Get Safety Guide for Fiat Fiorino SUV Third Generation (2015-2026)

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.

ABS ......................................... 104

ESC (Electronic Stability Control)

SYSTEM ................................... 105

iTPMS (indirect Tyre Pressure

Monitoring System)..................... 107

TRACTION PLUS SYSTEM.......... 109

OCCUPANT PROTECTION

SYSTEMS ................................. 109

SEAT BELTS ............................. 110

SBR SYSTEM............................ 111

PRE-TENSIONERS..................... 112

CARRYING CHILDREN

SAFELY .................................... 114

INSTALLING AN ISOFIX CHILD

RESTRAINT SYSTEM ................. 117

SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT

SYSTEM (SRS) - AIRBAG............ 122

FRONT AIRBAGS....................... 122

SIDE BAGS ............................... 127

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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.

instrument panel together with a

message on the display on some

versions (see the “Warning lights and

messages” paragraph in the “Knowing

the instrument panel” chapter).

In this case, the rear wheels may

suddenly lock and the vehicle may

swerve when braking sharply. Drive

carefully to the nearest Fiat Dealership

to have the system checked.

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ABS

This is an integral part of the braking

system, which prevents one or more

wheels from locking and slipping

regardless of the road surface

conditions and braking intensity,

ensuring control of the vehicle even

during emergency braking.

WARNING When the Mechanical Brake

Assist intervenes, noises may be heard

from the system. This is normal. In any

case, while braking keep the brake

pedal firmly depressed.

The Electronic Braking Force

Distribution (EBD) system completes

the system allowing the brake force to

be distributed between the front and

rear wheels.

WARNING

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WARNING 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.

53) When the ABS cuts in and you feel

the brake pedal pulsating, do not remove

your foot, but keep the pedal pushed

down; in doing so you, will stop in the

shortest distance possible under the road

conditions at the time.

54) If the ABS intervenes, this indicates

that the grip of the tyres on the road is

nearing its limit: you must slow down to a

speed compatible with the available grip.

55) 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.

FAULT WARNINGS

ABS failure

This is indicated by turning on the

warning light on the instrument panel

together with a message on the display

on some versions (see the “Warning

lights and messages” paragraph in

the “Knowing the instrument panel”

chapter).

In this case, the braking system will still

be effective, although without the extra

capacity offered by the ABS.

Drive carefully to the nearest Fiat

Dealership to have the system

checked.

SYSTEM INTERVENTION

The driver can feel that the ABS has

come into action because the brake

pedal pulsates slightly and the system

gets noisier: it means that the vehicle

speed should be altered to suit the type

of road surface.

56) If only the

instrument panel

warning light comes on (with a message

in the multifunction display on some

MECHANICAL BRAKE

ASSIST

versions), stop the vehicle immediately and

contact the nearest Fiat Dealership. Any

loss of fluid will affect the brake system

(for versions/markets, where provided)

This system (which cannot be

deactivated) recognises emergency

EBD failure

This is indicated by turning on the

and

warning lights on the

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The ESC system also includes the

HILL HOLDER SYSTEM

(for versions/markets, where provided)

It is an integral part of the ESC system

and facilitates starting on an incline.

It is automatically activated in the

following conditions:

uphill: vehicle stationary on a road

with a gradient higher than 5%, engine

running, brake pressed and gearbox

in neutral or gear (other than reverse)

engaged;

functionality, both conventional and

ant-lock wheels.

following systems:

Hill Holder

ASR

MSR

HBA

ESC (Electronic

Stability Control)

SYSTEM

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The ESC system improves the

directional control and stability of the

vehicle in various driving conditions.

The ESC system corrects understeer

and oversteer, distributing the brake

force on the appropriate wheels. The

torque supplied by the engine can also

be reduced in order to maintain control

of the vehicle.

The ESC system uses the sensors in

the vehicle to determine the trajectory

required by the driver through steering

and compares it with the real trajectory

of the vehicle.

When the real trajectory deviates from

the desired trajectory, the ESC system

intervenes to counter understeer or

oversteer.

Oversteer: occurs when the vehicle is

turning more than it should according

to the angle of the steering wheel.

Understeer: occurs when the vehicle

is turning less than it should according

to the angle of the steering wheel.

SYSTEM INTERVENTION

This is signalled by the flashing of the

warning light

in the instrument

panel, to inform the driver that the

vehicle is in critical stability and grip

conditions.

downhill: vehicle stationary on a road

with a gradient higher than 5%, engine

running, brake pressed and reverse

gear engaged.

Switching the system on

The ESC system is automatically

activated when the vehicle is started

and cannot be deactivated.

When setting off, the ESC system

control unit maintains the braking

pressure on the wheels until the 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

brake disengagement noise indicating

that the vehicle is going to move

imminently will be heard.

Fault warnings

In the event of a failure, the ESC

will be automatically switched off

and the warning light

will come

on constantly in the instrument

panel along with a message in

the multifunction display (for

versions/markets where provided) (see

“Warning lights and messages” section

in the "Knowing the instrument panel"

chapter). Contact a Fiat Dealership as

soon as possible.

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Fault warnings

System failure is indicated by

instrument panel warning light

with

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slipping of the inner wheel round

bends due to dynamic variations in the

load of excessive acceleration;

excessive power transmitted to the

wheels, also in relation to road surface

conditions;

acceleration on slippery, snowy or icy

road surfaces;

in the case of loss of grip on a wet

surface (aquaplaning).

If the ASR is switched off while driving,

it is automatically switched on again

when the car is started up.

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.

digital display and warning light

on

the instrument panel with multifunction

display (for versions/markets, where

provided) (see "Warning lights and

messages” paragraph in the "Knowing

the instrument panel" chapter).

WARNING The Hill Holder system is

not a parking brake, therefore do not

leave the vehicle without activating the

handbrake, switching off the engine

and engaging first gear.

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MSR SYSTEM (engine

drive regulation)

This is an integral part of the ESC

system that, in the event of a sudden

gear down shift or an ABS braking,

cuts in and provides torque to the

engine thus preventing excessive

driving wheel drive which, especially in

poor grip conditions, can lead to a loss

of stability.

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ASR SYSTEM (Antislip

Regulation)

(for versions/markets, where provided)

This is a traction control system that

cuts in automatically every time one or

both drive wheels slip.

Depending on the slipping conditions,

two different control systems are

activated:

if the slipping involves both drive

wheels, the ASR intervenes reducing

the power transmitted by the engine;

if the slipping only involves one of

the drive wheels, the ASR intervenes

automatically braking the wheel that is

slipping.

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FAULT WARNINGS

In the event of a failure, the ASR

will be automatically switched off

Turning the ASR system on/off

The ASR comes on automatically

whenever the engine is started.

While driving, the ASR can be switched

off and on again pressing the button

fig. 135 on the dashboard.

Switching off is shown by the warning

light on the instrument panel

switching on together with a message

shown in the multifunction display, for

versions/markets where provided.

and the warning light

will come

on constantly in the instrument

panel along with a message in

the multifunction display (for

versions/markets where provided) (see

“Warning lights and messages” section

in the "Knowing the instrument panel"

chapter). In this case, contact the Fiat

Service Network as soon as possible.

The action of the ASR system is

especially useful in the following

conditions:

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HYDRAULIC BRAKE

ASSIST (assistance

during emergency

increase the grip available according to the

condition of the road.

WARNING

66) The HBA system cannot prevent

accidents, including those due to

excessive speed on corners, driving on

low-grip surfaces or aquaplaning.

67) The capability of the HBA must never

be tested irresponsibly and dangerously,

in such a way as to compromise personal

safety and the safety of others.

57) The ESC system cannot overrule

the natural laws of physics, and can’t

increase the grip available according to the

condition of the road.

58) The ESC system cannot prevent

accidents, including those due to

braking)

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The HBA system is an integral part

of the ESC system and is designed

to improve the vehicle’s braking

capacity during emergency braking.

The system detects emergency braking

by monitoring the speed and force with

which the brake pedal is pressed, and

consequently applies the optimal brake

pressure. This can reduce the braking

distance: the HBA system therefore

completes the ABS.

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.

The HBA system is deactivated when

the brake pedal is released.

excessive speed on corners, driving on

low-grip surfaces or aquaplaning.

59) 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.

60) For the correct operation of the ESC

and ASR systems it is vital that the tyres

are the same make and the same type on

all the wheels, in perfect condition and,

above all, the recommended type and size.

61) The ASR cannot overrule the natural

laws of physics, and cannot increase the

grip available according to the condition of

the road.

iTPMS (indirect

Tyre Pressure

Monitoring System)

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The indirect Tyre Pressure Monitoring

System iTPMS can monitor the tyre

inflation status through the wheel

speed sensors. The system warns the

driver if one or more tyres are flat by

switching on the warning light on

the instrument panel and a warning

message on the display dedicated with

an acoustic signal.

It is advisable to check the pressure

of all four tyres. This indication is

displayed also when turning the engine

off and on until the “Reset” procedure

is carried out.

62) The ASR system cannot prevent

accidents, including those due to

excessive speed on corners, driving on

low-grip surfaces or aquaplaning.

63) 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.

64) Do not take unnecessary risks, even if

your vehicle is fitted with this system. Your

driving style must always be suited to the

road conditions, visibility and traffic. The

driver is always responsible for road safety.

65) The HBA system cannot overrule

the natural laws of physics, and cannot

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“Reset” procedure

The iTPMS needs an initial "self-

learning" phase (with length depending

on the driving style and road

conditions: optimal conditions being

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driving on a straight road at 80 km/h for

at least 20 minutes) which starts when

the “Reset” procedure is carried out.

The “Reset” procedure must be carried

out:

each time tyre pressure is modified;

when even only one tyre is changed;

when tyres are rotated/inverted;

when the space-saver wheel is fitted.

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).

If the Reset procedure is not carried

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 vehicle stopped and the

ignition device at MAR, use the Setup

Menu as follows:

hold the button down again to

return to the standard screen or to the

main menu according to where you are

in the menu.

After the “Reset” the display will show

the "Reset saved" message, indicating

that the "self-learning" has been

started.

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WARNING

68) If the system signals a pressure drop

on one or more tyres, it is recommended

to always check the pressure on all tyres.

69) The iTPMS does not relieve the driver

from the obligation to check the tyre

pressure every month; the system does

not replace servicing or operate as a safety

system.

70) 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.

71) 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.

72) The system only warns that the tyre

pressure is low: it is not able to inflate

them.

Operating conditions

The system is active for speeds above

15 km/h. 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. Under special conditions

(e.g. vehicle loaded asymmetrically on

one side, towing a trailer, damaged

or worn tyre, fitting the space-saver

wheel, use of the "Fix&Go Automatic"

kit, fitting snow chains, fitting different

tyres on the axles) the system may

give false indications or be temporarily

deactivated.

If the system is temporarily deactivated,

the warning light flashes for about

75 seconds and then is continuously

on; at the same time, the display

shows a dedicated 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.

briefly press the button: the

display will show "Reset";

73) Insufficient tyre inflation increases fuel

consumption, reduces the tread duration

and may affect the capacity to drive safely.

press

button or

to select

(“Yes” or “No”);

briefly press the button: the

display will show "Confirm";

press

button or

to select

("Yes" to reset or "No" to exit the video

page);

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Traction Plus operation

TRACTION PLUS

SYSTEM

OCCUPANT

PROTECTION

SYSTEMS

Some of the most important safety

equipment of the vehicle comprise the

following protection systems:

seat belts;

The system is deactivated when

starting. To activate the "Traction Plus"

system, press the button (T+ fig. 136):

the LED on the button switches on.

The activation of the Traction Plus

system involves the following functions

being switched on:

inhibition of the ASR function, in

order to fully exploit the engine torque;

the differential locking effect on

the front axle, through the braking

system, to improve traction on irregular

grounds.

(for versions/markets, where provided)

Traction Plus is a driving aid, useful

for setting off in poor grip conditions

(snow, ice, mud, etc.) which allows the

drive force to be distributed in the best

way over the front axle when one wheel

is slipping.

SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) system;

head restraints;

child restraint systems;

Traction Plus acts by braking the

wheels with poor grip (or those

front, side airbag (for

slipping more than the others), thereby

transferring the drive force to those

which have greater grip on the ground.

This function can be activated manually

by pressing button T+ on the side

control panel fig. 136 and works at

speeds under 50 km/h. Over this

speed, it is automatically deactivated

(the LED on the button is still on) and it

is reactivated again when the speed is

below 50 km/h.

versions/markets, where provided).

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.

For the description of the head restraint

adjustment see the "Head restraints"

paragraph in the "Knowing your

vehicle" chapter.

If the "Traction Plus" system is faulty,

the "general failure" instrument panel

warning light

comes on steady.

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SEAT BELTS

USING THE SEAT BELTS

All the seats in the vehicle are equipped

with seat belts with three anchoring

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 to reduce the risk of impact

inside the passenger compartment

or of being projected outside the

vehicle. 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.

Always fasten the seat belts before

setting off.

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If the seat belt jams during removal, let

it rewind for a short stretch, then pull it

out again without jerking.

Press button (C) to release the seat

belt. Guide the safety belt while it is

rewinding to prevent it from twisting.

74)

The retractor may lock up when the

vehicle 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.

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N1 versions (4 seats) fig. 140

The seat belt should be worn keeping

the chest straight and rested against

the backrest.

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To fasten the seat belts, hold fastening

tongue (A) fig. 137 and insert it into

buckle (B), until it clicks into place.

The rear seat belts (for

versions/markets where provided)

must be worn as shown in fig. 138 or

fig. 140.

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WARNING The backrest is correctly

secured when the red band on the

backrest folding handles (A) fig. 139

disappears. The red band indicates

that the backrest is not secured.

4 = rear right seat (passenger) (for

versions/markets, where provided);

5 = front right seat (passenger status

for left-hand drive versions).

NOTE On versions equipped with sport

front seats, the indication of passenger

side seat belt fastened (warning light 1

for right-hand drive versions or warning

light 5 for left-hand drive versions) will

never be displayed.

SBR SYSTEM

(for versions/markets, where provided)

It consists of an acoustic warning

which, switching on the warning

lights in the trim located on the internal

rear view mirror, warns passengers in

the front and rear seats that their seat

belts are not fastened.

WARNING After putting the rear seats

(for versions/markets, where provided)

back to their normal operating position,

re-position the seat belt so that it is

immediately ready for the next use.

FRONT SEATS (warning

light 1 = driver and 5 =

passenger)

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Driver

If the driver is the only occupant of

the vehicle and the seat belt is not

fastened, when 20 km/h is exceeded

or when travelling at a speed from 10

to 20 km/h for longer than 5 seconds,

a buzzer sequence will be started

(front seats) consisting of a tone for 6

seconds followed by a 90 second

beep. The warning light will blink.

The warning lights will stay on

constantly at the end of the cycle until

the engine is stopped. The acoustic

warning will be interrupted immediately

when the driver’s seat belt is fastened

and the warning light will turn green.

The reminder cycle (acoustic and

visual) will be repeated as described

above and the red warning light will

WARNING

74) Never press button (C) fig. 137 when

travelling.

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75) Remember that in the event of a

violent impact 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.

76) Make sure the backrest is properly

secured at both sides (”red bands” not

visible) to prevent it moving forward in the

event of sharp braking, causing injuries to

passengers.

For long-term deactivation of the SBR

system, contact a Fiat Dealership.

The SBR system can be reactivated at

any time through the Setup Menu only

(see the "Multifunction display" chapter

in the “Knowing your vehicle” section).

The warning lights may be red or green

and operate as:

1 = front left seat (driver status for

left-hand drive versions)

2 = rear left seat (passenger) (for

versions/markets, where provided);

3 = middle rear seat (passenger) (for

versions/markets, where provided);

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flash if the seat belt is unfastened again

while travelling.

seats will switch off, irrespective of the

belt conditions (red or green).

which is not harmful and does not

involve any fire hazard.

Passenger

WARNING All warning lights will remain

off if all the seat belts (front and rear)

are already fastened when the ignition

key it turned to MAR.

The pretensioner does not require any

maintenance or lubrication.

Any changes to its original conditions

will invalidate its efficiency. If, due to

unusual natural events (floods, sea

storms, etc.), the device has been

affected by water and mud, it must

absolutely be replaced.

A similar solution applies for the front

passenger, with the difference that

the warning light turns green and the

warning is interrupted also when the

passenger leaves the vehicle.

It both front seat belts are unfastened

while the vehicle is travelling a few

seconds apart, the acoustic indication

will refer to the most recent event and

the two warning lights will proceed with

the visual indication independently.

WARNING All the warning lights will

come on when at least one belt

changes from fastened to unfastened

status or vice versa.

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15)

LOAD LIMITERS

PRE-TENSIONERS

(for versions/markets, where provided)

To increase occupant safety in an

accident, the front seat belt reels on

driver side and passenger side (for

versions/markets, where provided)

contain a device which controls the

force acting on the chest and shoulders

during the restraining action of the belts

in the event of a frontal collision.

REAR SEATS (warning

light 2, 3 and 4)

The reminder cycle is run only when

any seat belt is unfastened (red

blinking).

In this condition, the warning light

for the seat belt which has been

unfastened will start flashing red for

approximately 30 seconds. An acoustic

signal is also emitted.

The visual indication (blinking red) will

start and end independently for each

warning light if several seat belts are

unfastened. The

To increase the protective efficiency of

the front seat belts, the vehicle is fitted

with pretensioners. These devices, in

the event of a violent frontal collision

or side collision, rewind the seat belts

a few centimetres. In this way, they

ensure that the belts fit tightly to the

wearer before the restraining action

begins.

It is evident that the pretensioners

have been activated when the belt

withdraws toward the retractor.

GENERAL

INSTRUCTIONS FOR

USING THE SEAT BELTS

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.

WARNING To obtain the highest

warning light will become green when

the relevant seat belt is fastened again.

After about 30 seconds from the last

indication, the warning lights for rear

degree of protection from the action of

the pretensioner, wear the seat belt

tight to the chest and pelvis. A slight

discharge of smoke may be produced

during the activation of the pretensioner

Always fasten the seat belts before

setting off.

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of the passenger. Do not use devices

(clips, etc.) to hold the seat belt away

from your body.

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. 142).

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While pregnancy progresses, the driver

must adjust both the seat and the

steering wheel to ensure full control

of the vehicle (pedals and steering

wheel must be easily accessible). The

maximum clearance should be kept

between the abdomen and the steering

wheel.

SEAT BELTS

MAINTENANCE

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;

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 the

pretensioners were deployed;

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.

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WARNING 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. 144. In general, do not place

any objects between the person and

the belt.

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WARNING 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 (as shown

in fig. 143) rather than the abdomen

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old), since this is the most protected

position in the event of a collision.

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.

In Europe the characteristics of child

restraint systems are ruled by the

regulation ECE-R44, dividing them into

five weight groups:

CARRYING

CHILDREN SAFELY

WARNING

77) The pretensioner may be used only

once. After it is triggered, have it replaced

at a Fiat Dealership.

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 a sudden

manoeuvre.

78) For maximum safety, keep the seat

backrest 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 a crash.

79) 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.

80) 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.

IMPORTANT

15) Operations which lead to knocks,

vibrations or localised heating (over 100°C

for a maximum of 6 hours) in the area

around the pretensioners may cause

damage or trigger them. These devices

are not affected by vibrations caused by

irregularities of the road surface or low

obstacles such as kerbs, etc. Contact a

Fiat Dealership for any assistance.

Children must be seated safely

and comfortably. As far as the

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

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ꢀ

Group

Age

Weight groups

Size class / Fixing

ISO/L1

Group 0

Indicatively up to 9 months

up to 10 kg in weight

ISO/L2

ISO/R1

ISO/R2

ISO/R3

ISO/R2

ISO/R3

ISO/F2

ISO/F2X

ISO/F3

–

Group 0+

Indicatively up to 2 years

up to 13 kg in weight

Indicatively from 8 months to 4

years

Group 1

9 - 18 kg

Group 2

Group 3

Indicatively from 3 to 7 years

Indicatively from 6 to 12 years

15 - 25 kg

22 - 36 kg

–

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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.

The child restraint system is restrained

by the seat belts of the vehicle, as

shown in fig. 145 and it must restrain

the child in turn with its own belts.

Lineaccessori Fiat offers child restraint

systems for each weight group. These

devices are recommended, having

been specifically designed for Fiat cars.

146

F0T0007

WARNING For correct installation

on the car, some universal child

GROUP 2

Children from 15 to 25 kg may use

the seat belts of the vehicle directly

fig. 147.

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.

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 purchase.

145

F0T0006

GROUP 1

Children weighing from 9 to 18 kg may

be transported in forward facing child

restraint systems fig. 146.

81) 82) 83) 84)

INSTALLING A CHILD

RESTRAINT SYSTEM

WITH SEAT BELTS

85) 86) 87) 88) 89)

GROUP 0 and 0+

Infants up to 13 kg must be carried

with a rearward facing child restraint

system of the type shown in fig. 145

which, supporting the head, does not

induce stress on the neck in the event

of sudden decelerations.

147

F0T0008

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GROUP 3

rearward facing child restraint system, the

passenger side front airbag and side bag

(for versions/markets, where provided)

must be deactivated through the Setup

menu. Deactivation should be verified by

child restraint system before making any

adjustment.

For children between 22 and 36 kg,

there are dedicated restraint systems

that allow the seat belt to be worn

correctly.

The fig. 148 shows the correct child

positioning on the rear seat.

88) 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.

checking whether the

warning light

is switched on in the central dashboard.

Move the passenger's seat as far back

as possible to avoid contact between the

child seat and the dashboard.

89) The diagrams are indicative and

provided for assembly purposes only. Fit

the child restraint system according to the

instructions, which must be included.

83) 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).

84) Do not move the front or rear seat if

a child is seated on it or on the dedicated

child restraint system.

85) Incorrect fitting of the child restraint

system may result in an inefficient

INSTALLING AN

ISOFIX CHILD

RESTRAINT SYSTEM

148

F0T0009

(for versions/markets, where provided)

Children over 1.50 m in height can

wear seat belts like adults.

90) 91)

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.

86) 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. In this

way, in the event of sudden braking or an

accident, it will not cause injuries to the

occupants.

On some versions the external rear

seats are equipped with ISOFIX

WARNING

attachments, for fitting child restraint

systems quickly, simply and safely.

The ISOFIX system lets you install

the ISOFIX child restraining system

without using the vehicle seat belts but

connecting them directly to the vehicle

seat with three anchors in the vehicle.

81) SERIOUS DANGER: 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. 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.

87) After installing a child restraint system,

do not move the seat: always remove the

82) Should it be necessary to carry a child

on the passenger side front seat in a

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Traditional child restraint systems can

be fitted alongside Isofix child restraint

systems on different seats in the same

vehicle.

By way of example, fig. 149 shows

an example of a Universal Isofix child

restraint system for weight group: 1.

WARNING The fig. 149 is indicative

and for assembly purposes only. Fit the

child restraint system according to the

instructions, which must be included.

151

F0T0284

Remember that, in the case of

Universal Isofix child seats, you can use

all seats bearing the marking ECE R44

(R44/03 or later updates) "Universal

Isofix".

The Universal Isofix “Duo Plus” child

restraint system is available from

Lineaccessori MOPAR.

For any further details on

installation/use, refer to the instruction

manual for the child restraint system.

150

F0T0145

149

F0T0010

WARNING

To install an ISOFIX child restraint

system, attach it to the two metal

90) Fit the child restraint system only

when the vehicle is stationary. The child

restraint system is correctly fixed to the

brackets when you hear the click. Follow

the instructions for positioning, fitting and

removing which the child restraint system

manufacturer must supply together with

the restraint system. If a Universal/ISOFIX

child restraint system is not fixed to all

three anchorages, it will not be able to

anchorings (A) fig. 150 located where

the rear seat cushion meets the

backrest, then fix the upper strap

(available together with the restraint

system) to the dedicated anchoring (B)

fig. 151 located at the bottom behind

the backrest.

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protect the child correctly. In a crash, the

child could be seriously or fatally injured.

91) Never use the same lower anchorage

to attach more than one child restraint.

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^Cꢀ ^{hild restraint system installation}

The table provides guidelines on positioning child restraint systems on the vehicle seats.

Each position of the child restraint system complies with UNECE standards (valid only for

Fiorino Combi and Qubo version)

3

2

1

6

5

4

ꢀ

Number of seats

3

Seat number

1

2

4

5*

6

Airbag

ENABLED

DISABLED

Seat suitable for universal

rearward facing child

restraint systems

X

NO

YES (U)

X

YES (U)

Seat suitable for universal

forward facing child

restraint systems

X

NO

YES (UF)

NO (2)

NO

X

YES (UF)

NO (2)

NO

i-Size seat

Seat suitable for ISOFIX

side child restraint

systems (L1| L2)

Seat suitable for ISOFIX

rearward facing child

restraint system (R1 | R2 |

R3)

X

NO

YES (IL) (1)

X

YES (IL) (1)

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Number of seats

3

Seat number

1

2

4

5*

6

Airbag

ENABLED

DISABLED

Seat suitable for ISOFIX

forward facing child

restraint system (F2 | F2X |

F3)

X

NO

YES (IUF)

NO (2)

X

YES (IUF)

NO (2)

Seat suitable for auxiliary

child restraint systems (B2

/ B3)

NO

U = Position suitable for a "universal" child restraint system approved for this weight category.

UF = Position suitable for a "universal" forward facing child restraint system approved for this weight category.

IUF = Position suitable for an "ISOFIX" universal forward facing child restraint system approved for this weight category.

i-U = Position suitable for an i-Size "universal" forward facing or rearward facing child restraint system.

i-UF = Position suitable for an i-Size "universal" forward facing child restraint system.

IL = Position suitable for specific listed ISOFIX child restraint systems (CRS). These ISOFIX CRS are classified as "vehicle-specific", "restricted

use" and "semi-universal".

X = Not applicable. The seat is not approved for installation of child restraint systems.

* = Child restraint systems with support leg cannot be installed on this seat.

(1) = The ISOFIX child restraint system can be installed by adjusting the front seat (for R3 fixtures)

(2) = This vehicle is not approved for use with i-Size child restraint systems. Despite this, it may be possible to install an "i-Size" child restraint

system. Check compatibility of this vehicle with the child restraint system on the manufacturer's Internet website.

Remove/adjust the head restraint (if adjustable) if it interferes with installation of the child restraint system.

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handbook. Do not use second-hand

child restraint systems without

instructions.

Only one child is to be strapped

into each restraint system; never carry

two children using one child restraint

system.

Below is a summary of

the main safety rules

to be followed when

carrying children

Main recommendations to carry

children safely:

SUPPLEMENTARY

RESTRAINT SYSTEM

(SRS) - AIRBAG

The vehicle may be equipped with:

front driver airbag;

passenger front airbag;

Always check that the seat belts do

not rest on the child’s neck.

passenger chest-pelvis side bag.

The location of the airbags on the

vehicle is marked by the word

"AIRBAG" in the middle of the steering

wheel, on the dashboard, on the side

lining or on a label placed next to the

airbag deployment area.

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.

FRONT AIRBAGS

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F0T0505

Never carry children on your lap,

even newborns. No-one can hold a

child in the case of a crash.

The vehicle is fitted with front

Install the child restraint systems

airbags for driver and passenger (for

versions/markets, where provided).

The front driver/passenger airbags (for

versions/markets, where provided) are

designed to 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 in other

types of collisions (side collisions, rear

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

malfunction.

on the rear seat, which is the most

protected position in the event of an

impact.

If the vehicle 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 connected.

The rear head restraint can be

removed if needed to install a child

restraint system. The headrest must

always be fitted in the vehicle if the

seat is used by an adult passenger or

a child sitting in a restraint system

without a backrest.

Keep children in rearward facing

child restraint systems for as long as

possible, until 3–4 years old if possible.

If the passenger's front airbag

is deactivated always check the

warning light always lighted on

the central dashboard fig. 152 to

make sure that it has actually been

deactivated.

Carefully follow the instructions

supplied with the child restraint system.

Keep the instructions in the vehicle

along with the other papers and this

An electronic control unit will make

the bag inflate in the event of a frontal

impact.

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non-deployment does not indicate a

system malfunction.

in the centre of the steering wheel

fig. 153.

The bag will inflate instantaneously

placing itself between the front

occupants body and the structures

which could cause injury. It will deflate

immediately afterwards.

Front driver/passenger airbags (for

versions/markets, where provided)

are not a replacement for, but rather

a complement to, the seat belts,

which should be worn at all times as

specified by law in Europe and most

non-European countries.

92)

PASSENGER'S FRONT

AIRBAG

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The driver's and passenger's front

airbags have been designed and

calibrated to protect front seat

occupants wearing seat belts. At

their maximum inflation, their volume

fills most of the space between the

steering wheel and the driver and

between the dashboard and the

passenger.

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.

Front airbags may not activate in the

following situations:

frontal impacts against highly

deformable objects not involving the

front surface of the vehicle (e.g. wing

collision against guard rail, etc.);

vehicle wedging under other vehicles

or protective barriers (e.g. trucks or

guard rails);

Failure to activate in the conditions

described above is due to the fact

that they may not provide any

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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F0T0033

This consists of an instantly

inflating bag contained in a special

compartment in the dashboard

fig. 154: this bag has a larger volume

than the driver's.

FRONT AIRBAG

DRIVER'S SIDE

93)

PASSENGER'S FRONT

AIRBAG AND CHILD

RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

Rearward-facing child restraint systems

must NEVER be fitted on the front seat

with an active passenger's airbag since

in the event of an impact the airbag

activation may cause fatal injuries to the

transported child.

additional protection compared with

seat belts, so their activation would

be inappropriate. In these cases,

153

F0T0052

This consists of an instant-inflating bag

contained in a special compartment

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ALWAYS comply with the instructions

on the label stuck on the passenger

side sun visor fig. 155.

provided) are activated again, the

warning light switches off. The warning

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.

light

on the central dashboard

fig. 156 shows the passenger

protection status.

Passenger protection active: the

LED

is off.

Passenger protection deactivated:

the LED

light.

switches on with a steady

155

F0T0950

WARNING

Manual deactivation of

front passenger airbag

and chest-pelvis side

bag

(for versions/markets, where provided)

If a child must necessarily be carried

on the front seat in a rear-facing child

restraint system, the front passenger

airbag and chest-pelvis side bag (for

versions/markets, where provided) can

be deactivated.

92) Do not apply stickers or other objects

to the steering wheel, the dashboard in the

passenger side airbag area and the seats.

Never put objects (e.g. mobile phones) on

the passenger side of the dashboard since

they could interfere with correct inflation

of the passenger airbag and also cause

serious injury to the passengers.

93) SERIOUS DANGER: 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. 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

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F0T0505

When the vehicle is started (key in MAR

position), the warning light turns on for

approx. 8 seconds, provided that at

least 5 seconds have elapsed from the

previous switching off. If not, contact a

Fiat Dealership.

If the vehicle 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 vehicle off, wait at least 5 seconds

and switch it on again.

WARNING To manually deactivate the

front passenger airbag and chest-pelvis

side bag (for versions/markets where

provided), refer to the "Display"

During the first 8 seconds, the

paragraph in the "Knowing the

activation of the warning light does not

actually show the passenger protection

status, but only checks its correct

operation.

instrument panel" chapter. When the

passenger front airbag and chest-pelvis

side bag (for versions/markets where

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as the child restraint system has been

removed.

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PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AIRBAG AND CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: IMPORTANT

157

F1A0387

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be deployed if the vehicle is subject to

heavy knocks or accidents involving the

underbody area, such as for example

violent shocks against steps, kerbs

or low obstacles, or the vehicle falling

into big potholes or depressions in the

road.

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.

Furthermore, the surface of the

deployed bag and the interior of the

vehicle may be covered in a dusty

residue: this may irritate your skin and

eyes. Wash with mild soap and water in

the event of exposure.

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.

Every control, repair and replacement

operation concerning the airbags must

be carried out only at Fiat Dealerships.

If you are having the vehicle scrapped,

have the airbag system deactivated

at a Fiat Dealership first. If the vehicle

changes ownership, the new owner

must be informed of the method of use

of airbags and the above warnings and

also be given this "Owner Handbook".

Pretensioners, front airbags and front

side bags are deployed differently

SIDE BAGS

(for versions/markets, where provided)

SIDE BAGS

(for versions/markets, where provided)

On some versions, the vehicle may be

fitted with driver and passenger chest-

pelvis protection side bags.

Side bags protect occupants from side

collisions of medium/high severity by

placing the bag between the occupant

and the internal parts of the side

structure of the vehicle.

Non-activation of side bags in other

types of collisions (front collisions, rear

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

malfunction.

An electronic control unit causes

the bags to inflate in the event of a

side-on collision. The bags inflate

instantaneously, placing themselves

between the occupant's body and the

structures which could cause injury.

They deflate immediately afterwards.

Side bags are not a replacement of,

but rather a complement to, seat

belts, which you are recommended to

wear at all times, as specified by law

in Europe and most non-European

countries.

For this reason, the seat belt must

be worn at all times. In the case of

side collisions, the seat belts hold the

occupant in the correct position and

prevent them from being thrown out of

the car by a very violent collision.

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F0T0180

This consists of an instant inflating

bag housed in the front seat backrest

fig. 158. It protects the chest and the

pelvis of the passengers in the event of

a side impact of medium-high severity.

WARNING In the event of a side crash,

the system provides best protection

if the passenger sits on the seat in a

correct position, thus allowing correct

side bag deployment.

WARNING Do not wash the seats with

water or pressurised steam (wash by

hand or at automatic seat washing

stations).

IMPORTANT NOTES

The front airbags and/or side bags (for

versions/markets, where provided) may

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according to the type of collision.

Failure to activate one or more of the

devices does not indicate a system

malfunction.

falls between the two levels, normally, only

the pretensioners will be activated.

103) 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.

99) If the ignition device is at MAR, even if

the engine is switched off, airbags may be

deployed when the vehicle is moving and

hit by another vehicle. Therefore, even if

the car is stationary, when an active front

passenger airbag is fitted, DO NOT install

rear 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 ignition device is set 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.

94) 95) 96) 97) 98) 99) 100) 101) 102) 103)

WARNING

94) There may be a fault in the retaining

systems if the warning light

does not

light up when the key is turn on or remains

on while travelling (on some versions with

a message on the display). In this case,

the airbags or the pretensioners may not

be activated in the case of an accident

or (in a lesser number of cases) they may

be activated incorrectly. Contact a Fiat

Dealership immediately to have the system

checked.

95) Always drive with your hands on the

steering wheel rim so that the airbag can

inflate freely if necessary. Do not drive with

your body bent forward. Keep the back of

your seat upright and lean back into it.

96) In some versions, in case of LED

100) Have the airbag system checked by

a Fiat Dealership if the vehicle was stolen,

if theft was attempted, or if the vehicle was

subjected to vandalism or flooding.

failure

(located on the plate of the

instrument panel), the warning light

on

101) When the ignition key is turned to

the console turns on and the passenger

side airbags are deactivated.

MAR, the

warning light (with front

passenger side airbag activated) on the

central dashboard switches on for a few

seconds as a reminder that the passenger

airbag will be deployed in the event of a

crash, then it should switch off.

102) The front airbag deployment

threshold is higher than that of the

pretensioners. For impacts whose intensity

97) On cars with side bags, do not cover

the front seat backrests with extra covers.

98) Do not travel with objects in your lap,

in front of your chest or held in your mouth

(e.g., pipe, pencil etc.). They could cause

severe injury if the airbag is deployed in a

crash.

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