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We recommend you carefully read the following important information. In an

emergency we recommend that you call the toll-free number found on the Warranty

Booklet. You can also connect to the site www.fiat500.com to search for the

nearest Fiat Dealership.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PERSONAL SAFETY

1. IGNITION • Never remove the key from the ignition while the vehicle is in

motion. The steering wheel will lock as soon as it is turned. This holds

true for vehicles being towed as well.

•Aftermarket operations that involve tampering with the steering system or

steering column are strictly prohibited (e.g., car alarm installation) as

they could not only impact system performance, but also cause a warranty

claim to be refused. These operations could also cause serious safety

problems, as well as causing the vehicle to cease to comply with current

regulations.

2. ADJUSTMENT • Any and all adjustments to seats, headrests, steering-wheel or

rear-view mirrors must be performed exclusively with the vehicle

stationary and the engine off.

3. SEATS • After releasing the adjusting lever, always ensure that the seat

has locked into place by attempting to slide it forward and backward. If

the seat is not locked into place, it may unexpectedly slide and cause the

driver to lose control of the vehicle.

•Headrests must be adjusted so that the seat occupant’s head, rather than

neck, rests against the cushion. Only when they are adjusted in this

manner can they serve their intended purpose. To take best advantage of

the protection provided by the headrest, adjust the seat back so that you

are sitting up straight and your head is as close to the headrest as

possible.

4. REAR-VIEW MIRRORS • Because the rear-view mirrors are curved, they slightly

alter the driver’s distance perception. When driving, these mirrors must

always be in the “open” position.

5. DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (D.R.L.) • Daytime running lights are an alternative

to low beam headlights during daytime driving when use of lights is

mandatory, or when their use is allowed but not mandatory.

•Daytime running lights cannot be used in place of low beam headlights

when driving through tunnels or at night. The use of daytime running

lights is governed by the highway code for the country in which you are

driving. Please comply with the laws stipulated in the relevant code for

your country.

6. FUEL BLOCK SYSTEM • After an impact, if you smell petrol or notice leaks

from the fuel supply system, do not attempt to re-start the vehicle in

order to avoid fire.

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7. INTERIOR EQUIPMENT • The cigar lighter plug may reach extremely high

temperatures. Handle it with caution and do not allow it to be used by

children to avoid the risk of fire or burns. Always check that the cigar

lighter plug has been released.

•Do not travel with the glove compartments open: they may injure your

passenger in case of an accident.

8. SUNROOF – SOFT TOP – ELECTRIC WINDOWS • When you leave the vehicle, always

remove the key from the ignition to avoid the sunroof or soft top and/or

power windows from being inadvertently activated, as this could present a

danger for the passengers remaining in the vehicle. Improper use of the

sunroof, soft top and/or power windows may also be dangerous for you and

your passengers. Before and during activation of these devices, always

check to make sure your passengers will not be injured either directly by

the moving sunroof or soft top and/or power windows or by personal items

moved or impacted by the devices.

9. SOFT TOP • Keep hands away from the top lever system when opening or

closing the top, or when the top is stopped but not fully opened or

closed. This may damage the top or cause injury. - Keep children away from

the area in which the top is folding during opening or closing operations.

10. DOORS • Before opening any doors, make sure that it is safe to do so. Only

open doors when the vehicle is stopped.

11. BOOT • Never exceed the maximum allowed loads when using the boot. See the

chapter entitled "Technical Specifications" in the Owner’s Manual. Also

make sure that the objects you place in the boot have been properly

secured, to avoid them from being thrown forward consequent to sudden

braking and injuring your passengers.

•Do not drive with the tailgate open as exhaust fumes may enter the

vehicle.

•If you are travelling in an area with limited opportunities for vehicle

refueling and you wish to bring petrol with you in a petrol can, you must

do so in compliance with current regulations and using an approved and

appropriately secured can. However, by doing so, you increase the risk of

fire in case of an accident with your vehicle.

•Be careful not to hit object on the storage shelf when you open the boot

tailgate.

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12. BONNET • Incorrectly inserting the support rod in the slot on the bonnet

may cause the bonnet to slam shut. Perform this operation only when the

vehicle is stationary.

•Before opening the bonnet, make sure that windscreen wiper arm is not

raised, but is rather positioned against the windscreen.

•Be careful working inside engine compartment when the engine is hot to

avoid burning yourself.

•Do not place your hands near the engine fan as it may be activated even

when the switch is disabled. Wait until the engine has cooled.

•Be very careful not to allow scarves, neckties and other loose articles

of clothing from touching, even accidentally, any moving parts. This may

cause the clothing to be pulled into the part, resulting in serious injury

to the wearer. For safety reasons, the bonnet must always be securely

closed when the vehicle is in motion. Therefore, always check that the

bonnet has been correctly closed and that the lock has been engaged. If

you notice when driving that the bonnet has not been properly locked, stop

immediately and close the bonnet correctly.

13. LUGGAGE / SKI RACK • The size of the loads you transport must strictly

comply with currently applicable regulations.

•After travelling for a few kilometers, check to ensure that the mounting

screws on the brackets are secure.

14. ABS SYSTEM – ESP SYSTEM • When the ABS system is activated and the brake

pedal pulses, do not release the pressure of your foot on the pedal. By

maintaining the pedal fully depressed, you will stop your vehicle in the

shortest distance possible, according to road conditions.

•If the ABS system is activated, this indicates that the traction of the

tires on the road is nearing its limit. You must slow down to a speed

compatible with the available wheel traction. The ABS system optimizes

traction, but cannot increase it. Consequently, use caution when driving

on slippery roads and do not take any unnecessary risks.

•In case the warning lamp

illuminates on the instrument panel,

together with a message on the multifunctional display (for versions/

markets, where available), stop the car immediately and contact your Fiat

Service Center. Any loss of fluid will affect the brake system

functionality, both conventional and ant-lock wheels.

•ESP performance features must not induce the driver to take unnecessary

or unfounded risks. Driving style must always be adapted to road

conditions, visibility and traffic. The driver is, in any case,

responsible for safe driving.

•The ESP functions even when the spare tire is being used. Please

remember that the spare tire is smaller than a standard tire and

consequently, provides less traction compared to the vehicle’s other

tires.

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•For the ESP and ASR systems to function correctly, all four tires must,

above all, be the type, brand and size recommended by the automobile

manufacturer, be all the same brand and type, and must be in excellent

condition.

15. DUALDRIVE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING SYSTEM • Aftermarket operations that

involve tampering with the steering system or steering column are strictly

prohibited (e.g., car alarm installation) as they could not only impact

system performance, but also cause a warranty claim to be refused. These

operations could also cause serious safety problems, as well as causing

the vehicle to cease to comply with current regulations.

•Before performing any maintenance operations, always turn off the engine

and remove the key from the ignition to lock the steering column,

especially when the vehicle’s wheels are not touching the ground. If this

is not possible (the key must be in the MAR position or the engine must be

running), remove the main protective fuse for the electric steering power

system.

16. PARKING SENSORS • The driver is always responsible for making parking and

other dangerous maneuvers. When making these manoeuvres, always make sure

that no people (especially children) or animals are present in your

maneuvering space. The parking sensors serve to assist the driver, but

must never allow his or her attention to lapse during potentially

dangerous manoeuvres, even those executed at low speeds.

17. START & STOP SYSTEM • Please visit your Fiat Dealership if you wish to

replace your battery. The replacement battery should be of the same type

(HEAVY DUTY) and should have the same characteristics.

•Before opening the hood, make sure that the vehicle has been turned off

and that the key is in the STOP position. Please follow the instructions

on the decal near the front crossmember. We recommend that you remove the

key from the ignition if other people remain in the vehicle. Only leave

the vehicle after the key has been removed from the ignition or after

having turned it to the STOP position. When refueling, make sure that the

vehicle has been turned off and that the key is in the STOP position.

•In case of automatic shutdown on vehicles equipped with a Dualogic

gearbox, it is recommended to restart the engine by moving the shifter

into the +/- position without releasing the brake pedal. For equipped with

Hill-holder, and stopped on a grade, you do not have automatic shutdown.

•If you wish to run the air conditioning system, you may deactivate the

Start system to allow continuous operation of the air conditioning system.

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18. REFUELING • Keep open flames or lit cigarettes away from the fuel inlet

port to avoid the risk of fire. Also, keep your face away from this fuel

inlet to avoid inhaling harmful fumes.

•Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic converter becomes quite

hot. Therefore, do not park your vehicle on flammable materials. (grass,

dry leaves, pine needles etc.) to avoid the risk of fire.

19. SAFETY BELTS – PRETENSIONERS • Do not press the seat belt release button

while the vehicle is moving.

•Remember that after a violent impact, front-seat passengers who are not

wearing their seat belts not only expose themselves to significant risk

for injury, but also represent a danger to passengers occupying the rear

seats.

•The pretensioner may be used only once. After it has been activated,

please contact your Fiat Dealership to have it replaced. For the device

expiration date, see the plate on the panel near the door. Please contact

your Fiat Dealership as this date approaches to have the device replaced.

•For maximum protection, keep the seat back in an upright position, rest

your back against the seat back and keep the safety belt snugly fastened

against your chest and hips. Always fasten the safety belts for both the

front and rear seats.

•Travelling without using safety belts significantly increases your risk

for serious injury or death in the event of an accident.

•Removing or otherwise tampering with safety belt and pretensioner

components is strictly prohibited. Any operations on these components must

be performed by qualified and authorised technicians. Always contact your

Fiat Dealership for any such operations. If the belt has been sharply

pulled, for example, as the result of an accident, the safety belt, as

well as the anchoring devices, the anchoring device mounting screws and

the pretensioner must all be replaced. Even if the belt does not present

any exterior signs of wear or damage, it may have lost its restraining

properties.

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20. CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY - SERIOUS DANGER: when the passenger-side front

airbag is activated, do not install a backward-facing car seat in the

front seat. If the airbag is deployed in the event of an accident, the

child carried in the car seat risks serious injury or death. We recommend

always transporting children in the rear seat, as this position is most

protected during impact. However, children's car seats should never be

installed in a front seat with a passenger-side airbag. If the airbag is

deployed, the child in the car seat could be killed, regardless of the

intensity of the impact. If necessary, children may be carried in car

seats installed in the front seat of the vehicles that feature a

deactivation option for the passenger-side frontal airbag. In this case,

you must ensure that the appropriate indicator on the instrument panel

confirms that the airbag has been deactivated (see ""Passenger-side front

airbag" "in the "front airbags"" section "of the Owner's Manual). The

passenger seat must also be slid back as far as possible in order to avoid

the car seat from coming into contact with the dashboard.

•Install the car seat according to the instructions, which are mandatorily

included with this type of restraint system.

•Car seats for weight groups 0 and 1 feature an anchor in front of the

vehicle safety belts as well as its own belts to restrain the child. Due

to the weight of the car seat, incorrect installation may be dangerous

(e.g., if attached using the vehicle's safety belts with a cushion placed

between the two). Please strictly follow the installation instructions

provided.

•If passenger-side airbag is present, do not install a car seat in the

front passenger seat, as children should never ride in the front seat.

21. ISOFIX CHILD RESTRAINT ASSEMBLY • Only attempt to install the car seat when

the vehicle is stationary. The car seat has been correctly attached to the

metal rings when a "click" is heard after fastening. Please refer to

instruction manual for installing, removing and positioning the car seat

that is obligatory provided by the car seat manufacturer.

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22. AIRBAGS • Do not affix stickers or other objects to the steering wheel, on

the dashboard, in the area in which the passenger-side airbag is located,

on the side seat cover toward the car roof or on the seats. Do not place

objects on the passenger side of the dashboard (e.g., mobile phones) as

they could interfere with correct passenger-side airbag deployment and, in

addition, seriously injure the occupants of the vehicle.

• SERIOUS DANGER: when the passenger-side airbag is activated, do not

install a backward-facing cradle car seat in the front seat. If the airbag

is deployed in the event of an accident, the child carried in the car seat

risks serious injury or death. When a child must be carried in a car seat

installed in the front seat, always deactivate the passenger-side airbag.

The passenger seat must also be slid back as far as possible in order to

avoid the car seat from coming into contact with the dashboard. Though not

required by law, we recommend that you reactivate this airbag as soon as

the child no longer needs to be transported in the vehicle's front seat.

•Do not rest you head, arms or elbows on the door, windowsill, and in the

area in which the windowbag is located to avoid possible injury during

airbag deployment.

•Never extend your head, arms or elbows out the window.

•If the indicator

does not come on when the key is turned to the MAR

position or if it remains lit while driving, there may be a problem with

the airbag restraint system. In this case, the airbags or pretensioners

may not be activated in the event of an accident or, in a more limited

number of cases, may be activated when not necessary. Contact your Fiat

Dealership immediately to have this system checked.

•Do not use seatcovers on front seats featuring side airbags.

•Do not travel with objects in your lap, in front of your chest or held in

your mouth (e.g., pipe, pencil etc.). In the event of an accident, when

the airbags is deployed you may be seriously injured.

•Always drive with both hands on the steering wheel so that, if the

airbags must be deployed, they may do so freely. Do not drive bent over

the steering wheel, but rather sit upright with your back firmly resting

against the seat back.

•If your vehicle has been subject to theft, attempted theft, vandalism, or

flooding, see your Fiat Dealership to have the airbag system inspected.

•The airbags may also be deployed when the vehicle is not moving, if the

key is in the ignition and turned to MAR or when the engine is off, if the

vehicle is hit by another moving vehicle. Therefore, even when the vehicle

is not moving, children should not be carried in the front seat. Note that

if the key is in the ignition and in the STOP position and no safety

devices (airbags or pretensioners) are activated upon impact, failure of

these devices to be activated must not be considered a system malfunction.

•When you turn the key in the ignition to the MAR position,

the indicator comes on and flashes for a few seconds. This indicates

that the passenger-side airbag will be deployed in the event of an

accident. The indicator light should then switch off.

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•Do not wash the seats using pressurized jets of water or stems (by hand or

at automatic car washes).

•The front airbag is designed to be deployed for impacts of a greater

intensity than for the pretensioners. For impacts whose intensity falls

between the two levels, normally, only the pretensioners will be activated.

•Do not affix rigid objects to the garment hooks or support handles.

•Airbags are not a replacement for, but rather complementary to safety

belts. Additionally, because front airbags are not deployed for low-speed

crashes, side collisions, rear and collisions or rollovers, in these cases,

vehicle occupants are protected only by their safety belts, which must

always be fastened.

23. STARTING THE ENGINE • Running the engine in closed spaces is dangerous. The

engine takes in oxygen and releases carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and

other toxic gases.

•Power steering and the power braking system are not activated until the

engine has been started. Significantly greater force must be exerted on

the brake pedal and on the steering wheel to operate them.

•For vehicles featuring a Dualogic gearbox, if the engine is not started

with a gear engaged, a warning is sounded to notify the driver of the

potential danger due to the gear being automatically put into neutral.

•Starting the vehicle using the backup battery must be preformed by

trained technicians, as incorrect operations may cause high-intensity

electrical shocks. In addition, the fluid contained in the battery is

caustic and corrosive. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep open flames

and lit cigarettes away from the battery and do not use objects that might

create sparks.

24. HAND BRAKE • Your vehicle should be securely held after a few clicks of the

brake lever. If this is not the case, please visit your Fiat Dealership to

have the brake adjusted.

25. USING THE MANUAL TRANSMISSION • To correctly change gear, the clutch pedal

must be fully depressed. Therefore, the floor area underneath the clutch

pedal must not be obstructed in any way. Ensure that the floor mat is

always laid flat and does not interfere with use of the pedals.

26. TOW HITCH • The ABS system that this vehicle features does not control the

towing braking system. You must therefore be particularly careful when

towing on slippery roads.

•Do not, under any circumstances, modify the vehicle's braking system to

control the towing breaking system. The towing breaking system must be

completely independent of the vehicle's hydraulic system.

27. SNOW TIRES • The maximum allowable speed for "Q" snow tires must not exceed

160 km/h, and must not violate the currently applicable highway code.

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28. WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES • If the warning light

comes on during

driving (together with a message that appears on the display for some

versions), stop immediately and contact your Fiat Dealership.

•If the indicator

does not come on when the key is turned to the MAR

position or if it remains lit while driving, there may be a problem with

the airbag restraint system. In this case, the airbags or pretensioners

may not be activated in the event of an accident or, in a more limited

number of cases, may be activated when not necessary. Contact your Fiat

Dealership immediately to have this system checked.

•A problem with the indicator

light flashing for over 4 seconds

front airbag deactivated.

•The warning light

light . This condition is indicated by the warning light flashing

intermittently, even after the 4 seconds it is usually lit. In this

case, the warning light may not indicates a possible problem with the

(light off) is indicated by the warning

, which means that the passenger-side

also indicates possible problems with the indicator

airbag restraint system. Contact your Fiat Dealership immediately to have

this system checked.

•If the warning light

comes on during driving (together with a message

that appears on the display for some versions), stop immediately and

contact your Fiat Dealership.

•When the warning light

is flashing, the engine oil must be changed as

soon as possible, and never more than 500 Km after the first time the

warning light comes on. Failure to follow the abovementioned instructions

may seriously damage the engine and may cause a warranty claim to be

refused. Remember that this warning light may come on regardless of the

quantity of oil in the engine. Therefore, if this light is flashing, this

by no means indicates that you should add more oil to the reservoir.

•Vehicle travel speed should always be adapted to the traffic and weather

conditions, and must always comply with traffic regulations. You may turn

the engine when the DPF indicator is lit. However, repeated interruption

of the regeneration process may prematurely deteriorate the engine oil.

For this reason, we recommend that you wait until the indicator turns off

and follow the instructions provided above before turning off the engine.

Do not complete the DPF regeneration process when the vehicle is stopped.

29. CHANGING A TIRE • The spare tire provided (for versions/markets where this

is available) is specific to this vehicle; do not use it on other models,

and do not use other spare tires from other vehicles on this vehicle.

•The spare tire must only be used in the event of an emergency. It must be

used for the minimum distance required and at a maximum speed of 80 km/h.

The spare tire features an orange label that summarises warnings and

limitations for using the tire.

•This label must not be removed or covered. Do not fit a hubcap on the

spare tire under any circumstances. The label provides the following

warnings in four languages: WARNING! For temporary use only! 80 km/h max!

Replace with a standard tire as soon as possible. Do not cover this label.

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•Replacing the type of wheels used (alloy rims rather than steel rims)

involves replacing all mounting bolts with appropriately-sized bolts.

•Indicate that your vehicle is stopped using currently applicable measures:

hazard lights, reflective triangle etc. The vehicle's occupants should exit

the vehicle, especially if it has been heavily loaded, and should wait in an

area safe from traffic until the tire has been replaced. On hills or uneven

roads, use chocks or appropriate objects to block the wheels of the vehicle.

•The vehicle's driving characteristics will be modified with the spare tire

fitted. Avoid sudden starting or stopping, sharp or fast turns. The spare

tire may be used for a distance of 3000 km, after which, it must be replaced

with another tire of the same type. Never install a standard tire on a rim

that is designed for use with a spare tire. Have the tire repaired and

refitted as soon as possible. Do not use more than one spare tire on the

vehicle at a given time. Do not grease the bolt threads before fitting. The

bolts may come loose.

•The jack provided is only intended to be used for replacing tires on the

vehicle with which it is supplied, or on same-model vehicles. It must not be

used, for example, to jack other vehicle models. Never use it for repair

operations under the vehicle. Incorrectly positioning the jack may cause the

vehicle to fall. Do not use the jack to lift loads heavier than that

indicated on the label affixed to the jack. Snow chains may not be fitted on

the spare tire. If a front wheel (drive wheel) has been punctured and you

must use the snow chains, remove a standard wheel from the rear axle and

replace the damaged wheel with this wheel. By thus having two standard front

wheels, you may fit the snow chains on the front wheels in the emergency

situation.

•Incorrectly fitting the hubcap may cause it to fall off when the vehicle is

in motion. Never tamper with the inflating valve. Do not insert any type of

utensil between the wheel rim and the tire. Regularly check the tire

pressures for the standard wheels and the spare tire, and compare them to

the values provided in the chapter entitled "Technical Specifications" in

the Owner's Manual.

30. FIX & GO QUICK TIRE REPAIR KIT • Give the instructions brochure to the

technicians who will be handling the tire that was repaired using the

quick repair kit.

•Punctures on the sides of the tire may not be repaired. Do not attempt to

use the quick repair kit if the tire was damaged as a result of being used

when underinflated.

•If the wheel rim has been damaged (bent so as to cause air to leak), the

wheel may not be repaired. Do not remove any foreign bodies (screws or

nails) that have penetrated the tire. Do not use the compressor for more

than 20 consecutive minutes as it may overheat. Use of the quick repair

kit is not appropriate for performing lasting repairs. Consequently, tires

repaired using the kit must only be used temporarily.

•The can provided contains glycol. It also contains latex and may cause an

allergic reaction. Do not ingest. Eye irritant. Avoid inhalation and

contact. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. If contact occurs,

immediately rinse thoroughly with water. If ingested, do not induce

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vomiting. Rinse out your mouth, drink large quantities of water and seek

immediate medical attention. Keep out of the reach of children. The product

must never be used by persons with asthma. Do not inhale the fumes released

during fitting or filling operations. If an allergic reaction occurs, seek

immediate medical attention. Store the canister in the appropriate storage

area, away from heat sources. The sealing fluid has an expiration date.

•Use the pair of protective gloves provided in the quick tire repair kit.

Affix the label indicating the 80 km/h speed limit in a place that is

clearly visible to the driver. This will indicate that the tire has been

treated using the quick tire repair kit. Drive carefully, especially in

curves. Do not exceed 80 km/h. Avoid sudden acceleration or braking.

•If pressure has dropped to below 1.8 bar, do not continue to drive: the Fix

& Go automatic quick tire repair kit cannot provide adequate traction, as

the tire is too damaged. Always contact your Fiat Dealership for any such

operations.

•Always indicate that the tire was repaired using the Fix & Go quick tire

repair kit. Give the instructions brochure to the technicians who will be

handling the tire that was repaired using the quick repair kit.

31. REPLACING BULBS • Modifying or repairing the electrical system incorrectly

or without considering system technical specifications may cause incorrect

operation and present a risk of fire.

•Halogen bulbs contain pressurised gas. Glass shards may be projected if a

bulb breaks.

•Due to the high supply voltage, Xenon gas-discharge bulbs must only be

replaced by a trained technician: Danger! Always contact your Fiat

Dealership to perform this type of operation.

32. REPLACING FUSES • If a fuse blows, contact your Fiat Dealership.

•Never replace a blown fuse with metal wiring or other materials.

• Never replace a fuse with another fuse with higher amperage under any

circumstances. RISK OF FIRE.

•Please contact your Fiat Dealership if a general circuit breaker trips

(MEGA-FUSE, MIDI-FUSE, MAXI-FUSE).

•Before replacing a fuse, make sure that you have removed the key from the

ignition and have turned off and/or deactivated all consumers.

•If a circuit breaker for the safety system (airbag system, breaking

system), power system (engine system, transmission system) or drive system

trips, please contact your Fiat Dealership.

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33. RECHARGING THE BATTERY • The fluid contained in the battery is caustic and

corrosive. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. The battery must be recharged

in a well-ventilated area and away from open flames and objects that might

create sparks, in order to avoid explosion or fire.

•Do not attempt to recharge a frozen battery. The battery must first be

defrosted, otherwise it may explode. If the battery has frozen, it must be

inspected by a specialised technician before being recharged to ensure

that its internal components have not been damaged and that the battery

housing is not cracked, as this could lead to caustic and corrosive

battery acid being leaked.

34. TOWING THE VEHICLE • Before towing the vehicle, turn the key to the MAR

position, and subsequently to the STOP position, but do not remove it.

Removing the key automatically locks the electric power steering system,

and the wheel may not be turned.

•Remember that the power braking system and the electric power steering

system are not available during towing operations. Significantly greater

force must be exerted on the brake pedal and on the steering wheel to

operate them. Do not use flexible cables when towing and avoid jerky

movements. During towing, make sure that the trailer hitch does not damage

any components it is touching. When towing the vehicle, you must comply

with all specific traffic regulations and adopt an appropriate driving

behaviour.

•Do not start the engine while towing the vehicle.

35. MAINTENANCE – CHECKING FLUID LEVELS • Never smoke when performing

operations in the engine compartment. Flammable gases and fumes may be

present and risk igniting.

•Be very careful when working inside engine compartment when the engine is

hot to avoid burning yourself. Remember that when the engine is hot, the

fan may be activated. Risk for injury. Be careful when wearing scarves,

neckties and other loose articles of clothing as they may be pulling into

moving parts.

•The cooling system is pressurized. Only replace the plug with an original

replacement part. Otherwise, system efficiency may be impacted. Do not

remove the tank cap when the engine is hot to avoid burning yourself.

•Do not travel with the windscreen washer fluid reservoir empty as the

windscreen wipers are essential to improving visibility.

•Some commercial washer fluid additives are flammable. The engine

compartment contains hot components. A fire may be set off if these fluids

come into contact with hot parts.

•Brake fluid is poisonous and highly corrosive. If contact accidentally

occurs, immediately wash the affected areas with water and a neutral

detergent, and then rinse thoroughly with water. If ingested, seek

immediate medical attention.

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•The symbol , on the brake fluid container indicates if a brake fluid is

synthetic or mineral-based. Using mineral-based brake fluid may irreparably

damage the rubber seals in the braking system. In addition, the fluid

contained in the battery is caustic and corrosive. Avoid contact with skin

and eyes. Keep open flames away from the battery and do not use objects that

might create sparks. Risk of explosion and fire. Using the battery with

insufficient battery fluid may irreparably damage the battery and may cause

an explosion.

•If the vehicle will be unused for an extended period of time in extremely

cold weather conditions, remove the battery and store it is a heated area to

avoid it freezing.

•Always wear appropriate goggles when working on or near the battery.

36. WHEELS AND TIRES • Remember that the traction provided by your tires also

depends on them being inflated to the correct pressure.

•If tire pressure is too low, the tire may overheat and be severely

damaged as a result.

•Do not switch tires from the right-hand side of the vehicle to the

left-hand side, and vice versa.

•Do not re-coat alloy wheel rims, as this operation uses temperatures

above 150°C. The mechanical characteristics of the wheels may be impacted.

•If after-sale tires with rim protectors are used and the car has integral

caps fixed (by springs) to the sheet wheel, DO NOT fit wheel caps. The use

of unsuitable tires and wheel caps could cause a sudden pressure loss of

the tire.

37. MAINTENANCE – WINDSCREEN WIPERS • Driving with worn windscreen wiper blades

may be exceedingly dangerous, as visibility in poor weather conditions may

be reduced.

38. MAINTENANCE – VEHICLE INTERIOR • Never use flammable products such as

petroleum ether or rectified benzene to clean the vehicle interior. The

electrostatic charge created when rubbing these products during cleaning

operations could start a fire.

•Do not store aerosol cans in the vehicle, as they represent a risk for

explosion. Aerosol cans must not be exposed to temperatures above 50°C.

Temperatures may greatly exceed this value inside a closed vehicle exposed

to direct sunlight.

39. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS – SUPPLY SYSTEM • Modifying or repairing the

supply system incorrectly or without considering system technical

specifications may cause incorrect operation and present a risk of fire.

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