Fiat Tipo 4Door (2021 year). Manual in english — page 5

KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL

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What it means

What to do

“SERVICE” MESSAGE

(SCHEDULED

SERVICING)

SCHEDULED SERVICING (SERVICE)

When the next scheduled service deadline is

approaching, the word "Service" will be displayed,

followed by the number of kilometres/miles or days

(where provided) left, when the ignition device is

turned to MAR.

This is displayed automatically, with ignition device at

MAR, 2000 km before servicing or, where provided,

30 days before servicing. It is also displayed each time

the ignition device is turned to MAR. The display

will be in km or miles depending on the unit of

measurement set.

Go to a Fiat Dealership, where the "Service Schedule"

operations will be performed and the message will be

reset.

WARNING

35)

If, when the ignition device is turned to MAR, the warning light

does not switch on or stays on while driving, a failure 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. Before continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership immediately to have the system checked.

36)

The failure of the

warning light is signalled by the lighting up of the symbol

on the instrument panel display (or, for versions where

provided, by the flashing of the generic failure warning light). In this case, the warning light may not indicate any faults with the restraint

systems. Before continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership immediately to have the system checked.

15)

The presence of water in the fuel system circuit may cause severe damage to the injection system and irregular engine operation. If the
symbol is displayed contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to bleed the system. If the above indications come on immediately after

refuelling, water has probably been poured into the tank: switch the engine off immediately and contact a Fiat Dealership.

16)

If the

symbol switches on while driving, stop the engine immediately and contact a Fiat Dealership.

17)

Driving the vehicle with this symbol on may severely damage the transmission, with resulting breakage. The oil may also overheat: contact

with hot engine or with exhaust components at high temperature could cause fires.

18)

When the AdBlue® (UREA) tank is empty and the engine is stopped it is no longer possible to restart it until the AdBlue® (UREA) tank is

topped up with at least 5 litres.

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SAFETY

The chapter that you are about to read

is very important: it describes the safety

systems with which the car is equipped

and provides instructions on how to

use them correctly.

ACTIVE SAFETY SYSTEMS . . ... 76
DRIVING ASSISTANCE

SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . ... 79
OCCUPANT PROTECTION

SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . ... 87
SEAT BELTS . . . . . . . ... 88
SBR (SEAT BELT REMINDER)

SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . 89
PRE-TENSIONERS. . . . . ... 91
CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS . ... 93
SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT

SYSTEM (SRS) - AIRBAG . . . 106

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ACTIVE SAFETY

SYSTEMS

The vehicle has the following active

safety systems:

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System);

DTC (Drag Torque Control);

ESC (Electronic Stability Control);

TC (Traction Control);

PBA (Panic Brake Assist);

HHC (Hill Hold Control);

ERM (Electronic Rollover Mitigation);

TSC (Trailer Sway Control).

For the operation of the systems, see

the following description.

ABS (Anti-lock Braking

System)

This system, which is an integral part

of the braking system, prevents one

or more wheels from locking and

slipping in all road surface conditions,

irrespective of the intensity of the

braking action, ensuring that the

car can be controlled even during

emergency braking and optimising

stopping distances.
The system intervenes during braking

when the wheels are about to lock,

typically in emergency braking or low-

grip conditions, when locking may be

more frequent.
The system also improves control and

stability of the car when braking on a

surface where the grip of the left and

right wheels varies, or on corners.
The Electronic Braking Force

Distribution (EBD) system completes

the system allowing the brake force to

be distributed between the front and

rear wheels.

System intervention

A slight pulsing of the brake pedal and

noise indicates the intervention of the

ABS: this is completely normal when

the system intervenes.

37) 38) 39) 40) 41) 42) 43)

DTC (Drag Torque

Control) SYSTEM

The system prevents the drive wheels

from possibly locking, which could

happen, for example, if the accelerator

pedal is released suddenly or in

the case of a sudden downshifting

in conditions of poor grip. In this

conditions, the engine braking effect

could cause the drive wheels to slip,

resulting in a loss of vehicle stability.

In these situations, the DTC system

intervenes, restoring torque to the

engine in order to conserve vehicle

stability and increase vehicle safety.

ESC (Electronic Stability

Control) SYSTEM

The ESC system improves the

directional control and stability of the

car in various driving conditions.

The ESC system corrects the car’s

understeer and oversteer, distributing

the brake force on the wheels

appropriately.
The torque supplied by the engine can

also be reduced in order to maintain

control of the vehicle.
The ESC system uses sensors

installed on the vehicle to determine

the trajectory that the driver intends

to follow and compares it with the

vehicle’s effective trajectory.
When the real trajectory deviates from

the desired trajectory, the ESC system

intervenes to counter the vehicle’s

understeer or oversteer.

Oversteer: occurs when the car 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

The system intervention is signalled

by the blinking of the instrument panel
warning light

, to inform the driver

that the car is in critical stability and

grip conditions.

44) 45) 46) 47) 48)

TC (Traction Control)

SYSTEM

The system automatically operates

in the event of slipping, loss of grip

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on wet roads (aquaplaning) and

acceleration on slippery, snowy or

icy roads, etc. on one or more drive

wheels. Depending on the slipping

conditions, two different control

systems are activated:

if the slipping involves both drive

wheels, the system intervenes,

reducing the power transmitted by the

engine;

if the slipping only involves one of the

drive wheels, the BLD (Brake Limited

Differential) function is activated,

automatically braking the wheel

which is slipping (the behaviour of a

self-locking differential is simulated).

This will increase the engine torque

transferred to the wheel which isn't

slipping.
This function remains active even

if the "Systems partially disabled"

and "Systems disabled" modes

are selected (see description in the

following pages).

System intervention

The system intervention is signalled

by the blinking of the instrument panel
warning light

, to inform the driver

that the car is in critical stability and

grip conditions.

49) 50) 51) 52) 53)

PBA (Panic Brake

Assist) SYSTEM

The PBA system 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 PBA system therefore

completes the ABS.
Maximum assistance from the PBA

system is obtained by pressing the

brake pedal very quickly. In addition,

the brake pedal should be pressed

continuously during braking, avoiding

intermittent presses, to get the most

out of the system. Do not reduce

pressure on the brake pedal until

braking is no longer necessary.
The PBA system is deactivated when

the brake pedal is released.

54) 55) 56)

HHC (Hill Hold Control)

SYSTEM

This is an integral part of the ESC

system and facilitates starting uphill,

activating automatically in the following

cases:

uphill: vehicle stationary on a road

with a gradient higher than 5%,

engine running, brake pressed and

transmission in neutral or gear other

than reverse engaged;

downhill: vehicle stationary on a road

with a gradient higher than 5%, engine

running, brake pressed and reverse

gear engaged.
When setting off, the ESC system

control unit maintains the braking

pressure on the wheels until the

engine torque necessary for starting is

reached, or in any case for a maximum

of 2 seconds, allowing your right foot to

be moved easily from the brake pedal

to the accelerator.
When the 2 seconds have elapsed,

without starting, the system is

automatically deactivated, gradually

releasing the braking pressure.
During this release stage, the typical

mechanical brake release noise can be

heard, indicating that the car is about

to move.

57) 58)

ERM (Electronic Rollover

Mitigation) SYSTEM

The system monitors the tendency of

the wheels to rise from the ground

if the driver performs extreme

manoeuvres like quick steering to avoid

an obstacle, especially in poor road

conditions.
If these conditions occur, the warning
light

flashes on the instrument panel

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and the system, intervening on the

brakes and engine power, limits the

possibility that the wheels are raised

from the ground. It is not possible

to avoid tendency to roll over if the

phenomenon is due to reasons such as

driving on high side gradients, collision

with objects or other vehicles.

59)

TSC (Trailer Sway

Control) SYSTEM

The system employs a series of

sensors located on the car to identify

excessive swerving of the trailer and

take the necessary precautions to

eliminate it.
To counteract the effect of trailer sway,

the system can reduce the engine

power and intervene on the wheels

involved. The TSC system activates

automatically once excessive sway of

the trailer is detected.

System intervention

When the system is active, the warning

light flashes on the instrument panel

, the engine power is reduced and

braking can be felt on the individual

wheels, following the attempt to

eliminate the swerving of the trailer.

60) 61)

WARNING

37)

When the ABS intervenes and you feel

the brake pedal pulsating, do not reduce

the pressure, but hold it down firmly and

confidently; in doing so you will brake in

the shortest distance possible, depending

on the current road conditions.

38)

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.

39)

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.

40)

The ABS cannot overrule the natural

laws of physics, and cannot increase the

grip available according to the condition of

the road.

41)

The ABS cannot prevent accidents,

including those due to excessive speed

on corners, driving on low-grip surfaces or

aquaplaning.

42)

The capability of the ABS must never

be tested irresponsibly and dangerously,

in such a way as to compromise personal

safety and the safety of others.

43)

For the correct operation of the ABS,

the tyres must of necessity be the same

make and type on all wheels, in perfect

condition and, above all, of the prescribed

type and dimensions.

44)

The ESC system cannot alter the

natural laws of physics, and cannot

increase grip, which depends on the

condition of the road.

45)

The ESC system cannot prevent

accidents, including those due to

excessive speed on corners, driving on

low-grip surfaces or aquaplaning.

46)

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.

47)

For the correct operation of the ESC

system, the tyres must necessarily be of

the same make and type on all wheels,

in perfect condition and, above all, of the

prescribed type and size.

48)

ESC performance features must not

induce the driver to take unnecessary or

unwarranted risks. Your driving style must

always be suited to the road conditions,

visibility and traffic. The driver is, in any

case, responsible for safe driving.

49)

For the correct operation of the TC

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.

50)

TC performance features must not

induce the driver to take unnecessary or

unwarranted risks. Your driving style must

always be suited to the road conditions,

visibility and traffic. The driver is, in any

case, responsible for safe driving.

51)

The TC system cannot overrule the

natural laws of physics, and cannot

increase the grip available according to the

condition of the road.

52)

The TC system cannot prevent

accidents, including those due to

excessive speed on corners, driving on

low-grip surfaces or aquaplaning.

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53)

The capability of the TC system

must never be tested irresponsibly

and dangerously, in such a way as to

compromise personal safety and the

safety of others.

54)

The PBA system cannot overrule

the natural laws of physics, and cannot

increase the grip available according to the

condition of the road.

55)

The PBA system cannot prevent

accidents, including those due to

excessive speed on corners, driving on

low-grip surfaces or aquaplaning.

56)

The capability of the PBA system

must never be tested irresponsibly

and dangerously, in such a way as to

compromise the safety of the driver, the

other occupants of the car or any other

road user.

57)

The Hill Hold Control system is not a

parking brake; therefore, never leave the

car without having engaged the parking

brake, turned the engine off and engaged

first gear, so that it is parked in safe

conditions (for further information read the

"Parking" paragraph in the "Starting and

driving" chapter).

58)

There may be situations on small

gradients (less than 8%), with vehicle

laden, in which the Hill Hold Control

system may not activate, causing a slight

reversing motion and increasing the risk of

collision with another vehicle or object. The

driver is, in any case, responsible for safe

driving.

59)

The performance of a car with ERM

must never be tested in imprudent or

dangerous ways, with the possibility of

putting the safety of the driver or other

people at risk.

60)

When towing trailers, the utmost

caution at the wheel is recommended.

Never exceed the maximum permitted

loads (see the description in the "Weights"

paragraph in the "Technical Specifications"

chapter).

61)

The TSC system cannot prevent

swerving for all trailers. If the system

activates during driving, reduce the speed,

stop the car in a safe place and arrange

the load correctly to prevent the trailer

from swerving.

DRIVING

ASSISTANCE

SYSTEMS

The car is fitted with the following

driving assistance systems:

BSA (Blind Spot Assist)

AEB Control (Autonomous

Emergency Brake Control)

iTPMS (indirect Tyre Pressure

Monitoring System)

Post Collision Braking

For the operation of the systems, see

the following description.

BSA (BLIND SPOT

ASSIST) SYSTEM

(where provided)
The system uses two radar sensors,

located in the rear bumper (one for

each side - see fig. 68) to detect the

presence of vehicles (cars, trucks,

motorbikes, etc.) in the rear side blind

spots of the car.
The system warns the driver of cars

in the detection area by turning on

the warning light located on the door

mirror fig. 69 on the corresponding

side, along with an acoustic warning

if provided. When the ignition device is

in MAR position, or when the engine

is started, the warning light turns on

to signal the driver that the system is

active.

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Sensors

The sensors are activated by engaging

any forward gear at a speed higher

than about 10 km/h, or when reverse is

engaged. The sensors are temporarily

deactivated when the car is at a

standstill with the parking brake

engaged.
The detection area of the system

covers about a lane on both sides of

the vehicle (around 3 metres). This

area begins from the door mirror and

extends for about 6 metres towards the

rear part of the car.
With the sensors active, the system

monitors the detection areas on both

sides of the vehicle and warns the

driver about the possible presence of

vehicles in these areas.
While driving the system monitors the

detection area from three different input

points (side, rear and front) to check

whether a signal needs to be sent to

the driver. The system can detect the

presence of a vehicle in one of these

three areas.

Important notes

62)

The system does not signal the

presence of fixed object (e.g. safety

barriers, poles, walls, etc.). However,

in some circumstances, the system

may activate in the presence of these

objects. This is normal and does not

indicate a system malfunction.
The system does not warn the driver

about the presence of cars coming

from the opposite direction, in the

adjacent lanes.
If a trailer is hitched to the car, the

system automatically deactivates.
For the system to operate correctly,

the rear bumper area where the radar

sensors are located must stay free from

snow, ice and dirt gathered from the

road surface.
Do not cover the rear bumper area

where the radar sensors are located

with any object (e.g. adhesives, bike

rack, etc.).
If a tow hook has to be installed after

purchasing the vehicle, the system

must be deactivated from the display

Menu or through the

system.

Rear view:

the system detects

vehicles approaching to the rear part of

your vehicle on both sides and entering

the rear detection area with a speed

delta lower than 50 km/h with respect

to your vehicle.

Overtaking vehicles:

if another

vehicle is overtaken slowly (with a

speed delta lower than about 25 km/h)

and this stays in the blind spot for

about 1.5 seconds, the warning light

on the door mirror of the corresponding

side lights up. If the difference in speed

between the two vehicles is greater

than about 25 km/h, the warning light

does not light up.

RCP (Rear Cross Path detection)

system

This system helps during reverse

manoeuvres in the case of reduced

visibility.
During "RCP" operating mode, the

system produces acoustic and visual

indications when if the presence of an

object is detected.
The system can be

activated/deactivated through the

display Menu or the

system.
The system monitors the rear detection

areas on both sides of the vehicle,

to detect objects moving towards

the sides of the vehicle at a minimum

speed comprised between about

1 km/h and 3 km/h and objects moving

at a maximum speed of 35 km/h, as

generally happens in the parking areas.

The system activation is signalled to

the driver by means of a visual and

acoustic warning.

WARNING If the sensors are covered

by objects or vehicles, the system will

not warn the driver.

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"Blind Spot Alert", "Visual" mode:

when this mode is active, the BSA

system sends a visual warning to

the door mirror relating to the object

detected. The visual warning will flash

if the driver activates the direction

indicators to indicate a change in lane

in the direction of the object detected.

The visual warning will be fixed if

the driver remains in the same lane.

However, when the system operates

in RCP (Rear Cross Path) mode, it

will respond with visual and acoustic

alarms when it detects an object.

"Blind Spot Alert", "Sound &

Display" mode:

when this mode is

active, the BSA system sends a visual

warning to the door mirror relating to

the object detected.
If the direction indicator on the side

where an obstacle has been detected

is activated, an acoustic warning is

emitted as well.
When the acoustic warning is emitted,

the

volume is lowered.

"Blind Spot Alert" function

deactivation:

When the system is

deactivated ("Blind spot alert" mode

at "OFF"), the BSA or RCP systems

will emit neither acoustic nor visual

warnings. The BSA system will store

the operating mode running when the

engine was switched off: each time the

engine is started, the operating mode

stored previously will be recalled and

used.

AUTONOMOUS

EMERGENCY BRAKE

CONTROL SYSTEM (AEB

Control)

(where provided)

63) 64) 65) 66) 67)

19) 20) 21) 22) 23) 24) 25) 26) 27)

The Autonomous Emergency Brake

Control (AEB Control) system is a

SUPPLEMENTARY AID to help the

driver avoid hitting the vehicles ahead.
It does not replace the driver, who

must maintain a safe distance and

adjust the speed of the vehicle

according to the traffic, visibility and

weather conditions, even when the

system is active.
DO NOT wait for a collision warning

to reduce speed. If the driver fails to

use the brake pedal, it could cause a

collision.
The Autonomous Emergency Brake

Control (AEB Control) system does not

detect pedestrians, animals or other

obstacles that may cross the direction

of travel, nor vehicles coming in the

opposite direction.
The Autonomous Emergency Brake

Control (AEB Control) system consists

of a radar located behind the front

bumper fig. 70.

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In the event of an imminent impact the

system may intervene by braking the

car to prevent the crash or reduce its

effects.
When the system detects the risk of

collision, it gives the driver acoustic

and visual signals through specific

messages on the instrument panel

display. The warnings are intended to

allow the driver to react promptly, in

order to prevent or reduce the effects

of a potential accident.
If the system does not detect any

action by the driver, it can intervene by

braking automatically to attenuate the

potential accident (automatic braking).

If the system detects that the driver is

pressing the brake pedal, but this is

not deemed sufficient, the system

may intervene in order to improve

the reaction of the braking system,

therefore reducing car speed further

(additional assistance during braking).

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Versions equipped with Start&Stop

system

: at the end of the automatic

braking, the Start&Stop system will

activate as described in paragraph

"Start&Stop system" of the "Starting

and driving" chapter.

Versions with manual transmission

:

at the end of the automatic braking the

engine may stall and turn off, unless the

driver presses the clutch pedal.

WARNING After the car is stopped, the

brake callipers may be locked for about

2 seconds for safety reasons. Press the

brake pedal if the car should advance

slightly.

On/off

The Autonomous Emergency Brake

Control system can be deactivated

(and subsequently reactivated) through

the instrument panel Menu.
NOTE With the

,

or

7" HD

system,

some Menu items are shown and

managed on its own display and not on

the instrument panel display (refer to

the dedicated Multimedia chapter or

the supplement available online).
The system can be turned off even with

the ignition device in MAR position.

WARNING The system status can be

changed with car at a standstill only.

The Autonomous Emergency Brake

Control system can be set by selecting

one of the 3 Menu options:

System active: the system (if active),

in addition to the visual and acoustic

warnings, can provide automatic

braking and additional assistance

during braking, if the driver does not

brake hard enough in the event of a

potential accident with the vehicle in

front;

System partially active: the system (if

active), does not give the visual and

acoustic warnings, but can provide

automatic braking and additional

assistance during braking, if the driver

does not brake hard enough in the

event of a potential impact with the

vehicle in front;

System deactivated: the system

does not give visual and acoustic

warnings, limited braking, automatic

braking or additional assistance during

braking. The system will therefore

provide no indication of a possible

accident.

Activation/deactivation

If the Autonomous Emergency Brake

Control system has been correctly

activated from the Menu, it will be

active each time the engine is started.
Following a deactivation, the system

will not warn the driver about the

possible accident with the preceding

vehicle.
The system deactivation status will not

be stored when the engine is switched

off: if the system is deactivated when

the engine is switched off, it will be

active when it is next started.
This function is not active at a speed

lower than 7 km/h or higher than

200 km/h.
The system is only active if:

it is correctly activated through the

Menu;

the ignition device is at MAR;

the vehicle speed is between 7 and

200 km/h;

the front seat belts are fastened.

Changing the system sensitivity

The sensitivity of the system can be

changed through the Menu, choosing

from one of the following three

options: "Near", "Med" or "Far". See

the description in the

or

7" HD

supplement

on how to change the settings.
The default option is "Near". With this

setting, the system will warn the driver

of a possible accident with the vehicle

in front when it is close. This setting

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offers the driver a lower reaction time

compared to the "Med" and "Far"

settings, in the event of a potential

collision, but permits more dynamic

driving of the vehicle.
With the system sensitivity set to "Far",

the system will warn the driver of a

possible collision with the vehicle in

front when that vehicle is at a greater

distance, thus providing the possibility

of acting on the brakes more lightly

and gradually. This setting provides

the drivers with the maximum possible

reaction time to prevent a potential

accident.
Changing the setting to “Med”, the

system warns the driver of a possible

accident with the vehicle in front when

it is at a standard distance, between

that of the other two settings.
The system sensitivity setting is kept

in the memory when the engine is

switched off.

System Fault Message

If the system switches off and a

dedicated message is shown on the

display, it means that there is a fault on

the system.
In this case, it is still possible to drive

the car, but you are advised to contact

a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.

Radar indication not available

If conditions are such that the radar

cannot detect obstacles correctly, the

system is deactivated and a dedicated

message appears on the display.
This generally occurs in the event

of poor visibility, such as when it is

snowing or raining heavily.
The system can also be temporarily

dimmed due to obstructions such as

mud, dirt or ice on the bumper.
In such cases, a dedicated message

will be shown on the display and

the system will be deactivated. This

message can sometimes appear

in conditions of high reflectivity (e.g.

tunnels with reflective tiles or ice or

snow). When the conditions limiting the

system functions end, this will go back

to normal and complete operation.
In certain particular cases, this

dedicated message could be displayed

when the radar is not detecting any

vehicles or objects within its view

range.
If atmospheric conditions are not the

real reason behind this message, check

if the sensor is dirty.
It could be necessary to clean or

remove any obstructions in the area

shown in fig. 70.
If the message appears often, even in

the absence of atmospheric conditions

such as snow, rain, mud or other

obstructions, contact a Fiat Dealership

for a sensor alignment check.
In the absence of visible obstructions,

cleaning the radar surface, by manually

removing the decorative cover trim,

could be required. For this operation,

contact a Fiat Dealership.

WARNING It is recommended that you

do not install devices, accessories or

aerodynamic attachments in front

of the sensor or darken it in any

way, as this can compromise the

correct functioning of the system. Any

modifications to the vehicle’s geometry

or its front area (including repairs not

done by the Fiat Dealership) can affect

the proper operation of the device.

Frontal collision alarm with active

braking

(where provided)
If this functions is enabled and the

system detects the risk of a collision, it

can activate the brakes to slow the car

down.
This function applies an additional

braking pressure if the braking pressure

applied by the driver does not suffice to

prevent potential frontal impact.
The function is active with speed above

7 km/h.

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Driving in special conditions

In certain driving conditions, such as,

for example:

driving close to a bend;

vehicles with small dimensions

and/or not aligned in the driving lane;

lane change by other vehicles;

vehicles travelling at right angles to

the vehicle.
System intervention might be

unexpected or delayed. The driver

must therefore be very careful, keeping

control of the car to drive in complete

safety.

WARNING In particularly complex

traffic conditions, the driver can

deactivate the system through the

Menu.

Driving close to a bend

When entering or leaving a wide bend,

the system may detect a vehicle that is

in front of you, but that is not driving in

the same lane fig. 71. In cases such as

these, the system may intervene.

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Vehicles with small dimensions

and/or not aligned in the driving

lane

The system cannot detect cars in front

of you but outside the range of the

radar sensor and may therefore not

react in the presence of small cars,

such as bicycles or motorcycles fig. 72.

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Lane change by other vehicles

Vehicles suddenly changing lane,

entering the same lane as your car and

within the radar sensor’s operating

range, may cause the system fig. 73 to

intervene.

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Vehicles travelling at right angles to

the vehicle

The system could temporarily react to

a vehicle that is passing through the

radar sensor’s operating range at right

angles fig. 74.

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Important notes

The system has not been designed

to prevent impacts and cannot detect

possible conditions leading to an

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accident in advance. Failure to take

into account this warning may lead to

serious or fatal injuries.

The system may be activated,

assessing the trajectory of the car,

in case of reflecting metal objects

different from other cars, such as safety

barriers, road signs, barriers before

parking lots, toll-gates, level crossings,

gates, railways, objects near road

constructions sites or higher than

the car (e.g. a flyover). In the same

way, the system may intervene inside

multi-storey car parks or tunnels, or

due to a glare on the road surface.

These possible activations follow the

normal operating logic of the system

and must not be regarded as faults.

The system has been designed for

road use only. If the car is driven off-

road, the system must be deactivated,

to avoid unnecessary warnings.

The system should be deactivated

when the vehicle is loaded on a train,

ferry or lorry, when it is towed or put on

a roller test bench.

iTPMS (indirect Tyre

Pressure Monitoring

System)

68) 69) 70) 71) 72) 73)

Description

The vehicle is equipped with the iTPMS

(indirect Tyre Pressure Monitoring

System), which monitors the tyre

inflation status through wheel speed

sensors.

Correct tyre pressure

If no flat tyres are detected, the outline

of the car will be shown on the display.

Low tyre pressure

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, along with an acoustic signal.
In this case, the outline of the car is

shown on the display with the two

symbols .
This warning is displayed also when

turning the engine off and on again until

the RESET procedure is carried out.

Reset procedure

The iTPMS needs an initial "self-

learning" phase (with length depending

on the driving style and road

conditions: optimal conditions being

driving on a straight road at 80 km/h for

at least 20 minutes) which starts when

the RESET procedure is carried out.
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 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, with the

vehicle stationary and the engine on,
hold down the Reset button

located

on the left control panel fig. 75 for at

least 2 seconds.
When the RESET procedure has been

carried out, and depending on the

type of instrument panel, either only a

buzzer will be heard or the message

"Reset saved" will appear together with

the buzzer to indicate that self-learning

has started.

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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. car

loaded asymmetrically on one side,

towing a trailer, damaged or worn tyre,

fitting the space-saver wheel, use

of the "Fix&Go" tyre repair kit, fitting

snow chains, fitting different tyres on

the axles) the system may provide

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 warning message.
This warning is displayed also after

the engine has been switched off and

then on again if the correct operating

conditions are not restored.
In the case of abnormal signals, it is

recommended to perform the RESET

procedure. If the warnings reappear

once the RESET procedure has

started, check that the same type of

tyre is used on all four wheels and

that the tyres are not damaged; if the

space-saver wheel is being used, refit a

wheel with a tyre of normal dimensions

in place of the space-saver wheel as

soon as possible; if possible remove

the snow chains; make sure that the

load is distributed correctly and repeat

the RESET procedure, driving on a

clean and surfaced road. If the signals

persist, contact a Fiat Dealership.

POST COLLISION

BRAKING SYSTEM

(where provided)
The Post Collision Braking system

activates the brakes in case of a

collision at the front, side or rear of

the car, to avoid further swerving or

collisions.
The system, operational at all speeds,

is activated when the airbag control

module deploys further to a collision

which has just happened. The Post

Collision Braking system does not

automatically brake the car if the

accident has damaged the braking

system or the stability control.
The Post Collision Braking system is

not activated if the stability control has

failed.
The system is deactivated if the

driver floors the accelerator during its

activation.
If the pressure the driver applies to the

brake pedal is lower than that applied

by the Post Collision Braking system,

the system is still activated.
If the pressure the driver applies to the

brake pedal is higher than that applied

by the system, the system deactivates.

WARNING

62)

The system is an aid for car driving,

it DOES NOT warn the driver about

incoming cars outside of the detection

areas. The driver must always maintain

a sufficient level of attention to the traffic

and road conditions and for controlling the

trajectory of the vehicle.

63)

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.

64)

If the driver depresses the brake pedal

fully or carries out a fast steering during

system operation, the automatic braking

function may stop (e.g. to allow a possible

manoeuvre to avoid the obstacle).

65)

The capability of the Autonomous

Emergency Brake Control (AEB Control)

system must never be tested irresponsibly

or dangerously, in such a way as to

compromise personal safety and the

safety of others.

66)

The system intervenes on vehicles

travelling in the same lane. People, animals

and things (e.g. pushchairs) are not taken

into consideration.

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67)

If the car must be placed on a roller

bench for maintenance or if it is washed

in an automatic car wash with an obstacle

in the front part (e.g. another car, a wall or

another obstacle), the system may detect

its presence and activate. In this case the

system must be deactivated through the

settings of the

system.

68)

If the iTPMS system signals a pressure

drop on the tyres, it is recommended to

check the pressure on all four tyres.

69)

The TPMS 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.

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 TPMS cannot indicate sudden

tyre pressure drops (e.g. if 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.

73)

Insufficient tyre inflation increases fuel

consumption, reduces the tread duration

and may affect the capacity to drive safely.

19)

The system may have limited operation

or not work at all in weather conditions

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

snow.

20)

The section of the bumper in front the

sensor must not be covered with stickers,

auxiliary headlights or any other object.

21)

System intervention might be

unexpected or delayed when other cars

transport loads projecting from the side,

above or from the rear, with respect to the

normal size of the car.

22)

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.

23)

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.

24)

Do not tamper nor operate on the

radar sensor. In the event of a sensor

failure, contact a Fiat Dealership.

25)

When towing a trailer (with modules

installed after purchasing the car), a

vehicle or during loading manoeuvres on

a car carrier (or in vehicle for transport),

the system must be deactivated via the

system.

26)

Do not wash with high-pressure jets

in the bumper lower area: in particular

do not operate on the system's electrical

connector.

27)

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.

OCCUPANT

PROTECTION

SYSTEMS

Some of the most important safety

equipment of the car comprise the

following protection systems:

seat belts;

SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) system;

head restraints;

child restraint systems;

Front airbags, side bags (if present)

and window bags (where present).

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 car"

chapter.

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SEAT BELTS

All vehicle seats are equipped with seat

belts with three anchor points and a

retractor.

The reel mechanism operates locking

the belt in the event of sharp braking

or strong deceleration due to an

impact. This allows the belt strap to

slide freely and to adapt to the body

of the occupant. In the event of an

accident, the belt will lock reducing the

risk of impact inside the passenger

compartment and of being projected

outside the car.

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.

USING THE SEAT BELTS

The seat belt should be worn keeping

the chest straight and rested against

the backrest.
To fasten the seat belts, hold fastening

tongue (1) fig. 76 and insert it into

buckle (2), until it clicks into place.

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On removal of the belt, if it jams, let it

rewind for a short stretch, then pull it

out again without jerking.
To unfasten the seat belts, press

button (3) fig. 76 and guide the seat

belt with your hand while it is rewinding,

to prevent it from twisting.

74) 75)

The retractor may lock when the car

is parked on a steep slope: this is

perfectly normal. Furthermore, the

reel mechanism locks the belt if it is

pulled sharply or in the event of sudden

braking, collisions and high-speed

bends.
Once seated, wear the rear seat belts

as shown in fig. 77.

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Seat belt of the rear central seat

Unlike other seat belts, this one has

two buckles and two metal tongues.

In this manner, release the seat belt

to recline a larger portion (2/3) of the

backrest (see the "Seats" chapter for

more information).
To fasten the seat belt follow the below

procedure:

place yourself on the central seat and

normally pull out the seat belt from top

rewinder without twisting it;

in the left buckle (without the red

unlock button on the slot) insert the first

tongue which is located at the end of

the diagonal section of the seat belt;

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in the right buckle insert the tongue

which is located at the end of the

abdominal section of the belt.

to unfasten the seat belt, unlock

the tongue of the abdominal section

pressing the red button.

WARNING With the rear seat backrest

in vertical position, ensure that the

tongue which is located at the end

of the diagonal section of the central

seat belt is always properly hooked to

the left buckle (without the red unlock

button on the slot).

ADJUSTING THE SEAT

BELT HEIGHT

(for versions/markets, where provided)

76) 77)

Four different adjustments in height are

possible.

To adjust the window height, from the

top downwards, press the button

(1) fig. 79 and slide the handle

downwards.
To carry out window height adjustment,

from the top to the bottom, the

grip must be slid (without pressing

anything).

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Always adjust the height of the seat

belts to fit the person wearing it: this

precaution could greatly reduce the risk

of injury in the event of a crash.
Correct adjustment is obtained when

the belt passes approximately half way

between the shoulder and the neck.

WARNING

74)

Never press button (3) when travelling.

75)

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.

76)

Make height adjustment of the seat

belts when the car is stationary.

77)

After the height adjustment, always

check that the grip is locked in one of the

preset positions. To do this, with button

(1) released, press downward more to

allow the anchoring device to click if it has

not been released in one of the possible

positions.

SBR (SEAT BELT

REMINDER) SYSTEM

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The SBR system warns the passengers

of the front and rear (where provided)

seats if their seat belt is not fastened.

The system warnings unfastened seat

belts with visual warnings (warning

lights on in the instrument panel

and symbols on the display) and an

acoustic warning (see the following

paragraphs).

NOTE To deactivate the acoustic

warning permanently go to a Fiat

Dealership. The acoustic warning can

be reactivated at any time through

the display menu (see the "Display"

paragraph in the "Knowing the

instrument panel" chapter).