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DIRECTION INDICATORS
fig. 50
Push the stalk to (stable) position:
❒up (position 1): right-hand indicator
ON;
❒down (position 2): left-hand indicator
ON.
Warning light
Îor ¥will blink on the in-
strument panel.
Direction indicators are switched off au-
tomatically when the steering wheel of the
vehicle is straightened.
If you want the indicator to flash briefly to
show that you are about to change lane,
which requires minimum steering wheel
rotation, move the stalk up or down with-
out clicking into position (unstable posi-
tion). When released, the stalk will return
to its home position.Lane change function
If you want to signal that you are changing
lane, bring the left stalk in unstable posi-
tion for shorter than half a second.
The direction indicator on the selected
side flashes three times and then switch-
es off automatically.“FOLLOW ME HOME”
DEVICE
This device allows the illumination of the
space in front of the vehicle for a preset
time.
Activation
With the ignition key on STOPor re-
moved, pull the stalk towards the steering
wheel within 2 minutes from when the en-
gine is turned off.
At each single movement of the stalk, the
lights stay on for further 30 seconds up to
a maximum of 210 seconds; then the lights
are switched off automatically.
Warning light
3on the instrument pan-
el lights up, and the corresponding mes-
sage appears on the display (see “Warn-
ing lights and messages”), whenever the
stalk is moved. The warning light goes out
when the stalk is operated and stays on
until the device is automatically deactivat-
ed. The time during which the lights stay
on can only be increased by operating the
stalk.
Deactivation
Keep the stalk pulled towards the steer-
ing wheel for more than 2 seconds.
fig. 50F0T0157m
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WINDOW WASHING
The right stalk fig. 51controls windscreen
wiper/washer and rear heated window
wiper/washer operation (where provid-
ed).
WINDSCREEN WIPER\WASHER
The device can work only when the igni-
tion key is on MAR.
The right lever can take four different po-
sitions:
O
O
windscreen wiper off;
≤intermittent;
≥continuous slow;
¥continuous fast.
fig. 51F0T0158m
Move the lever to position A-fig. 51(un-
stable) to limit operation during the time
when the lever is held in this position. The
lever will return to position and the wiper
will be automatically stopped when re-
leased.
With the knurled ring in position
≤the
windscreen wiper will automatically adapt
to the speed of the vehicle.
With windscreen wiper on and reverse
gear engaged, the rear window wiper is
automatically activated.Do not use the windscreen
wiper to remove layers of
snow or ice from the wind-
screen. In such conditions, the
windscreen wiper may be subjected to
excessive stress and the motor protec-
tion which prevents operation for a few
seconds may trip. If the issue persists,
contact the Fiat Dealership.
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REAR WINDOW WIPER/
WASHER (where provided)
The device can work only when the igni-
tion key is on MAR.
Activation
Turn the knurled ring to
'to operate the
rear window wiper as follows:
❒intermittent operation if the wind-
screen wiper is off;
❒synchronised with the windscreen
wiper (but with half stroke frequency);
❒continuous operation with reverse gear
engaged and windscreen wiper on.
With windscreen wiper on and reverse
gear engaged, rear window wiping will be
continuous.
Pushing the stalk towards the dashboard
(unstable position) will activate the rear
window washer. Keeping the stalk pushed
for over half a second will also activate the
rear window wiper. Releasing the stalk will
activate the smart washing function as de-
scribed for the windscreen wiper.Deactivation
Operation will stop when releasing the
stalk.
Do not use the rear window
wiper to remove layers of
snow or ice from the rear win-
dow. In such conditions, the
windscreen wiper may be subjected to
excessive stress and the motor protec-
tion which prevents operation for a few
seconds may trip. If rear window wiper
operation is not reset, contact the
Fiat Dealership.
“Smart washing” function
Pull the stalk towards the steering wheel
(unstable position) to operate the wind-
screen washer jet.
Keeping the stalk pulled for more than half
a second, with just one movement it is
possible to operate the washer jet and the
wiper at the same time.
The wiper stops working three strokes af-
ter releasing the stalk.
A further stroke after approx. 6 seconds
completes the wiping cycle.
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PORTABLE LIGHT
(where provided)
This light is installed on the right-hand side
of the loading compartment. It is used as
both a fixed light and a portable electric
torch.
To use the portable torch A-fig. 56first
press button Bto extract it in the direc-
tion indicated by the arrow. Then, use
switch Cto switch the light on/off.
When the portable light is secured to its
stationary support, the battery of the elec-
tric torch is automatically recharged.
Portable light recharge when the vehicle
is not running and the ignition key is either
in the STOPposition or removed must
last max. 15 minutes.
fig. 56
AUTO
B
A
C
F0T0115m
SWITCHING ON/OFF
OF THE CEILING LIGHTS
Cargo versions
The ceiling lights turn on/off as described
below.
Ceiling light switch-on without central locking
Front ceiling lights: switch on when front
doors are opened.
Rear ceiling lights: are switched on man-
ually.
Portable light (as an alternative to rear
ceiling light): stationary part is switched on
manually.
Ceiling light switch-off with central locking
Front and rear ceiling lights (also with
portable light option): switch off (with fad-
ing effect) when side sliding doors, rear
swing-doors or front doors are closed.
Option with independent loading compart-
ment
Front ceiling lights: switch off (with fad-
ing effect) when front doors are closed.
Rear ceiling lights (also with portable light
option): switch off (with fading effect)
when rear doors are closed.Combi versions
The ceiling lights turn on/off as described
below.
Ceiling light switch-on without central locking
Front ceiling lights: switch on when front
doors are opened.
Rear ceiling lights: are switched on man-
ually.
Ceiling light switch-off with central locking
Front and rear ceiling lights (also with
portable light option): switch off (with fad-
ing effect) when side sliding doors, rear
swing-doors or front doors are closed.
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FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM
This system triggers after a collision and
activates the following:
❒switch off of fuel supply with conse-
quent engine switch off;
❒automatic door unlocking;
❒switch on of all lights inside the vehicle.
When the system is triggered, the mes-
sage “Fuel cut-off tripped - see handbook”
is displayed on some versions.
Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks,
for instance in the engine compartment
below the vehicle or near the fuel tank
area.
After the collision, position ignition key on
STOPto avoid battery draining.To reset vehicle operation, follow this
procedure:
❒turn the ignition key to MAR;
❒activate the right-hand indicator;
❒deactivate the right-hand indicator;
❒activate the left-hand indicator;
❒deactivate the left-hand indicator;
❒activate the right-hand indicator;
❒deactivate the right-hand indicator;
❒activate the left-hand indicator;
❒deactivate the left-hand indicator;
❒turn the ignition key to STOP.
If, after a crash, you smell fu-
el or notice leaks from the
fuel system, do not reset the system
to avoid fire risk.
WARNING
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While refuelling, if the flap is
open, the right-hand side
sliding door cannot be opened.
WARNING
When the vehicle is parked
on a slope, do not block the
sliding door open: any accidental
shock may release the door, thus
leaving it free to move forward.
WARNING
Before leaving the vehicle
parked with sliding doors
open, always check that the latch is
engaged.
WARNING
SIDE SLIDING DOORS
(where provided)
In Cargo versions the side sliding door is
supplied with a spring loaded latch that
stops the door at the end of its stroke
during opening. Block the door by simply
pushing it to the end of its stroke; release
it by pulling forwards with energy.
In any case, make sure that the door is
properly hooked to the system which
keeps the door fully open.
Before opening a door, en-
sure that you can do it in
safe conditions.
WARNING
Before refuelling, make sure
that the right-hand sliding
door is locked. If it is not, the
door and the sliding block sys-
tem may be damaged when the fuel
flap is opened during refuelling oper-
ations.
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fig. 72FF0T0137m
Opening/closing from outside
To open: turn the metal insert of the key
in the lock and pull handle A-fig. 70as
illustrated by the arrow. Then, let the
door slide to the back of the vehicle until
the latch stopping the door at the end of
its stroke.
To close: use handle A-fig. 70and push
the door to the front of the vehicle. Turn
the key metal insert in position as if to lock
the door.Opening/closing from inside
(Cargo versions)
To open: pull the lever A-fig. 72and let
the door slide to the back of the vehicle un-
til the latch stops it.
To close: close the door letting it slide to
the front of the vehicle.
fig. 70F0T0136mfig. 71
A
F0T0197m
Opening/closing from inside
(Combi versions)
To open: press the device A-fig. 71to
release the door. Then, pull the lever
A-fig. 72and let the door slide to the
back of the vehicle until the latch stops it.
To close: press the device A-fig. 71to
release the door and let it slide to the
front of the vehicle.
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TWO-SIDED REAR
SWING-DOORS fig. 74
Two-sided rear swing-doors are supplied
with a spring loaded system that stops
them during opening with an approx. an-
gle of 90 degrees.
fig. 74F0T0139m
This spring loaded system
has activation forces which
were designed for optimised comfort.
Accidental shocks or a strong wind-
blast may release the springs and let
the door sides close spontaneously.
WARNING
fig. 73F0T0138m
Always use this device when
transporting children.
WARNING
CHILD RESTRAINT
SYSTEM fig. 73
This device prevents opening of the side
sliding doors from the inside.
It is engaged only when the side sliding
door is open.
❒Position 1- engaged (door locked);
❒Position 2- disengaged (door can be
opened from inside).
The device stays on even if the doors are
unlocked by the central electric system.
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WINDOW WINDERS
FRONT POWER
WINDOWS (where provided)
Buttons fig. 78have been provided on the
driver’s door panel to control the follow-
ing functions with the ignition turned to
MAR:
A:opening/closing of left-hand window;
B:opening/closing of right-hand window.
Press buttons Aor Bto open/close the
desired window.
When one of these buttons is pressed
shortly, the window “jogs”; when pressed
for long, continuous automatic window
lifting or lowering is engaged. The window
stops in the required position when but-
ton Aor Bis pressed again.
The power windows are fitted with a safe-
ty system (where provided) that detects
the presence of an obstacle during win-
dow closing and cuts in by stopping and
reversing the window stroke.
IMPORTANT If the anti-crush function is
enabled for 5 times within 1 minute, the
system automatically switches to “recov-
ery” mode (self-protection). This condi-
tion is highlighted by upward jogging of the
window while closing.In this case, it is necessary to carry out the
system restore procedure as follows:
❒open the windows;
or
❒turn the ignition key to STOPand then
to MAR.
If no malfunction is present, the window
returns to its normal operation automat-
ically.
IMPORTANT With ignition key in STOP
position or removed, the power windows
remain activated for about 2 minutes and
are deactivated immediately as soon as a
door is opened.
fig. 78F0T0044m
Incorrect use of the power
windows may be dangerous.
Before operation, always check that
no passenger is exposed to the risk of
being injured directly by the moving
window or by objects getting caught
in or dragged by the window.
WARNING
When leaving the vehicle, al-
ways remove the ignition key
to avoid the risk of injury due to ac-
cidental operation of the power win-
dows.
WARNING
FRONT MANUAL
WINDOW WINDERS
Some versions feature manual window
winders.
To open/close, operate the handle.
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CLOSING THE BONNET
Proceed as follows:
❒lift the hood with one hand and with the
other pull toward you the device A-fig.
92and then lower the lever B;
❒lower the hood to approximately 20
centimetres from the engine compart-
ment, then let it drop, ensuring, trying
to lift it, that it is fully closed, not just
hooked in safety position. In the latter
case do not press on the hood, lift it
again and repeat the operation.IMPORTANT A label with a description
of the above engine hood opening/clos-
ing operations is located under the engine
hood (see fig. 92a).
The bonnet must always be
perfectly closed during trav-
el for safety reasons. Make sure that
the bonnet is perfectly closed and
that the lock is engaged. If you dis-
cover that the bonnet is not perfect-
ly closed during travel, stop immedi-
ately and close the bonnet in the cor-
rect manner.
WARNING
fig. 92
A
B
F0T0217mfig. 92a
F0Q0603m
12
CLACK
=
OK
PUSH TO OPEN12
PULL TO CLOSE
F0T0215m
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