seats Alfa Romeo MiTo 2016 User Guide

NOTE On versions equipped with sports front seats, the passenger side
seat belt fastened indication (warning light 1 for RHD versions or
warning light 5 for LHD versions) will never be displayed.
FRONT SEATS (warning light no. 1 =
driver and no. 5 = passenger)
Driver
If the driver is the only occupant and their seat belt is not fastened,
when 20 km/h is exceeded or when travelling at a speed between 10
and 20 km/h for longer than 5 seconds, an acoustic signal cycle
will be started for the front seats (continuous acoustic signal for
6 seconds followed by a 90 second beep). The warning light will flash.
The warning lights will stay on constantly at the end of the cycle until
the engine is stopped. The acoustic signal will be interrupted
immediately when the driver’s seat belt is fastened and the warning
light will turn green.
The reminder cycle (acoustic and visual) will be repeated as described
above and the red warning light will flash if the seat belt is unfastened
again while travelling.
Passenger
A similar situation applies to the front passenger, with the difference
that the warning light turns green and the indication is also interrupted
when the passenger leaves the car.
If both front seat belts are unfastened a few seconds apart while the
car is travelling, the acoustic signal will refer to the most recent event
and the two warning lights will proceed with the visual indication
independently.
REAR SEATS (warning light no. 2, no.
3 and no. 4)
For the rear seats, the reminder cycle is only activated when any seat
belt is unfastened (flashing red).
In this condition, the warning light for the seat belt which has been
unfastened will flash (red) for approximately 30 seconds. An acoustic
signal is also emitted.
The visual indication (flashing red) will start and stop independently for
each warning light if several seat belts are unfastened. The warning
light will become green when the relevant seat belt is fastened again.
The rear seat warning lights will switch off, regardless of the state
of the belt (red or green) approximately 30 seconds after the last
signal.
IMPORTANT
The warning lights are all off if all seat belts (front and rear) are
already fastened when the ignition key is turned to MAR.
All warning lights switch on when at least one belt changes from
fastened to unfastened or vice versa.
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For maximum protection, 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 for both the front and rear seats! Travelling without
wearing seat belts will increase the risk of serious injury and
even death in the event of an accident.Each seat belt must be used by only one person. Never travel with a
child sitting on a passenger’s lap and a single belt to protect them both
fig. 95. In general, do not place any objects between the person and
belt.
Removing or otherwise tampering with safety belt and
pretensioner components is strictly prohibited. Any
operations on these components must be performed by
qualified and authorised technicians. Always contact Alfa Romeo
Authorized Services.
If the belt has been subjected to high levels of stress,
for example after an accident, it should be changed
completely together with the attachments, attachment
fixing screws and the pretensioner. In fact, even if the belt has no
visible defects, it may have lost its resilience.
fig. 93A0J0401
fig. 94A0J0095fig. 95A0J0096
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FITTING “UNIVERSAL” CHILD
SEAT (with seat belts)
GROUP 0 and 0+
The diagram is indicative and for assembly purposes
only. Fit the child seat according to the instructions,
which must be included.
Infants up to 13 kg must be carried with a child seat facing backwards
of a type as shown in fig. 96 which, supporting the head, does not
induce stress on the neck in the event of sudden decelerations.
The child seat is secured by the car seat belts, as shown in fig. 96 and
it must restrain the child in turn with its own belts.
GROUP 1
The diagram is indicative and for assembly purposes
only. Fit the child seat according to the instructions,
which must be included.
Children of weight from 9 to 18 kg may be carried in child seats
facing forwards fig. 97.
Child seats with Isofix attachments are available,
which allow them to be secured to the seat safely
without using the car seat belts.
fig. 96A0J0097fig. 97A0J0371
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SUITABILITY OF PASSENGER SEATS FOR UNIVERSAL CHILD SEAT USE
According to the European Directive 2000/3/EC the suitability of each passenger seat position for the fixing of universal child seats is shown in
the following table:
Group Weight groups Front passengerRear side and central
passenger
Group 0, 0+ up to 13 kg
UU
Group 1 9-18 kgUU
Group 2 15-25 kgUU
Group 3 22-36 kgUU
U= Suitable for child restraint systems in the "Universal" category, according to European Standard EEC-R44 for the specified "Groups".
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PREPARATION FOR “ISOFIX”
CHILD SEAT
The car is equipped with ISOFIX anchorages, a new standard which
makes fitting a child seat quick, simple and safe.
Isofix systems can be fitted alongside conventional child seats on
different seats in the same car.
An example of a Universal Isofix child seat for weight group 1 is
shown in fig. 100.
The diagram is indicative and for assembly purposes
only. Fit the child seat according to the instructions,
which must be included.
The other weight groups are covered by specific Isofix child seats,
which can be used only if specifically tested for this car (see list of cars
provided with the child seat).
IMPORTANT The central rear seat is not approved for any type of Isofix
child seat.
fig. 100A0J0093
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INSTALLING A UNIVERSAL ISOFIX
CHILD SEAT
Proceed as follows:
❒secure the child seat to the dedicated lower metal rings A fig. 101,
positioned between the backrest and the cushion of the rear seat;
❒fix the upper belt (available together with the seat) to the special
attachments B fig. 102 located in the rear part of the backrest.
It is possible to have a mixed assembly of traditional seat and
Universal Isofix ones. Remember that when using a Universal Isofix
child seat, you can only use type-approved child seats with the
marking ECE R44 (R44/03 or superior) “Universal Isofix”.
The universal Isofix "Duo Plus" child seat is available from
Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo.
For further details on child seat installation and/or use, refer to the
instruction manual provided with the child seat.
If a Universal Isofix child seat is not fixed to all three
anchorages, the child seat will not be able to protect
the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be
seriously or fatally injured.
Fit the child seat only when the car is stationary. The
child seat is correctly secured to the brackets when you
hear the click. Follow the instructions for fitting,
removing and positioning that the manufacturer must supply
with the child seat.
fig. 101A0J0092fig. 102A0J0335
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SUITABILITY OF PASSENGER SEATS FOR ISOFIX CHILD SEAT USE
The table below shows the various installation possibilities for Isofix child seats on seats fitted with Isofix attachments in accordance with European
standard ECE 16.
Weight group Child seat position Isofix size classRear passenger
left side right side
Group 0 up to 10 kg Facing backwards E
XX
Group 0+ up to 13 kgFacing backwards E
XX
Facing backwards DXX
Facing backwards CXX
Group 1 from 9 up to 18
kgFacing backwards D
XX
Facing backwards CXX
Facing forwards BIUF IUF
Facing forwards BIIUF IUF
Facing forwards AXX
X: Isofix position not suitable for child seats in this weight group and/or size class.
IUF: Suitable for Isofix restraint systems to be positioned facing forwards, universal class (fitted with third upper mounting), type-approved forthe relevant weight
group.
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Fit the child seat according to the instructions, which
must be included.
Main recommendations to carry children safely
❒Install the child seats on the rear seat, which is the most protected
position in the event of an accident.
❒Keep children in rear facing seats for as long as possible, until 2
years old.
❒Should a rear facing child seat 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 passenger's front airbag is deactivated always check the
permanent switching on of the dedicated warning light on the
instrument panel to make sure that it has actually been deactivated.
❒Carefully follow the instructions supplied with the child seat itself.
Keep the instructions in the car along with the other documents
and this handbook. Do not use second-hand child seats without
instructions.
❒Only one child is to be strapped into each restraint system; never
carry two children simultaneously.
❒Always check that the seat belts do not interfere with the child's
throat.❒Always check that the seat belt is well fastened by pulling on it.
❒While travelling, do not let the child sit incorrectly or unfasten the
belts.
❒Never allow a child to put the belt's diagonal section under an arm
or behind their back.
❒Never carry children on your lap, even newborns. No-one can
restrain a child in the event of an accident.
❒In the event of an accident, replace the child seat with a new one.
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FRONT AIRBAGS
“SMART BAG” SYSTEM (MULTISTAGE
FRONT AIRBAGS)
The car is equipped with multi-stage front airbags (“Smart bags”) for
the driver and passenger and knee bags for the driver.
The front airbags (driver's and passenger's) and the driver's knee bag
have been designed to protect the occupants in the event of head-on
crashes of medium-high severity, by placing cushions between the
occupant and the steering wheel or dashboard.
Therefore non-deployment in other types of impacts (side impacts, rear
shunts, roll-overs, etc.) does not indicate a system malfunction.
Airbags are not a replacement of but complementary to the seat belts,
which you are recommended to always wear. In the event of 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.
Front airbags may not activate in the following situations:
❒frontal impacts against highly deformable objects not involving the
front surface of the car (e.g. wing collision against guard rail, etc.);
❒jamming of the car underneath other vehicles or protective barriers
(e.g. underneath a truck or a guard rail) as, in this case, the bags
would offer no additional protection with respect to the seat belt and
their deployment would be inappropriate. In these cases, non-
deployment does not indicate a system malfunction.
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's side
dashboard since they could interfere with correct inflation of the
airbag and also cause serious injury to the passengers.
FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG
This consists of an instantly inflating bag contained in a special
compartment in the centre of the steering wheel fig. 103.
Always drive keeping your hands on the steering
wheel rim so the airbag can inflate freely if necessary.
Do not drive with your body bent forward. Keep the
back of your seat upright and lean back into it.
fig. 103A0J0047
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IMPORTANT
Do not wash the seats with water or pressurised steam (by hand or at
automatic seat washing stations).
The front and/or side bags may activate in the event of sharp knocks
to the underbody of the car (e.g. impact with steps, pavements,
potholes or road bumps etc.).
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.
All operations on airbags (inspection, repair and replacement) must be
carried out by Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
If the car is to be scrapped, contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services to
have the airbags deactivated.
Pretensioners and airbags are deployed in different ways, according to
the type of impact. Failure to deploy of one of the devices does not
necessarily indicate a system malfunction.
If thewarning light does not switch on when the
key is turned to MAR-ON, or stays on while driving (on
some versions together with a message on the
display) there may be a fault in the restraint systems. In this
case, airbags or pretensioners may not be activated in the case
of an accident or (in a lesser number of cases) they may be
activated incorrectly. Before proceeding, contact Alfa Romeo
Authorised Services to have the system checked immediately.
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.
If the car has been subject to theft, attempted theft,
vandalism, or flooding, have the airbag system
inspected at Alfa Romeo Authorised Services.
When the ignition key is in and turned in the MAR-ON
position and the engine is off, the airbags may deploy
if the car is crashed by another moving vehicle.
Therefore, even if the car is stationary, when an active passenger
airbag is fitted, DO NOT install rear facing child restraint systems
on the front passenger seat. Deployment of the airbag following
an impact could cause fatal injuries to the child. Therefore,
always deactivate the passenger airbag when a rear 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 avoid 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.
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