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The activation of the function is signalled by the
word CITY on the display (in some versions it is
signalled by the switching on of the warning light
CITY).
When the CITY function is on, the steering wheel
effort is lighter and parking operations are easier:
therefore this function is particularly useful for
driving in city centres.
FAILURE INDICATIONS
Any failure of the electric power steering system is
indicated by instrument panel warning light
coming
on together with a message on the display (on
some versions together with a symbol on the display)
(see “Warning lights and messages” chapter).
In the event of electric power steering system failure,
the car can be driven with mechanical steering.
SPORT FUNCTION
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The vehicle may be equipped with a system that
allows a choice between two styles of driving, normal
and sports.
Pressing the SPORT button fig. 93 produces a sporty
driving setting characterised by higher acceleration
response and more effort required at the steering
wheel for a sporty driving sensation.
Pressing the SPORT button also activates the
turbocharger supercharging function (overboost). Via this function the engine management control unit
allows - in relation to the position of the accelerator
pedal and for a limited time - maximum pressure
levels to be reached inside the turbocharger, with a
consequent increase in engine torque with respect to
that which is normally possible.
This function is particularly useful whenever
maximum performance is required for a short time
(e.g. when overtaking).
The letter S is lit up in the instrument panel display
when the function is switched on. Press the button
again to switch the function off and restore the
normal driving setting.
fig. 93
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KNOW YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCY SERVICING ANDMAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
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BATTERY RECHARGINGIMPORTANT The battery recharging procedure is given as information only. You are advised to contacta Fiat Dealership to have this operation performed. Low amperage slow recharging for approximately 24 hours is advised. Charging for a longer time maydamage the battery. Charge the battery as follows:❒
disconnect the negative battery terminal;

connect the charger cables to the battery terminals, observing the polarity;

turn on the charger;

when it is recharged, turn the charger off beforedisconnecting it from the battery;

reconnect the negative battery terminal.
IMPORTANT If the car is equipped with an alarmsystem, this has to be disabled using the remotecontrol (see the "Alarm" paragraph in "Knowing yourcar" chapter).
WARNING
Battery fluid is poisonous and corrosive:avoid contact with your skin and eyes.
The battery should be charged in a wellventilated place, away from naked flames orpossible sources of sparks: danger of explosionand fire.
WARNING
Do not attempt to charge a frozenbattery: it must be thawed first ,
otherwise it may explode. If freezing hasoccurred, the battery should be checked byskilled personnel to make sure that the internalelements are not damaged and that the bodyis not cracked, with the risk of leakingpoisonous and corrosive acid.
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YOUR CARSAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTSAND MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCYSERVICING ANDMAINTENANCETECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
IMPORTANT After turning the ignition key to STOP and having closed the driver's side door, wait atleast one minute before disconnecting andthen reconnecting the battery electrical supply.

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INDEX
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BS (system) .............................. 89
Accessories purchased bythe owner ................................... 96Activation/Deactivation(CITY function) ......................... 97Activation of internal airrecirculation and enablement of AQSfunction (Air QualitySystem)........................................ 49Additional heater ............. 41-45-51 Adjustable side vents anddiffusers....................................... 37Air cleaner ................................... 212 Air distribution selection .......... 50Alarm ............................................. 14Anti-pinch safety device ............ 74Ashtray .......................................... 70 ASR (system) ............................... 93 Automatic dual zone climatecontrol system .......................... 46Automatic headlight sensor(dusk sensor) ............................. 54Automatic operation of theclimate control system (AUTO function) ...................... 47
Battery ........................................ 212– advice for extendinglifetime .................................... 212– replacement ........................... 212Battery (recharging) .................. 198 Bodywork– maintenance .......................... 220– protection againstatmospheric agents.............. 219– warranty ................................. 219Bonnet........................................... 85Brake Assist ................................. 91Brake fluid.................................... 210Brakes– specifications ......................... 231ulb replacement ............... 180-182Bulb replacement– exterior lights ....................... 177– interior lights......................... 184Bulbs– bulbs (replacement) ............. 174– general instructions ............. 174– types of bulbs ........................ 175
Capacities.................................... 242Car dimensions .......................... 239Cargo Box .................................... 85Carrying children safely ............ 116– child restraint systems ........ 124– "Isofix" child restraintsystem setup ......................... 122
Central diffusers ......................... 37Central locking ............................ 75Changing a wheel ....................... 162Checking fluid levels.................. 206Child lock device ........................ 75 Child restraint systems(compliance for use) ............... 121Cigar lighter ................................. 69Cleaning and maintenance– bodywork ............................... 219 – car interior............................. 222– engine compartment ........... 221– front headlights ..................... 221– Plastic and coated parts...... 223– seats ................................ 222-223– windows ................................. 221Climate control/heatingsystem ......................................... 36
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