Get Safety Guide for Fiat 500 C 2 Door Second Generation (2021-2025)

SAFETY

The chapter that you are about to read

is very important: it describes the

safety systems with which the vehicle is

equipped and provides instructions on

how to use them correctly

ACTIVE SAFETY SYSTEMS ............ 68

DRIVING ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS .. 72

OCCUPANT PROTECTION

SYSTEMS ....................................... 73

SEAT BELTS ................................... 74

SBR SYSTEM (SEAT BELT

REMINDER) .................................... 75

PRE-TENSIONERS ......................... 75

CHILD PROTECTION SYSTEMS..... 77

SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT

SYSTEM (SRS) - AIRBAG................ 89

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The system also improves control and

stability of the car when braking on a

surface where the grip of the left and

right wheels varies, or on corners.

MSR (Motor

ACTIVE SAFETY

SYSTEMS

The vehicle has the following active

safety systems:

Schleppmoment

Regelung) SYSTEM

The MSR system is an integral part of

the ABS, that intervenes, if there is a

sudden change to a lower gear,

restoring torque to the engine, thereby

preventing excessive drive at the drive

wheels which, especially in poor grip

conditions, could lead to a loss in

stability of the vehicle.

System intervention

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System);

EBD (Electronic Brake force

Distribution);

A slight pulsing of the brake pedal and

noise indicates the intervention of the

ABS: this is completely normal when

the system intervenes.

MSR (Motor Schleppmoment

Regelung);

ESC (Electronic Stability Control);

HH (Hill Holder);

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ESC (Electronic Stability

Control) SYSTEM

EBD (Electronic

Brakeforce Distribution)

SYSTEM

ASR (Antislip Regulation);

This is an electronic system that

controls vehicle stability in the event of

tyre grip loss, helping maintain

directional control.

The system is capable of recognising

potentially dangerous situations in

terms of the stability and intervenes

automatically on the brakes in a

differentiated manner for the four

wheels in order to provide a stabilising

torque.

HBA (Hydraulic Brake Assist);

For the operation of the systems, see

the following description.

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 powerful operation of

the braking system.

ABS (Anti-lock Braking

System)

This system, which is an integral part of

the braking system, prevents one or

more wheels from locking and slipping

in any road surface condition,

irrespective of the intensity of the

braking action, ensuring that the car

can be controlled even during

The ESC system switches on

automatically when the engine is

started and cannot be switched off.

emergency braking thus optimising

stopping distances.

System intervention

The system intervenes during braking

when the wheels are about to lock,

typically in emergency braking or

low-grip conditions, when locking may

be more frequent.

This is indicated by the flashing of the

warning light

on the instrument

panel, to inform the driver that the car is

in critical stability and grip conditions.

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Moving the car on sloping roads

ASR (AntiSlip

Regulation) SYSTEM

For optimal starting on very steep

gradients, as follows:

HH (Hill Holder) SYSTEM

This is an integral part of the ESC

system and automatically operates in

the event of one or both drive wheels

slipping, loss of grip on wet roads

(aquaplaning) and acceleration

on slippery, snowy or icy roads, etc.

Depending on the slipping conditions,

two different control systems are

activated:

This is an integral part of the ESC

system and facilitates starting on

slopes, activating automatically in the

following cases:

Press the brake pedal to activate the

Hill Holder;

completely press the clutch pedal;

engage the gear;

uphill: car stationary on a road with

a gradient higher than 5%, engine

running, brake pressed and gearbox in

neutral or gear (other than reverse)

engaged;

remove your foot from the brake

pedal;

completely press the accelerator

pedal.

if the slipping involves both drive

wheels, the ASR system intervenes,

reducing the power transmitted by the

engine;

In this manner, the engine goes to the

optimal rpm for taking off uphill. The Hill

Holder remains engaged (car braked)

until the clutch is gradually released

(holding the accelerator pedal pressed):

at this point, the system switches off

and the car starts moving. The Hill

Holder function switches off

downhill: car stationary on a road

with a gradient higher than 5%, engine

running, brake pressed and reverse

gear engaged.

When setting off, the ESC system

control unit maintains the braking

pressure on the wheels until the engine

torque necessary for starting is

reached, or in any case for a maximum

of 2 seconds, allowing your right foot

to be moved easily from the brake

pedal to the accelerator.

When the 2 seconds have elapsed,

without starting, the system is

automatically deactivated, gradually

releasing the braking pressure.

During this release stage, the typical

mechanical brake release noise can be

heard, indicating that the car is about

to move.

if the slipping only involves one of

the drive wheels, it also intervenes

automatically, braking the wheel that is

slipping.

System intervention

automatically if the cars does not

take-off within 2 seconds.

This is indicated by the flashing of the

warning light on the instrument panel,

to inform the driver that the car is in

critical stability and grip conditions.

The manoeuvre makes it possible to

avoid pressing the accelerator (because

it must remain fully pressed during the

manoeuvre) and to operate only the

clutch, by gradually releasing it.

Operating the handbrake is not

necessary.

On less steep gradients, the system is

active also with the accelerator pedal

not completely pressed.

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Manual engagement/release

HBA (Hydraulic Brake

Assist) SYSTEM

WARNING

The ASR comes on automatically

whenever the engine is started. While

driving, the ASR can be turned off

and then on again by pressing

the button A fig. 50 (ASR OFF). When

the system is not active, the LED on the

same button turns on and, on some

versions, a message appears on the

display.

It is an integral part of the ESC system.

The HBA system is designed to

improve the car’s braking capacity

during emergency braking.

The system detects an emergency

braking by monitoring the speed and

strength with which the brake pedal

is pressed, thereby applying the optimal

brake pressure. This can reduce the

braking distance: the HBA system

therefore completes the ABS.

49) When the ABS intervenes and you feel

the brake pedal pulsating, do not reduce

the pressure, but hold it down firmly and

confidently; in doing so you will brake

in the shortest distance possible,

depending on the current road conditions.

50) To obtain the maximum efficiency of

the braking system, a bedding-in period of

about 500 km is needed: during this period

it is better to avoid sharp, repeated and

prolonged braking.

If the ASR is disengaged during driving,

this is automatically reactivated at the

following car starting.

Maximum assistance of the HBA

system is obtained pressing the brake

pedal very quickly; in addition, the

brake pedal should be pressed

continuously during braking, avoiding

intermittent presses, to obtain benefits

from the system.

Do not reduce pressure on the brake

pedal until braking is no longer

necessary.

51) If the ABS system intervenes, this

indicates that the traction of the tyres on

the road is about to reach its limit. You

must slow down to a speed compatible

with the available traction.

When travelling on snowy roads with

snow chains, it may be helpful to turn

the ASR off: in fact, in these conditions,

the driving wheels skidding when

moving off gives you better traction.

52) The ABS cannot overrule the natural

laws of physics, and cannot increase

the grip available according to the

condition of the road.

53) The ABS cannot prevent accidents,

including those due to excessive speed on

corners, driving on low-grip surfaces or

aquaplaning.

The HBA system is deactivated when

the brake pedal is released.

54) The capability of the ABS must never

be tested irresponsibly and dangerously, in

such a way as to compromise personal

safety and the safety of others.

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55) For the correct operation of the ABS,

the tyres must of necessity be the same

make and type on all wheels, in perfect

condition and, above all, of the prescribed

type and dimensions.

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56) If the space-saver wheel (where

provided) is used, the ABS system keeps

operating. Always remember that the

space-saver wheel, being smaller than the

original wheel, provides less grip.

64) The HH system is not a parking brake,

therefore do not leave the vehicle without

activating the handbrake, switching off

the engine, and engaging first gear, with

the vehicle parked in safe conditions.

71) Do not take unnecessary risks, even if

your vehicle is fitted with an ASR system.

Your driving style must always be suited to

the road conditions, visibility and traffic.

The driver is always responsible for road

safety.

57) The ABS gets the most from the

available grip, but it cannot improve it; you

should therefore take every care when

driving on slippery surfaces and not take

unnecessary risks.

65) There may be situations on small

gradients (less than 8%), with car laden or

a trailer attached to it (where provided),

in which the HH system may not activate,

causing a slight reversing motion and

increasing the risk of collision with another

vehicle or object. The driver is, in any

case, responsible for safe driving.

72) The HBA system cannot increase tyre

grip on the road over the limits imposed by

laws of physics: always drive carefully

according to the conditions of the road

surface.

58) For the correct operation of the ESC

system, the tyres must necessarily be

of the same make and type on all wheels,

in perfect condition and, above all, of

the prescribed type and size.

73) The HBA system cannot prevent

accidents, including those due to excessive

speed on bends, travelling on low-grip

surfaces or aquaplaning.

66) For the correct operation of the ASR

system, it is essential that the tyres are

of the same make and type on all wheels,

in perfect condition and, above all, of

the specified type and dimensions.

59) The ESC functions even when the

space-saver wheel is being used. Always

remember that the space-saver wheel,

being smaller than the original wheel,

provides less grip.

74) The HBA system is an aid for the driver,

who must always pay full attention while

driving. The responsibility always rests with

the driver.

67) If the space-saver wheel (where

provided) is used, the ASR system keeps

operating. Always remember that the

space-saver wheel, being smaller than the

original wheel, provides less grip.

75) The capability of the HBA system must

never be tested irresponsibly and

dangerously in such a way as to

compromise the safety of the driver,

occupants or other road users.

60) ESC performance features must not

induce the driver to take unnecessary

or unfounded risks. Your driving style must

always be suited to the road conditions,

visibility and traffic. The driver is always

responsible for road safety.

68) The ASR cannot overrule the natural

laws of physics, and cannot increase

the grip available according to the

condition of the road.

76) When the HBA system intervenes,

noises may be heard from the system. This

is normal. In any case, while braking keep

the brake pedal firmly depressed.

61) The ESC system cannot alter the

natural laws of physics, and cannot

increase grip, which depends on the

condition of the road.

69) The ASR system cannot prevent

accidents, including those due to excessive

speed on corners, driving on low-grip

surfaces or aquaplaning.

62) The ESC system cannot prevent

accidents, including those due to excessive

speed on corners, driving on low-grip

surfaces or aquaplaning.

70) The capability of the ASR must never

be tested irresponsibly and dangerously, in

such a way as to compromise personal

safety and the safety of others.

63) The capability of the ESC system must

never be tested irresponsibly and

dangerously, in such a way as to

compromise personal safety and the safety

of others.

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when tyres are rotated/inverted;

when the space-saver wheel is

fitted.

DRIVING

ASSISTANCE

SYSTEMS

Before carrying out the RESET

procedure, inflate the tyres to the rated

pressure values specified in the inflation

pressure table (see "Wheels" paragraph

in the "Technical specifications"

chapter).

iTPMS System (indirect

Tyre Pressure

Monitoring System)

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DESCRIPTION

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If the RESET procedure is not carried

The vehicle can be equipped with the

iTPMS (indirect Tyre Pressure

Monitoring System) which monitors the

tyre inflation status thanks to wheel

speed sensors.

To access the iTPMS screens ( fig. 51 -

fig. 52), press the TRIP button.

The fig. 52 screen will be displayed only

if one or more tyres are flat.

out, in all above cases, the

warning

light may give false indications on

one or more tyres.

To carry out the RESET procedure, with

the car stopped and the ignition key

at MAR, use the setup menu (see the

description of the "Display" paragraph).

At the end of the Reset procedure,

the display will show the message

"Reset saved", indicating that

self-learning has started.

Correct tyre pressure (versions with

colour display)

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If the iTPMS self-learning is not

correctly executed, the message is not

displayed.

RESET PROCEDURE

If pressure of all the tyres corresponds

to the correct value, the display shows

the following screen fig. 51.

The iTPMS needs an initial "self-

learning" phase (with length depending

on the driving style and road conditions:

optimal conditions being driving on a

straight road at 80 km/h for at least 20

minutes) which starts when the Reset

procedure is carried out.

OPERATING CONDITIONS

Low tyre pressure

The system is active for speeds above

15 km/h.

The system warns the driver if one or

more tyres are flat by switching on

In a few situations such as sporty

driving, particular conditions of the road

surface (e.g. icy, snowy, unsurfaced

roads...) the signalling may be delayed

or partial in detecting the contemporary

deflation of more than one tyre.

the

warning light on the instrument

panel. Furthermore, the display will

show “KO” beside the tyres fig. 52

along with a warning message.

The Reset procedure must be carried

out:

each time tyre pressure is modified;

when even only one tyre is changed;

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80) The iTPMS cannot indicate sudden tyre

pressure drops (for example when a tyre

bursts). In this case, stop the vehicle,

braking with caution and avoiding abrupt

steering.

Under special conditions (e.g. car

loaded asymmetrically on one side,

damaged or worn tyre, fitting the

space-saver spare wheel, fitting snow

chains, fitting different tyres on the

axles) the system may give false

OCCUPANT

PROTECTION

SYSTEMS

some of the most important safety

equipment of the vehicle comprise the

following protection systems:

81) The system only warns that the tyre

pressure is low: it is not able to inflate

them.

warnings or be temporarily deactivated.

If the system is temporarily deactivated

seat belts;

82) Insufficient tyre inflation increases fuel

consumption, reduces the tread duration

and may affect the capacity to drive safely.

SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) system;

head restraints;

the

warning light flashes for about

75 seconds and then is continuously

on; at the same time, the display shows

a warning message.

This warning is displayed also after the

engine has been switched off and

then on again if the correct operating

conditions are not restored.

child restraint systems;

Front airbags and side bags.

Read the information given the

following pages with the utmost care. It

is of fundamental importance that the

protection systems are used in the

correct way to guarantee the maximum

possible safety level for the driver and

the passengers.

WARNING

For the description of the head restraint

adjustment see the "Head restraints"

paragraph in the "Knowing your

vehicle" chapter.

77) If the system signals a pressure

decrease on one or more tyres, it

is recommended to always check the

pressure on all four tyres.

78) The iTPMS does not relieve the driver

from the obligation to check the tyre

pressure every month; it is not to

be considered a system to replace

maintenance or a safety system.

79) Tyre pressure must be checked with

tyres cold. Should it become necessary for

whatever reason to check pressure with

warm tyres, do not reduce pressure even

though it is higher than the prescribed

value, but repeat the check when tyres are

cold.

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Guide the belt while it is rewinding to

prevent it from twisting. Through the

retractor, the belt automatically adapts

to the body of the passenger wearing it,

allowing freedom of movement.

SEAT BELTS

All vehicle seats are equipped with seat

belts with three anchor points and a

retractor.

The reel mechanism operates locking

the belt in the event of sharp braking or

strong deceleration due to an impact.

This allows the belt strap to slide freely

and to adapt to the body of the

occupant. In the event of an accident,

the belt will lock reducing the risk of

impact inside the passenger

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83) 84)

compartment and of being projected

outside the car.

WARNING

The driver is responsible for respecting,

and ensuring that all the other

occupants of the vehicle also respect,

the local laws in force in relation to

the use of the seat belts.

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83) Never press button C fig. 53 when

The retractor may lock when the car is

parked on a steep slope: this is

perfectly normal. Furthermore, the reel

mechanism locks the belt if it is pulled

sharply or in the event of sudden

braking, collisions and high-speed

bends.

The rear seat is fitted with inertia seat

belts with three anchoring points and a

retractor.

travelling.

84) Remember that in the event of an

accident, the rear seat passengers not

wearing seat belts are exposed to a very

serious risk and also represent a serious

danger for the front seat occupants.

Always fasten the seat belts before

setting off.

USING THE SEAT BELTS

The belt should be worn keeping the

torso straight and rested against the

backrest.

To fasten the seat belts, hold tongue A

fig. 53 and insert it into buckle B, until

it clicks into place.

Wear the rear seat belts as shown in

fig. 54.

On removal, if the belt jams, let it rewind

for a short stretch, then pull it out

again without jerking.

Press the button C fig. 53 to release the

belt.

IMPORTANT When putting the back

seat to its normal position, make sure

the seat belts are positioned so they are

ready to use.

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35)

SBR SYSTEM (Seat

Belt Reminder)

PRE-TENSIONERS

LOAD LIMITERS

The car is equipped with front seat

belts pretensioners, that reduce slack in

the belts in the event of a severe frontal

collision. This guarantees the perfect

adherence of the seat belts to the

occupants' bodies before the

(for versions/markets, where provided)

To increase occupant safety, the

retractors of the safety belts contain a

load limiter to dose the force acting

on the chest and shoulders during the

belt restraining action in the case of

frontal collisions.

The SBR system warns the passengers

of the front and rear (for versions/

markets, where provided) seats if their

seat belt is not fastened.

restraining action begins.

The system warnings unfastened seat

belts with visual warnings (warning

lights on in the instrument panel and

icons on the display) and an acoustic

warning (see the following paragraphs).

NOTE Contact a Fiat Dealership to

deactivate this acoustic warning

permanently. The acoustic warning can

be reactivated at any time through the

display Setup Menu.

It is evident that the pretensioners have

operated when the belt withdraws

towards the retractor. This car is also

equipped with a second pretensioner

(fitted in the kick plate area). Its

activation is signalled by the shortening

of the metal cable.

A slight discharge of smoke may be

produced during the activation of the

pretensioner which is not harmful and

does not involve any fire hazard.

The pretensioner does not require any

maintenance or lubrication: any

changes to its original conditions will

invalidate its efficiency.

GENERAL

INSTRUCTIONS FOR

USING THE SEAT BELTS

88)

Seat belts are also to be worn by

pregnant women: the risk of injury in

the case of impact is greatly reduced

for them and the unborn child if they

are wearing a seat belt.

Pregnant women must position the

lower part of the belt very low down so

that it passes over the pelvis and under

the abdomen (see fig. 55).

While pregnancy increases, the driver

must adjust both seat and steering

wheel to have full control over the

vehicle (pedals and steering wheel

should be easily accessed).

The maximum clearance should be

kept between the abdomen and the

steering wheel.

Seat belts warning light operation

The system warns the driver and the

front passenger if their seat belt is

not fastened, as follows:

flashing warning light and

intermittent acoustic warning for about

100 seconds.

If, due to unusual natural events (floods,

sea storms, etc.), the device has been

affected by water or mud, have it

replaced.

once the cycle has finished, the

warning light remains on constantly until

the seat belts are fastened.

IMPORTANT To obtain the highest

degree of protection from the action of

the pretensioner, wear the seat belt

tight to the chest and pelvis.

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Each seat belt must be used by only

one person. Never travel with a child

sitting on the passenger's lap and

a single belt to protect them both fig.

57. In general, do not place any objects

between the person and the belt.

prevent the retractors from getting

wet: their correct operation is only

guaranteed if water does not get inside

replace the seat belt when it shows

wear or cuts.

WARNING

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85) The pretensioner may be used only

once. Contact a Fiat Dealership to have it

replaced after it has been deployed.

The seat belt strap must not be twisted.

The upper part must pass over the

shoulder and cross the chest

diagonally. The lower part must adhere

to the pelvis rather than the

passenger’s abdomen (as shown in fig.

56) . Never use devices (clips, clamps,

etc.) that hold the seat belt away from

your body.

86) 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 pelvis. Always fasten the

seat belts on both the front and the rear

seats! Travelling without wearing seat belts

will increase the risk of serious injury or

even death in the event of an accident.

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SEAT BELTS

MAINTENANCE

87) Removing or tampering with seat belt

and pretensioner components is strictly

prohibited. Any intervention on these

components must be performed by

qualified and authorised technicians.

Always go to a Fiat Dealership.

For keeping the seat belts in efficient

conditions, carefully observe the

following warnings:

always use the seat belt with the

strap well stretched and not twisted;

make sure that it is free to run without

obstructions;

88) If the seat belt has been subjected to a

high level of stress, for example after an

accident, it must be completely replaced

together with the anchorages, anchorage

fixing screws and pretensioner. In fact,

even if the seat belt has no visible defects,

it could have lost its resilience.

check seat belt operation as follows:

attach the seat belt and pull it hard;

replace the seat belt after an

accident of a certain severity even if it

does not appear to be damaged.

Always replace the seat belt if

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the pretensioners were deployed;

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Children must be seated safely and

comfortably. As far as the

CHILD PROTECTION

SYSTEMS

WARNING

characteristics of the child seats used

allow, you are advised to keep children

in rear facing child seats for as long

as possible (at least until 3–4 years old),

since this is the most protected

position in the event of an impact.

The choice of the most suitable child

restraint system depends on the weight

and size of the child. There are various

types of child restraint systems, which

can be secured to the car by means

of the seat belts or with the ISOFIX

anchorages.

It is recommended to always choose

the restraint system most suitable

for the child; for this reason always refer

to the Owner Handbook provided with

the child restraint system, to be sure

that it is of the right type for the children

it is intended for.

For correct installation on the car, some

universal child restraint systems require

an accessory (base) sold separately

by the restraint system's producer.

Therefore, FCA advises customers to

check that their chosen child restraint

system can be installed on their vehicle

by performing a trial installation, on

the vendor's premises, before

CARRYING CHILDREN

SAFELY

35) Operations which lead to impacts,

vibrations or localised heating (over 100°C

for a maximum of six hours) in the area

around the pretensioner may damage or

deploy it. Contact a Fiat Dealership should

intervention be necessary on these

components.

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For optimal protection in the event of an

impact, all occupants must be seated

and wearing adequate restraint

systems, including newborn and other

children! This prescription is

compulsory in all EC countries

according to EC Directive 2003/20/EC.

Children below the height of 1.50

metres and up to 12 years must be

protected with suitable restraint

systems and be seated on the rear

seats.

Statistics on accidents indicate that the

rear seats offer greater safety for

children.

Compared with an adult, a child's head

is larger and heavier in proportion to

their body and the child's muscular and

bone structures are not fully developed.

Therefore, correct restraint systems

other than adult seat belts are

necessary to reduce as much as

possible the risk of injuries in the event

of an accident, braking or sudden

manoeuvre.

purchase.

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In Europe the characteristics of child

restraint systems are ruled by the

regulation ECE-R44, dividing them into

five weight groups:

IMPORTANT The figures are indicative

and provided for assembly purposes

only. Fit the child restraint system

according to the instructions, which

must be included.

Group 1

Children weighing from 9 to 18 kg may

be transported in forward facing child

restraint systems fig. 59.

Group

Weight range

IMPORTANT Following an accident of a

certain importance, it is recommended

to replace both the child restraint

system and the seat belt to which it

was bound.

up to 10 kg in

weight

Group 0

up to 13 kg in

weight

Group 0+

Group 1

Group 2

Group 3

9-18 kg

15 - 25 kg

22 - 36 kg

Group 0 and 0+

Babies up to 13 kg must be carried

with a rear facing child restraint system

of a type as shown in fig. 58 which,

supporting the head, does not induce

stress on the neck in the event of

sudden decelerations.

The child restraint system is secured by

the vehicle seat belts, as shown in

and it must restrain the child in turn

with its own belts.

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All restraint devices must bear the

type-approval data, together with the

control mark, on a label solidly fixed to

the child restraint system which must

never be removed.

Lineaccessori MOPAR_®includes child

restraint systems for each weight

group. These devices are

Group 2

Children from 15 to 25 kg may use the

vehicle seat belts directly fig. 60.

In this case, the child restraint system is

used to position the child correctly

with respect to the seat belts so that

the diagonal belt section crosses the

child’s chest and not the neck, and the

lower part is snug on the pelvis not

the abdomen.

recommended having been specifically

designed for Fiat vehicles.

INSTALLING A CHILD

CARSEAT WITH

SEATBELTS

Group 3

For children between 22 and 36 kg,

there are dedicated restraint systems

that allow the seat belt to be worn

correctly.

The fig. 61 shows the correct child

positioning on the rear seat.

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The Universal child restraint systems

installed with the seat belts only are

type-approved on the basis of the ECE

R44 standard and are divided into

various weight groups.

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Children over 1.50 m in height can wear

seat belts like adults.

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PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS ON UNIVERSAL CHILD

RESTRAINT SYSTEM USE

The car complies with European Directive 2000/3/EC which governs the arrangement possibilities for child restraint systems on

the various seats of the car as shown in the following table:

Front passenger(*)

Group

Weight range

Rear passenger

Airbag enabled

Airbag disabled

Group 0, 0+

Group 1

up to 13 kg

9 - 18 kg

X

U

Group 2

15 - 25 kg

22–36 kg

U

Group 3

(*) IMPORTANT: NEVER fit a rearward-facing child seat in the front passenger seat if the airbag is active. If you wish to fit a rearward-facing child restraint system in

the front passenger seat, first deactivate the relative airbag (see instructions in the paragraph "Supplementary protection system (SRS) – Airbag”).

X Seat not suitable for children in this weight category.

U Suitable for child restraint systems in the "Universal" category, according to European Standard ECE-R44 for the specified "Groups".

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INSTALLING AN ISOFIX

CHILD CARSEAT

97) 98) 99) 100) 101)

The car is equipped with ISOFIX

anchorages, a new standard which

makes fitting a child restraint system

quick, simple and safe.

The ISOFIX system lets you install the

ISOFIX child restraining system without

using the car seat belts but connecting

them directly to the carseat with three

anchors in the car. Traditional child

restraint systems can be fitted

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alongside ISOFIX child restraint systems

on different seats in the same vehicle.

To install an ISOFIX child restraint

system, attach it to the two metal

anchor points A fig. 62 located where

the rear seat cushion meets the

backrest and identified by the symbol

, then remove the parcel shelf

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and fix the upper strap (available

together with the restraint system) to

the anchor point B fig. 63 located at the

bottom behind the backrest.

As an example, fig. 64 shows an

example of a Universal Isofix child

restraint system for weight group 1.

NOTE When a Universal ISOFIX child

restraint system is used, only ECE R44

"ISOFIX Universal” (R44/03 or further

upgrades) type-approved child restraint

systems can be used.

The Universal Isofix “Duo Plus” child

restraint system and the special "G 0/1"

seat are available from Lineaccessori

MOPAR_®.

IMPORTANT The diagram is indicative

and for fitting purposes only. Fit the

child restraint system according to the

instructions, which must be included.

For any further details on installation/

use, refer to the instruction manual for

the child restraint system.

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SUITABILITY OF PASSENGER SEATS FOR ISOFIX CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM USE

The table below shows the various possibilities for installing Isofix child restraint systems on seats fitted with specific

attachments in accordance with European standard ECE 16.

Child restraint system

Weight group

Isofix size class

Rear side Isofix position

position

Rear facing

Forward facing

Group 0 up to 10 kg

E

X

Group 0+ 0 to 13 kg

D

X

C

D

X

C

B

X

Group 1 from 9 to 18 kg

IUF

IUF (*)

B1

A

X: Isofix position not suitable for Isofix child restraint system in this weight group and/or size class.

IUF: Suitable for forward facing Isofix child restraint systems in the Universal category and type-approved for the use in the weight group.

(*)This Isofix position is not suitable for Isofix child restraint systems in this group of weight and/or size class.

The other weight groups are covered by specific ISOFIX child restraint systems, which can be used only if specifically tested for

this car (see list of cars provided with the child restraint system).

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SUITABILITY OF

PASSENGER SEATS FOR

i-SIZE CHILD RESTRAINT

SYSTEM USE

(for versions/markets, where provided)

These child restraint systems, built

and type-approved according to the

i-Size (ECE R129) standard, ensure

better safety conditions to carry

children on board a vehicle:

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the child must be transported

rearward facing until 15 months;

NOTE: See the table shown on the

following page to check whether your

car is approved for installing i-Size child

restraint systems.

child restraint system protection is

increased in the event of a side

collision;

the use of the ISOFIX system is

promoted to avoid faulty installation of

the child restraint system;

efficiency in the choice of the child

restraint system, which isn't made

according to weight any more

but according to the child's height, is

increased;

compatibility between the vehicle

seats and the child restraint systems is

better: the i-Size child restraint systems

can be considered as "Super ISOFIX";

this means that they can be perfectly

fitted in type-approved i-Size seats, but

can also be fitted in ISOFIX (ECE R44)

type-approved seats.

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The following table, according to European standard ECE 129, indicates the possibility of i-Size child restraint system

installation.

i-Size POSITIONS ON THE CAR

Device

ISO/R2

ISO/F2

Front passenger

Rear right passenger

Rear left passenger

X

i-U(*)

X

i-Size child restraint

systems

X Seat not suitable for Universal i-Size child restraint systems.

i-U(*) Installation only possible by moving the corresponding front seat forward. In this configuration, the seat must not be occupied.

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CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS RECOMMENDED BY FIAT FOR YOUR VEHICLE

Lineaccessori MOPAR_®includes a complete range of child restraint systems to be fixed using the seat belt with three

anchorage points or the ISOFIX anchorages.

IMPORTANT FCA recommends fitting the child restraint system according to the instructions, which must be included.

Weight group

Child restraint system

Type of child restraint system

Child restraint system installation

BeSafe iZi Go Modular

Fiat order code: 71808564

Universal/i-Size child restraint system.

It must be installed facing rearwards,

using the car seat belts only, or the

dedicated i-Size base (which can be

purchased separately) and the car

ISOFIX anchorages.

Group 0+:

from birth to 13 kg

from 40 cm to 80

cm

+

It must be fitted on the rear outer

seats.

BeSafe iZi Modular i-Size

Base

Fiat order code: 71808566

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Weight group

Child restraint system

Type of child restraint system

Child restraint system installation

BeSafe iZi Modular iSize

Fiat order code: 71808565

i-Size approved child restraint system.

It must be installed on the car

together with the iZi Modular i-Size

Base (available separately). It can

be installed facing forwards or

facing backwards (refer to the

child restraint system manual).

Group 0+/1:

from 9 up to 18 kg

from 67 cm to 105

cm

+

BeSafe iZi Modular i-Size

Base

Fiat order code: 71808566

It can only be fitted facing forwards,

using the three-point seat belt and the

ISOFIX anchorages of the vehicle, if

present. Fiat recommends installing

it using the vehicle’s ISOFIX

anchor points.

Group 2:

Britax Römer KidFix XP

(for versions/markets, where

provided)

from 15 up to 25 kg

from 95 cm to 135

cm

Fiat order code: 71807984

It must be fitted on the rear outer

seats.

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Weight group

Child restraint system

Type of child restraint system

Child restraint system installation

It can only be fitted facing forwards,

using the three-point seat belt and the

ISOFIX anchorages of the vehicle, if

present. Fiat recommends installing

it using the vehicle’s ISOFIX

anchor points.

Britax Römer KidFix XP

(for versions/markets, where

provided)

Fiat order code: 71807984

It must be fitted on the rear outer

seats.

Group 3:

from 22 to 36 kg

from 136 cm to 150

cm

Safety 1st Manga

E13 045072

It must only be installed facing forward,

using the three-point seat belt

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90) On the sun visor there is a label with

suitable symbols reminding the user that it

is compulsory to deactivate the airbag if

a rearward facing child restraint system is

fitted. Always comply with the instructions

on the passenger side sun visor (see the

"Supplementary Restraint System (SRS)

- Airbag" paragraph).

Main recommendations to carry

children safely:

Install the child restraint systems on

the rear seat, which is the most

protected position in the event of an

impact.

Never carry children on your lap,

even newborns. No-one can hold

a child in the case of a crash.

If the car has been involved in a road

accident, replace the child restraint

system with a new one. In addition, and

depending on the type of child restraint

system installed, replace the Isofix

anchorages or the seat belt with which

the child restraint system was

Keep children in rearward facing

child restraint systems for as long as

possible, until 3–4 years old if possible.

91) Should it be necessary to carry a child

on the passenger side front seat in a rear

facing child restraint system, the passenger

side front and side airbags must be

deactivated through the display main

menu, verifying deactivation by checking

If the passenger's front airbag is

deactivated always check the

permanent switching on of the specific

warning light to make sure that it has

actually been deactivated.

connected.

The rear headrest can be removed if

needed to install a child restraint

system. The headrest must always be

fitted in the car if the seat is used by an

adult passenger or a child sitting in a

restraint system without a backrest.

that the warning light

located in the

central part of the dashboard has switched

on. Move the passenger's seat as far

back as possible to avoid contact between

the child seat and the dashboard.

Carefully follow the instructions

supplied with the child restraint system.

Keep the instructions in the vehicle

along with the other documents and

this handbook. Do not use second-

hand child seats without instructions.

92) Do not move the front or rear seat if a

child is seated on it or on the dedicated

child restraint system.

93) Child restraint systems with Isofix

attachments are available for a safe

anchoring to the seat without using the car

seat belts. For this type of seats see

paragraph "Installation of an Isofix child

restraint system" in this chapter.

WARNING

Only one child is to be strapped into

each restraint system; never carry two

children using one child restraint

system.

89) SEVERE DANGER When a front

passenger airbag is fitted, do not install

rearward facing child restraint systems on

the front passenger seat. Deployment of

the airbag in a crash could cause fatal

injuries to the child regardless of the

severity of the collision. It is advisable to

always carry children in a child restraint

system on the rear seat, which is the most

protected position in the event of a

collision.

94) Incorrect fitting of the child restraint

system may result in an inefficient

protection system. In the event of an

accident the child restraint system may

become loose and the child may be

injured, even fatally. When fitting a restraint

system for newborns or children, strictly

comply with the instructions provided

by the Manufacturer.

Always check that the seat belts do

not rest on the child’s neck.

Always check that the seat belt is

well fastened by pulling on it.

While travelling, do not let the child

sit incorrectly or unfasten the belts.

Never allow a child to put the belt's

diagonal section under an arm or

behind their back.

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95) When the child restraint system is not

used, secure it with the seat belt or with

the ISOFIX anchorages, or remove it from

the vehicle. Do not leave it unsecured

inside the passenger compartment. This

way, in the case of sudden braking or

an accident, it will not cause injuries to the

occupants.

The bag will inflate instantaneously

placing itself between the front

occupants body and the structures

which could cause injury. It will deflate

immediately afterwards.

SUPPLEMENTARY

RESTRAINT SYSTEM

(SRS) - AIRBAG

The car may be equipped with:

front driver airbag;

Front airbags are not a replacement of

but complementary to the seat belts,

which you are recommended to always

wear, as specified by law in Europe

and most non-European countries.

In the event of an impact, someone not

wearing a seat belt could move forward

and come into contact with a bag

which is still opening. The protection

offered by the bag is compromised

in these circumstances.

The front airbags may not be deployed

in the following cases: frontal impact

against highly deformable objects

not involving the front surface of the car

(e.g. wing collision against guard rail);

in the case of the car wedging under

other vehicles or protective barriers

(e.g. under trucks or guard rails).

Failure to activate in the conditions

described above is due to the fact that

they may not provide any additional

protection compared with seat belts, so

their activation would be inappropriate.

In these cases, non-deployment does

not indicate a system malfunction.

front passenger airbag;

driver's side knee bag;

96) After installing a child restraint system,

do not move the seat: always remove

the child restraint system before making

any adjustment.

driver and passenger front side bags

for pelvis, chest and shoulder

protection;

97) If a Universal Isofix child seat is not

fixed to all three anchorages, the child seat

will not be able to protect the child

correctly. In a crash, the child could be

seriously or fatally injured.

window bags for head protection of

front seat passengers and rear side

seat passengers.

98) Fit the child restraint system when the

car is stationary. The child restraint system

is correctly fixed to the brackets when

you hear the click. Follow the instructions

for assembly, disassembly and positioning

that the Manufacturer must supply with

the child restraint system.

FRONT AIRBAGS

102)

The front driver/passenger airbags and

the driver's knee bag (for versions/

markets, where provided) protect the

front seat occupants in the event of

frontal impacts of medium/high severity,

by placing the bag between the

occupant and the steering wheel or

dashboard.

Therefore non-activation of airbags in

other types of collisions (side impacts,

rear shunts, roll-overs, etc.) does not

indicate a system malfunction.

An electronic control unit will make the

bag inflate in the event of a frontal

impact.

99) Always make sure that the diagonal

section of the seat belt does not pass

under the arms or behind the back of the

child. In the event of an accident the seat

belt will not be able to secure the child,

with the risk of injury, including fatal injury.

Therefore the child must always wear

the seat belt correctly.

100) Do not use the same lower anchoring

to install more than one child restraint

system.

101) Fit the child restraint system

according to the instructions, which must

be included.

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The front airbags (driver, passenger,

driver's knee bags) are designed and

calibrated to protect front seat

passengers wearing seat belts. Their

volume at the moment of maximum

inflation fills most of the space between

the steering wheel and the driver,

between the lower post guard and the

knees on passenger side and between

the dashboard and the passenger.

The airbags are not deployed in the

event of minor frontal impacts (for

which the restraining action of the seat

belts is sufficient). Seat belts must

always be worn. In the event of a frontal

collision, they ensure the correct

positioning of the occupant.

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Front airbag driver's side

103)

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This consists of an instantly inflating

bag contained in a special

compartment A in the centre of the

steering wheel fig. 67.

67

Passenger's front airbag and child

restraint systems

104) 105)

Passenger front airbag

Rearward-facing child restraint systems

must NEVER be fitted on the front

seat with an active passenger side

airbag since in the event of an impact

the airbag activation may cause fatal

injuries to the transported child.

ALWAYS comply with the instructions

on the label stuck on both sides of

the sun visor (fig. 68).

This consists of an instantly inflating

bag contained in a special recess in the

dashboard fig. 67 which has a larger

volume than that of the driver.

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Passenger side front airbag and child restraint systems: IMPORTANT

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Driver knee bag

Non-activation of side bags in other

types of collisions (front collisions, rear

shunts, roll-overs, etc.) is not a system

malfunction.

(for versions/markets, where provided)

It consists of an instantly inflating bag

contained in a special compartment

C under the lower steering column

guard fig. 70 at the driver's knee level. It

provides further protection to the driver

in the event of a frontal impact.

Side bag

These comprise two instantly inflating

bags located in the front seat backrests

fig. 72 which protect the pelvis, chest

and shoulder area of the occupants

in the event of a side impact of

medium/high severity.

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IMPORTANT To manually deactivate the

passenger side front airbag and the

front side bag (for versions/markets,

where provided), see paragraph

"Display" in the "Knowing the

instrument panel" chapter.

SIDE BAGS - WINDOW

BAGS

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To help increase occupants protection

in the event of a side impact, the car

is equipped with front side bags (for

versions/markets, where provided) and

window bag (for versions/markets,

where provided).

Side bags protect occupants from

side-on crashes of medium/high

severity by placing the bag between the

occupant and the internal parts of the

side structure of the car.

Deactivating the passenger side

airbags: front airbag and front side

bag

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106) 107) 108)

Window bag

(for versions/markets, where provided)

These comprise two window bags

located behind the side lining of the

roof and covered by special trim fig. 73.

They are designed to protect the head

of front and rear side occupants in

the event of side collisions, thanks to

the wide surface of the bags.

Warning light A fig. 71 in the centre

of the dashboard will stay on constantly

until the passenger's airbag and the

front side bag are reactivated (for

versions/markets, where provided).

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A small amount of dust will be released

when the airbags are deployed. The

dust is not harmful and does not

indicate the beginning of a fire.

WARNING

102) Do not apply stickers or other objects

on the steering wheel, on the dashboard

in the passenger side airbag area, on

the side upholstery on the roof and on the

seats. Never put objects (e.g. mobile

phones) on the passenger's side

dashboard since they could interfere with

correct inflation of the airbag and also

cause serious injury to the passengers.

Furthermore, the surface of the

deployed bag and the interior of the car

may be covered by a dusty residue:

this may irritate skin and eyes. Wash

with neutral soap and water in the

event of exposure

Every control, repair and replacement

operation concerning the airbags must

only be carried out at a Fiat Dealership.

If the car is scrapped, have the system

deactivated at a Fiat Dealership.

Pretensioners, front airbags and side

bags are deployed according to

different logics on the basis of the type

of crash. Failure to activate one or

more of the devices does not indicate a

system malfunction.

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Important notes

103) Always drive with your hands on the

rim of the steering wheel so that the airbag

can inflate freely if required. Do not drive

bent over the steering wheel, but rather sit

upright with your back firmly resting against

the seat back.

In the event of a side impact, the

system provides best protection if the

passenger sits on the seat in a correct

position, thus allowing correct window

bag deployment.

The front airbags and/or side bags may

be deployed if the car is subject to

heavy knocks or accidents involving the

underbody area, such as for example

violent shocks against steps,

104) When an active passenger airbag is

fitted, DO NOT install rear facing child

restraint systems on the front seat.

Deployment of the airbag in an accident

could cause fatal injuries to the child

regardless of the severity of the impact.

Should an accident occur in which any

of the safety devices are activated,

take the car to a Fiat Dealership to have

the activated devices replaced and to

have the whole system checked.

105) When there is an active passenger

airbag, DO NOT install rearward facing

child restraint systems on the front seat.

Deployment of the airbag in a crash could

cause fatal injuries to the child regardless

of the severity of the collision. It is advisable

to always carry children in a child restraint

system on the rear seat, which is the

most protected position in the event of a

collision.

pavements or low obstacles, the car

falling in big holes or dips in the road.

109) 110) 111) 112) 113) 114) 115) 116) 117) 118)

119) 120)

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106) In some versions, in the event of a

LED failure (located on the dashboard

panel), the warning light on the

instrument panel turns on and the

passenger side airbags are deactivated.

109) Malfunction of the

warning light is

113) The airbags may also be deployed

when the car is not moving, if the key is in

the ignition and turned to MAR-ON or

when the engine is off, if the car is hit by

another moving vehicle. Therefore, even if

the vehicle is stationary, when an active

front passenger airbag is fitted, DO NOT

install rearward facing child restraint

systems on the front passenger seat.

Deployment of the airbag following an

impact could cause fatal injuries to the

child. Therefore, always deactivate the

passenger side airbag when a rearward

facing child restraint system is installed on

the front passenger seat. The front

passenger seat must also be positioned

back as far as possible in order to prevent

the child restraint system from coming

into contact with the dashboard.

Immediately reactivate the passenger

airbag as soon as the child restraint system

has been removed. Also remember that, if

the key is turned to STOP, none of the

safety devices (airbags or pretensioners)

will be deployed in the event of collision.

Non-deployment in such cases does

not indicate a system malfunction.

indicated by the activation of an airbag

failure symbol and a dedicated message

on the instrument panel display (or, for

versions where provided, by the activation

of a blinking generic failure warning light). In

107) The

warning light indicates the

this case, the

warning light may not

passenger side airbag protection status. If

the warning light is off, passenger side

protection is active: to deactivate it, use the

Setup Menu (in this case the LED lights

up). When the car is started (ignition key

turned to MAR position), the warning light

turns on for about 8 seconds, provided

that at least 5 seconds have elapsed from

when it was switched off. If not, contact

a Fiat Dealership. If the engine is switched

off/on again in less than 5 seconds the

warning light may remain off. In this case,

to check correct warning light operation,

switch the engine off, wait for at least 5

seconds and switch the engine on again.

The warning light may light up with various

intensity levels depending on the vehicle

conditions. The intensity may also vary

during the same key cycle. When the

ignition key is turned to MAR, the

indicate failures in the restraint systems.

Contact a Fiat Dealership immediately

to have the system checked.

110) Do not use seatcovers on front seats

featuring side airbags.

111) Do not travel carrying objects in your

lap, in front of your chest or between

your lips (pipe, pencils, etc.): they could

cause severe injury if the airbag is

deployed.

112) If the car has been stolen or in the

case of attempt to steal it, if it has been

subjected to vandalism or floods, have the

airbag system checked by a Fiat

Dealership.

warning light switches for few seconds,

then if the passenger airbag protection is

active it should switch off.

114) When the ignition key is turned to

MAR, the

warning light switches for few

seconds, then if the passenger airbag

protection is active it should switch off.

108) If a child must be carried on the front

seat in a rearward facing child restraint

system, it is compulsory to deactivate the

passenger side front airbag, making sure

that it is deactivated by checking the

dedicated warning light on the instrument

panel. Move the passenger's seat as far

back as possible to avoid contact between

the child restraint system and the

115) Do not wash the seats with water or

pressurised steam (wash by hand or at

automatic seat washing stations).

116) The airbag deployment threshold is

higher than that of the pretensioners.

For collisions in the range between the two

thresholds, it is normal for only the

pretensioners to be activated.

dashboard.

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117) Do not affix rigid objects to the

garment hooks or support handles.

118) The airbag does not replace seat

belts but increases their efficiency.

Furthermore, since front airbags are not

deployed in low-speed frontal impacts,

side impacts, rear shunts or roll-overs, the

passengers are protected only by the

seat belts which must therefore be

fastened at all times.

119) Do not rest your head, arms or

elbows on the door, windows or the area in

which the window bag is located to avoid

possible injury during airbag inflation.

120) Never lean your head, arms or elbows

out of the window.

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