatically unlocked.

NOTE

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The reminder will not operate when the remote controller is on the instrument panel, in the glove box, in the door pocket, in the sun visor or on the floor etc.

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Be sure that the driver always carries the remote controller.

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Do not leave the remote controller in the vehicle when departing from the vehicle.

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KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (if equipped)

(1) “LOCK” button (2) “UNLOCK” button There are two ways to lock or unlock all

doors simultaneously by operating the transmitter/ remote controller near the vehicle.

Type 2

Central door locking system

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To lock all doors, push the “LOCK” button (1) once.

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To unlock only the driver’s door, push the “UNLOCK” button (2) once.

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To unlock other doors, push the “UNLOCK” button (2) once again.

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Central door locking system with the dead lock system (if equipped)

If you want to prevent tamper- unlocking of the door locks, use this method. When the dead lock system is activated, operating the lock knobs will not unlock the side doors.

To activate this system: To lock all doors, push the “LOCK” but-

ton (1) twice within 3 seconds. To release this system:

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To unlock only the driver’s door, push the “UNLOCK” button (2) once.

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To unlock other doors, push the “UNLOCK” button (2) once again.

WARNING

Do not activate the dead

lock system if there are occupants in the vehicle. They will be locked in the vehicle and cannot unlock the doors from inside.

The turn signal lights will flash once when the doors are locked and then the turn signal lights will flash once again when the doors are locked with the dead lock system.

When the door (s) is (are) unlocked:

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The turn signal lights will flash twice, and

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the interior light will turn on for about 15 seconds and then fade out with the interior light switch in the middle position. If you insert the key into the ignition switch during that time, the light will start to fade out immediately.

Be sure the doors are locked after you operate the “LOCK” button (1).

If no door is opened within about 30 seconds after the “UNLOCK” button (2) is operated, the doors will automatically lock again.

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NOTE

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The maximum operating distance is about 5 meter (16 ft.), but this can vary depending on the surroundings, especially near other transmitting devices such as radio towers or CB (Citizen’s Band) radios.

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The door locks can not be operated with the transmitter/ remote controller:

– if the ignition switch is in a position

other than “LOCK” or the ignition key is inserted in the ignition switch, or

– if any door is open or incompletely

closed.

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If you lose your transmitter/ remote controller, ask your Fiat Dealership as soon as possible for a replacement and to have the lost one deactivated.

Type 1

The Keyless Entry System, Transmitter model TS002 and Receiver model R62J1 or R51K0 are in compliance with the essential requirements and other provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Type 2

The Keyless Start System, controller model S62J1 and key model TS001 are in compliance with the essential requirements and other provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

IMPORTANT The transmitter/remote controller is a sensitive electronic instrument. To avoid damaging the transmitter/remote controller:

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Do not expose it to impacts, moisture or high temperature such as on the dashboard under direct sunlight.

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Keep the transmitter/remote controller away from magnetic objects such as a television.

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Replacement of the battery

If the transmitter/ remote controller becomes unreliable, replace the battery.

To replace the battery for the transmitter of the keyless entry

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Remove the screw (1), and open the transmitter cover.

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Remove the transmitter (2).

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Put the edge of a coin or a flat blade screw driver in the slot of the transmitter (2) and pry it open.

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Replace the battery (3) (Lithium disctype CR1620 or equivalent) so its + terminal faces the “+” mark of the transmitter.

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Close the transmitter and install it into the transmitter holder.

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Close the transmitter cover, install and tighten the screw (1).

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Make sure the door locks can be operated with the transmitter.

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Dispose of the used battery properly according to applicable rules or regulations. Do not dispose of lithium batteries with ordinary household trash.

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To replace the battery for the remote controller of the keyless start system

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Insert a flat blade screw driver covered with a soft cloth in the slit of the remote controller and pry it open.

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Replace the battery (1) (Lithium disc type CR2032 or equivalent) so its + terminal faces the bottom of the case as shown in the illustration.

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Close the remote controller firmly.

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Make sure the door locks can be operated with the remote controller.

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Dispose of the used battery properly according to applicable rules or regulations. Do not dispose of lithium batteries with ordinary household trash.

WARNING

Swallowing a lithium battery

may cause serious internal injury. Do not allow anyone to swallow a lithium battery. Keep lithium batteries away from children and pets. If swallowed, contact physician immediately.

IMPORTANT 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.

IMPORTANT The transmitter/ remote controller is a sensitive electronic instrument. To avoid damaging it, do not expose it to dust or moisture or tamper with internal parts.

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Child-Proof Locks (rear side door)

As illustrated, a child-proof lock is provided for both rear doors. When the lock lever is in position (1), the child-proof lock is locked, and when in position (2), the childproof lock is unlocked. When the childproof lock is in the locked position, the rear door cannot be opened from the inside even if the inside door lock is unlocked but can be opened from the outside.

WARNING

Be sure to place the child-

proof lock in the locked position whenever children are seated in the rear.

WARNING

After engaging the child lock

on both rear doors, check for proper engagement by trying to open a rear door with the internal handle.

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WARNING

Always make sure that the

rear door is closed and latched securely. Completely closing the rear door helps prevent occupants from being thrown from the vehicle in the event of an accident. Completely closing it also helps keep exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.

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Rear door

1) Rear door unlatch switch

You can lock and unlock the rear door by using the key in the driver’s door lock.

To open the rear door, push and hold the rear door unlatch switch (1) and lift the rear door.

NOTE When the rear door is closed incompletely, follow the procedure below:

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Push the rear door unlatch switch (1) and open the rear door a little.

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After a few seconds, close the rear door.

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Make sure that the rear door is closed completely.

If you can not unlatch the rear door by pushing the unlatch switch (1) due to a discharged battery or malfunction, follow the procedures below to unlatch the rear door from inside the vehicle.

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Fold the rear seat forward for easier access. Refer to “Folding Rear Seats” section for details on how to fold the rear seat forward.

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Push open the rear door from inside by pushing up on the emergency lever (2) using a flat blade screw driver or the jack handle. The rear door will be latched again by closing the rear door simply.

If the rear door can not be unlatched, have the vehicle inspected by your Fiat Dealership.

WARNING

To avoid injury, do not use your finger to push the

emergency lever. Make sure there is not anyone near

the rear door when pushing open the rear door from inside the vehicle.

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WINDOWS

MANUAL WINDOW CONTROL (if equipped)

Raise or lower the door windows by turning the handle located on the door panel.

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Driver’s side (type A)

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ELECTRIC WINDOW CONTROLS (if equipped)

The electric windows can only be operated when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.

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Driver’s side (type B)

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Driver’s side

The driver’s door has a switch (1) to operate the driver’s window, and a switch (2) to operate the front passenger’s window or there are switches (4), (5), to operate the rear left and right passenger windows, respectively.

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Passenger’s door

The passenger’s door has a switch (3) to operate the passenger’s window.

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To open a window, push the top part of the switch and to close the window lift up the top part of the switch.

The driver’s window has an “auto-down” feature for added convenience (at toll booths or drive-through restaurants, for example). This means you can open the window without holding the window switch in the “Down” position. Press the driver’s window switch completely down and release it. To stop the window before it reaches the bottom, pull the switch up briefly.

Lock switch (type A)

Lock switch (type B)

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The driver’s door also has a lock switch for the passenger’s window (s). When you push in the lock switch, the passenger’s window (s) can not be raised or lowered by operating any of the switches (2), (3), (4) or (5). To restore normal operation, release the lock switch by pushing again.

WARNING

You should always lock the

passenger’s window operation when there are children in the vehicle. Children can be seriously injured if they get part of their body caught by the window during operation.

To avoid injuring an occupant by window entrapment, be sure no part of the occupant’s body such as hands or head is in the path of the electric windows when closing them.

Always remove the ignition key when leaving the vehicle even if a short time. Also do not leave children alone in a parked vehicle. Unattended children could use the electric window switches and get trapped by the window.

NOTE The rear side door windows are not designed to open fully. They can be opened about 2/3 of the way down.

MIRRORS

INSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR

You can adjust the inside rearview mirror by hand so as to see the rear of your vehicle in the mirror. To adjust the mirror, set the selector tab (1) to the day position, then move the mirror up, down or sideways by hand to obtain the best view.

When driving at night, you can move the selector tab to the night position to reduce glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you.

WARNING

Always adjust the mirror with the selector set to the

day position.

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Day driving

(1)

Night driving

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WARNING

Only use the night position

if it is necessary to reduce glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you. Be aware that in this position you may not be able to see some objects that could be seen in the day position.

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OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRRORS

Adjust the outside rearview mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle in the mirrors.

WARNING

Be careful when judging the

size or distance of a vehicle or other object seen in the side convex mirror. Be aware that objects look smaller and appear farther away than when seen in a flat mirror.

SEAT ADJUSTMENT

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(3)

(1)

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(4)

WARNING

Only make adjustments when the vehicle is stationary.

WARNING

To avoid excessive seat belt

slack, which reduces the effectiveness of the seat belts as a safety device, make sure that the seats are adjusted before the seat belts are fastened.

ELECTRIC MIRRORS (if equipped)

The switch to control the electric mirrors is located on the driver’s door panel. You can adjust the mirrors when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

To adjust the mirrors:

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Move the selector switch to the left or right to select the mirror you wish to adjust.

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Press the outer part of the switch that corresponds to the direction in which you wish to move the mirror.

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Return the selector switch to the center position to help prevent unintended adjustment.

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WARNING

Check that the seat is firmly

locked in the runners by trying to move it back and forth. Failure to lock the seat in place could result in the seat moving suddenly and the driver losing control of the vehicle.

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The adjustment lever for each front seat is located under the front of the seat. To adjust the seat position, pull up on the adjustment lever and slide the seat forward or rearward.

After adjustment, try to move the seat forward and rearward to ensure that it is securely latched.

If the driver’s seat is equipped with a seat height adjuster lever on the outboard side of the seat, raise or lower the seat by pulling up or down the adjuster lever.

ADJUSTING SEATBACKSADJUSTING SEAT POSITION

WARNING

All seatbacks should always

be in an upright position when driving, or seat belt effectiveness may be reduced. Seat belts are designed to offer maximum protection when seatbacks are in the upright position.

To adjust the seatback angle of front seats, pull up the lever on the outboard side of the seat, move the seatback to the desired position, and release the lever to lock the seatback in place.

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