Fiat Tipo 4Door (2021 year). Manual in english — page 8

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those set in the system by pressing the

accelerator pedal. In this situation, the

device does not turn off automatically,

but the device’s functions are limited: it

is therefore recommended to turn it off.

CHANGING THE SPEED

Increasing speed

After having set the device, the stored

speed can be stored by holding the

SET + button pressed.

Press the SET + button once

, the set

speed will increase by 1 km/h (or the

equivalent in mph).
Each subsequent touch of the button

will increase the speed by 1 km/h (or

the equivalent in mph).

Hold the SET + button down

, the set

speed will increase in 10 km/h steps (or

the equivalent in mph) until the button

is released. The set speed increase is

shown on the display.

Decreasing speed

After having set the device, the stored

speed can be reduced by holding the

SET

–

button pressed.

Press the SET

–

button once

, the

set speed will decrease by 1 km/h (or

the equivalent in mph).
Each subsequent touch of the button

will reduce the speed by 1 km/h (or the

equivalent in mph).

Hold the SET

–

button down

, the

set speed will decrease in 10 km/h

steps (or the equivalent in mph) until

the button is released. The set speed

decrease is shown on the display.
IMPORTANT NOTES
By keeping the accelerator pedal

depressed, the car can continue to

accelerate beyond the set speed. In

this case, press the SET + (or SET

–

)

button to set the speed to the current

speed of the car.
When the SET

–

button is pressed to

reduce the speed, the braking system

intervenes automatically if the exhaust

brake does not slow the car down

sufficiently to reach the set speed.
The device holds the set speed uphill

and downhill; however a slight variation

is entirely normal, particularly on slight

gradients.
For versions with manual transmission,

gears can be shifted during operation

of the device to allow to select the gear

suited to the set speed and keep the

device set.
The device is cancelled when you press

and hold the clutch pedal down or

putting the gear lever in the neutral

position for more than a certain time

limit.
The device is switched off while driving

if the brakes overheat.

ACCELERATING WHEN

OVERTAKING

If driving behind a vehicle at a speed

above 50 km/h with the Adaptive

Cruise Control on, when the direction

indicator is turned on, the device

provides additional acceleration to aid

overtaking.
For left-hand drive vehicles, the

overtaking aid is activated when the left

direction indicator is turned on, while

for right-hand vehicles it is activated by

the right direction indicator.
In left-hand traffic, the overtaking

assist function is only active when the

left-hand lane is used for overtaking the

vehicle ahead (the opposite activation

logic is used in right-hand traffic

countries).
The device detects the direction of

traffic automatically when the car

passes from left-hand traffic to right-

hand traffic. In this case, the overtaking

assist function is only active when the

reference vehicle is overtaken on the

right.
The additional acceleration is activated

when the driver uses the right direction

indicator.
In this condition, the device no longer

provides the overtaking assist function

on the left-hand side until it determines

that the car has returned to left-hand

traffic conditions.

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RECALLING THE SPEED

Once the system has been cancelled

but not deactivated, if a speed was

previously set simply press the RES

(Resume) button and remove your foot

from the accelerator to recall it.
The system will be set to the last stored

speed.
Before returning to the previously set

speed, bring the speed close to that

value, press the RES (Resume) button

and then release it.

WARNING The recall function must

only be used if the road and traffic

conditions so allow. Recalling an

excessively high or low speed for the

current traffic and road conditions

could cause an acceleration or a

deceleration of the car. Failure to

comply with these precautions may

cause serious accidents and fatal

injuries.

SETTING THE DISTANCE

BETWEEN CARS

The distance between your car and the

car ahead may be set to 1 bar (short),

2 bars (medium), 3 bars (long), 4 bars

(maximum) (see fig. 110).

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The distances from the vehicle ahead

are proportional to speed.
The interval of time with respect to the

vehicle ahead remains constant and

varies from 1 second (for the short

distance 1-bar setting) to 2 seconds

(for the maximum distance 4-bar

setting).
The set distance is shown on the

display with a symbol in the "Driver

Assist” area.
The setting is 4 (maximum) the first

time the device is used. After the

distance has been modified by the

driver, the new distance will be stored

also after the system is deactivated and

reactivated.

To decrease the distance

Press and release the button to

decrease the distance setting .
The distance setting decreases by one

bar (shorter) every time the button is

pressed.
The set speed is held if there are no

cars ahead. Once the shortest distance

has been reached, a further press of

the button will set the longest distance.
If a slower vehicle is detected in the

same lane, it will be shown on the

display in the "Driver Assist” area.

The device will automatically adjust

the car’s speed to maintain the set

distance, independently of the set

speed.
The car holds the set distance until:

the vehicle ahead accelerates to a

speed higher than the set speed;

the vehicle ahead leaves the lane

or the detection field of the Adaptive

Cruise Control device sensor;

the distance setting is changed;

the Adaptive Cruise Control device is

deactivated/cancelled.

WARNING The maximum breaking

applied by the device is limited. The

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driver may apply the brakes in all cases

if needed.

WARNING If the device predicts that

the braking level is not sufficient to hold

the set distance, the driver is warned

by a message indicating that the

vehicle ahead is too close. An acoustic

warning will also sound. In this case, it

is advisable to brake immediately as

necessary to hold a safe distance from

the vehicle ahead.

WARNING The driver is responsible for

ensuring that there are no pedestrians,

other cars or objectives along the

direction of the car. Failure to comply

with these precautions may cause

serious accidents and injuries.

WARNING The driver is fully

responsible for holding a safe distance

from the vehicle ahead respecting the

highway code in force in the respective

country.

DEACTIVATION

The device is deactivated and the set

speed is cancelled if:

the button

is pressed on the

Adaptive Cruise Control;

the button

is pressed on the

electronic Cruise Control;

the Speed Limiter button is pressed;

the ignition device is in the STOP

position.
The device is cancelled (the set speed

and distance are stored):

when the CANC button is pressed;

when the conditions shown in the

“Setting the desired speed” paragraph

occur;

when the car speed drops under the

minimum set speed (e.g. in presence of

slow cars).
If these conditions occur while the

system is decelerating with respect

to a vehicle ahead, the system could

continue the deceleration, if necessary,

also after it is cancelled or deactivated

within the minimum speed settable on

the system.

SYSTEM LIMITED

OPERATION WARNING

If the dedicated message is shown

on the display, a condition limiting the

system operation may have occurred.
This limitation could be caused by a

fault or obstruction of the radar sensor.
If an obstruction is signalled, clean the

area of the bumper in which the sensor

is located in fig. 107 and check that the

message has disappeared.

When the conditions limiting the

system functions end, this will go back

to normal and complete operation.

Should the fault persist, contact a Fiat

Dealership.

PRECAUTIONS WHILE

DRIVING

The device may not work correctly in

some driving conditions (see below):

the driver must control the car at all

times.

Towing a trailer

Use of the device is not recommended

while towing a trailer.

Vehicle not aligned

The device may not detect a car

travelling on the same lane but which is

not aligned along the same direction of

travel or a car which is cutting in from a

side lane. Sufficient distance from the

vehicles ahead may not be guaranteed

in these cases.
The non-aligned vehicle can weave in

and out of the driving direction causing

the vehicle to brake or accelerate

unexpectedly.

Steering and curves

On curves fig. 111 with the device set,

it could limit speed and acceleration to

guarantee car stability even if no cars

are detected ahead.

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When leaving the curve, the device

resets the previously set speed.

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WARNING In case of narrow curves,

the performance of the device could be

limited. In this case, it is advisable to

deactivate the device.

Using the device on gradient

When driving on roads with variable

gradient, the device may not detect

the presence of a vehicle on the lane.

Device performance could be limited

according to speed, load, traffic

conditions and gradient steepness.

Lane change

The device may not detect the

presence of a vehicle until it is fully in

your lane.

112

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In this case, sufficient distance from the

vehicle which is changing lane may not

be guaranteed: it is advisable to pay

the utmost attention at all times and

be always ready to press the brakes if

needed.

Small cars

Some narrow vehicles (e.g. bicycles

and motorcycles fig. 113) travelling

near the outer edges of the lane or

which enter the lane from kerbside are

not detected until they are fully in the

lane.

113

P2000044-000-000

Sufficient distance from the cars ahead

may not be guaranteed in these cases.

Stationary objects and vehicles

The device cannot detect the presence

of stationary vehicles or objects. For

example, the device will not operate if

the vehicle ahead leaves the lane and a

vehicle ahead of that one is standing on

the lane.
Pay the utmost attention at all times

and be always ready to press the

brakes if needed.

Objects and cars moving in

opposite or crosswise direction

The device cannot detect the presence

of objects or cars travelling in opposite

or crosswise direction fig. 114 and

consequently will not be operated.

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114

P2000046-000-000

ELECTRONIC CRUISE

CONTROL MODE

Electronic Cruise Control mode is

available for travelling at constant

speed in addition to the Adaptive

Cruise Control (ACC) mode.
If the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

function is implemented on the car, the

electronic Cruise Control works in the

same manner as the ACC (by pressing
the button

of the Cruise Control)

with the difference that:

it does not hold the distance from the

vehicle ahead;

the device keeps working if the radar

sensor is obstructed.
Before returning to the previously set

speed, bring the speed close to that

value, press the RES (Resume) button

and then release it.

WARNING

122)

Pay the utmost attention while driving

at all times and be always ready to press

the brakes if needed.

123)

The system is an aid for the driver,

who must always pay full attention while

driving. The responsibility always rests with

the driver, who must take into account

the traffic conditions in order to drive in

complete safety. The driver must always

maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in

front.

124)

The device is not activated in

presence of pedestrians, oncoming

vehicles in the opposite direction of travel

or moving in the crosswise direction and

stationary objects (e.g. a vehicle standing

in a queue or a broken down vehicle).

125)

The device cannot take account of

road, traffic and weather conditions and

conditions of poor visibility (e.g. fog).

126)

The device cannot apply the

maximum braking force: the car will not be

stopped completely.

35)

The system may have limited operation

or not work at all in weather conditions

such as: heavy rain, hail, thick fog, heavy

snow.

36)

The section of the bumper in front the

sensor must not be covered with stickers,

auxiliary headlights or any other object.

37)

Operation can be adversely affected

by any structural change made to the

car, such as a modification to the front

geometry, tyre change, or a heavier load

than the standard load of the car.

38)

Incorrect repairs made on the front

part of the car (e.g. bumper, chassis) may

alter the position of the radar sensor, and

adversely affect its operation. Go to a Fiat

Dealership for any operation of this type.

39)

Do not tamper nor operate on the

radar sensor. In the event of a sensor

failure, contact a Fiat Dealership.

40)

Do not wash with high-pressure jets

in the bumper lower area: in particular

do not operate on the system's electrical

connector.

41)

Be careful in the case of repairs

and new paintings in the area around

the sensor (panel covering the sensor

on the left side of the bumper). In the

event of a frontal impact the sensor may

automatically deactivate and display a

warning to indicate that the sensor needs

to be repaired. Even without a malfunction

warning, deactivate the system operation

if you think that the position of the

radar sensor has changed (e.g. due to

low-speed frontal impact as during parking

manoeuvres). In these cases, go to a

Fiat Dealership to have the radar sensor

realigned or replaced.

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PARK ASSIST

SYSTEM

(where provided)

SENSORS

127)

42) 43) 44)

Version with 3 sensors

The parking sensors, located in the rear

bumper fig. 115, are used to detect the

presence of any obstacles near the rear

part of the car.
The sensors warn the driver about the

presence of possible obstacles with

an intermittent acoustic signal and,

depending on the version, also with

visual indications on the instrument

panel display.

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Version with 7 sensors

The parking sensors, located in

the front fig. 116 and rear fig. 115

bumpers, are used to detect the

presence of any obstacles near the

front and rear part of the vehicle.

116

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The sensors warn the driver with

acoustic signals and, where provided,

with visual signals on the instrument

panel screen.

On/off

The parking sensors are only activated

at low speeds. The sensors are

deactivated when the vehicle is

stationary or in neutral.
To disengage the system press button

fig. 117.
Changing the system's status, from

engagement to disengagement and

vice versa, is always accompanied by a

visual message on the instrument panel

screen.

117

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Activation (versions with 3 sensors)

The sensors are automatically activated

when reverse gear is engaged. The

acoustic warning becomes more

frequent as the obstacle behind the car

gets closer.

Activation (versions with 7 sensors)

The front parking sensors are activated

automatically in the following cases:

a forward gear is engaged;

or

reverse gear is engaged;

or

the gear lever is in the neutral

position and the car is moving. The

system stays on in case of movement

(either forwards or backwards).
The rear parking sensors are activated

automatically in the following cases:

reverse gear is engaged;

or

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the gear lever is in the neutral

position and the car is moving

backwards.

Acoustic warning

When reverse is engaged and there

is an obstacle behind the vehicle, an

acoustic signal is activated and the

signal varies as the distance of the

obstacle from the bumper varies.
For versions with 7 sensors: if there is

an obstacle at the front and the vehicle

is not stationary while in neutral, an

acoustic warning is activated when

the distance from the bumper to the

obstacle changes.
The frequency of the acoustic warning:

increases as the distance between

the car and the obstacle decreases;

becomes continuous when the

distance separating the vehicle from

the obstacle is less than about 30 cm;

is constant if the distance between

the car and the obstacle is unchanged.

If this situation concerns the side

sensors, the signal will stop after

approximately 3 seconds to avoid, for

example, indications in the event of

manoeuvres along a wall.

stops immediately if the distance

of the obstacle increases. When the

system emits the acoustic warning, the

volume of the

system

(where provided) is automatically

lowered.

it stops after 3 seconds if the

distance between the vehicle and the

obstacle is greater than 30 centimetres

and the vehicle is stationary with a gear

engaged (for versions with 7 sensors).

it stops after 3 seconds if the

distance between the vehicle and the

obstacle is greater than 30 centimetres

and the vehicle is stationary with

reverse gear engaged (for versions with

3 sensors).

Detection distances

If several obstacles are detected by

the sensors, only the nearest one is

considered.

warnings on the reconfigurable

multifunction display

The indications regarding the Park

Assist system are shown only on the

reconfigurable multifunction display

and only if the "Acoustic signal and

display" item in the "Settings" menu

of the

system (where

provided) was previously selected (for

more information, see the description in

the dedicated chapter).
The system indicates the presence

of an obstacle by displaying a single

arc in one of the possible areas, in

accordance with the distance of the

object and the position in relation to

the car. A single arc which is firstly

fixed and then blinks will appear as the

distance from the obstacle reduces in

addition to an acoustic tone firstly in

rapid sequence and then continual.

FAULT WARNING

Parking sensor faults, if any, will be

indicated when reverse is engaged by
the switching on of the

symbol

on the instrument panel together

with the message on the display (see

description in the "Warning lights and

messages" paragraph, "Knowing the

instrument panel" chapter).
For the version with 7 sensors, a LED

on the park assist switch comes on of

there are any parking sensor faults. The

LED also comes on when the system is

disabled.

OPERATION WITH A

TRAILER

The operation of the sensors is

automatically deactivated when the

trailer's electrical connection is inserted

in the car's tow hook socket.
Sensors are reactivated on removing

the trailer's electrical connection.

GENERAL WARNINGS

When parking, take the utmost care

over obstacles that may be above

or under the sensor. Objects close

to the car are not detected under

certain circumstances and could

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therefore cause damage to the car or

be damaged.
Some conditions may influence the

performance of the parking system:

reduced sensor sensitivity and a

reduction in the parking assistance

system performance could be due to

the presence of: ice, snow, mud, paint,

etc. on the surface of the sensor;

the sensor may detect a non-existent

obstacle ("echo interference") due to

mechanical interference, for example

when washing the car, in rain (strong

wind), hail;

the signals sent by the sensor can

also be altered by the presence of

ultrasonic systems (e.g. pneumatic

brake systems of trucks or pneumatic

drills) near the vehicle;

parking assistance system

performance can also be influenced

by the position of the sensors, for

example due to a change in the ride

setting (caused by wear to the shock

absorbers, suspension), or by changing

tyres, overloading the vehicle or fitting

specific trims that require the vehicle to

be lowered;

the correct interaction of the system

with tow hooks not made by Fiat is not

guaranteed;

the presence of adhesives on the

sensors. Therefore, take care not to

place stickers on the sensors.

the presence of a tow hook without

trailer interferes with the correct

operation of the parking sensors. If a

fixed tow hook is installed, the sensors

cannot be used. If the customer installs

a removable tow hook, it should be

disconnected from the crossmember

whenever the trailer is not attached to

prevent the activation of the sensors.

WARNING

127)

Parking and other potentially

dangerous manoeuvres are, however,

always the driver’s responsibility. When

performing these operations, always

make sure that there are no other people

(especially children) or animals on the

route you want to take. The parking

sensors are an aid for the driver, but the

driver must never allow their attention

to lapse during potentially dangerous

manoeuvres, even those executed at low

speeds.

42)

The sensors must be clean of mud,

dirt, snow or ice in order for the system to

operate correctly. Be careful not to scratch

or damage the sensors while cleaning

them. Avoid using dry, rough or hard

cloths. The sensors should be washed

using clean water with the addition of car

shampoo if necessary. When using special

washing equipment such as high pressure

jets or steam cleaning, clean the sensors

very quickly keeping the jet more than 10

cm away. High pressure water jets may

damage the sensors.

43)

Have interventions on the bumper in

the area of the sensors carried out only

by a Fiat Dealership. Interventions on the

bumper that are not carried out properly

may compromise the operation of the

parking sensors.

44)

Only have the bumper repainted or

any retouches to the paintwork in the

area of the sensors carried out by a Fiat

Dealership. Incorrect paint application

could affect the operation of the parking

sensors.

LANE CONTROL

SYSTEM (lane

departure warning)

(where provided)

DESCRIPTION

45) 46) 47) 48) 49) 50) 51)

The Lane Control makes use of a

camera located on the windscreen to

detect the lane limits and calculate the

position of the car within such limits,

in order to make sure that it remains

inside the lane.
When one of the lane markings is

detected and the car crosses it without

the driver's intention (direction indicator

not activated), the Lane Control system

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provides a tactile warning in the form of

torque applied to the steering wheel,

indicating the need to take action to

remain in the lane. If the car continues

to stray across the lane marking with
no action from the driver, the

warning light will appear on the display

to advise the driver to bring the car

back into the lane.

WARNING The system monitors

the driver's steering action. If the

system detects that the driver is not

performing any action on the steering

wheel, it gives a visual warning on the

instrument panel display together with

an acoustic warning, and deactivates

until the dedicated button is pressed to

reactivate it.

SYSTEM ON/OFF

When the engine is started the system

is enabled.
To deactivate the system, the button

on the left stalk fig. 118 must be

pressed twice. If the button is not

pressed for a second time within 5

seconds after the first time, the system

will remain activated.

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Activation conditions

Once switched on, the system

becomes active only if the following

conditions are met:

the driver always keeps at least one

hand on the steering wheel;

vehicle speed ranges within 60 km/h

and 180 km/h (or equivalent values in

miles);

the lane limit line is perfectly visible

on at least one side;

there are suitable visibility conditions;

the road is straight or with wide

radius bends;

the direction indicator (for leaving the

lane) is not active.

WARNING The system does not apply

the torque to the steering wheel when

a safety system is activated (brakes,

ABS, ASR system, ESC system,

Autonomous Emergency Brake Control

(AEB Control) system, etc.).

SYMBOLS AND

MESSAGES ON THE

DISPLAY

Detection of the driver's actions on

the steering wheel

The system is able to detect the action

of the driver's hands on the steering

wheel:

when the system does not detect

the action of the driver's hands on the

steering wheel for a few seconds, a

dedicated screen will appear on the

instrument panel display (fig. 119). A

short acoustic signal will sound in this

case.

if the driver continues not to perform

any action on the steering wheel, this

screen fig. 120 will appear on the

instrument panel display;

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120

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after the maximum permissible

time with no action on the steering

wheel, the Lane Control system will be

deactivated and a dedicated message

will appear on the instrument panel

display. A continuous acoustic warning

will sound in this case. In the last two

cases listed above, the hands must be

returned to the steering wheel.

45)

The camera may have limited

or absent operation due to weather

conditions such as: heavy rain, hail, thick

fog, heavy snow, formation of ice layers on

the windscreen glass.

46)

Camera operation may also be

compromised by the presence of

dust, condensation, dirt or ice on the

windscreen glass, by traffic conditions

(e.g. cars that are driving not aligned

with yours, car driving in a transverse or

opposite way on the same lane, bend

with a small radius of curvature), by

road surface conditions and by driving

conditions (e.g. off-road driving). Make

sure the windscreen is always clean. Use

specific detergents and clean cloths to

avoid scratching the windscreen. The

camera operation may also be limited or

absent in some driving, traffic and road

surface conditions.

47)

Projecting loads on the roof of the car

may interfere with the correct operation of

the camera. Before starting make sure the

load is correctly positioned, in order not to

cover the camera operating range.

48)

If the windscreen must be replaced

due to scratches, chipping or breakage,

contact exclusively a Fiat Dealership.

Do not replace the windscreen on your

own, risk of malfunction! It is advisable to

replace the windscreen if it is damaged in

the area of the camera.

49)

Do not tamper with nor operate on the

camera. Do not close the openings in the

aesthetic cover located under the interior

rear view mirror. In the event of a failure of

the camera, contact a Fiat Dealership.

50)

Do not cover the operating range of

the camera with stickers or other objects.

Also pay attention to other objects on the

bonnet (e.g. a layer of snow) and make

sure they do not interfere with the camera.

51)

Depending on the road and

environmental conditions, the Lane Control

System may issue an alert when the car

travels in a straight line on a slippery road

surface, even if the driver is holding the

steering wheel correctly.

TRAFFIC SIGN

RECOGNITION

(where provided)

128) 129) 130)

52) 53) 54) 55) 56)

The system automatically detects the

recognisable road signs by means of

a sensor located on the windscreen

fig. 121:

speed limits;

no overtaking;

signs indicating the end of the

prohibitions indicated above.

121

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The system always checks the traffic

signs indicating the current speed limit

and possible no overtaking signs.

WARNING The system is designed to

read roads signs complying with the

specifications of the Vienna convention

and ENCAP 2018 requirements.

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USE OF THE TRAFFIC

SIGN RECOGNITION

SYSTEM

System activation / deactivation

The system can be

activated/deactivated by means of the

Menu on the

system

(where provided).
NOTE The system will be activated

whenever the engine is started.

Indications on the display

The system state is always shown in

a dedicated area of the instrument

panel display fig. 122 (versions with

basic display) or fig. 123 (versions with

premium display).

the new speed limit recognised by

the system (1), which is indicated by

means of a predetermined colour. The

road sign indicating the end of the

speed limit or “road sign not detected”

(

– –

) may appear in zone (1);

after a predetermined distance, the

previously displayed road sign changes

colour to inform the driver that the

speed limit provided may no longer be

valid.

122

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123

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The system can identify an additional

road sign, e.g. a lower speed limit

applied in if the road surface is wet (2).

This will be shown in the area of the

instrument panel display only when the

following filters occur:

the additional fog signal will appear if

the front or rear fog lights are on;

the additional snow signal will appear

if the outside temperature is equal to

or lower than 3

°

C and the windscreen

wipers are working;

the additional rain signal will appear if

the windscreen wipers are working.
The no overtaking road sign (3) may

also be shown on the display.

WARNING

128)

The system only detects preset traffic

signs if the minimum visibility conditions

and distance from the sign are met.

129)

The system is an aid for driving and

does not relieve the driver of responsibility

for driving the car. Always respect the

highway code of the country you are

driving in.

130)

When the system is active, the driver

is responsible for controlling the car and

monitoring the system, and must be ready

to intervene as appropriate if necessary.

52)

Functionality may be limited or the

system may not work if the sensor is

obstructed.

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53)

The system may have limited operation

or not work at all in weather conditions,

such as heavy rain, hail, thick fog and low

temperatures. Strong light contrasts can

influence the recognition capability of the

sensor.

54)

The area surrounding the sensor must

not be covered with stickers or any other

object.

55)

Do not tamper or perform any

operations in the area of the windscreen

glass directly surrounding the sensor.

56)

Clean the windscreen glass from

foreign matters such as bird droppings,

insects, snow or ice. Use specific

detergents and clean cloths to avoid

scratching the windscreen.

INTELLIGENT SPEED

ASSIST

(where provided)

The system can be used to set a

speed limit equal to that indicated on

the road sign detected by the “Traffic

Sign Recognition” system (see the

respective chapter in this section for

more information), indicated to the

driver by means of an indication on the

instrument panel.

The maximum speed can be set both

with car stationary and in motion.

The minimum speed that can be set is

30 km/h.

SPEED LIMIT

PROGRAMMING

The system can be activated if the

driver has activated the systems

beforehand:

Speed Limiter

Traffic Sign Recognition

A message indicating that a speed

limit switch to that detected by the

Traffic Sign Recognition system can

be programmed with these systems

active.
If the speed is higher than the current

speed level stored by the Speed

Limiter, message

will appear on the

instrument panel.
If the speed shown by the Traffic Sign

Recognition is lower than the current

speed level stored by the Speed

Limiter, message

will appear on the

instrument panel.

SYSTEM ACTIVATION

To activate the system, press the RES

button on the steering wheel (see

the “Speed Limiter” chapter in this

section), to store the speed limit equal

to the one indicated by the Traffic Sign

Recognition system.
The activation of the system is

indicated by the

symbol on the

instrument panel (green on versions

with reconfigurable multifunction

display).

The system is

deactivated under the

following conditions:

when the Traffic Sign Recognition

system is deactivated;

when the Speed Limiter system is

deactivated;

when the Traffic Sign Recognition

system shows a new speed limit;

when the Traffic Sign Recognition

system shows the end of the speed

limit;

when the Traffic Sign Recognition

system cannot display any speed limit.

EXCEEDING THE

PROGRAMMED SPEED

By fully depressing the accelerator

pedal, the programmed speed can be

exceeded even with the system active

(e.g. in the event of overtaking).
The system is disabled until the speed

drops below the set limit, after which it

activates again automatically.

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DAA (Driver

Attention Assist)

SYSTEM

(where provided)

This is an auxiliary driving aid that

detects when the driver is tired.

Activation / deactivation

The system can be

activated/deactivated by using the

system and then selecting "Safety/

Driving Assistance" and finally "Driver

Attention Assist".

System intervention

The system intervenes if the camera in

the center of the windscreen detects

that the driver is tired, based on

variations in car trajectory and getting

too close to the side of the road.
The (red)

symbol appears on

the instrument panel screen with a

dedicated message suggesting the

driver to stop and take a break. A

chime will also sound.

If the driver

accepts

the suggestion

provided by the system and stops for

a pause, the message will disappear
from the display and the symbol

will

be displayed in the dedicated area of

the instrument panel display up to the

next engine shutdown/restart.

If the driver

ignores

the warning

provided by the system and does

not stop, the message will remain on

the instrument panel display until the

OK

button located on the left hand

side controls of the steering wheel is
pressed. The symbol

, will remain

displayed in the dedicated area of the

instrument panel display.

WARNING In the event of a system
fault, the amber

symbol appears on

the instrument panel display together

with a dedicated message.

REAR CAMERA

(ParkView® Rear

Backup Camera)

(where provided)

DESCRIPTION

The rear view camera (1) fig. 124 is

located on the boot lid.

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Every time reverse is engaged, the

display fig. 125 shows the area around

the car, as seen by the rear camera.

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SYMBOLS AND

MESSAGES ON THE

DISPLAY

A superimposed central broken line

indicates the centre of the vehicle to

facilitate parking manoeuvres or tow

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hook alignment. The various coloured

areas indicate the distance from the

rear of the car.
The table below shows the

approximate distances for each area

fig. 125:

Area

Distance from the

rear part of the car

Red (1)

0 - 30 cm

Yellow (2)

30 cm - 1 m

Green (3)

1 m or more

WARNING When parking, take the

utmost care over obstacles that may

be above or under the operating range

of the camera.

WARNING

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Parking and other potentially

dangerous manoeuvres are, however,

always the driver’s responsibility. While

carrying out these manoeuvres, always

make sure that no people (especially

children) or animals are in the area

concerned. The camera is an aid for the

driver, but the driver must never allow

his/her attention to lapse during potentially

dangerous manoeuvres, even those

executed at low speeds. Always keep a

slow speed, so as to promptly brake in the

case of obstacles.

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It is vital, for correct operation, that the

camera is always kept clean and free from

any mud, dirt, snow or ice. Be careful not

to scratch or damage the camera while

cleaning it. Avoid using dry, rough or hard

cloths. The camera must be washed using

clean water, with the addition of vehicle

shampoo if necessary. In washing stations

which use steam or high-pressure jets,

clean the camera quickly, keeping the

nozzle more than 10 cm away from the

sensors. Also, do not apply stickers to the

camera.

TOWING TRAILERS

IMPORTANT NOTES

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For towing caravans or trailers the

car must be fitted with an approved

tow hook and an adequate electrical

system. Should aftermarket installation

be requested, this must be carried out

by specialists.
Install any specific and/or additional

door mirrors as specified by the

Highway Code.
Remember that, when towing a trailer,

steep hills are harder to climb, braking

distances increase and overtaking

takes longer depending on the overall

weight of the trailer.
Engage a low gear when driving

downhill, rather than constantly using

the brake.
The weight the trailer exerts on the car

tow hook reduces the car's loading

capacity by the same amount. To

make sure that the maximum towable

weight is not exceeded (given in the

vehicle registration document) account

should be taken of the fully laden trailer,

including accessories and luggage.
Do not exceed the speed limits specific

to each country you are driving in, in

the case of vehicles towing trailers.

In any case, the top speed must not

exceed 100 km/h.
Any electric brake must be powered

directly by the battery through a cable

with a cross-section of no less than 2.5

mm2.
In addition to the electrical branches,

the car electrical system can only be

connected to the supply cable for an

electric brake and to the cable for

an internal light for the trailer, not

exceeding 15 W. For connections, use

the preset control unit with a battery

cable with section not less than 2.5

mm2.

WARNING The use of auxiliary loads

other than external lights (e.g. electric

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brake) must take place with engine

running.

INSTALLING A TOW

HOOK

The towing device should be fastened

to the body by specialised technicians

according to any additional and/or

integrative information supplied by the

Manufacturer of the device.
The towing device must meet

current regulations with reference to

Directive 94/20/EC and subsequent

amendments.
For any version the towing device used

must be right for the towable weight of

the car on which it is to be installed.
For the electrical connection a standard

connector should be used which is

generally placed on a special bracket

normally fastened to the towing device,

and a special ECU for external trailer

light control must be installed on the

vehicle.
For the electrical connection, 7 or 13

pin 12VDC connection is to be used

(CUNA/UNI and ISO/DIN Standards).

Follow the instructions provided by the

car manufacturer and/or the tow hitch

manufacturer.

WARNING

132)

The ABS with which the car is

equipped will not control the braking

system of the trailer. Particular caution is

required on slippery roads.

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Never modify the braking system

of the vehicle to control the trailer brake.

The trailer braking system must be fully

independent of the vehicle’s hydraulic

system.

SUGGESTIONS FOR

DRIVING

SAVING FUEL

Below are some suggestions which

may help you save fuel and thus lower

the amount of harmful emissions

released into the atmosphere.

Vehicle maintenance

Checks and operations should be

carried out in accordance with the

"Scheduled Servicing Plan" (see the

"Maintenance and care" chapter).

Tyres

Check the tyre pressures at least once

every four weeks: if the pressure is too

low, consumption levels increase as

resistance to rolling is higher.

Unnecessary loads

Do not travel with an overloaded

boot. The weight of the vehicle and

its arrangement greatly affect fuel

consumption and stability.

Roof rack/ski rack

Remove the roof rack or the ski rack

from the roof when they are not used.

These accessories lower aerodynamic

penetration and adversely affect

consumption levels. When transporting

particularly large objects, use a trailer if

possible.

Electric devices

Use electrical devices only for the

amount of time needed. The heated

rear window, windscreen wipers and

heater fan require a considerable

amount of energy; increasing

the current uptake increases fuel

consumption (by up to +25% in an

urban cycle).

Climate control module

Using the climate control system will

increase consumption: use standard

ventilation when the temperature

outside permits.

Devices for aerodynamic control

The use of non-certified devices for

aerodynamic control may adversely

affect air drag and consumption levels.

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DRIVING STYLE

Start

Do not warm up the engine at low or

high revs when the car is stationary;

this causes the engine to warm up

more slowly, thereby increasing

fuel consumption and emissions. It

is therefore advisable to move off

immediately, slowly, avoiding high

speeds: in this way the engine will

warm up more quickly.

Unnecessary actions

Avoid revving up when starting at traffic

lights or before stopping the engine.

The latter action, as well as double-

declutching, is unnecessary and

causes increased fuel consumption

and pollution.

Gear selection

Use a high gear when traffic and road

conditions allow it. Using a low gear

for faster acceleration will increase

fuel consumption. In the same way,

improper use of a high gear increases

consumption, emissions and engine

wear.

Top speed

Fuel consumption considerably

increases as speed increases.

Maintain a constant speed, avoiding

unnecessary braking and acceleration,

which cost in terms of both fuel

consumption and emissions.

Acceleration

Accelerating violently severely

affects consumption and emissions:

acceleration should be gradual and

should not exceed the maximum

torque.

CONDITIONS OF USE

Cold starting

Short journeys and frequent cold

starts do not allow the engine to reach

optimum operating temperature.

Consequently, both consumption (from

+15 to +30% on the urban cycle) and

emissions will increase.

Traffic and road conditions

High fuel consumption is caused

by heavy traffic, for instance when

travelling in a queue with frequent use

of low gears or in cities with many

traffic lights. Winding mountain roads

and rough road surfaces also adversely

affect consumption.

Stops in traffic

During prolonged hold-ups (e.g. level

crossings) switch off the engine.

REFUELLING THE

CAR

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Before refuelling, check you are using

the correct type of fuel.

Also stop the engine before refuelling.

PETROL ENGINES

Only use 95 R.O.N. unleaded petrol

(EN 228 specifications).

DIESEL ENGINES

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Only use Diesel fuel for motor vehicles

(EN590 specification).
When using or parking the car for a

long time in the mountains or cold

areas, it is advisable to refuel using

locally available Diesel. In this case, it

is also advisable to keep the tank over

50% full.

REFUELLING CAPACITY

To ensure that you fill the tank

completely, top up twice after the first

click of the fuel supply gun.
Further top-ups could cause faults in

the fuel feeding system.

REFUELLING

PROCEDURE

Diesel and petrol versions

"Capless Fuel" is a device at the

opening for the fuel tank which opens