pretensioner FIAT DOBLO COMBI 2010 Owner handbook (in English)

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SBR SYSTEM
The vehicle is equipped with the SBR (Seat Belt Reminder)
system, which warns the driver (on all versions) and the
front passenger (on Doblò/Doblò Combi versions) if their
seat belt is not fastened, as follows:
❒warning light sounds continuously for the first six seconds;
❒warning light mittently for the next 90 seconds.
For permanent deactivation, contact a Fiat Dealership.
The SBR system can also be reactivated through the set-
up menu.
PRETENSIONERS
To increase the protective efficiency of the front seat belts,
the vehicle is fitted with pretensioners. These devices, in
the event of a violent head-on crash or side impact, rewind
the seat belts a few centimetres. In this way, they ensure
that the belts fit tightly to the wearer before the restraining
action begins.
The seat belt reel locks to indicate that the pretensioner
has cut in; the seat belt cannot be drawn back up even
when guided manually.
IMPORTANT To obtain the highest degree of protection
from the action of the pretensioning device, wear the seat
belt so it fits snugly over the chest and hips.
A small amount of smoke may be produced when the pre-
tensioners cut in. This smoke is not toxic and does not in-
dicate a fire.
The pretensioner does not require any maintenance or lu-
brication. Anything that modifies its original conditions in-
validates its efficiency. If, due to unusual natural events
(floods, sea storms, etc.), the device has been affected by
water and mud, it absolutely must be replaced.
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The pretensioner can be used only once. Go
to a Fiat Dealership to have it replaced af-
ter it has been deployed. See the label inside the
glove box to check the status of the device; go to
a Fiat Dealership when it is time to replace it.
WARNING
Operations which lead to knocks, vibrations
or localised heating (over 100 °C for a max-
imum of six hours) in the area around the
pretensioners may damage or trigger them. These
devices are not affected by vibrations caused by un-
even road surfaces or low obstacles such as kerbs,
etc. Contact a Fiat Dealership for any assistance.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE
SEAT BELTS
The driver is responsible for respecting (and ensuring that
all the other passengers also respect) the local laws in force
regarding the use of seat belts. Always fasten the seat belts
before setting off.
Seat belts must also be worn by expectant mothers: the
risk of injury in the event of an accident is greatly reduced
for them and the unborn child if they are wearing a seat
belt. Pregnant women must position the lower part of the
belt very low down so that it passes over the hips and
under the abdomen (see fig. 113).
LOAD LIMITERS
(for versions/markets where provided)
To increase passenger safety, the front and rear (for ver-
sions/markets where provided) seat belt reels contain a
load limiter which controls the force acting on the chest
and shoulders during the belt restraining action in the
event of a head-on collision.
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IMPORTANT The belt must not be twisted. The upper
part must cross the shoulder and the chest diagonally. The
lower part must fit over the hips (as shown in fig. 114)
rather than the abdomen of the passenger. Do not use de-
vices (clips, clamps, etc.) that prevent the belts from being
snug to the passenger’s body.
For maximum protection, keep the back-
rest straight: lean back into the backrest
and keep the seat belt fairly tight across the chest
and hips. Always fasten the seat belts on both the
front and the rear seats! Travelling without seat
belts will increase the risk of severe injury and even
death in the event of an accident.
Never disassemble or tamper with the seat belt or
pretensioner components. All operations must be
performed by qualified and authorised personnel.
Always contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
IMPORTANT Each seat belt should be used by only one
person: never travel with a child sitting on the passenger’s
lap with a single belt to protect them both fig. 115. Do not
fasten other objects to the body.
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SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE
Observe the following precautions for correct seat belt
maintenance:
❒always make sure the belt is well stretched and never
twisted; make sure that it is free to run without ob-
structions;
❒replace the belt after a serious accident, even if it does
not appear damaged. Always replace the seat belt if the
pretensioners were deployed;
❒To clean the belt, wash by hand with water and mild
soap, rinse and leave to dry in the shade. Do not use
strong detergents, bleach, paints or any other chemi-
cals which could damage the belt fibres;
❒prevent the reels from getting wet: their correct op-
eration is guaranteed only if water does not get inside;
❒replace the seat belt if it shows significant signs of wear
and tear.
If the belt has been subjected to heavy
stress, for example after an accident, it
should be changed completely together with the
anchors, anchor fastening screws and the preten-
sioner. In fact, even if the belt has no visible de-
fects, it could have lost its resilience.
WARNINGCARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY
For optimum protection in the event of a crash, all pas-
sengers must be seated and wearing adequate restraint
systems.
This is even more important for children.
This prescription is compulsory in all EU countries ac-
cording to EC Directive 2003/20/EC.
Compared with an adult, a child’s head is larger and heav-
ier in proportion to his/her body and the child’s muscu-
lar and bone structures are not fully developed. For this
reason, they require restraint systems which are differ-
ent from those used by adults to protect them in the event
of an accident.
The result of research in relation to the best protection
for children is illustrated in European Regulation ECE-R44,
which divides the restraint systems into five groups in ad-
dition to making their use compulsory:
Group 0 up to 10 kg
Group 0+ up to 13 kg
Group 1 9-18 kg
Group 2 15-25 kg
Group 3 22-36 kg
As you can see, the groups overlap partly and, in fact, there
are devices on sale that cover more than one weight group.
All restraint devices must bear the type-approval data along
with the control mark on a label firmly secured to the child
seat which must never be removed.
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If you are having the vehicle scrapped, have the airbag sys-
tem deactivated at a Fiat Dealership first. If the vehicle
changes ownership, the new owner must be informed of
the method of use of the airbags and the above warnings
and also be given this “Owner’s Handbook”.
Pretensioners, front airbags and front side bags are de-
ployed differently according to the type of collision. Non-
deployment of one or more of these devices does not
therefore indicate a system fault.
If the warning light ¬does not turn on
when the key is turned to MAR, or if it
stays on when travelling (together with the mes-
sage on the display on some versions), there could
be a failure in the restraint systems. If this is the
case, the airbags or pretensioners may not trigger
in the event of an accident or, less likely, they may
trigger accidentally. Before continuing your jour-
ney, contact a Fiat Dealership to have the system
checked immediately.
WARNING
The expiry dates of the pyrotechnic
charge and spiral contact are shown on
the label in the glove box. When these dates ap-
proach, go to a Fiat Dealership to have the parts
replaced.
WARNING
Never travel with objects on your lap, in
front of your chest or with a pipe, pencil,
etc. between your lips; serious injury may result
if the airbag is triggered.
WARNING
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AIRBAG FAILURE (red)
Turning the key to the MAR position illuminates
the warning light, but it will switch off after a few
seconds. The warning light stays on constantly if
there is a failure in the airbag system. A specific message
is displayed on certain versions.
¬
If the warning light ¬does not come on
when turning the key to MAR or stays on
during car travel, a failure may be present in the
restraint systems. If this is the case, the airbags
or pretensioners may not be deployed after an im-
pact or, less likely, they may be deployed acci-
dentally. Before continuing your journey, contact
a Fiat Dealership to have the system checked im-
mediately.
WARNING
The failure of warning light ¬is indicat-
ed by warning light
“flashing for longer
than the usual four seconds, thus signalling that
the front passenger airbag is deactivated. In ad-
dition, the airbag system automatically disables
the airbags on the passenger’s side (both front and
side airbags where provided). In this case, warn-
ing light ¬may not be indicating that there is a
fault in the restraint systems. Before driving off,
contact a Fiat Dealership to have the system
checked immediately.
WARNING
PASSENGER/SIDE AIRBAGS
DEACTIVATED
(amber)
The warning light
“comes on when the front pas-
senger airbag and the side bag (for versions/markets where
provided) are disabled. With the front passenger airbags
enabled, when the ignition key is turned to MAR the
“
warning light comes on steadily for about four seconds,
flashes for another four seconds and then should go out.
“
Failure of the warning light “is indicat-
ed by warning light
¬coming on. In ad-
dition, the airbag system automatically disables
the airbags on the passenger’s side (both front and
side airbags where provided). Before driving off,
contact a Fiat Dealership to have the system
checked immediately.
WARNING
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Safety ...................................... 115
Saving fuel ............................... 137
SBR system ............................. 117
Scheduled servicing
plan ........................192-194-196
Scrappage ............................... 255
Scrappage ............................... 255
Seat adjustment ....................... 30
Seat belt pretensioners ....... 117
– load limiters ..................... 118
Seat belts................................. 115
– carrying children safely .. 120
– general warnings ............. 118
– load limiters ..................... 118
– maintenance ..................... 120
– pretensioners ................... 117
– SBR system ....................... 117
– using the seat belts ......... 115
Seat heating .............................. 32
Servicing and maintenance .. 199– checking fluid
levels ..................199-200-201
– heavy use of the vehicle...198
– precautions
and warnings .....................191
– regular inspections ...........198
– scheduled servicing
plan ...................192-193-194-
195-196-197
Setting the clock....................... 22
Side air bags (side bag -
window bag) ......... 130-131-132
– general warnings ............. 131
Side/taillights
– front bulb replacement ... 172
– rear bulb
replacement..............175-176
– switching on......................... 59
Sliding side doors ..................... 78
Smart washing
(windscreen wipers) ............. 61Snow chains ........................... 141
Sockets ................................72-73
Spare wheel ........................... 228
– technical specifications .... 228
Spark plugs (type) .................. 223
Speed block system .............. 102
Speed block............................. 102
Speedometer ........................... 12
Speedometer ........................... 12
Speedometer .....................14-19
Start&Stop (system).............. 104
Start&Stop system................. 104
Starting and driving ............... 133
Steering lock and ignition
switch ........................................ 9
Steering wheel adjustment .... 39
Steering wheel levers ....... 59-61
Steering wheel lock.................... 9
Steering wheel
– adjustment lever ................ 39
– turning circle..................... 225
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