The handbrake lever is located between the two front seats.
Pull the handbrake lever upwards until the car cannot be moved. Four or five clicks are generally enough when the car is on level ground while nine or ten may be required if the car is on a steep slope or laden.
IMPORTANT If this is not the case, contact Fiat Dealership to have the handbrake adjusted.
When the handbrake lever is pulled up and the ignition key is at MAR the panel
warning light 
will come on.
WARNING
Never leave children unattended in the car. Always remove the ignition key when leaving the car and take it out with you.
To release the handbrake:
❒ Slightly lift the handbrake and press release button (A);
❒ Keep button (A) pressed in and lower the lever. Warning light x will go out.
Press the brake pedal when carrying out this operation to prevent the car from moving accidentally.
See also:
Raising The Power Top
From the convertible top fully open position, press the top close button for
approximately one second for the partially open position. Press the top close button
for approximately one second a sec ...
Headlight washers
They are activated automatically when the windscreen washer is operated with
dipped beam headlights or main beam headlights on.
IMPORTANT Regularly check that the spray jets are intact and clean. ...
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped
The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL position before you can start
the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting to any driving gear.
NOTE: You must press the brake pedal before shifting ...