Occupant Protection Systems; Seat Belts; Adjusting The Driver's Position - Fiat TALENTO Owner's Handbook Manual

OCCUPANT
PROTECTION
SYSTEMS
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Depending on the trim, there could be:
front seat belt retractor locking
pretensioners;
load limiters;
driver and passenger front airbags.
These systems are designed to function
separately or at the same time in case
of a frontal collision.
Depending on the violence of the crash,
the system activates:
seat belt locking.
seat belt pretensioner (which
activates the belt tension);
front airbags.
WARNING
87) Check the safety devices after every
accident.
88) Any intervention on the complete
system (pre-tensioners, airbags, electronic
modules, wiring) or re-use on another
vehicle, even if identical, is strictly
prohibited.
IMPORTANT
18) In order to prevent accidental
deployments that could cause damage,
only qualified Fiat Dealership personnel can
intervene in pre-tensioners and air bags.
19) Checking the electrical features of the
actuator can only be effected by specifically
prepared personnel using the proper tools.
IMPORTANT
3) When the vehicle is scrapped, see a Fiat
Dealership to remove the pre-tensioner gas
generator and air bags.

SEAT BELTS

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For obvious safety reasons, always
fasten the seat belts. In addition, always
comply with the laws of the country you
are in.
IMPORTANT For full effectiveness of the
rear seat belts, make sure that the
single rear seat is correctly locked in
place. Refer to the "Rear single seats"
paragraph in the "Knowing your vehicle"
chapter.
Before starting the engine, first adjust
the driving position and adjust the seat
belts to obtain the best possible
protection (for all the passengers).
The safety belts must always be kept
clean. Use products selected by Fiat
Dealership services or soap and warm
water, rubbing with a sponge and
drying with a dry cloth. Do not use
detergents or chemical products.
ADJUSTING THE DRIVER'S
POSITION
Sit with your back against the
backrest (after taking off clothing like
coat, jacket, etc.). This is an essential
factor for correctly positioning the back;
adjust the seat position according to
the pedals. The seat position must be
so as to allow pressing the clutch pedal
all the way. The backrest must be
inclined so arms are slightly bent;
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