Towing Trailers - Fiat TIPO 5DOOR 2023 Owner's Handbook Manual

SYMBOLS AND
MESSAGES ON THE
DISPLAY
Indications on the display
If activated, using Uconnect™ system
settings, it is possible to activate the
guidelines on the display. If activated,
the grid is positioned on the image to
highlight the width of the car and the
expected reversing path in accordance
with the steering wheel position.
A superimposed central broken line
indicates the centre of the vehicle to
facilitate parking manoeuvres or tow
hook alignment. The various coloured
areas indicate the distance from the
rear of the car.
The table below shows the
approximate distances for each area
fig. 180:
Red area (1): 0 - 30 cm
Yellow area (2): 30 cm - 1 m
Green area (3): 1 m or more
Messages on the display
If the tailgate is lifted, the camera will
not detect any obstacle in the car rear
part. The display will show a dedicated
warning message.
In this case, lower the tailgate by the
suitable handle, pressing next to the
lock until it clicks (see the "Closing"
paragraph in the "Boot" chapter).
WARNINGS
WARNING In some circumstances,
such as with ice, snow or mud on the
surface of the camera, the camera
sensitivity may be reduced.
WARNING If the tailgate is to be re-
painted following to repairs, make sure
the paint does not get in contact with
the camera.
WARNING When parking, take the
utmost care over obstacles that may
be above or under the operating range
of the camera.
WARNING
156) Parking and other potentially
dangerous manoeuvres are, however,
always the driver's responsibility. While
carrying out these manoeuvres, always
make sure that no people (especially
children) or animals are in the area
concerned. The camera is an aid for the
driver, but the driver must never allow
his/her attention to lapse during potentially
dangerous manoeuvres, even those
executed at low speeds. Always keep a
slow speed, so as to promptly brake in the
case of obstacles.
IMPORTANT
66) It is vital, for correct operation, that the
camera is always kept clean and free from
any mud, dirt, snow or ice. Be careful not
to scratch or damage the camera while
cleaning it. Avoid using dry, rough or hard
cloths. The camera must be washed using
clean water, with the addition of vehicle
shampoo if necessary. In washing stations
which use steam or high-pressure jets,
clean the camera quickly, keeping the
nozzle more than 10 cm away from the
sensors. Also, do not apply stickers to the
camera.

TOWING TRAILERS

WARNINGS
157) 158)
For towing caravans or trailers the
car must be fitted with an approved
tow hook and an adequate electrical
system. Should aftermarket installation
be requested, this must be carried out
by a specialised technician.
Install any specific and/or additional
rear-view mirrors as specified by the
Highway Code.
Remember that, when towing a trailer,
steep hills are harder to climb, braking
distances increase and overtaking
takes longer depending on the overall
weight of the trailer.
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