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When over 1.50 m in height, from the point of view
of restraint systems, children are considered as
adults and wear seat belts normally.
In Europe the characteristics of children restraint
systems are ruled by the regulation ECE-R44, dividing
them into five weight groups:GroupWeight groups
Group 0 up to 10 kg of weight
Group 0+ up to 13 kg of weight
Group 1 9-18 kg in weight
Group 2 15-25 kg in weight
Group 3 22-36 kg of weightAll child restraint devices must bear the certification
data, together with the control mark, on a label
solidly fixed to the seat which must never be
removed.
Lineaccessori Fiat offers child restraint systems for
each weight group. These devices are recommended
having been specifically designed for Fiat cars.
WARNING
SEVERE DANGER.When an active
passenger airbag is fitted, DO NOT
install rear facing child restraint systems
on the front seat . Deployment of the
airbag in an accident could cause fatal injuries
to the child regardless of the severity of the
impact . It is advisable to always carr y children
in a child restraint system on the rear seat ,
which is the most protected position in the
event of a collision.WARNING
On the sun visor there is a label with
suitable symbols reminding the user that
it is compulsory to deactivate the airbag if a
rear facing child restraint system is fitted.
Always comply with the instructions on the
passenger's side sun visor (see the "Front
airbag" paragraph).WARNING
Do not move the front or rear seat if a
child is seated on it or on the dedicated
child restraint system.
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FITTING "UNIVERSAL"
CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM
(with seat belts)GROUP 0 and 0+
WARNING
The diagram is indicative and for fitting
purposes only. Fit the child restraint
system according to the instructions, which must
be included.
Children up to 13 kg must be carried with rearward
facing restraint system of a type as shown in fig. 105
which, supporting the head, does not induce stress
on the neck in the event of sudden decelerations.
The rearward facing infant seat is restrained by the
car seat belts, as shown in fig. 105 and it must
restrain the child in turn with its own belts.
GROUP 1WARNING
The diagram is indicative and for fitting
purposes only. Fit the child restraint
system according to the instructions, which must
be included. Children of weight from 9 to 18 kg may be carried in
forward facing child restraint systems fig. 106.
fig. 105
F0Q0429
fig. 106
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WARNING
Child restraint systems with Isofix
attachments are available for a safe
anchoring to the seat without using the car seat
belts.
GROUP 2WARNING
The diagram is indicative and for fitting
purposes only. Fit the child restraint
system according to the instructions, which must
be included. Children from 15 to 25 kg may use the car seat belts
directly fig. 107.
In this case, the child restraint system is used to
position the child correctly with respect to the seat
belts so that the diagonal belt section crosses the
child’s chest and not the neck, and the lower part is
snug on the pelvis not the abdomen.
fig. 107
F0Q0431
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GROUP 3
WARNING
The diagram is indicative and for fitting
purposes only. Fit the child restraint
system according to the instructions, which must
be included.
For children between 22 kg and 36 kg, there are
dedicated restraint systems that allow the seat belt
to be worn correctly. The fig. 108 shows the correct child positioning on
the rear seat.
Children over 1.50 m in height can wear seat belts
like adults.
fig. 108
F0Q0432
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SUITABILITY OF PASSENGER SEATS FOR UNIVERSAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM USE
According to the European Directive 2000/3/EC the suitability of each passenger seat position for the fixing
of universal child restraint systems is shown in the following table:GroupWeight range Front passenger Rear side passengers Rear central
passenger
Group 0, 0+ up to 13 kg
UUU
Group 1 9–18 kg
UUU
Group 215–25 kg
UUU
Group 322–36 kg
UUU
U= suitable for child restraint systems in the "Universal" category, according to European Regulation EEC-R44 for the specified "Groups".
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ISOFIX CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM
SETUPThe car is equipped with ISOFIX anchorages, a new
standard which makes fitting a child restraint system
quick, simple and safe.
Isofix systems can be fitted alongside conventional
child restraint systems on different seats in the same
car.
fig. 109An example of a Universal Isofix child
restraint system for weight group 1.
WARNING
The diagram is indicative and for fitting
purposes only. Fit the child restraint
system according to the instructions, which must
be included.
The other weight groups are covered by specific
Isofix child restraint systems, which can be used only
if specifically tested for this car (see list of cars
provided with the child restraint system).
fig. 109
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INSTALLING A UNIVERSAL ISOFIX CHILD
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
Attach the restraint system to the two metal
anchorages A fig. 110 located where the rear seat
cushion meets the backrest, then fix the upper strap
(available together with the restraint system) to
the dedicated anchorage B fig. 111 located at the
bottom behind the backrest.
Remember that when using a Universal Isofix child
restraint system, you can use approved child restraint
systems with the marking ECE R44/03 (R44/03 or
superior) “Universal Isofix”.
WARNING
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. The Universal Isofix “Duo Plus” child seat and the
special "G 0/1" seat are available from Lineaccessori
Fiat.
For any further details on installation/use, refer to
the instruction manual for the child seat.
WARNING
Fit the child seat when the car is
stationary.The child seat is correctly
anchored to the brackets when you hear the
click. Follow the instructions for assembly,
disassembly and positioning that the
manufacturer must supply with the child seat .
fig. 110
F0Q0698
fig. 111
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SUITABILITY OF PASSENGER SEATS FOR ISOFIX CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM USE
The table below shows the various installation possibilities for Isofix child restraint systems on seats fitted
with Isofix attachments in accordance with European standard ECE 16.Weight groupChild restraint system
position Isofix size class Rear side passengers
Group 0 up to 10 kg Rear facingE
IL
Group 0+ up to 13 kg Rear facing
E
IL
Rear facingD
IL
Rear facing C
IL (*)
Group 1 from 9 up to 18 kg Facing backwards
D
IL
Facing backwards C
IL (*)
Forward facingB
IUF
Forward facingBI
IUF
Forward facing A
IUF
IL : suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems of the categories for "specific vehicles", "restricted", or "semiuniversal", approved for this type of vehicle.
(*)The Isofix child seat can be installed by moving the front seat all the way up.
IL Suitable for special child restraint systems. Isofix type suitable and tested for this type of car. The seat can be installed by moving the front seat forward.
IUF: suitable for forward facing Isofix child restraint systems in the Universal category and type-approved for the use in the weight group.
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WARNING
Fit the child restraint system according
to the instructions, which must be
included.
Main recommendations to carry children
safely:
❒ Install the child restraint systems on the rear seat,
which is the most protected position in the event
of an accident.
❒ Keep children in rear facing restraint systems for as
long as possible, until 3–4 years old if possible.
❒ Should a rear facing child restraint system be
installed on the rear seats, it is advisable to
position it as far forward as the position of the
front seat allows.
❒ If the passenger's front airbag is deactivated always
check the warning light on the instrument panel
to make sure that it has actually been deactivated.
❒ Carefully follow the child restraint manufacturer's
instruction supplied with the child restraint
system. Keep the instructions in the car along with
the other documents and this handbook. Do not
use second-hand child restraint systems without
instructions.
❒ Only one child is to be strapped into each
retaining system; never carry two children using
one child restraint system. ❒
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
restraint system with a new one.
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FRONT AIRBAGSThe car is fitted with front airbags for the driver and
the passenger, and with a knee bag on the driver's
side (for versions/markets, where provided).
The front driver/passenger airbags and the driver's
knee bag (for versions/markets, where provided)
have been designed to protect the front seat
occupants in the event of frontal impacts of
medium/high severity, by placing the bag between the
occupant and the steering wheel or dashboard.
Therefore non-deployment in other types of impacts
(side impacts, rear shunts, roll-overs, etc.) does not
indicate a system malfunction.
In the event of a frontal impact, an electronic control
unit triggers the inflation of the bags if required.
The cushions immediately inflate, placing themselves
between the front occupants' bodies and structures
that could cause injuries. Immediately after, the
cushions deflate.
The front driver/passenger airbags and the driver's
knee bag (for versions/markets, where provided) are
not a replacement for, but rather complement the
use of, seat belts, which should always be worn,
as specified by law in Europe and most non-European
countries.
In the event of an impact, those not wearing a seat
belt will move forward and 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 be activated 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.);
❒ car wedging under other vehicles or protective
barriers (e.g. trucks or guard rails);
Failure to activate in the conditions described above
is due to the fact that they may not provide any
additional protection compared with seat belts, so
their activation would be inappropriate.
In these cases, non-deployment does not indicate a
system malfunction.
WARNING
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 injur y to the passengers.
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