FIAT IDEA 2009 1.G Owners Manual

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For diesel engines, use diesel
fuel for motor vehicles com-
pliant with EN590 European
specifications only. The use of
other products or mixtures may dam-
age the engine beyond repair and con-
sequently cause lapse of warranty in
relation to the damage caused. If you
accidentally introduce other types of
fuel into the tank, do not start the en-
gine. Empty the tank. If the engine has
run, even for a very short time, you will
need to have the entire fuel system
emptied in addition to the tank.
REFUELLING
PETROL ENGINES
Use only unleaded petrol.
To avoid mistakes, the diameter of the fu-
el filler is too small to introduce the beak
of a leaded petrol pump. The petrol oc-
tane rating (RON) must not be lower than
95.
IMPORTANT An inefficient catalyst leads
to harmful exhaust emissions, thus con-
tributing to air pollution.
IMPORTANT Never use leaded petrol,
even in small amount or in an emergency,
as this would damage the catalyst beyond
repair.MULTIJET ENGINES
Operation at low temperatures
If the outside temperature is very low, the
diesel thickens due to the formation of
paraffin clots with consequent defective
operation of the fuel supply system.
In order to avoid these problems, differ-
ent types of diesel are distributed ac-
cording to the season: summer type, win-
ter type and arctic type (cold/ mountain
areas). If refuelling with diesel fuel whose
features are not suitable to the tempera-
ture of use, it is advisable to mix TUTELA
DIESEL ART additive in the proportions
shown on the container with the fuel.
Pour the additive into the tank before the
fuel.
When using or parking the vehicle for a
long time in the mountains or cold areas,
it is advisable to refuel using locally avail-
able fuel.
In this case, it is also advisable to keep the
tank over 50% full.REFUELLING
To fill the tank completely, top up twice
after the pump switches off. Further top
ups could cause faults in the fuel feeding
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FUEL TANK CAP
The fuel flap is opened by the door lock-
ing system. Therefore, if the doors are
locked, press D-fig. 129to open the fu-
el flap.
For refuel, open the flap A-fig. 128then
loosen the cap C.
Cap Cis provided with a special device
Bwhich fastens it to the fuel filler com-
partment so it cannot be mislaid.
The hermetic seal may cause a slight in-
crease in pressure in the tank. A suction
noise when you release the cap is there-
fore entirely normal.
fig. 128F0H0125m
HATCHBACK EMERGENCY
OPENING
In case of emergency, full the cord A-fig.
130to open the fuel flap.
Remove the protection to reach the cord.
fig. 130F0H0765mfig. 129F0H0717m
Do not place naked flames
or lit cigarettes near to the
fuel filler: fire risk. Keep your face
away from the fuel filler to prevent
breathing in harmful vapours.
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PROTECTING THE
ENVIRONMENT
The devices for curtailing petrol engine
emissions are the following:
❒three-way catalytic converter;
❒Lambda sensor;
❒fuel evaporation system.
In addition, do not let the engine run, even
for a test, with one or more spark plugs
disconnected.
The devices for reducing diesel fuel engine
emissions are the following:
❒oxidising catalytic converter;
❒exhaust gas recirculation system
(E.G.R.);
❒diesel particulate filter (DPF)DPF (DIESEL
PARTICULATE FILTER)
(for 1.3 Multijet 90 HP - 1.3
Multijet 95 HP versions)
The Diesel Particulate Filter is a mechan-
ical filter, integral with the exhaust system,
that physically traps particulates present
in the exhaust gases of Diesel engines. The
diesel particular filter has been adopted to
eliminate almost totally particulates in
compliance with current / future law reg-
ulations.
During normal use of the vehicle, the en-
gine control unit records a set of data (e.g.:
travel time, type of route, temperatures,
etc.) and it will then calculate how much
particulates has been trapped by the filter.
Since this filter physically traps particulate,
it should be regenerated (cleaned) at reg-
ular intervals by burning carbon particles.
The regeneration procedure is controlled
automatically by the engine management
control unit according to the filter condi-
tions and vehicle use conditions.
The catalytic converter de-
velops high temperature dur-
ing operation. Do not park
on grass, dry leaves, pine needles or
other flammable material: fire risk.
WARNING
During the regeneration procedure, the
following situations may occur: limited in-
crease of idle speed, activation of electric
fan, limited increase of smoke, high tem-
peratures at the exhaust.
These are not faults; they do not impair
vehicle performance or damage the envi-
ronment. If the dedicated message is dis-
played, refer to section “Warning lights
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CONTROLSSEAT BELTS............................................................................ 94
PRETENSIONERS ................................................................. 97
CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY ..................................... 99
“ISOFIX” CHILD RESTRAINT
ASSEMBLY SETUP ............................................................... 103
FRONT AIRBAGS................................................................. 106
FRONT AND SIDE
AIRBAGS (SIDE BAG + WINDOW BAG) .................... 108
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SEAT BELTS
USING THE FRONT
AND SIDE REAR
SEAT BELTS
The belt should be worn keeping the che-
st straight and rested against the seat back.
To fasten the seat belts, take hold the ton-
gue A-fig. 1and insert it into the buckle
B, until hearing the locking click.
At removal, if it jams, let it rewind for a
short stretch, then pull it out again without
jerking.
Press button C-fig. 1to release the belt.
Accompany the belt while it is being
rewound to prevent twisting.
Through the reel, the belt automatically
adapts to the body of the passenger wea-
ring it, allowing freedom of movement.
The reel may lock when the car is parked
on a steep slope: this is perfectly normal.
Furthermore, the reel mechanism locks
the belt if it is pulled and in the event of
sudden braking, collisions and on high
speed bends.The rear seat is fitted with inertial seat
belts with three anchor points and reel.
Rear seat belts must be worn as shown
in diagram D-fig. 2(five seat versions) or
as shown in diagram E-fig. 3(four seat
versions).
fig. 1F0H0126mfig. 2F0H0309m
fig. 3F0H0348m
Never press button C-fig. 1
when travelling.
WARNING
S.B.R. system
The car is fitted with a Seat Belt Remin-
der system (S.B.R.), consisting of a buz-
zer and a flashing warning light
instrument panel which warns the driver
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The buzzer can be deactivated (until the
next engine stop) as follows:
❒fasten the driver’s seat belt;
❒turn the ignition key to MAR;
❒wait for over 20 seconds and then re-
lease one of the seat belts.
For permanent deactivation, contact the
Fiat Dealership.
The S.B.R. can only be reactivated using
the setup menu (see the “Warning lights
and messages” chapter, “Seat belt remin-
der” paragraph).
For other versions, the system must also
be reactivated by a Fiat Dealership.
ADJUSTING THE FRONT SEAT
BELT HEIGHT
(where provided)
Always adjust the seat belt height to the
passenger’s body: this precaution may
considerably reduce the risk of injury in
the event of a collision. Correct regulation is obtained when the
belt passes approximately half way
between the shoulder and the neck.
To adjust, move the grip A-fig. 4of the
locking mechanism either up or down and
at the same time move the ring B to the
most suitable of the allowed positions.
USING THE MIDDLE SEAT BELT
(where provided)
The seat belt is provided with a double
buckle and fastening tab.
To prepare the seat belt for use, extract
the tabs from seat H and P-fig. 5of the
winder and pull the seat belt, making the
webbing run. Avoid twisting and tugging.
Then insert tab G-fig. 6into the buckle
Lwith button M.
Remember that in the event
of a violent collision, back
seat passengers not wearing seat belts
also represent a serious danger for
the front seat passengers.
WARNING
The height of the seat belts
must be adjusted with the
car at a standstill.
WARNING
After adjustment, always
check that the cursor to whi-
ch the ring is fastened is locked in one
of the set positions. Release the grip
and push downwards to enable the
locking device to click if the grip has
not been released in one of the pos-
sible positions.
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fig. 5F0H0311m
To use the belt, make the webbing run
further and insert the fastening tab I-fig.
6in the seat of the buckle N. To release
the belt: press button Oand accompany
the belt as it winds back to prevent twi-
sting.
Expanding the boot: release the buckle by
pressing M-fig. 6and accompany the belt
to prevent it from twisting. Position the
tab M-fig. 6in the seat Pand the tab G
in the seat Hin the winder.
IMPORTANT After repositioning the
seats, arrange the seat belt for use as de-
scribed above.
fig. 6F0H0310m
Remember that in the event
of a violent collision, back
seat passengers not wearing seat belts
also represent a serious danger for
the front seat passengers.
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PRETENSIONERS
To increase the efficiency of the seat belts,
the car is fitted with pretensioners. The-
se devices, in the event of a violent cra-
sh, rewind the seat belts a few centime-
tres. In this way they ensure that the seat
belt adheres perfectly to the wearer befo-
re the restraining action begins.
The seat belt locks to indicate that the de-
vice has intervened; the seat belt cannot
be drawn back up even when guiding it
manually.
IMPORTANT To obtain the highest de-
gree of protection from the action of the
pretensioner device, wear the seat belt
keeping it firmly close to the chest and pel-
vis.
A slight amount of smoke may be detec-
ted during operation of the pretensioners.
This smoke is not harmful and does not
indicate a fire.
The pretensioner does not require any
maintenance or lubrication.
Anything that modifies its original condi-
tions invalidates its efficiency.
If due to unusual natural events (floods,
seas storm, etc.) the device has been af-
fected by water and mud, it must neces-
sarily be replaced.LOAD LIMITERS
To increase passenger’s safety, the front
seat belt reels contain a load limiter whi-
ch allows controlled sag in such a way as
to dose the force acting on the chest and
shoulders during the belt restraining ac-
tion in case of front crash.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
FOR USING THE SEAT BELTS
The driver is responsible for respecting
and ensuring that all the other occupants
of the car also respect the local laws in for-
ce in relation to the use of seat belts.
Always fasten the seat belts before setting
off.
Seat belts must also be used by pregnant
women: risk will be significantly reduced
for both the expectant mother and the
child in the event of an accident.The pretensioner can only
be used once. Go to a Fiat
Dealership to have it replaced after
is has been deployed. The expiration
date of the device is shown on the la-
bel inside the upper oddment com-
partment on passenger side: go to a
Fiat Dealership to have the device re-
placed when the expiration date ap-
proaches.
WARNING
Operations which lead to
knocks, vibrations or localised
heating (over 100°C for a
maximum of 6 hours) in the
area around the pretensioners may
cause damage or trigger them. These
devices are not affected by vibrations
caused by irregularities of the road sur-
face or low obstacles such as kerbs, etc.
Contact a Fiat Dealership for any as-
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fig. 7F0H0133mfig. 8F0H0134mfig. 9F0H0135m
The belt must not be twisted.
The upper part must cross
the shoulder and the chest diagonal-
ly. The lower part must adhere to the
hips not to the abdomen. Do not use
devices (clips, etc.) to hold the seat
belt away from your body.
WARNING
For maximum safety, keep
the back of your seat upri-
ght, lean back into it and make sure
the seat belt fits closely across your
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 ac-
cident.
WARNING
Never disassemble or tamper
with the seat belt or preten-
sioner components. All operations
must be performed by qualified and
authorised personnel only. Always go
to a Fiat Dealership
WARNING
If the belt has been subjec-
ted to heavy stress, for
example after and accident, it should
be changed completely together with
the anchors, anchor fastening screws
and the pretensioners. In fact, even if
the belt has no visible defects, it could
have lost its resilience.
WARNING
Each seat belt may only be
used by one person at a ti-
me: do not carry children on your lap
with one seat belt protecting both. In
general, do not place any objects
between the person and belt.
WARNING
Of course they must position the lower
part of the belt very low down so that it
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HOW TO KEEP THE
SEAT BELTS ALWAYS IN
EFFICIENT CONDITIONS
❒always use the belt with the tap taut
and never twisted; make sure that it is
free to run without impediments;
❒Replace the belt after a serious acci-
dent even if it does not appear dama-
ged. Always replace the belt if the pre-
tensioners where 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
substance which could damage the belt
fibres;
❒Keep the reels dry: correct operation
may only be ensured if the reels are
dry.
❒replace the seat belt when showing si-
gnificant wear or cut signs.
CARRYING CHILDREN
SAFELY
For optimum protection in the event of
a crash, all passengers must be seated and
wearing adequate restraint systems.
This is even more important for children.
This prescription is compulsory in all EC
countries according to EC Directive
2003/20/EC.
A child’s head is larger and heavier in pro-
portion to its body and the child’s mu-
scular and bone structures are not fully
developed. For this reason, they require
restraint systems which are different from
those used by adults to protect them in
the event of an accident. The research re-
sults in relation to the best protection for
children is illustrated in European Regu-
lation EEC-R44 which divides the restraint
systems into five groups in addition to
making their use compulsory:
Group 0 - up to 10 kg of weight
Group 0+ - up to 13 kg of weight
Group 1 9-18 kg of weight
Group 2 15-25 kg of weight
Group 3 22-36 kg of weightAs it may be noted, the groups overlap
partly and in fact, in commerce it is pos-
sible to find devices that cover more than
one weight group.
All child restraint devices must bear the
certification data, together with the con-
trol brand, on a solidly fixed label which
must absolutely never be removed.
When over 1.50 m in height, from the
point of view of restraint systems, children
are considered as adults and have to wear
the standard seat belts.
Lineaccessori Fiat includes child restraint
systems for each weight group. These de-
vices are recommended having been spe-
cifically designed for Fiat cars.
Do not place a cradle seat
facing backwards on the
front seat if the passenger side airbag
is on. Deployment of the airbag in an
accident could cause fatal injuries to
the baby regardless of the severity of
the collision. It is advisable to carry
children in an appropriate restraint
system on the rear seat which is the
most protected position in the event
of an accident.
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