FIAT Panda User Manual

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WARNING

If the belt has been sharply pulled, for
example as the result of an accident, the

safety belt, together with the anchoring devices,
the anchoring device mounting screws and the
pretensioner must be completely replaced. Even
if the belt does not present any exterior signs
of wear or damage, it may have lost its
restraining properties.

SEAT BELTS MAINTENANCE

To maintain the seat belts in efficient conditions,
observe the following:
❒ always use the belt with the strap well stretched

and never twisted; make sure that it is free to
run without obstructions;

❒ replace the belt after an accident of a certain

severity even if it does not appear to be damaged.
Always replace the belt if the pretensioners were
deployed;

❒ to clean the belt, wash by hand with water and

neutral soap, rinse and leave to dry in the shade.
Never use strong detergents, bleach, paints or any
other substance which could damage the belt
fibres;

❒ prevent the reels from getting wet: their correct

operation is only guaranteed if water does not
get inside

❒ replace the seat belt when it shows wear or cuts.

WARNING

The front passenger belt (for versions
where provided) is provided with an

adjustment device for the metal tongue position
(metal hook). Adjust the tongue position with
respect to the seat belt to improve comfort and
reduce noise inside the passenger compartment.

GETTINGTO KNOW

YOURCAR

SAFETY

STARTING AND

DRIVING

WARNING LIGHTS

AND MESSAGES

IN AN EMERGENCY

SERVICING AND

MAINTENANCE

TECHNICAL

SPECIFICATIONS

INDEX