Get SAFETY Guide for Fiat Punto SUV 2011-2018

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 ............ 57

DRIVING ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS .. 59

OCCUPANT PROTECTION

SYSTEMS ....................................... 61

SEAT BELTS ................................... 61

SBR (SEAT BELT REMINDER)

SYSTEM ......................................... 62

PRE-TENSIONERS ......................... 63

CHILD PROTECTION SYSTEMS..... 65

SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT

SYSTEM (SRS) - AIRBAG................ 71

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MBA (Mechanical Brake

Assist) SYSTEM

(for versions/markets, where provided)

System intervention: is indicated by

the flashing of the warning light

ACTIVE SAFETY

SYSTEMS

on the instrument panel, to inform the

driver that the vehicle is in critical

stability and grip conditions.

ABS (Anti-lock Braking

System)

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This system (which cannot be

This system, which is an integral part of

the braking system, prevents one or

more wheels from locking and slipping

in all road surface conditions,

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.

HH (Hill Holder) SYSTEM

This system is an integral part of the

ESC system and facilitates starting on

slopes. It activates automatically uphill:

with vehicle stationary, on a road with

a gradient higher than 5%, engine

running, brake pedal pressed

irrespective of the intensity of the

braking action, ensuring that the vehicle

can be controlled even during

emergency braking. The ABS also

includes the following systems: EBD

(Electronic Braking Force Distribution)

and HBA (Hydraulic Brake Assist).

System intervention: can be detected

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.

and gearbox in neutral, or gear different

from reverse engaged; downhill: the

Hill Holder function activates

ESC (Electronic Stability

Control) SYSTEM

(for versions/markets, where provided)

automatically with vehicle stationary, on

a road with a gradient higher than

5%, engine running, brake pedal

pressed and reverse engaged.

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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. The ESC system

switches on automatically when the

engine is started and cannot be

switched off.

IMPORTANT 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.

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acceleration on slippery, snowy or icy

roads, etc. Depending on the slipping

conditions, two different control

systems are activated: if both drive

wheels skid, the ASR function

intervenes by reducing the power

transmitted by the engine while if only

one of the drive wheels skids, the

system intervenes by automatically

braking the wheel that is skidding.

Engagement/disengagement of the

ASR system

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. If the vehicle has not

departed after this time, the system will

deactivate automatically by gradually

releasing the brake force. During this

release stage, the typical mechanical

brake release noise can be heard,

indicating that the vehicle is about to

move.

When the system is not active, the LED

on the same button turns on and, on

some versions, a dedicated message

appears on the display.

If the ASR is deactivated whilst driving,

the next time the engine is started

the ASR will be automatically activated.

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

setting off gives you better traction.

The ASR system switches on

automatically each time the engine is

started. Whilst driving, the ASR can be

switched off and subsequently

switched on again by pressing the ASR

OFF button fig. 46.

WARNING

NOTE The Hill Holder system is not

active with parking brake engaged.

51) The ABS exploits the grip available to

the full, but it cannot improve it. Therefore,

you should take great care when driving

on slippery surfaces, without taking

unnecessary risks.

IMPORTANT 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, with the vehicle

parked in safe conditions.

52) When the ABS intervenes and you

notice the brake pedal pulsating, do not be

afraid to keep the pedal pushed down.

This will help you to stop in the shortest

distance possible, depending on the road

conditions.

ASR (AntiSlip

Regulation) SYSTEM

53) If the ABS intervenes, it means you

have almost reached the grip limit between

the tyres and the road surface: slow down

to make sure you can use the available

grip.

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It is an integral part of the ESC system.

It automatically operates reducing the

power transmitted by the engine in

the event of drive wheels slipping, loss

of grip on wet roads (aquaplaning),

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54) If only the

warning light on the

60) 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

DRIVING

ASSISTANCE

SYSTEMS

instrument panel switches on (along with a

message in the multifunction display, for

versions/markets, where provided) stop the

vehicle immediately and contact the

nearest Fiat Dealership. Leakage of

hydraulic fluid from the braking system will

compromise the operation of the braking

system, whether it is of the conventional

type or with ABS.

iTPMS (indirect Tyre

Pressure Monitoring

System)

61) The HBA system cannot prevent

accidents, including those due to excessive

speed on bends, travelling on low-grip

surfaces or aquaplaning.

(for versions/markets, where provided)

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

who must always pay full attention while

driving. The responsibility always rests with

the driver. The features of the HBA system

must never be tested in imprudent or

dangerous ways, with the possibility of

putting the safety of the driver, occupants

or other road users at risk.

The vehicle can be equipped with the

iTPMS (indirect Tire Pressure

55) 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

pressed.

Monitoring System) which monitors the

tyre inflation status thanks to wheel

speed sensors.

56) For the correct operation of the ESC

and ASR systems, 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.

The system warns the driver if one or

more tyres are flat by switching on

the

warning light constantly and by

displaying a dedicated message. If

one tyre only is flat, the system can

indicate its position: it is in any case

recommended to check the pressure

on all four tyres. This indication is

displayed also when turning the engine

off and on again until the Reset

procedure is carried out.

57) If the space-saver wheel is used,

the ESC system keeps operating. Always

remember that the space-saver wheel,

being smaller than the original wheel,

provides less grip.

58) Do not take unnecessary risks, even if

your vehicle is fitted with the ESC and

ASR systems. Your driving style must

always be suited to the road conditions,

visibility and traffic. The driver is ultimately

responsible for road safety.

Reset procedure

The iTPMS needs an initial "self-

59) For the correct operation of the ASR

system, 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.

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.

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The Reset procedure must be carried

out:

hold the MENU/

button down

This indication is displayed also after

the engine has been switched off and

then on again if the correct operating

conditions are not restored.

to go back to the standard screen

or main menu, depending on where you

are in the menu.

each time the tyre pressure is

modified or when even a single tyre is

replaced;

At the end of the Reset procedure the

display will show the "Reset saved"

message, indicating that the "self-

learning" has been started.

when tyres are rotated/inverted;

WARNING

when the space-saver wheel is

fitted.

63) If the system signals a pressure

decrease on a specific tyre, it is

recommended to check the pressure on all

four tyres.

Working conditions

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).

The system is active for speeds above

15 km/h.

64) iTPMS does not relieve the driver from

the obligation to check the tyre pressure

every month; it is not even to be

considered a replacing system for

maintenance or a safety system.

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

If the Reset procedure is not carried

out, in all above cases, the

warning

65) 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.

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:

press the MENU/

button briefly:

66) 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.

the display will show the wording

"Reset";

press the + button or the button to

select ("Yes" or "No");

deactivated.

If the system is temporarily deactivated

67) The system only warns that the tyre

pressure is low: it is not able to inflate

them.

press the MENU/

button briefly:

the

warning light flashes for about

the display will show the wording

"Confirm";

75 seconds and then is continuously on

(at the same time, the display shows a

dedicated message).

68) Insufficient tyre inflation increases fuel

consumption, reduces the tread duration

and may affect the capacity to drive safely.

press the + button or the – button to

select ("Yes" to "Reset" or "No" to exit

the screen);

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Press button C fig. 47 to release the

belt. Guide the belt while it is rewinding

to prevent it from twisting. The retractor

may lock when the vehicle is parked

on a steep slope: this is perfectly

normal. Furthermore, the reel

OCCUPANT

PROTECTION

SYSTEMS

SEAT BELTS

All vehicle seats are equipped with seat

belts with three anchor points and a

retractor. The retractor mechanism

operates locking the belt in the event of

sharp braking or strong deceleration

due to an impact.

some of the most important safety

equipment of the vehicle comprise the

following protection systems:

mechanism locks the belt if it is pulled

sharply or in the event of sudden

braking, collisions and high-speed

bends

seat belts;

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

SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) system;

head restraints;

child restraint systems;

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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.

compartment and 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.

For the description of the head restraint

adjustment see the "Head restraints"

paragraph in the "Knowing your

vehicle" chapter.

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The seat belt should be worn keeping

the chest straight and rested against

the backrest.

The rear seat is fitted with inertia seat

belts with three anchor points and a

retractor. After sitting down, wear

the rear seat belts as shown in fig. 48

(4-seater versions) / fig. 49 (5-seater

versions).

USING THE SEAT BELTS

To fasten the seat belts, hold tongue A

fig. 47 and insert it into buckle B, until

it clicks into place. On removal, if the

belt jams, let it rewind for a short

stretch, then pull it out again without

jerking.

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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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71) Make sure the backrest is properly

secured at both sides to prevent it moving

forward and causing injuries to passengers

in the event of sharp braking.

SBR (Seat Belt

Reminder) SYSTEM

(for versions/markets, where provided)

72) The backrest is correctly secured when

the red band next to the handles

disappears. The “red band” indicates that

the backrest is not secured. When

returning the backrest to its normal

position, make sure that it is correctly

fastened and that you hear it click into

place.

It includes a device with an acoustic

warning which, along with the

warning light flashing in the

instrument panel, warns the driver and

passenger that they have not fastened

their seat belts.

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Contact a Fiat Dealership to deactivate

this acoustic warning permanently.

With a digital display, the SBR system

can be reactivated only at a Fiat

Dealership. With multifunction display,

the SBR system can also be

reactivated through the display Setup

Menu.

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WARNING

69) Never press button C fig. 47 when

travelling.

70) 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.

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LOAD LIMITERS

PRE-TENSIONERS

To increase occupant safety, the front

seat belt retractors 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.

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26)

The vehicle is equipped with front seat

belt pretensioners, which draw back

the seat belts by several centimetres in

the event of a strong frontal impact.

This guarantees the perfect adherence

of the seat belts to the occupant's

bodies before the retention action

begins. It is evident that the

GENERAL

INSTRUCTIONS FOR

USING THE SEAT BELTS

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The seat belt 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. 51) rather than the

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

pretensioners have been activated

when the safety belt withdraws toward

the retractor.

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

abdomen of the occupant. Do not use

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

away from your body.

abdomen (see fig. 50). 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

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/or mud, contact

a Fiat Dealership to have it replaced.

accessed). The maximum clearance

should be kept between the abdomen

and the steering wheel.

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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76) If the belt has been sharply pulled, for

example as the result of an accident, the

seat belt, together with the anchoring

devices, the anchoring device fixing screws

and the pretensioner must be completely

replaced. Even if the belt does not present

any exterior signs of wear or damage, it

may have lost its restraining properties.

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.

52). In general, do not place any

objects between the person and the

belt.

replace the 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. Replace the seat belt also

when it shows wear or cuts;

prevent the retractors from getting

wet: their correct operation is only

guaranteed if water does not get inside.

WARNING

26) 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 cause

damage or make it deploy. Contact a Fiat

Dealership should intervention be

WARNING

73) The pretensioner may be used only

once. Contact a Fiat Dealership to have it

replaced after it has been deployed.

necessary on these components.

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74) For maximum safety, keep the 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 and even

death in the event of an accident.

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SEAT BELTS

MAINTENANCE

For keeping the seat belts in efficient

conditions, carefully observe the

following warnings:

75) 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.

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;

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Children must be seated safely and

comfortably. Depending on the

characteristics of the child restraint

systems used, you are advised to keep

children in rearward facing child

restraint systems 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.

CHILD PROTECTION

SYSTEMS

Group

Weight groups

9 - 18 kg

Group 1

Group 2

Group 3

CARRYING CHILDREN

SAFELY

15 - 25 kg

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22 - 36 kg

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

All restraint devices must bear the

certification data, together with the

control mark, on a label solidly fixed to

the child restraint system which must

never be removed.

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 vehicle by means

of the seat belts or with the ISOFIX

anchorages.

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.

Lineaccessori MOPAR_®includes child

restraint systems for each weight

group. These devices are

recommended having been specifically

designed for Fiat vehicles.

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.

FITTING A UNIVERSAL

CHILD RESTRAINT

SYSTEM WITH SEAT

BELTS

Statistics on accidents indicate that the

rear seats offer greater safety for

children.

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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.

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.

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

Weight groups

up to 10 kg in

weight

Group 0

up to 13 kg in

weight

Group 0+

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Group 0 and 0+

Group 3

Babies up to 13 kg must be carried

with a rear facing child restraint system

of a type as shown in fig. 53 which,

supporting the head, does not induce

stress on the neck in the event of

sudden decelerations.

For children between 22 kg and 36 kg,

there are boosters which allow the

seat belt to be worn correctly.

The fig. 56 shows the correct child

positioning on the rear seat.

The child restraint system is secured by

the vehicle seat belts, as shown in fig.

53 and it must restrain the child in

turn with its own belts.

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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 never the neck, and

the lower part is snug on the pelvis not

the abdomen.

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Children over 1.50m in height can wear

seat belts like adults.

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Group 1

Children weighing from 9 to 18 kg may

be transported in forward facing child

restraint systems fig. 54.

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Group 2

Children from 15 to 25 kg may use the

vehicle seat belts directly fig. 55.

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PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS ON UNIVERSAL CHILD

RESTRAINT SYSTEM USE

The car complies with the new European Directive 2000/3/EC which governs the arrangement possibilities for child restraints

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

Positioning the “Universal” child restraint system

Front passenger (**)

Rear central

Rear side

passenger (*)

Group

Weight groups

Passenger airbags

off

Passenger airbags

on

passengers

Group 0, 0+

Group 1

up to 13 kg

9-18 kg

X

U

X

U

Group 2

15-25 kg

22-36 kg

U

Group 3

(*) For versions/markets, where provided.

X = Seat not suitable for children in this weight category

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

(**) 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 seat in the front passenger seat, first deactivate the relative airbag (see instructions in the paragraph

“Supplementary protection system (SRS) – Airbag”).

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INSTALLING AN ISOFIX

CHILD CARSEAT

84) 85) 86) 87)

The vehicle 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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As an example, fig. 59 shows an

example of a Universal ISOFIX child

restraint system for weight group 1.

alongside ISOFIX child restraint systems

on different seats in the same vehicle.

In order to install an ISOFIX child

restraint system, secure it using the

lower metal rings A fig. 57 located

between the seat backrest and the rear

cushion, then secure the upper belt

(provided with the child restraint

system) to the anchorage B fig. 58

located behind the seat backrest, next

to the child restraint system.

IMPORTANT The fig. 59 is indicative

and for assembly purposes only. Fit the

child restraint system according to

the instructions, which must be

included.

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.

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IMPORTANT The rear central seat (for

versions where provided) and the

passenger front seat are not approved

for any type of Isofix child restraint

system.

The other weight groups are covered

by specific ISOFIX child restraint

systems, which can be used only if

specifically tested for this vehicle (see

list of vehicles provided with the child

restraint system).

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SUITABILITY OF PASSENGER SEATS FOR ISOFIX CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM USE

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

anchorages 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

IL

Group 0+ up to 13 kg

D

IL (*)

IL

C

D

IL (*)

IL

C

B

Group 1 from 9 up to 18 kg

IUF

B1

A

IL = suitable for special Isofix type child restraint systems and tested for this type of vehicle.

IL (*) = suitable for special Isofix type child restraint systems and tested for this type of vehicle. The seat can be installed by moving the front seat forward.

IL= suitable for special Isofix type child restraint systems and tested for this type of vehicle.

IUF = suitable for forward facing Isofix child restraint systems, universal class (fitted with third upper mounting), approved for the relevant weight group.

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78) 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 label on the sun visor (see the

"Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) -

Airbag" paragraph).

Main recommendations to carry

children safely

Always check that the seat belt is

well fastened by pulling on it.

Install the child restraint systems on

the rear seat, which is the most

protected position in the event of an

impact.

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.

Keep children in rearward facing

child restraint systems for as long as

possible, until 3–4 years old if possible.

79) 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

Never carry children on your lap,

even newborns. No one can hold

a child in the case of an accident.

Should a rearward facing child

restraint system be installed on the rear

seats, it is advisable to position it as

far forward as the position of the front

seat allows.

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

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.

If the passenger's front airbag is

deactivated, always check that the

warning light is on constantly in the

central dashboard, to make sure that

it has actually been deactivated.

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

child is seated on it or on the dedicated

child restraint system.

connected.

81) 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.

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 restraint systems without

instructions.

WARNING

77) 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 an accident 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.

82) 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 case of sudden braking or an

accident, it will not cause injuries to the

occupants.

Only one child is to be strapped into

each restraint system; never carry two

children using one child restraint

system.

Always check that the seat belts do

not rest on the child’s neck.

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83) 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 airbags are

not a replacement of but

SUPPLEMENTARY

RESTRAINT SYSTEM

(SRS) - AIRBAG

complementary to the seat belts, which

should always be worn, as specified

by law in Europe and most non-

European countries.

84) Always make sure that the chest

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.

The vehicle is equipped with:

front driver airbag;

front passenger airbag;

In the event of an impact, those not

wearing a seat belt are projected

forwards, and may come into contact

with the bag which is still inflating.

The protection offered by the bag is

compromised in these circumstances.

The front airbags may not activate in

the case of a frontal impact against

highly deformable objects not involving

the front surface of the vehicle (e.g.

wing collision against guard rail) or in

the case of the vehicle 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.

driver side knee bag (for versions/

markets, where provided);

front driver and passenger side bags

for protecting the chest and pelvis (for

versions/markets, where provided);

85) Do not use the same lower anchorage

to install more than one child restraint

system.

side bags for protecting the heads of

occupants of the front and rear seats

(window bags) (for versions/markets,

where provided).

86) If a Universal ISOFIX child restraint

system is not fixed to all three anchorages,

it will not be able to protect the child

correctly. In a crash, the child could be

seriously or fatally injured.

FRONT AIRBAGS

87) 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.

88)

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.

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The driver's and passenger's front

airbags have been designed and

calibrated to protect front seat

Passenger side front airbag

This consists of an instantly inflating

bag contained in a special recess in the

dashboard fig. 61; this bag has a larger

volume than that of the driver's.

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. 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 frontal impacts

they guarantee correct positioning

of the passenger.

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Driver side knee bag

(for versions/markets, where provided)

This is located in a dedicated

compartment under the steering wheel

fig. 63. It provides additional protection

in the event of a frontal impact.

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Front airbag driver's side

Passenger side front airbag and

child restraint systems

89)

This consists of an instantly inflating

90) 91)

bag contained in a special

compartment in the centre of the

steering wheel fig. 60.

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 the passenger

side sun visor (see the figure).

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DISABLING THE

briefly press the MENU/

button,

PASSENGER AIRBAG:

FRONT CHEST AND

PELVIS PROTECTION

AIRBAG AND FRONT

SIDE AIRBAG (SIDE BAG)

(for versions/markets, where provided)

a message confirming the selection

will be displayed and you will return to

the menu screen or, pressing the button

for longer, you will return to the

standard screen without saving.

92)

Rotating the starting device to MAR,

the

warning light comes on for a few

If a child must be carried on the front

seat in a rear-facing child restraint

system, deactivate the passenger side

front airbag and front side bag.

seconds. If not, contact a Fiat

Dealership.

During the first seconds, the activation

of the warning light

does not actually

The

warning light will stay on

show the passenger protection status,

but only tests its correct operation.

Following the check, which lasts a few

constantly until the passenger side front

airbag and the front side bag are

reactivated.

seconds, if the

warning light is on,

Airbag deactivation procedure

it indicates passenger airbag protection

status (passenger protection

deactivated: warning light on

constantly / passenger protection

activated: warning light off).

Proceed as follows, using the display

Setup Menu:

press the MENU/

button and,

after the “Pass bag: Off" (to deactivate)

message or the "Pass bag: On” (to

activate) message is displayed, using

the + and – buttons, press the MENU/

button again;

the display shows the confirmation

request message: press the + or –

buttons and select "Yes" (to confirm

activation/deactivation) or "No" (to

abort);

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PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AIRBAG AND CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: IMPORTANT

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SIDE AIRBAGS

The front and/or side airbags may

activate in the event of sharp impacts

to the underbody of the vehicle (e.g.

impact with steps, pavements, potholes

or road bumps etc.).

to protect the head of front and rear

occupants in the event of a side

collision, thanks to the wide cushion

inflation surface.

To help increase occupants protection

in the event of a side impact, the

vehicle is equipped with front side bags

(for versions/markets, where provided)

and window bag (for versions/markets,

where provided).

When the airbag deploys it emits a

small amount of dust: the dust is

harmless and does not indicate the

beginning of a fire. The dust may irritate

the skin and eyes however: in this

case, wash with neutral soap

and water.

Side bag

(for versions/markets, where provided)

93)

These consist of two instantly inflating

bags located in the front seat backrests

fig. 65 that protect the chest and pelvis

of the occupants in the event of a

Airbag checking, repair and

replacement must be carried out at a

Fiat Dealership.

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side impact of medium/high severity.

If the vehicle is scrapped, have the

airbag system deactivated at a Fiat

Dealership.

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.

Pretensioners and airbags are deployed

in different ways on the basis of the

type of collision. Failure to activate one

or more of the devices does not

indicate a system malfunction.

The deployment of side bags in the

event of side impacts of low severity is

not required.

105)

94) 95) 96) 97) 98) 99) 100) 101) 103) 104)

WARNING

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IMPORTANT NOTES

Do not wash the seats with water or

pressurised steam (wash by hand or at

automatic seat washing stations).

Window bag

(for versions/markets, where provided)

88) Do not apply stickers or other objects

on the steering wheel, on the dashboard in

the passenger side airbag area, on side

upholstery on the roof or on 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.

102)

This consists of a "curtain" bag housed

behind the roof side linings and covered

by special trims fig. 66. It is designed

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89) Always drive with your hands on the

rim of the steering wheel so that the airbag

can inflate freely if required. Do not drive

with your body bent forward. Keep your

back straight against the backrest.

94) 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.

97) The

warning light indicates the

passenger side airbag protection status. If

the warning light is off, passenger's airbag

protection is active: to deactivate it, use the

Setup Menu (in this case the LED lights

up). When the vehicle is started (ignition

key turned to the 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 vehicle

is switched off/on again in less than 5

seconds, the warning light remains off. In

this case, to check correct warning light

operation, switch the vehicle off, wait

at least 5 seconds and switch it 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.

95) If the car has been stolen or in

the event of an attempt to steal it, if it has

been subjected to vandalism or floods,

have the airbag system checked by a Fiat

Dealership.

90) 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 an accident could cause fatal injuries to

the child regardless of the severity of the

impact. 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.

96) 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.

98) In some versions, in case of a LED

failure (located on the plate of the

instrument panel), the

the instrument panel turns on and the

passenger side airbags are deactivated.

warning light on

91) If, when the key is turned to MAR, the

warning light does not switch on or

stays on whilst driving, a fault may have

occurred in the restraint systems. In this

case the airbags or pretensioners may not

be deployed in an impact or, in a lower

number of cases, they may be deployed

accidentally. Contact a Fiat Dealership

immediately to have the system checked.

99) During the first seconds after starting

the vehicle (ignition key turned to the MAR

position), the

not show the actual passenger protection

status, but is only to check that it operates

correctly. After a test of a few seconds,

LED coming on does

the LED will indicate the status of the

passenger airbag protection.

92) When an active passenger airbag is

fitted, NEVER 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 collision.

100) 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.

93) On cars with side bags, do not cover

the front seat backrests with extra covers.

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101) The airbag does not replace seat

belts but increases their efficiency.

Because front airbags are not deployed for

low-speed crashes, side collisions,

rear-end shunts or rollovers, occupants are

protected, in addition to any side bags,

only by their seat belts, which must

therefore always be fastened.

102) Never rest head, arms and elbows on

the doors, on the windows and in the

side air bag head protection area (Window

Bag) to prevent possible injuries during

inflation phase.

103) Do not affix rigid objects to the

garment hooks or support handles.

104) Never lean your head, arms or elbows

out of the window.

105) The flashing

a possible

case, the

warning light indicates

warning light fault. In this

warning light may not indicate

a possible problem with the airbag

restraint system. Contact a Fiat Dealership

immediately to have the system

checked.

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