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This can reduce the braking distance: the PBA system

therefore completes the ABS.

than the other, the system will apply the brake of the

spinning wheel. This will allow more engine torque to

be applied to the wheel that is not spinning. BLD may

remain enabled even if TCS and ESC are in reduced

modes.

When the vehicle is started, the BSM Warning Light will

momentarily illuminate in both outside rearview mirrors

to let the driver know that the system is operational.

The BSM system sensors operate when the vehicle is in

any forward gear and enters standby mode when the

vehicle is in PARK.

Maximum assistance from the PBA system is obtained

by pressing the brake pedal very quickly. In addition,

the brake pedal should be pressed continuously during

braking, avoiding intermittent presses, to get the most

out of the system. Do not reduce pressure on the

brake pedal until braking is no longer necessary. The

PBA system is deactivated when the brake pedal is

released.

The BSM system monitors the detection zones on both

sides of the vehicle when the vehicle speed reaches

approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or higher and will alert

the driver of vehicles in these areas. It is temporarily

deactivated at a speed greater than approximately 84

mph (140 km/h).

AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS

BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) — IF

EQUIPPED

The BSM system uses radar sensors, located inside

the front and rear fascia/bumper, to detect highway

licensable vehicles (automobiles, trucks, motorcycles,

etc.) that enter the blind spot zones from the rear/

front/side of the vehicle.

WARNING!

NOTE:

● The PBA system cannot overrule the natural laws

of physics, and cannot increase the grip available

according to the condition of the road.

The BSM system DOES NOT alert the driver about

rapidly approaching vehicles that are outside the

detection zones.

● The PBA system cannot prevent accidents,

including those due to excessive speed

on corners, driving on low-grip surfaces or

aquaplaning.

The BSM system can become blocked if snow, ice,

mud, or other road contaminations accumulate on the

rear fascia/bumper where the radar sensors are

located. The system may also detect blockage if the

vehicle is operated in areas with extremely low radar

returns such as a desert or parallel to a large elevation

drop. If blockage is detected, a “Blind Spot Temporarily

Unavailable, Sensor Blocked” message will display in

the cluster, both mirror lights will illuminate, and BSM

and RCP alerts will not occur. This is normal operation.

The system will automatically recover and resume

function when the condition clears or when an ignition

cycle occurs. To minimize system blockage, do not

block the area of the rear fascia/bumper where the

radar sensors are located with foreign objects (bumper

stickers, bicycle racks, etc.) and keep it clear of road

contaminations.

● The capability of the PBA system must never be

tested irresponsibly and dangerously, in such a

way as to compromise the safety of the driver, the

other occupants of the car or any other road user.

Traction Control System (TCS)

TCS monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the

driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, the TCS may

apply brake pressure to the spinning wheel(s) and/or

reduce engine power to provide enhanced acceleration

and stability. A feature of the TCS, Brake Limited

Differential (BLD) functions similarly to a limited slip

differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven

axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster

Rear Detection Zones

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The BSM system monitors the detection zone from

three different entry points (side, rear, front) while

driving to see if an alert is necessary. The BSM system

will issue an alert during these types of zone entries.

Entering From The Side

Vehicles that move into your adjacent lanes from either

side of the vehicle.

Radar Sensors Location

Rear Monitoring

The BSM system will provide a visual alert in the

Overtaking Traffic

appropriate side view mirror based on a detected object

when enabled. If the turn signal is then activated, and

it corresponds to an alert present on that side of the

vehicle, an audible chime will also be sounded when

chimes are enabled. In addition to the audible alert the

radio (if on) will also be muted during the chime event

If you pass another vehicle slowly with a relative speed

less than 10 mph (16 km/h), the warning light will be

illuminated. If the difference in speed between the two

vehicles is greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), the warning

light may not illuminate.

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Side Monitoring

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Entering From The Rear

Vehicles that come up from behind your vehicle on

either side and enter the rear detection zone with a

relative speed of less than 18 mph (30 km/h).

Overtaking/Approaching

Warning Light Location

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Blind Spot Alert Off

WARNING!

When the BSM system is turned off, there will be no

visual or audible alerts from the BSM system.

The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid

to help detect objects in the blind spot zones. The

BSM system is not designed to detect pedestrians,

bicyclists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped

with the BSM system, always check your vehicle’s

mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn

signal before changing lanes. Failure to do so can

result in serious injury or death.

NOTE:

The BSM system will store the current operating mode

when the vehicle is shut off. Each time the vehicle is

started the previously stored mode will be recalled and

used.

Blocked Sensor

If the system detects degraded performance due to

contamination or foreign objects, a message will warn

you of a blocked sensor and the warning indicators

in side view mirrors will be illuminated. The warning

indicators will remain illuminated until blockage

clearing conditions are met. First clear the fascia/

bumper area around the sensors of the blockage. After

removing the blockage, reset the system by cycling the

ignition from ON/RUN to OFF and then back ON/RUN.

Blind Spot Modes

Overtaking/Passing

Blind Spot Alert has three selectable modes of

operation that are available in the Uconnect system

under “Safety & Driving Assistance”.

The BSM system is designed not to issue an alert

on stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, walls,

foliage, berms, etc. However, occasionally the system

may alert on such objects. This is normal operation and

your vehicle does not require service.

Blind Spot Alert Lights Only (Default Setting)

When operating in Lights Only mode, the BSM system

will provide a visual alert in the appropriate side

view mirror based on a detected object. Whenever an

audible alert is requested, the radio is muted for the

duration of the chime.

The BSM system will not alert you of objects that are

traveling in the opposite direction of the vehicle in

adjacent lanes

page 211.

FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW)

WITH MITIGATION — IF EQUIPPED

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Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime

The FCW with Mitigation system uses a camera

mounted in the center of the windshield that has the

capability to take action in the presence of vehicles,

cyclists, and pedestrians. In the event of an imminent

collision, the system intervenes by automatically

applying the car's brakes to either prevent the impact

or reduce its severity.

When operating in Blind Spot Alert Lights/Chime mode,

the BSM system will provide a visual alert in the

appropriate side view mirror based on a detected

object. If the turn signal is then activated, and it

corresponds to an alert present on that side of

the vehicle, an audible chime will also be sounded.

Whenever a turn signal and detected object are present

on the same side at the same time, both the visual and

audible alerts will be issued. In addition to the audible

alert the radio (if on) will also be muted.

The system communicates with the driver through both

audible and visual signals displayed on the instrument

panel.

Opposing Traffic

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When there is a risk of collision and the system detects

no intervention from the driver, it initiates automatic

braking to assist in decelerating the car and mitigating

a potential frontal collision (automatic braking).

NOTE:

WARNING!

After the vehicle comes to a stop, the brake calipers

may remain locked for approximately 2 seconds as a

safety measure. If the car moves slightly, press the

brake pedal.

Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to

avoid a collision on its own, nor can FCW detect

every type of potential collision. The driver has the

responsibility to avoid a collision by controlling the

vehicle via braking and steering. Failure to follow this

warning could lead to serious injury or death.

If the system senses that the driver's action on the

brake pedal is insufficient, it may intervene to enhance

the effectiveness of the braking system, thereby further

reducing the car's speed (additional assistance in

braking stage). The system will refrain from intervening

if it recognizes that the driver has assumed control

of the car and is attentive to the situation and the

possibility of a collision.

Activation and Deactivation

The Forward Collision Warning system can be

deactivated and reactivated within the Uconnect

system

page 113 or through the instrument cluster

page 57.

FCW Settings

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display

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Activation and Deactivation

The system offers three activation levels:

NOTE:

The system will retain the last state (Only Warning,

Warning plus Active Braking, or Off) that was active

during engine shut down. The next time the engine is

started, the system will either be active or remain off.

● Warning + Active Braking (system active): the system

provides visual and acoustic warnings, automatic

braking, and additional assistance in the braking

stage when the driver fails to brake sufficiently in

event of a potential frontal collision.

The system can be deactivated manually through the

instrument cluster display or the Uconnect settings.

Following deactivation, the system will not provide

warnings to the driver about potential accidents

with preceding vehicles, regardless of the previously

selected setting. The system can be reactivated through

the Uconnect settings or instrument cluster display.

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● Only Warning (system partially active): the system

delivers visual and acoustic warnings but does

not provide automatic braking or additional braking

assistance when the driver either doesn't brake at

all or doesn't apply sufficient braking force in the

presence of a potential frontal accident.

The minimum speed for FCW activation is 3 mph (5

km/h).

FCW Message

● Off (system deactivated): the system does not issue

visual or acoustic warnings, engage in automatic

braking, or additional assistance in the braking

stage. The system does not provide any indication

of a potential collision.

The system is active under the following conditions:

NOTE:

When the system determines a collision with the

vehicle in front of you is no longer probable, the

warning message will be deactivated .

● The system is activated correctly.

The vehicle is equipped with a "creeping" function,

which allows it to resume movement a few seconds

after coming to an automatic stop.

● It has not been deactivated within the instrument

cluster display or Uconnect settings.

● The ignition device must be in the ENGINE position.

● The vehicles's speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h).

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NOTE:

Warning Of System Disabling Due To An Obstruction

Changing FCW Sensitivity And Operating

Status

● Changing the FCW status to “Only Warning” prevents

the system from providing additional brake support if

the driver is not braking adequately in the event of a

potential frontal collision, but maintains the audible

and visual warnings.

If a dedicated message is displayed, it indicates that

a condition disabling the system may have occurred.

The likely cause for this deactivation is an obstruction

in the camera's view. If an obstruction is detected, it's

advised to clean the area of the windshield where the

FCW sensor is and check if the message disappears.

The FCW Sensitivity and Active Braking status are

programmable through the Uconnect system

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113 or instrument cluster display

page 57.

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● Changing the FCW status to “Off” prevents the

system from providing autonomous braking, or

additional brake support if the driver is not braking

adequately in the event of a potential frontal

collision.

There are three available options: “Near”, “Med”, and

“Far”

Although the vehicle can still be driven in normal

conditions, the system may be temporarily unavailable.

The default sensitivity of FCW is the “Medium” setting.

In this mode, the system alerts the driver to a potential

collision with the vehicle in front when that vehicle is

at a standard distance, falling between the other two

settings. This provides the driver with a reaction time

that's longer than the "Near" setting but shorter than

the "Far" setting when dealing with a possible accident.

Once the conditions that limit the system's functions

have resolved, it will return to its normal and complete

operation. If the fault persists, contact an authorized

dealer for further assistance.

● The system will retain the last setting selected by the

driver after ignition shut down.

● FCW may not react to irrelevant objects such as

overhead objects, ground reflections, objects not in

the path of the vehicle, stationary objects that are

far away, oncoming traffic, or leading vehicles with

the same or higher rates of speed.

Service FCW Warning

If the system turns off, and the instrument cluster

display reads “FCW Unavailable Service Required”,

there is an internal system fault. Although the vehicle is

still driveable under normal conditions, have the system

checked by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

By changing the FCW status setting to "Near", the

system provides possible collision warnings on objects

closer to the vehicle. This results in later warnings

and provides less reaction time than the "Far" and

"Medium" settings, which allows for a more dynamic

driving experience.

FCW Limited Warnings

Function Temporarily Not Available

Driving in Special Conditions

By changing the FCW status setting to "Far", the system

provides possible collision warnings on objects farther

away. This results in earlier warnings and provides the

most reaction time to avoid possible collisions.

If the failure warning light illuminates, it indicates that

a condition temporarily disabling the system's operation

might have occurred. Weather-related factors like heavy

rain, fog, or the low sun on the horizon could be the

primary reasons for this temporary impairment.

NOTE:

System intervention may be unexpected or delayed. In

such situations, it is crucial for the driver to exercise

extreme caution and maintain control of the car to

ensure safe driving. Some examples of specific driving

conditions include:

NOTE:

The “Far” setting may result in a greater number of FCW

possible collision warnings experienced.

Although the vehicle can still be driven in normal

conditions, the system may be temporarily unavailable.

● Driving close to a bend.

NOTE:

Once the conditions that limit the system's functions

have resolved, it will return to its normal and complete

operation. If the fault persists, contact an authorized

dealer for further assistance.

● Vehicles with smaller dimensions or those not

staying within their driving lane.

The “Near” setting may result in a lesser number of

FCW possible collision warnings experienced.

● Lane changes by other vehicles.

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● Vehicles travelling at right angles to the vehicle.

NOTE:

In particularly complex traffic conditions, the driver can

manually deactivate the system through the Uconnect

settings or the instrument cluster display.

DRIVING CLOSE TO A BEND

When entering or exiting a wide curve, the system may

detect a car in front of you that is not traveling in

the same lane. In these situations, the system might

initiate an intervention.

Lane Changing Example

Narrow Vehicle Example

PEDESTRIAN/CYCLIST DETECTION

INDIRECT TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING

SYSTEM (ITPMS)

The vehicle is equipped with the iTPMS (indirect Tire

Pressure Monitoring System) which monitors the tire

inflation status.

While driving, when there's a potential collision risk with

a pedestrian or cyclist, the system will show a warning

message specifying the direction of obstacle detection

and, if required, engage the brakes.

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LANE CHANGING BY OTHER VEHICLES

The iTPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure

based on the vehicle recommended cold tire pressure

Cars that suddenly change lanes, entering the same

lane as your car and then moving into the camera's

field of vision, can trigger the system to intervene.

page 196.

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Driving On A Bend

CAUTION!

NARROW OR MISALIGNED VEHICLES

● If the iTPMS system signals a pressure drop on the

tires, it is recommended to check the pressure on

all four tires.

The system has limitations in detecting cars that are

positioned in front of the car but outside the camera's

field of vision. As a result, it may not respond to smaller

vehicles, such as motorcycles.

● The iTPMS does not relieve the driver from the

obligation to check the tire pressure every month;

it is not even to be considered a replacement

system for maintenance or a safety system.

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threshold for any reason, including low temperature

effects, or natural pressure loss through the tire.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System Low

Pressure Warnings

CAUTION!

● Tire pressure must be checked with tires cold.

Should it become necessary for whatever reason

to check pressure with warm tires, do not reduce

pressure even though it is higher than the

prescribed value, but repeat the check when tires

are cold.

The iTPMS will continue to warn the driver of low

tire pressure as long as the condition exists, and

will not turn off until the tire pressure is at or

above recommended cold tire pressure. Once the low

tire pressure warning has been illuminated, the tire

pressure must be increased to the recommended cold

tire pressure and a reset procedure performed in order

for the TPMS Warning Light to be turned off.

The TPMS Warning Light will illuminate

in the instrument cluster, and an audible

chime will be activated, when one or more

of the four active road tire pressures are

low. In addition, the instrument cluster will display a

graphic display of the pressure value(s) with the low

● The iTPMS cannot indicate sudden tire pressure

drops (for example when a tire bursts). In this

case, stop the vehicle, braking with caution and

avoiding abrupt steering.

tire(s) in a different color

page 57.

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NOTE:

Your system can be set to display pressure units in PSI,

BAR, or kPa.

When filling warm tires, the tire pressure may need to

be increased up to an additional 4 psi (28 kPa) above

the recommended cold placard pressure in order to

turn the TPMS Warning Light off.

● The system only warns that the tire pressure is

low: it is not able to inflate them.

● Insufficient tire inflation increases electrical

energy consumption, reduces the tread duration

and may affect your ability to drive safely.

The system will automatically update and the TPMS

Warning Light will extinguish once the updated tire

pressures have been received. The vehicle may need

to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 50 mph (80

km/h) to receive this information.

The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about

1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C). This means

that when the outside temperature decreases, the tire

pressure will decrease. Tire pressure should always

be set based on cold inflation tire pressure. This is

defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not

been driven for at least three hours, or driven less

than 1 mile (1.6 km) after a three-hour period. The tire

pressure will also increase as the vehicle is driven —

this is normal and there should be no adjustment for

this increased pressure.

For example, your vehicle has a recommended cold

(parked for more than three hours) tire pressure of

36 psi (248 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68°F

(20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 28 psi (193

kPa), a temperature drop to 20°F (-7°C) will decrease

the tire pressure to approximately 24 psi (165 kPa).

This tire pressure is sufficiently low enough to turn

on the TPMS Warning Light. Driving the vehicle may

cause the tire pressure to rise to approximately 28

psi (193 kPa), but the TPMS Warning Light will still

be on. In this situation, the TPMS Warning Light will

turn off only after the tires have been inflated to the

vehicle’s recommended cold tire pressure value and a

reset procedure performed.

Low Tire Pressure Monitoring System Display

Should a low tire condition occur on any of the four

active road tire(s), you should stop as soon as possible,

and inflate the low tire(s) that is in a different color on

the graphic display to the vehicle’s recommended cold

tire pressure.

For information on how to properly inflate the vehicle’s

tires, see

page 196.

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The iTPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if

the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning

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NOTE:

To carry out the RESET procedure, with the car stopped

and the ignition device at ON/RUN, use the Main Menu

as follows:

continuously on; at the same time, the display shows

the shape of the car and the symbols "– –" will appear

next to each tire.

When filling warm tires, the tire pressure may need to

be increased up to an additional 4 psi (28 kPa) above

the recommended cold placard pressure in order to

turn the TPMS Warning Light off.

This warning is displayed also after the engine has

been switched off and then on again if the correct

operating conditions are not restored.

● go to "Vehicle info" and then to "Reset tire pressure";

● press the "OK" and hold down (more than 2

seconds);

The system will automatically update, the graphic

display of the pressure value(s) will return to its original

color and the TPMS Warning Light will extinguish once

the updated tire pressure(s) have been received. The

vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes

above 50 mph (80 km/h) to receive this information.

In the case of abnormal signals, it is recommended

to perform the RESET procedure. If the indications

appear again after a successful RESET, check that the

tires used on all four wheels are the same and that

the tires are not damaged. As soon as possible, refit

the standard tire instead of the space-saver wheel,

remove the snow chains, if possible, check correct load

distribution and repeat the RESET procedure by driving

on a clean, tarmacked road. If the indications persist,

contact an authorized dealer.

● the display will show the procedure progress (with a

graphic bar) until the RESET is completed.

At the end of the RESET procedure the display will

show the "Reset saved" message, indicating that the

self-learning has been started and you will hear an

acoustic warning.

RESET Procedure

The iTPMS needs an initial "selflearning" phase (with

length depending on the driving style and road

conditions: optimal conditions being driving on a

straight road at 50 mph (80 km/h) for at least 20

minutes) which starts when the RESET procedure is

carried out manually.

If the self-learning procedure of the iTPMS system has

not been carried out correctly, no warning is provided.

Operating Conditions

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

Some of the most important safety features in your

vehicle are the restraint systems:

The system is active for speeds above 9 mph (15

km/h).

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The RESET procedure must be carried out:

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 tire.

● each time tire pressure is modified;

● when even only one tire is changed;

● when tires are rotated/inverted;

● when the space-saver wheel is fitted.

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS FEATURES

● Seat Belt Systems

● Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Air Bags

● Child Restraints

Under special conditions (e.g. car loaded

asymmetrically on one side, towing a trailer, damaged

or worn tire, fitting the space-saver wheel, use of

the "Fix&Go" tire repair kit, fitting snow chains, fitting

different tires on the axles) the system may provide

false indications or be temporarily deactivated.

Before carrying out the RESET procedure, inflate the

tires to the rated pressure values specified in the

inflation pressure table see

Some of the safety features described in this section

may be standard equipment on some models, or may

be optional equipment on others. If you are not sure,

ask an authorized dealer.

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If the RESET is not carried out, in all above cases, the

warning light may give false indications on one or more

tires.

If the system is temporarily deactivated the warning

light flashes for about 75 seconds and then is

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