2014 Alfa Romeo MiTo Seats Setup Instructions

The seats in the 2014 Alfa Romeo MiTo are the best in terms of comfort, ergonomics, and flexibility. They are an important part of the driving experience. Being able to arrange and adjust the seats not only makes sure that the ride is tailored to your needs but also makes it easier for the driver to handle the vehicle and makes the passengers more comfortable. This detailed guide will show you how to set up your seat so that you can make it comfortable and perfect for your trip, whether it’s a short commute or a long road trip. It includes everything from adjusting the seat position to understanding the different features like lumbar support and heating options.

SEATS

FRONT SEATS
Caution: All adjustments must be made with the car stationary.

Lengthwise adjustment
Lift the lever A fig. 22 and push the seat forwards or backward: in the driving position, your arms should rest on the rim of the steering wheel.
Caution: After releasing the adjustment lever, always check that the seat is locked on the guides by trying to move it back and forth. If the seat is not locked into place, it may unexpectedly slide and cause the driver to lose control of the car.

Height adjustment (for versions/markets, where provided)
Move lever B fig. 22 up or down until the desired height is achieved.
IMPORTANT: Carry out the adjustment whilst seated in the driver’s seat.

Backrest angle adjustment
Turn knob C fig. 22 until the desired position is reached.
Caution: For maximum safety, keep the back of your seat upright, lean back into it, and make sure the seat belt fits closely across your chest and pelvis.

Lumbar adjustment (for versions/markets, where provided)
Turn knob D fig. 22 until the desired position is reached.

Backrest folding
To access the rear seats, pull handle E upwards fig. 22: the backrest will fold and the seat will slide forward when you push the backrest. Moving the backrest backward will return the seat to its initial position.
Caution: Always check that the seat is firmly locked on the guides, trying to push it forward and backward.

Seat heating (for versions/markets, where provided)
With the key at MAR-ON, press button A fig. 23 (one per seat) to activate/deactivate the function. When the function is enabled, the LED on the button switches on.

SPORTS CONFIGURATION FRONT SEATS

Lengthwise adjustment
Lift the lever A fig. 24 and push the seat forwards or backward: in the driving position, your arms should rest on the rim of the steering wheel.
Backrest angle adjustment
Turn knob B fig. 24 until the desired position is reached.
Backrest folding
To access the rear seats, pull handle C upwards (located behind the backrest) fig. 24. Then release the lever and, pushing on the backrest, slide the seat forward.

REAR SEAT
On versions with sports configuration front seats, the rear seat is available with an integral or split seat and is only 2-seater.

EASY ENTRY
This function allows easy access to the rear seats. To access the rear seats, raise handle E and move the seat’s backrest forwards: the seat moves forward automatically. Bringing the backrest back to its normal position will move the seat back to its initial position. If the backrest encounters an obstacle when moving back (e.g. the knees of the passenger in the back seat), the seat will stop, move forwards by a few centimeters, and then stop in this position.

HEAD RESTRAINTS

FRONT
Head restraints are adjustable in height and they lock automatically into the desired position:

• upwards adjustment: raise the head restraint until it clicks into place;
• downwards adjustment: press button A fig. 25 and lower the head restraint.
  Caution: Head restraints must be adjusted so that the head, rather than the neck, rests on them. Only in this case can they protect your head correctly.

To remove the head restraints:

• raise the head restraints to their maximum height;
• press buttons A and B fig. 25, then remove the head restraints by pulling them upwards.

“Anti-Whiplash” device
The head restraints are equipped with an “Anti-Whiplash” device, which reduces the distance between the head and head restraints in the event of a rear impact, thus mitigating the “whiplash” effect. The head restraint may move when the backrest is pressed by the occupant’s torso or hand: this behaviour is caused by the system and should not be considered a malfunction.

REAR
Two height-adjustable head restraints are provided for the back seats (to adjust the height see the previous paragraph). On some versions, a head restraint is also provided for the central seat. To remove the head restraints:

• raise the head restraints to their maximum height;
• Press buttons A fig. 26, then remove the head restraints by pulling them upwards.

FAQ’s