Fiat 500 C Owner's Handbook Manual page 204

1) KEYS AND CODE CARD
• The electronic components inside the key may be damaged if
the key is subjected to strong shocks. In order to ensure
complete efficiency of the electronic devices inside the keys,
they should never be exposed to direct sunlight.
• All the keys and the CODE card must be handed over to the
new owner when selling the car.
2) SEATS
• The fabric upholstery of the seats has been designed to
withstand long-term wear deriving from normal use of the car.
Some precautions are however required. Avoid prolonged and/or
excessive rubbing against clothing accessories such as metal
buckles and Velcro strips which, by applying a high pressure on
the fabric in a small area, could cause it to break, thereby
damaging the upholstery.
• Before tilting the backrest, remove any objects on the seat
cushion.
3) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
Never use R12 coolant, which is not compatible with climate
control system components.
4) WINDSCREEN AND REAR WINDOW WIPER
• Do not use the windscreen or rear window wiper to remove
layers of snow or ice from the windscreen. In such conditions,
the windscreen and rear window wiper may be subjected to
excessive stress and the motor cut-out switch, which prevents
operation for a few seconds, may intervene.
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If operation is not restored, contact a Fiat Dealership.
• Do not operate the windscreen wiper with the blades lifted from
the windscreen:
• Do not activate the rain sensor or the rearscreen wiper when
washing the car in an automatic car wash.
• Make sure that the device is turned off if there is ice on the
windscreen.
5) SUNROOF
• Use the sunroof only at "spoiler" position if a transverse roof
rack is fitted.
• Do not open the sunroof if there is snow or ice on it: you may
damage it.
• Be careful not to hit objects on the storage shelf when you
open the tailgate.
6) SOFT TOP
• Never open the top in presence of snow or ice to prevent
damage.
• Do not place objects on the rear window shelf to prevent
damage while the top is closing.
• Loads may not be secured on the roof.
• Bird droppings must be washed off immediately and thoroughly
as the acid they contain is particularly aggressive.
• Never use high-pressure washing systems.
• When using steam washers or high-pressure water washers,
maintain a suitable distance and do not exceed a maximum
temperature of 60°C.
Damage, alterations and water infiltrations may occur if the
distance is too small.
• If a water jet is used, direct away from the edges of the fabric
and the rear window frame to prevent water infiltrations.
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