Fiat Panda Handbook 001 031 New GB
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for selecting Fiat and congratulations on your choice of a Fiat Panda.
We have written this handbook to help you get to know all your new Fiat Panda’s features and use it in the best possible way.
You should read it right through before taking the road for the first time. You will find information, tips and important warnings re-
garding the driving of your car to help you derive the maximum from your Fiat Panda’s technological features.
You are recommended to read carefully the warnings and indications, marked with the respective symbols, at the end of the page:
personal safety;
the car’s wellbeing;
environmental protection.
The enclosed Warranty Booklet lists the services that Fiat offers to its Customers:
❒
the Warranty Certificate with terms and conditions for maintaining its validity
❒
the range of additional services available to Fiat Customers.
Best regards and good motoring!
This Owner Handbook describes all Fiat Panda versions. As a consequence, you should consider only the
information which is related to the engine and bodywork version of the car you purchased.
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MUST BE READ!
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REFUELLING
Petrol engines: only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) not less than 95.
Diesel engines: only refuel with diesel fuel for motor vehicles (EN 590 Specification).
The use of other products or mixtures may irreparably damage the engine with invalidation of the warranty due to
the damage caused.
ENGINE STARTING
Petrol engines: make sure that the handbrake is engaged; set the gearshift lever to neutral; fully depress the clutch
without pressing the accelerator, then turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine has started.
Diesel engines: make sure that the handbrake is engaged; set the gearshift lever to neutral; fully depress the clutch
without pressing the accelerator, then turn the ignition key to MAR and wait for the warning lights
Y
and
m
to
go off; turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine has started.
PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
While working, the catalyst develops a very high temperature. Do not park the car over grass, dry leaves, pine nee-
dles or any other inflammable materials.
RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
The car is fitted with a system that allows continuous diagnosis of the components correlated with emissions to en-
sure better respect for the environment.
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ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
If, after buying the car, you decide to add electrical accessories (that will gradually drain the battery), visit a Fiat
Dealership. They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the car’s electric system can sup-
port the required load.
CODE card
Keep the code card in a safe place, not in the car. You should always keep the electronic card code written on the
CODE card with you in case you need to carry out an emergency start-up procedure.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct maintenance of the car is essential for ensuring it stays in tip-top condition and safeguards its safety fea-
tures, its environmental friendliness and low running costs for a long time to come.
THE OWNER HANDBOOK CONTAINS…
… information, tips and important warnings regarding the safe, correct driving of your car, and its maintenance. Pay
particular attention to the symbols
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(personal safety)
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(environmental protection) !(the car’s wellbeing).
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DASHBOARD ...................................................................... 5
SYMBOLS ............................................................................... 7
THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM ................................................. 7
THE KEYS .............................................................................. 8
INSTRUMENT PANEL ........................................................ 13
INSTRUMENTS ..................................................................... 16
DIGITAL DISPLAY ............................................................... 18
MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY ............................................ 19
RECONFIGURABLE MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY .... 21
TRIP COMPUTER ................................................................ 29
SEATS....................................................................................... 32
HEAD RESTRAINTS............................................................. 33
STEERING WHEEL............................................................... 35
REARVIEW MIRRORS ......................................................... 35
HEATING AND VENTILATION ...................................... 37
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM .................... 41
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM ............. 44
EXTERNAL LIGHTS............................................................. 48
WINDOW WASHING ....................................................... 49
CEILING LAMP...................................................................... 50
CONTROLS .......................................................................... 52
INTERIOR FITTINGS .......................................................... 53
SUNROOF ............................................................................. 55
DOORS .................................................................................. 57
POWER WINDOWS/WINDOW WINDERS .............. 59
BOOT ...................................................................................... 62
BONNET................................................................................. 63
ROOF RACK/SKI RACK .................................................... 65
HEADLIGHTS ........................................................................ 65
ABS SYSTEM ......................................................................... 67
ESP SYSTEM ........................................................................... 69
EOBD SYSTEM ..................................................................... 72
“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER STEERING SYSTEM 72
PARKING SENSORS ........................................................... 74
SOUND SYSTEM .................................................................. 76
AT THE FILLING STATION .............................................. 78
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT............................. 79
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DASHBOARD
The presence and the position of the instruments and warning lights may vary according to the versions.
Left-hand drive versions
1. Light and direction indicator stalk - 2. Steering wheel with air bag - 3. Instrument panel - 4. Windscreen/rear window wiper lever
- 5. Central air vents - 6. Sound system compartment - 7. Various controls - 8. Passenger’s air bag - 9. Right-hand side air vent -
10. Glove compartment - 11. Air distribution controls - 12. Right power window control - 13. Left power window control - 14. Air
conditioner controls - 15. Ignition switch - 16. Steering wheel adjusting lever - 17. Left-hand side air vent.
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C
H
FE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 5 8 9
17 16 15 14 13 12 1011
F0G0677m
fig. 1
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Right-hand drive versions
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1. Passenger’s air bag - 2. Central air vents - 3. Various controls - 4. Sound system compartment - 5. Light and direction indicator stalk
- 6. Instrument panel - 7. Steering wheel with air bag - 8. Windscreen/rear window wiper lever - 9. Right-hand side air vent - 10. Ig-
nition switch - 11. Steering wheel adjusting lever - 12. Air distribution controls - 13. Right power window control - 14. Left power
window control - 15. Climate control system controls - 16. Glove compartment - 17. Left-hand side air vent.
C
H
FE
F0G0678m
fig. 2
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THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM
To further protect your car from theft, it
has been fitted with an engine immobilising
system. This system is automatically acti-
vated when the ignition key is removed.
An electronic device, in fact, is fitted in each
ignition key grip. The device transmits a ra-
dio-frequency signal when the engine is
started through a special aerial built into the
ignition switch. The modulate signal, which
changes each time the engine is started, is
the password by means of which the con-
trol unit recognises the key and enables to
start the engine.
OPERATION
Each time the car is started turning the ig-
nition key to MAR, the Fiat CODE system
control unit sends a recognition code to
the engine control unit to deactivate the in-
hibitor.
The code is sent only if the system con-
trol unit has recognised the code trans-
mitted from the key.
Each time the ignition key is turned to the
STOP position, the Fiat CODE system
deactivates the functions of the engine
electronic control unit.
If the code has not been recognised cor-
rectly, the instrument panel warning light
Y
turns on.
SYMBOLS
Special coloured labels have been attached
near or actually on some of the compo-
nents of your Fiat Panda. These labels bear
symbols that remind you of the precau-
tions to be taken as regards that particu-
lar component.
fig. 3 F0G0003m
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The plate summarising the symbols used
can be found under the bonnet fig. 3.
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THE KEYS
CODE CARD fig. 4
The car is delivered with two copies of the
key, and the CODE card which bears the
following:
Athe electronic code to be used for
emergency starting (see “Emergency
starting” in section “Correct use of the
car”).
Bthe mechanical key code to be given to
the Fiat Dealership when ordering du-
plicate keys.
Make sure you have the electronic code
Awith you at all times in the event you
have to perform an emergency start-up.
IMPORTANT In order to ensure perfect
efficiency of the electronic devices con-
tained inside the keys, they should never
be exposed to direct sunlight.
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In this case, the key should be moved to
the STOP position and then back to
MAR; if the lock continues, possibly try
again with the other key provided with the
car. If it is still not possible to start the car,
follow the instructions given in the section
“In an emergency” and then contact a Fi-
at Dealership.
IMPORTANT Every key has its own code,
which must be memorised by the system
control unit. To memorise new keys, up
to a maximum of eight, apply solely to Fi-
at Dealership.
Warning light
Y
coming on when
driving
❒
If the warning light
Y
turns on, this
means that the system is running a self-
test (for example for a voltage drop).
At the first stop, turn the ignition key
to STOP and then back to MAR: if no
failure is detected, warning light
Y
will not come on.
❒
If the warning light
Y
stays on, repeat
the procedure described previously
leaving the key at STOP for over 30
seconds. Should the inconvenience per-
sists, contact a Fiat Dealership.
❒
If the warning light
Y
stays on this
means that the code has not been
recognised. In this case the key should
be moved to the STOP position and
then back to MAR; if the lock contin-
ues, possibly try again with the other
keys provided with the car. If it is still
not possible to start the car, follow the
instructions given in section “In an
emergency” and then contact a Fiat
Dealership.
The electronic components
inside the key may be dam-
aged if the key is submitted to
sharp knocks.
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KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL
(where provided) fig. 6 - fig. 6a
The metal insert Aoperates:
❒
the ignition switch;
❒
the door and the tailgate locks;
❒
the switch to deactivate the passenger’s
air bag (where provided).
Press button Bto open/to close the met-
al insert.
fig. 6 F0G0681m
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KEY WITHOUT REMOTE
CONTROL fig. 5
The metal insert Aoperates:
❒
the ignition switch;
❒
the door and the tailgate locks;
❒
the switch to deactivate the passenger’s
air bag (where provided).
fig. 4 F0G0679m fig. 5 F0G0680m
All the keys and the CODE
card must be handed over to
the new owner when selling
the car.
Button B should only be
pressed when the key is
away from the body, in particular
from the eyes and from objects that
can be spoilt (e.g. clothes). Make sure
the key can never be touched by oth-
ers, especially children, who may in-
advertently press the button.
WARNING
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fig. 6/a F0G0682m
Opening the doors
and the tailgate
Briefly press button Ë: for remote un-
locking of doors and tailgate, timed switch-
ing of ceiling lights and double flashing of
direction indicators (for versions/markets
where provided).
Doors will be unlocked automatically if the
fuel inertial cut-off switch comes into op-
eration.
Locking the doors and the tailgate
Briefly press button Á: for remote locking
of doors and tailgate, switching off of the
internal ceiling light and single flashing of
direction indicators (where provided).
If one of the doors remains open, all doors
will be closed and immediately re-opened;
in this case make sure all doors are locked
correctly and repeat the door lock pro-
cedure.
If 20 km/h speed is exceeded, the doors
will be locked automatically provided the
special function is set (only with recon-
figurable multifunction display on versions
where provided).
Opening the tailgate
by the remote control
Press and keep button Rpressed for
over 1 second to open the tailgate by re-
mote control.
Tailgate opening is accompanied by the di-
rection indicators flashing twice.
IMPORTANT If the remote control does
not work properly, it is still possible to
carry out the above mentioned operations
by using the metal insert of the key.
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IGNITION SWITCH fig. 9
The key can be turned to 3 different po-
sitions:
❒
STOP: engine off, key can be removed,
steering column locked. Certain elec-
trical devices (e.g. sound system, cen-
tral door locking, etc.) can work
❒
MAR: driving position. All electrical de-
vices are powered
❒
AVV: engine starting.
The ignition switch is fitted with a safety
mechanism that, in the event the engine is
not started, turns back the ignition key to
STOP before repeating the starting oper-
ation.
REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL
REMOTE CONTROLS
The system can recognise up to 8 keys
with incorporated remote control. Should
a new key with remote control be nec-
essary, contact directly a Fiat Dealership,
taking with you the CODE card, a per-
sonal identity document and the car’s
ownership documents.
REPLACING THE BATTERY
OF THE KEY WITH REMOTE
CONTROL
Battery replacement:
❒
open the snap-fitted lid A-fig. 7 as
shown by the arrow
❒
remove the exhaust battery and replace
it making sure that the bias is correct
(positive pole + up)
fig. 7 F0G0683m fig. 8 F0G0684m fig. 9 F0G0026m
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Used batteries are harmful to
the environment. They should
be disposed of as specified by
law in the special containers
provided, or take them to a Fiat Deal-
ership, which will deal with their dis-
posal.
❒
new battery shall be fitted under catch
C-fig. 8; then refit the lid and press it
down until hearing the locking click.
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STEERING COLUMN LOCK
fig. 10
Engaging
When the key is at STOP remove the key
and turn the steering wheel until it locks.
Disengaging
Rock the steering wheel slightly as you
turn the ignition key to MAR.
fig. 10 F0G0026m
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If the ignition device is tam-
pered with (e.g. attempted
theft), have it checked over by a Fiat
Dealership.
WARNING
When getting out of the car,
always remove the key to
prevent any occupants from acci-
dentally activating the controls. Re-
member to engage the handbrake. If
the car is parked on uphill slope, en-
gage the first gear; if the car is fac-
ing downhill, engage the reverse gear.
Never leave unsupervised children in
the car.
WARNING
Never remove the ignition
key while the car is moving.
The steering wheel would automati-
cally lock as soon as you try to turn
it. This also applies when the car is
being towed.
WARNING
It is absolutely forbidden to
carry out whatever after-
market operation involving steering
system or steering column modifica-
tions (e.g.: installation of anti-theft
device) that could badly affect per-
formance and safety, cause the lapse
of warranty and also result in non-
compliance of the car with homolo-
gation requirements.
WARNING
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
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F0G0250m
F0G0251m
Actual-Active VERSIONS
AFuel level gauge with reserve warning
light
BSpeedometer (speed indicator)
CEngine coolant temperature gauge and
excessive temperature warning light
DDigital display
Warning lights mand care only pro-
vided on Diesel versions.
fig. 11 - Left-hand drive versions
fig. 12 - Right-hand drive versions
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F0G0252m
F0G0253m
Dynamic VERSIONS
ASpeedometer (speed indicator)
BFuel level gauge with reserve warning
light
CEngine coolant temperature gauge and
excessive temperature warning light
DRev counter
EMultifunction display
Warning lights mand care only pro-
vided on Diesel versions.
fig. 13 - Left-hand drive versions
fig. 14 - Right-hand drive versions
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Emotion VERSIONS
ASpeedometer (speed indicator)
BFuel level gauge with reserve warning
light
CEngine coolant temperature gauge and
excessive temperature warning light
DRev counter
EReconfigurable multifunction display
Warning light
m
is only provided on
Diesel versions.
Warning light tis only provided on ver-
sions fitted with Dualogic gearbox (see
Supplement “Dualogic” attached to this
Owner Handbook).
fig. 15 - Left-hand drive versions
fig. 16 - Right-hand drive versions
F0G0635m
F0G0636m
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REV COUNTER fig. 18
The indicator Bshows the engine rev
number.
IMPORTANT The electronic injection
control system gradually shuts off the flow
of fuel when the engine is “over-revving”
resulting in a gradual loss of engine pow-
er.
When the engine is idling, the rev counter
may indicate a gradual or sudden higher-
ing of the speed.
This is normal as it takes place during nor-
mal operation, for example when activat-
ing the climate control system or the fan.
In particular a slow change in the speed
preserves the battery charge.
INSTRUMENTS
Instrument background color and type
may vary according to the version.
fig. 17 F0G0146m fig. 18 F0G0256m
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SPEEDOMETER
(SPEED INDICATOR) fig. 17
The indicator Ashows the car speed
(speedometer).
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ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE GAUGE fig. 19
This shows the temperature of the engine
coolant fluid and begins working when the
fluid temperature exceeds approx. 50°C.
Under normal conditions, the needle
should hover around the middle of the
scale according to the working conditions.
CLow engine coolant temperature.
HHigh engine coolant temperature.
The turning on of the warning light B(on
certain versions with a message on the re-
configurable multifunction display) indi-
cates that the coolant fluid temperature is
too high; in this case, stop the engine and
contact a Fiat Dealership.
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FUEL LEVEL GAUGE fig. 19
This shows the amount of fuel left in the
fuel tank.
Etank empty.
Ffull tank (see the indications given in
paragraph “At the filling station").
The reserve warning light Aturns on to
indicate that approximately 5 litres of fu-
el are left in the tank.
Do not travel with the fuel tank almost
empty: the gaps in fuel delivery could dam-
age the catalyst.
IMPORTANT The needle sets to Ewith
warning light Aflashing to indicate that the
system is failing. In this event contact Fiat
Dealership to have the system checked.
fig. 19 F0G0148m
If the needle reaches the red
area, stop the engine imme-
diately and contact a Fiat
Dealership.
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fig. 20 F0G0015m
DIGITAL DISPLAY
“STANDARD” SCREEN fig. 20
The standard screen shows the following
indications:
AHeadlight aiming position (only with
dipped beam headlights on).
BClock (always displayed, even with ig-
nition key removed and front doors
closed).
COdometer (covered km or miles). CONTROL BUTTONS fig. 21
APress briefly for switching from total
to partial km/miles.
Long press (over 2 seconds) to reset
partial km/miles.
BSet clock.
SETTING THE CLOCK fig. 21
To set the clock hour press button B.
Every press on the button increases or de-
creases by one unit. Keeping the corre-
sponding button pressed obtains auto-
matic fast increase or decrease. When you
are near the required value, release the
button and complete adjustment with sin-
gle presses.
fig. 21 F0G027m
Note With key removed (when opening
one of the front doors) the display will
turn on and show for a few seconds the
km or mi covered.
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MULTIFUNCTION
DISPLAY
STANDARD SCREEN fig. 23
The standard screen shows the following
indications:
AHeadlight aiming position (only with
dipped beam headlights on).
BClock.
COdometer (covered km or miles).
WARNING LIGHT TEST fig. 22
The following warning lights are tested:
❒
handbrake on/low brake fluid level;
❒
ABS and EBD systems (where provid-
ed);
❒
ESP system (where provided);
❒
“Dualdrive” electrical power steering
failure (where provided).
The test is automatically run when the ig-
nition key is turned to MAR and during
normal operation when a fault is signalled.
At the end of the initial warning light test,
the message “LEd Error” will flash on the
display for 10 seconds if a faulty warning
light is found.
fig. 22 F0G0185m fig. 23 F0G0016m
Note With key removed (when opening
one of the front doors) the display will
turn on and show for a few seconds the
clock and the km or mi covered.
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SETTING THE CLOCK fig. 25
To adjust the time, press button Ato in-
crease minutes, button Bto decrease min-
utes. Every press on the button increas-
es or decreases by one unit. Keeping the
corresponding button pressed obtains au-
tomatic fast increase or decrease. When
you are near the required value, release
the button and complete adjustment with
single presses.
fig. 25 F0I0142m
WARNING LIGHT TEST fig. 26
The following warning lights are tested:
❒
handbrake on/low brake fluid level;
❒
ABS and EBD systems (where provid-
ed);
❒
ESP system (where provided);
❒
“Dualdrive” electrical power steering
failure.
fig. 26 F0G0152m
The test is automatically run when the key
is turned to MAR and during normal op-
eration when a fault is signalled. At the end
of the initial warning light test, the mes-
sage LEd Err will flash on the display for
10 seconds if a faulty warning light is found.
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F0G0630m
fig. 28
fig. 27 F0G0017m
Note Buttons +and –activate different
functions according to the following situ-
ations:
To adjust light inside the passenger
compartment
– to adjust instrument panel, sound sys-
tem and automatic climate control system
display brightness when standard screen
is active.
Setup menu
– to scroll the menu options upwards and
downwards;
– to increase or decrease values during set-
tings.
CONTROL BUTTONS fig. 28
+To scroll the displayed menu and the
related options upwards or to increase
the value displayed .
MODE Press briefly to display the
menu and/or to go to next
screen or to confirm the re-
quired menu option.
Long press to go back to the
standard screen.
–To scroll the displayed menu and the
related options downwards or to de-
crease the value displayed.
RECONFIGURABLE
MULTIFUNCTION
DISPLAY
(where provided)
The car can be provided with the recon-
figurable multifunction display that shows
useful information, according to the pre-
vious settings made, necessary when dri-
ving.
“STANDARD” SCREEN fig. 27
The standard screen shows the following
indications:
ADate
BOdometer (covered km or miles)
CClock
DExternal temperature
EHeadlight aiming position (only with
dipped beam headlights on).
Note When opening one of the front
doors, the display will turn on and show
for a few seconds the clock and the km or
mi covered.
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Selecting “Date” and “Set Clock”:
– briefly press button MODE to select
the first value to change (e.g. hours /min-
utes or year / month / day);
– operate buttons +or –(by single press)
to select the new setting;
– briefly press button MODE to store the
new setting and to go to the next setup
menu option, if this is the last one you will
go back to the previously selected option of
the main menu.
Press button MODE for long:
– to quit the set up menu if you are in the
main menu;
– to quit the main menu if you are at an-
other point of the menu (e.g.: at submenu
option setting level, at submenu level or
at main menu option setting level);
– to save only the settings stored yet (and
confirmed by pressing button MODE).
The setup menu displaying is timed; when
quitting the menu due to timing expiry,
only settings stored yet by the user (and
confirmed by pressing briefly button
MODE) will be saved.
Selecting an option of the main menu with
submenu:
– press briefly button MODE to display
the first submenu option;
– press buttons +or –(by single press-
es) to scroll all the submenu options;
– press briefly button MODE to select
the displayed submenu option and to open
the relevant setup menu;
– press buttons +or –(by single press-
es) to select the new setting for this sub-
menu option;
– press briefly button MODE to store the
new setting and to go back to the previ-
ously selected submenu option.
SETUP MENU fig. 29
The menu comprises a series of functions
arranged in a “circular fashion” which can
be selected through buttons +and –to
access the different select operations and
settings (setup) given in the following para-
graphs.
For certain options (Hour and Unit) a sub-
menu is provided.
The setup menu can be activated by press-
ing briefly button MODE.
Single presses on buttons +or –will scroll
the setup menu options.
Handling modes differ with each other ac-
cording to the characteristic of the option
selected.
Selecting an option of the main menu with-
out submenu:
– press briefly button MODE to select
the main menu option to set;
– press buttons +or –(by single press-
es) to select the new setting;
– press briefly button MODE to store the
new setting and to go back to the main
menu option previously selected.
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Day
Year
MODE
briefly
press
button
Month
Deutsch
Português
English
Español
Français
Italiano
Nederland
Polski
Example:
SERVICE
EXIT MENU
TRIP B DATA SET TIME
SET DATE
SEE RADIO
AUTOCLOSE
UNITS
LANGUAGE
BUZZER VOLUME
BUTTON VOL.
SPEED LIM.
fig. 29
Example:
+
–
–
+
+
–
+
+
––
++
+
–
–
–
+
+
–
–
+
+
–
MODE
briefly
press
button
Briefly press button MODE to start surfing from the
standard screen. To surf the menu use buttons +or –.
Note For safety reasons, when the car is running, it is
possible to access only the reduced menu (for setting
the “Beep limit”). When the car is stationary access to
the whole menu is enabled. On cars provided with the
Connect Nav+ system, many functions are displayed on
the navigator display.
F0G1235g
–
–
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– briefly press button
MODE en or press
the button for long to go back to the stan-
dard screen without storing settings.
To cancel the setting, proceed as follows:
– briefly press button MODE: (On) will
flash on the display;
– press button –: (Off) will flash on the dis-
play;
– briefly press button MODE to go back
to the menu screen or press the button
for long to go back to the standard screen
without storing settings.
Trip B On/Off (tripB data)
Through this option it is possible to acti-
vate (On) or deactivate (Off) the Trip B
(partial trip).
For further information see “Trip com-
puter”.
For activation / deactivation, proceed as
follows:
– briefly press button MODE: (On) or
(Off) will flash on the display (according to
previous setting);
– press button +or –for setting;
– briefly press button MODE to go back
to the menu screen or press the button
for long to go back to the standard screen
without storing settings.
Speed limit (Speed Beep)
With this function it is possible to set the
car speed limit (km/h or mph); when this
limit is exceeded the driver is immediate-
ly alerted (see section “Warning lights and
messages”).
To set the speed limit, proceed as follows:
– briefly press button MODE, the display
will show the wording (Speed Beep);
– press button +or –to select speed lim-
it activation (On) or deactivation (Off);
– if the function has been activated (On),
press buttons +or –to select the re-
quired speed limit and then press MODE
to confirm.
Note The possible setting is between 30 and
200 km/h, or between 20 and 125 mph de-
pending on the unit set previously (see para-
graph “Setting the distance unit (Units)”) de-
scribed later. Every press on button +/ –in-
creases/decreases by 5 units. Keeping the
button +/ –pressed obtains the automatic
fast increase or decrease. When you are
near the required setting complete adjust-
ment by single presses.
Set clock (Set time)
This function enables to set the clock
through two sub-menus: “Time” and
“Mode”.
Proceed as follows:
– briefly press button MODE, the display
will show the two sub-menus “Time” and
“Mode”;
– press button +or –to surf the two sub-
menus;
– select the required option and then
press button MODE briefly;
– if selecting “Time”, briefly press button
MODE, “hours” will flash on the display;
– press button +or –for setting;
– briefly press button MODE, “minutes”
will flash on the display;
– press button +or –for setting;
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Set date (Set Date)
This function enables to update the date
(day - month - year).
To correct the date proceed as follows:
– briefly press button MODE: “day” will
flash on the display;
– press button +or –for setting;
– briefly press button MODE: “month”
will flash on the display;
– press button +or –for setting;
– briefly press button MODE: “year” will
flash on the display;
– press button +or –for setting.
Note Every press on button +or – in-
creases/decreases by 1 unit. Keeping the
button pressed obtains automatic fast in-
crease or decrease. When you are near
the required setting complete adjustment
by single presses.
– briefly press button MODE to go back
to the menu screen or press the button
for long to go back to the standard screen
without storing settings.
– if selecting “Mode”: briefly press button
MODE , “24h” or “12h” mode will flash
on the display;
– press button +or –to select “24h” or
“12h”.
After setting, briefly press button MODE
to go back to the submenu screen or
press the button for long to go back to the
main menu screen without storing set-
tings.
– Press again button MODE for long to
go back to the standard screen or to the
main menu according to the current menu
level displayed.
Audio repetition (See radio)
With this function the display repeats in-
formation relevant to the sound system.
– Radio: selected radio station frequency
or RDS message, automatic tuning acti-
vation or AutoSTore;
– audio CD, MP3 CD: track number;
– CD Changer: CD number and track
number;
– Tape: operating mode.
To activate (On) or to deactivate (Off)
sound system info displaying proceed as
follows:
– briefly press button MODE: (On) or
(Off) will flash on the display (according to
previous setting);
– press button +or –for setting;
– briefly press button MODE to go back
to the menu screen or press the button
for long to go back to the standard screen
without storing settings.
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Set unit (Units)
With this function it is possible to set the
units through three sub-menus: “Distances”,
“Consumption” and “Temperature”.
To set the required unit proceed as follows:
– briefly press button MODE to display the
three sub-menus;
– press button +or –to surf the three sub-
menus;
– select the required sub-menu and then
press briefly button MODE;
– if selecting “Distances”: briefly press button
MODE, the display will show “km” or
“mi” (according to previous setting);
– press button +or –for setting;
– if selecting “Consumption” (where provid-
ed): briefly press button MODE, the dis-
play will show “km/l”, “l/100km” or “mpg”
(according to previous setting);
Automatic door locking
with car
running (Autoclose)
When activated (On), this function locks
automatically the doors when the car
speed exceeds 20 km/h.
To activate (On) or to deactivate (Off) this
function proceed as follows:
– briefly press button MODE to go back
to the sub-menus;
– briefly press button MODE: (On) or
(Off) will flash on the display (according to
previous setting);
– press button +or –for setting;
– briefly press button MODE to go back
to the submenu screen or press the but-
ton for long to go back to the main menu
screen without storing settings;
– press again button MODE for long to
go back to the standard screen or to the
main menu according to the current menu
level displayed.
If the distance unit set is “km” the fuel con-
sumption unit will be displayed in km/l or
l/100km.
If the distance unit set is “mi” the fuel con-
sumption unit will be displayed in “mpg”.
– press button +or –for setting;
– if selecting “Temperature”: briefly press but-
ton MODE, the display will show “°C” or
“°F” (according to previous setting);
– press button +or –for setting;
After setting, briefly press button MODE
to go back to the submenu screen or
press the button for long to go back to the
main menu screen without storing set-
tings.
– Press again button MODE for long to
go back to the standard screen or to the
main menu according to the current menu
level displayed.
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Adjusting the failure/warning
buzzer volume (Buzzer Volume)
With this function the volume of the
buzzer accompanying any failure/warning
indication can be adjusted according to 8
levels.
To set the required the volume, proceed
as follows:
– briefly press button MODE: the previ-
ously set volume “level” will flash on the
display;
– press button +or –for setting;
– briefly press button MODE to go back
to the menu screen or press the button
for long to go back to the standard screen
without storing settings.
Adjusting the button volume
(Vol. key)
With this function the volume of the
roger-beep accompanying the activation
of buttons MODE, +and –can be ad-
justed according to 8 levels.
To set the required the volume, proceed
as follows:
– briefly press button MODE: the previ-
ously set volume “level” will flash on the
display;
– press button +or –for setting;
– briefly press button MODE to go back
to the menu screen or press the button
for long to go back to the standard screen
without storing settings.
Selecting the language
(Set Language)
Display messages can be shown in differ-
ent languages: Italian, German, English,
Spanish, French, Portuguese, Polish and
Dutch.
To set the required language proceed as
follows:
– briefly press button MODE: the previ-
ously set “language” will flash on the dis-
play;
– press button +or –for setting;
– briefly press button MODE to go back
to the menu screen or press the button
for long to go back to the standard screen
without storing settings.
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Note The “Service Schedule includes car
maintenance every 20,000 km (or 12,000
mi); this is shown automatically, with the
ignition key at MAR, starting from 2,000
km (or the equivalent value in miles) from
this deadline and it is shown again every
200 km (or the equivalent value in miles).
Below 200 km servicing indications are
displayed more frequently. Service indica-
tions will be displayed km or mi according
to previous unit setting. When a pro-
grammed maintenance interval (coupon)
is near to come, turning the ignition key
to MAR, the display will show the mes-
sage “Service” followed by the number of
km/mi to go before car servicing. Contact
a Fiat Dealership to carry out any service
operation provided by the “Service sched-
ule” and to reset the display.
Exit Menu
This is the last function that closes the cir-
cular setting cycle listed in the initial menu
screen.
Briefly press button MODE to go back to
the standard screen without storing set-
tings.
Press button –to return to the first menu
option (Speed Lim.).
Scheduled Servicing (Service)
Through this function it is possible to dis-
play information connected to proper car
servicing.
Proceed as follows:
– briefly press button MODE: service in
km or mi, according to previous setting,
will be displayed (see paragraph “Units”);
– briefly press button MODE to go back
to the menu screen or press the button
for long to go back to the standard screen.
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TRIP COMPUTER
(where provided)
General features
The “Trip computer” is provided on cars
fitted with multifunction display or re-
configurable multifunction display. The
“Trip computer” displays information
(with ignition key at MAR) relating to the
operating status of the car. This function
comprises the “General trip” concerning
the “complete mission” of the car (jour-
ney) and “Trip B”, (only available on re-
configurable multifunction display), con-
cerning the partial mission of the car; this
latter function (as shown in fig. 31) is “con-
tained” within the complete mission.
Both functions are resettable (reset - start
of new mission).
“General Trip” displays the figures relat-
ing to:
– Range to empty (where provided)
– Trip distance
– Average consumption (where provided)
– Instant consumption (where provided)
– Average speed
– Trip time (driving time).
“Trip B” (only available on reconfigurable
multifunction display), displays the figures
relating to:
– Trip distance B
– Average consumption B (where provided)
– Average speed B
– Trip time B (driving time).
Note The “Trip B” function can be ex-
cluded (see paragraph “Trip B On/Off”).
“Range to empty” cannot be reset.
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Average speed
This value shows the car average speed as
a function of the overall time elapsed since
the start of the new mission.
Trip time
This value shows the time elapsed since
the start of the new mission.
IMPORTANT Lacking information, Trip
computer values are displayed with “----”.
When normal operating condition is re-
set, calculation of different units will
restart regularly. Values displayed before
the failure will not be reset.
TRIP button fig. 30
Button TRIP, set on the top of the right
steering column stalk, shall be used (with
ignition key at MAR) to display and to re-
set the previously described values to start
a new mission:
– short push to display the different val-
ues
– long push to reset and then start a new
mission.
New mission
New mission starts after:
– “manual” resetting by the user, by press-
ing the relevant button;
– “automatic” resetting, when the “Trip dis-
tance” reaches 3999.9 km or 9999.9 km
(according to the type of display) or when
the “Trip time” reaches 99.59 (99 hours
and 59 minutes);
– after disconnecting/reconnecting the
battery.
Values displayed
Range to empty (where provided)
This value shows the distance in km (or
mi) that the car can still cover before
needing fuel, assuming that driving condi-
tions are kept unvaried. The display will
show “----” in the following cases:
– value lower than 50 km (or 30 mi)
– car left parked with engine running for
long.
Trip distance
This value shows the distance covered
from the start of the new mission.
Average consumption (where provided)
This value shows the average consump-
tion from the start of the new mission.
Instant consumption (where provided)
This value shows instant fuel consumption
(this value is updated second by second).
If parking the car with engine on,
the display will show “----”.
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Start of journey procedure
With ignition key at MAR, press and keep
button TRIP pressed for over 2 seconds
to reset.
Exit Trip
To quit the Trip function: keep button
MODE pressed for over 2 seconds.
IMPORTANT The reset operation in the
presence of the screens concerning the
“General Trip” makes it possible to reset
also the “Trip B”. The reset operation in
the presence of the screens concerning
only the “Trip B” makes it possible to re-
set only the information associated with
this function.
TRIP
F0G0149m
fig. 30
Reset TRIP B
End of partial mission
Start of new partial mission
End of partial mission
Start of new
partial mission
Reset TRIP B
End of partial mission
Start of new
partial mission
Reset GENERAL TRIP
End of complete mission
Start of new mission
Reset GENERAL TRIP
End of complete mission
Start of new mission
End of partial mission
Start of new
partial mission
Reset TRIP B
Reset TRIP B
TRIP B
TRIP B
TRIP B
GENERAL TRIP
˙
˙
˙
˙
˙
˙
˙
˙
fig. 31
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REAR SEATS
To tilt rear seats refer to paragraph “Ex-
tending the boot” in this section.
SEATS
FRONT SEATS
fig. 32 F0G0029m
fig. 33 F0G0030m
fig. 34 F0G0031m
Moving the seat backwards
or forwards fig. 32
Lift the lever Aand push the seat forwards
or backwards: in the driving position the
arms should rest on the rim of the steer-
ing wheel.
Back rest angle adjustment fig. 33
Turn the knob B.
Cushion adjustment
(where provided) fig. 34
Use lever Dto raise or lower the back
of the cushion in order to obtain the re-
quired comfortable driving position.
Only make adjustments
when the car is stationary.
WARNING
Once you have released the
lever, check that the seat is
firmly locked in the runners by trying
to move it back and forth. Failure to
lock the seat in place could result in
the seat moving suddenly and the dri-
ver losing control of the car.
WARNING
Upholstery of your car has
been designed to withstand
wear deriving from common
use of the car. You are how-
ever recommended to avoid strong
and/or continuous scratching with
clothing accessories such as metallic
buckles, studs, Velcro fastenings and
the like, since these items cause cir-
cumscribed stress of the cover fabric
that could lead to yarn breaking, and
damage the cover as a consequence.
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HEAD RESTRAINTS
FRONT fig. 37
According to versions front head re-
straints can be fixed or adjustable in height
(where provided); to adjust head re-
straints proceed as follows.
❒
To raise: raise the head restraint until
hearing the locking click.
❒
To lower: press button Aand lower
the head restraint.
fig. 37 F0G0033m
Remember that the head re-
straints should be adjusted
to support the back of your head and
not your neck. Only in this position
do they exert their protective action.
WARNING
To optimise head restraint
protective action, adjust the
seat back upright and keep your head
as close as possible to the head re-
straint.
WARNING
Any adjustment of the head
restraints must be carried
out only with the car stationary and
the engine turned off.
WARNING
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REAR fig. 38
According to versions rear head restraints
can be fixed (for 5-seat versions) or ad-
justable. To use adjustable head restraints,
raise the head restraint from position 2
“position of non use” to position 1 “com-
pletely removed”.
To bring it back to the original position
“position of non use”, press button Band
push the head restraint down.
To take them out, press both buttons B
and C, raise them and then remove.
fig. 38 F0G0034m
The particular head restraint shape vol-
untarily interferes with the passenger’s
back leaning on the rear seat in order to
force him/her to lift the head restraint and
use it correctly.
IMPORTANT Rear seat passengers shall
always set the head restraints in the “com-
pletely removed” position.
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REARVIEW MIRRORS
DRIVING MIRROR fig. 40
The mirror is fitted with a safety device
that causes it to be released in the event
of a violent crash.
It can be moved using the lever Ato two
different positions: normal or antiglare.
STEERING WHEEL
The steering wheel can be adjusted in
height (where provided).
Release the lever A-fig. 39 pulling it to-
wards the steering wheel, then adjust it in
the most suitable position and lock it push-
ing the lever Afully forwards.
fig. 39 F0G0061m
Any adjustment must be car-
ried out only with the car
stationary and the engine turned off.
WARNING
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Electrical adjustment fig. 43
Proceed as follows:
❒
use switch Bto select the mirror re-
quired;
❒
to adjust the mirror move the joystick
Ain the four directions.
fig. 43 F0G0039m
As door mirrors are curved,
they may slightly alter the
perception of distance.
WARNING
On Actual versions, the door mirror shall
be adjusted from the outside; to adjust it
directly press slightly the four corners of
the mirror.
fig. 41 F0G0197m
fig. 42 F0G0040m
When driving the mirrors
shall always be in position 1.
WARNING
fig. 40 F0G0036m
DOOR MIRRORS
Manual adjustment fig. 41-42
Use lever Ato adjust mirror Bfrom the
passenger compartment.
When required (for example when the
mirror causes difficulty in narrow spaces)
it is possible to fold the mirror moving it
from position 1(open) to position 2
(closed).
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HEATING
AND VENTILATION
1. Vent for defrosting or demisting wind-
screen - 2. Centre adjustable and swivel
vent - 3. Side adjustable and swivel vent -
4. Fixed side vent to convey air to side
windows - 5. Side vents to convey air to
front seat passengers’ feet - 6. Side vents
to convey air to rear seat passengers’ feet.
SIDE AND CENTRE
ADJUSTABLE VENTS
fig. 44/a - 44/b
AFixed vent for side windows.
BSide adjustable vents.
CCentre adjustable vents.
To use vents Aand Bpress them as
shown by the arrow and turn them as re-
quired (they can be rotated to whatever
direction).
fig. 44 F0G0685m
fig. 44/a F0G0023m fig. 44/b
CITY
F0G0024m
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not to use it for long periods, especially
if there several people in the car.
IMPORTANT The inside air recirculation
system makes it possible to reach the re-
quired “heating” or “cooling” conditions
faster. Do not use the air recirculation
function on rainy/cold days as it could con-
siderably increase the possibility of the
windows misting inside.
Air distribution knob D
¥to convey air to the centre and side
vents;
μto warm the feet and convey cooler
air to the dashboard vents;
wto heat with outside harsh tempera-
ture: close central and side vents to
convey as much air as possible to the
feet;
≤to warm the feet and at the same time
demist the windscreen;
-for quick windscreen demisting.
VENTILATION
To ventilate the passenger’s compartment
properly proceed as follows:
❒
central and side vents: completely open;
❒
knob Aturned to blue section;
❒
knob Cturned to
U;
❒
knob Dturned to
¥;
❒
knob Bturned to the required speed.
HEATING
Proceed as follows:
❒
knob Aturned to red section;
❒
knob Dturned to the required symbol;
❒
knob Bturned to the required speed.
CONTROLS fig. 45
Air temperature knob A (mixing
hot and cold air)
Red section = hot air
Blue section = cold air
Fan activation /speed adjustment
knob B
0= fan off
1-2-3 = fan speed
-= fan top speed
Air recirculation on/off knob C
U= outside air intake
T= inside air recirculation
This function is particularly useful when
the outside air is heavily polluted (in a traf-
fic jam, tunnel etc.). However, it is better
fig. 45 F0G0022m
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FAST HEATING
For fast heating of the passenger com-
partment, proceed as follows:
❒
knob Aturned to red section;
❒
knob Cturned to
T;
❒
knob Dturned to
-;
❒
knob Bturned to -(top fan speed).
Then use the controls to keep the re-
quired comfort conditions and turn knob
Cto U.
IMPORTANT With cold engine, you have
to wait for a few minutes to let the sys-
tem fluid reach the operating temperature.
FRONT WINDOW FAST
DEMISTING AND/OR
DEFROSTING
Proceed as follows:
❒
knob Aturned to red section;
❒
knob Cturned to
U;
❒
knob Dturned to
-;
❒
knob Bturned to -(top fan speed).
After demisting/defrosting, operate the
controls to keep the required comfort.
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Preventive demisting procedure
In the event of considerable outside mois-
ture and/or rain and/or considerable dif-
ferences in temperature outside and in-
side the passenger compartment, perform
the following preventive demisting proce-
dure:
❒
knob Aturned to red section;
❒
knob Cturned to
U;
❒
knob Dturned to -with the possi-
bility of passing to position ≤if the win-
dows do not mist up;
❒
knob Bturned to 2nd speed.
REAR WINDOW
DEMISTING/DEFROSTING fig. 46
Press button Ato turn this function on;
when this function is on the instrument
panel warning light
(
will turn on.
This function is timed and switches off au-
tomatically after about 20 minutes. To cut
out this function press again button (.
IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers on
the inside of the rear window over the
heating filaments to avoid damage that
might cause it to stop working properly.
fig. 46 F0G0143m
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Air recirculation on/off knob C
U= outside air intake
T= inside air recirculation
This function is particularly useful when
the outside air is heavily polluted (in a traf-
fic jam, tunnel etc.). However, it is better
not to use it for long periods, especially
if there several people in the car.
IMPORTANT The inside air recirculation
system makes it possible to reach the re-
quired “heating” or “cooling” conditions
faster. Do not use the air recirculation
function on rainy/cold days as it could con-
siderably increase the possibility of the
windows misting inside.
Air distribution knob D
¥air flow from central vents and side
outlets;
μto warm the feet and keep the face
cool (“bilevel” function);
wto speed up passenger compartment
warming;
≤to warm the passenger compartment
and at the same time demist the wind-
screen;
-to demist and defrost the windscreen
and front side windows.
VENTILATON
To ventilate the passenger’s compartment
properly proceed as follows:
❒
central and side vents completely open;
❒
turn knob Ato the blue section;
❒
turn knob Cto
U;
❒
turn knob Dto
¥;
❒
turn knob Bto the required speed.
MANUAL CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM
(where provided)
CONTROLS fig. 47
Air temperature knob A
(mixing hot and cold air)
Red section = hot air
Blue section = cold air
Fan activation and climate control
system on/off knob B
0= fan off
1-2-3 = fan speed
-
= top fan speed
Press the knob to turn the climate control
system on, the knob led will turn on. Press
it again to turn it off, the knob led will turn
off.
fig. 47 F0G0600m
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WINDSCREEN
AND FRONT SIDE WINDOW
FAST DEMISTING/DEFROSTING
(MAX-DEF function)
Proceed as follows:
❒
turn knob Ato the red section;
❒
turn knob Cto
U;
❒
turn knob Dto
-;
❒
turn knob Bto -(top fan speed).
After demisting/defrosting, operate the
controls to keep the required comfort.
IMPORTANT The climate control system
is very useful to speed up demisting since
it dehumidifies the air. Set controls to
demisting function and switch on the cli-
mate control system by pressing button
B; the knob led will turn on.
Preventive demisting procedure
In the event of considerable outside mois-
ture and/or rain and/or considerable dif-
ferences in temperature outside and in-
side the passenger compartment, perform
the following preventive demisting proce-
dure:
❒
turn knob Ato the red section;
❒
turn knob Cto
U;
❒turn knob Dto -with the possibility
of passing to position ≤if the windows
do not mist up;
❒
turn knob Bto 2nd speed.
HEATING
Proceed as follows:
❒
turn knob Ato the red section;
❒
turn knob Dto the required symbol;
❒
turn knob Bto the required speed.
FAST HEATING
For fast heating of the passenger com-
partment, proceed as follows:
❒
turn knob Ato the red section;
❒
turn knob Cto
T;
❒
turn knob Dto
-;
❒
turn knob Bto -(top fan speed).
Then use the controls to keep the re-
quired comfort conditions and turn knob
C to U.
IMPORTANT With cold engine, you have
to wait for a few minutes to let the sys-
tem fluid reach the operating temperature.
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CLIMATE CONTROL (cooling)
For fast cooling of the passenger com-
partment, proceed as follows:
❒
turn knob Ato the blue section;
❒
turn knob Cto
T;
❒
turn knob Dto
¥;
❒
press knob Bto turn the climate con-
trol system on; the knob led will turn
on;
❒turn knob Bto -(top fan speed).
Cooling adjustment
❒
turn knob Ato the right to raise tem-
perature;
❒
turn knob Cto
U;
❒
turn knob Bto reduce the fan speed.
LOOKING AFTER THE SYSTEM
During winter, the climate control system
must be turned on at least once a month
for about 10 minutes. Before summer,
have the system checked at a Fiat Deal-
ership.
The system is filled with
R134a refrigerant which will
not pollute the environment
in the event of leakage. Un-
der no circumstances should R12 fluid
be used as it is incompatible with the
system components.
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CONTROLS fig 49
Button AUTO - A
Automatic climate control system
function on/off
Pressing the AUTO button and setting
the required temperature, the system au-
tomatically adjusts the temperature, the
amount and distribution of the air admit-
ted to the passenger compartment and
controls compressor operation.
Button √- B
Compressor on/off
Pressing the button when the button led
is on, will deactivate compressor and turn
the button led off.
Pressing the button when the led is off will
activate compressor and turn the button
led on.
When turning the compressor off:
❒
the system will deactivate air recircula-
tion to prevent window misting up;
❒
it is not possible to admit air to the pas-
senger compartment with a tempera-
ture below the outside temperature
(the displayed temperature value will
flash when the system cannot guaran-
tee the required comfort conditions);
❒
the fan speed can be set to zero man-
ually (with compressor on, the fan
speed cannot be lower that one bar on
the display).
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM
(where provided)
According to the temperature set by the
user, the climate control system auto-
matically adjusts:
❒
temperature of the air sent to the pas-
senger’s compartment;
❒
fan speed (continuous air flow varia-
tion);
❒
air distribution in the passenger’s com-
partment;
❒
compressor activation / deactivation (to
cool / dehumidify air);
❒
air recirculation on / off.
The system continuously works to keep con-
stant the comfort inside the passenger com-
partment and to compensate any variation
of the outside climate conditions.
All the above functions can be changed
manually by selecting the required func-
tion/s and by changing the set parameters.
Manual setting does not impair automat-
ic control of the other functions although
the AUTO button led is off.
Manual selections prevail over automatic
ones and remain in storage until the user
decides to resume automatic control by
pressing button AUTO (except when the
system cuts in for particular safety condi-
tions).
fig. 49 F0G0601m
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Button T - D
Air recirculation on/off
This function is particularly useful when
the outside air is heavily polluted (in a traf-
fic jam, tunnel, etc.).
Button led on = recirculation on.
Button led off = recirculation off.
With low temperatures or compressor
off, air recirculation is deactivated to pre-
vent window misting up.
IMPORTANT It is inadvisable to use air
recirculation on cold days as it would con-
siderably increase the possibility of win-
dows misting up inside.
During AUTO operation, due to safety rea-
sons, after long recirculation activation (over
25 minutes) the system will deactivate au-
tomatically air recirculation for 1 minute to
enable outside air inlet.
Buttons ÕÔ- E
Temperature setting
Pressing button Õwill raise the passen-
ger’s compartment temperature up to HI
value (maximum heating power).
Pressing button Ôwill lower the passen-
ger’s compartment temperature down to
LO value (maximum cooling power).
HI function
This functions can be switched on when
you wish to heat the passenger compart-
ment as quickly as possible; air distribu-
tion and fan speed are controlled by the
system.
To turn this function off, set the required
temperature.
IMPORTANT If the system fluid is not
warm enough, top fan speed will not be
activated immediately to prevent air not
warm enough from entering the passen-
ger compartment.
LO function
This function can be switched on when
you wish to cool the passenger compart-
ment as quickly as possible; with this func-
tion switched on the compressor will be
turned on (if off) whereas air distribution
and fan speed are controlled by the sys-
tem.
To turn this function off, set the required
temperature.
IMPORTANT With the function switched
on, however, all the manual settings can
be made.
Button OFF - C
Switching the climate control
system off
Press button OFF to turn the system off.
When turned off the system conditions are
the following:
❒
all leds off;
❒
temperature display off;
❒
air recirculation off;
❒
compressor off;
❒
fan off.
Under this condition, air recirculation can
be turned on or off without activating the
system.
IMPORTANT The system will store the
settings (except recirculation) performed
before turning off and will resume them
when pressing any button (if the function
corresponding to the button pressed is off
it will be turned on; if on it will be kept ac-
tive). Press AUTO to turn the system in
automatic mode.
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lows heating of the passenger
compartment in the shortest
time, also giving a prompt feeling
of warmth.
w+μSplitting of the air flow between
the vents to the lower part of the
passenger compartment
(warmest air) and the dashboard
centre and side outlets (coolest
air).
¥+μSplitting of the air flow between
the windscreen and side window
demisting/defrosting vents and
the lower part of the passenger
compartment. This type of air dis-
tribution allows satisfactory heat-
ing of the passenger compart-
ment while preventing possible
misting of the windows.
The type of air distribution selected is
shown by lighting up of the relevant led on
the selected button.
To restore automatic air distribution con-
trol after a manual selection, press button
AUTO.
During automatic operation, under par-
ticular climate conditions, the system can
send air to the windscreen although the
relevant led does not turn on.
Button -- L
Fast front windows
demisting/defrosting
Press button - the climate control system
will automatically switch on all the func-
tions required for fast windscreen and
front side window demisting/defrosting,
that is:
❒
switches on climate control compres-
sor when climatic conditions are suit-
able;
❒
air recirculation off;
❒
maximum air temperature (HI);
❒
activates proper fan speed according to
engine coolant temperature;
❒
directs air flow to windscreen and front
side windows vents;
❒
turns heated rear window on.
IMPORTANT Fast demisting/defrosting
function stays on for about 3 minutes,
since engine coolant temperature exceeds
50 °C (petrol versions) or 35 °C (Diesel
versions).
When the demisting/defrosting function is
on, the button led -and the heated rear
window button led (are on, whereas
the AUTO button led will turn off; when
this function is on, the only operations
possible are fan speed adjustment and
heated rear window switching off.
To turn the function off, press again but-
ton - or press button AUTO.
Buttons ÕÔ- F
Fan speed adjustment
Press buttons Õor Ôto increase or to
decrease the fan speed; the fan speed is
shown by the lit bars on the display.
The fan can be cut off only if the climate
control compressor has been switched off
(button B).
To restore automatic fan speed control,
press button AUTO.
Buttons ¥wμ- G H I
Air distribution
manual selection
Pressing these buttons it is possible to
choose manually one of the five possible air
distributions:
¥Air flow to the windscreen and
front side window vents to
demist or defrost them.
wAir flow to central and side dash-
board vents to ventilate the chest
and the face during the hot sea-
son.
μAir flow towards the front and
rear lower parts of the passenger
compartment. Due to the natur-
al tendency of heat to spread up-
wards, this type of distribution al-
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INDEX DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
LOOKING AFTER THE SYSTEM
During the winter, the climate control sys-
tem must be turned on at least once a
month for about ten minutes.
Before summer, have the system checked
at a Fiat Dealership.
SWITCHING THE CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM ON
The system can be turned on in different
ways, it is however advisable to set the re-
quired temperature and then to press the
AUTO button. In this way the system
starts to work fully automatically to reach
the required comfort conditions as soon
as possible.
During automatic operation it is possible:
❒
to select the required temperature
(buttons
ÔÕ-
E
);
❒
to activate or to deactivate air recirculation
(button
T-
D
);
❒
to activate fast window demisting/de-
frosting (button
--
L
);
❒
to select air distribution (buttons
¥w
μ-
G H I
);
❒
to select fan speed (buttons
ÕÔ-
F
).
The system will automatically modify its
settings according to set changes and the
button led will turn off. To restore auto-
matic operation press again button AU-
TO.
The system is filled with
R134a refrigerant which will
not pollute the environment
in the event of leakage.
Under no circumstances should R12
fluid be used as it is incompatible with
the system components.
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Pulling the lever towards the steering
wheel again, the main beams are turned
off and the dipped beams on.
FLASHING THE HEADLIGHTS
fig. 51
Pull the lever towards the steering wheel
(unstable position).
The warning light
1on the instrument
cluster will come on.
PARKING LIGHTS fig. 51/a
With the ignition key at STOP or re-
moved, turn lever to position 6. The in-
strument panel warning light 3will
come on together with side/taillights and
number plate light.
Move the lever upwards ato turn the
right-hand sidelights on only; move it
downwards bto turn the left-hand ones
on. In both cases, warning light 3will
not turn on.
DIRECTION INDICATORS
fig. 51/a
Up (position a) = right-hand direction in-
dicator.
Down (position b) = left-hand direction
indicator.
Warning light ¥or Îwill come on flash-
ing on the instrument cluster.
Indicators are switched off automatically
when the steering wheel is straightened.
If you want the indicator to flash briefly to
show that you are about to change lane,
move the stalk up or down without click-
ing into position (unstable position). When
released, the stalk will return to its home
position.
EXTERNAL LIGHTS
The left-hand stalk operates most of the
external lights.
The external lights can only be switched
on when the ignition key is at MAR.
The instrument panel and the different
dashboard controls will come on with the
external lights.
LIGHTS SWITCHED OFF fig. 51
Knurled ring turned to symbol O.
SIDELIGHTS fig. 51
Turn the knurled ring to 6.
The warning light 3on the instrument
cluster will come on at the same time.
DIPPED BEAM HEADLIGHTS
fig. 51
Turn the knurled ring to 2.
The warning light 3on the instrument
cluster will come on at the same time.
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS fig. 51
When the knurled ring is at 2, push the
lever towards the dashboard (stable posi-
tion).
The warning light 1on the instrument
cluster will come on at the same time.
F0G0126m
fig. 51/a
F0G0122m
fig. 51
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WINDOW WASHING
The right stalk fig. 52 controls windscreen
wiper/washer and heated rear window
wiper/washer operation.
WINDSCREEN WASHER/WIPER
The device can only work when the igni-
tion key is at MAR.
The stalk can be moved to five different
positions (4 speed levels):
Awindscreen wiper off.
Bintermittent.
Ccontinuous slow.
Dcontinous fast.
Efast temporary (unstable position).
Fast temporary operation is limited to the
time the lever is held in this position.
When the lever is released it returns to
position Aautomatically stopping the
wiper.
Windscreen wiper slowing down
according to car speed
(where provided)
On certain versions, when decelerating
until stopping the car will make the wind-
screen wiper to slow down automatical-
ly. Speed will be resumed automatically
when the car speed exceeds 10 km/h. The
windscreen speed can be changed manu-
ally at any moment.
“Smart washing” function
Pulling the stalk towards the steering
wheel (unstable position) operates the
windscreen washer.
Keeping the stalk pulled, with just one
movement, it is possible to operate the
washer jet and the wiper at the same time;
indeed, the latter comes into action au-
tomatically if the stalk is pulled for more
than half a second. The wiper stops work-
ing a few strokes after releasing the stalk;
a further “cleaning stroke”, after a few sec-
onds, completes the wiping operation.
“FOLLOW ME HOME” DEVICE
This function allows the illumination of the
space in front of the car.
Activation
With the ignition key at STOP or re-
moved, pull the left-hand stalk towards the
steering wheel and operate it within 2
minutes from when the engine is turned
off.
At each single movement of the stalk, the
staying on of the lights is extended by 30
seconds up to a maximum of 210 seconds,
then the lights are switched off automati-
cally.
Each time the lever is operated, the warn-
ing light 3on the instrument cluster will
come on and the display will show the
time of activation.
The warning light comes on the first time
the lever is operated and will stay on up
to automatic function deactivation. Each
operation of the lever will extend lights
switching on time.
Deactivation
Keep the stalk pulled towards the steer-
ing wheel for more than 2 seconds.
,
F0G0127m
fig. 52
Never use the window wiper
to remove ice or snow from
the windscreen. In these con-
ditions, the wiper is submitted
to excessive effort that results in mo-
tor protection cutting in and wiper op-
eration inhibition for few seconds as a
consequence. If operation is not re-
stored contact Fiat Dealership.
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CEILING LIGHT
FRONT CEILING LIGHT fig. 53
The transparent Acan have three posi-
tions:
❒side apressed: light always on
❒side bpressed: light always off
❒
central position (neutral): the light turns
on and off automatically when the door
is opened or closed.
IMPORTANT Before getting out of the
car, make sure the switch is at central po-
sition: lights off with doors closed in or-
der to avoid draining the battery.
For “Active” versions, automatic switching
on/off takes place only after opening or
closing the driver’s door.
“Smart washing” function
Pushing the stalk towards the dashboard
(unstable position) operates the rear win-
dow wiper.
Keeping the stalk pushed, with just one
movement it is possible to operate the
washer jet and the wiper at the same time;
indeed, the latter comes into action au-
tomatically if the stalk is pulled for more
than half a second.
The rear window wiper stops working a
few strokes after releasing the stalk; a fur-
ther “cleaning stroke”, after a few sec-
onds, completes the wiping operation.
REAR WINDOW WASHER/
WIPER
The device can only work when the igni-
tion key is at MAR.
Turn the knurled ring to
'
to operate the
rear window wiper.
With windscreen wiper on, turning the
knurled ring to ‘ will turn on the rear win-
dow wiper, that in this case will work (in
the different positions) with timing with
the windscreen wiper, but at half speed.
With windscreen wiper on, engaging re-
verse gear will automatically turn the rear
window wiper on, in continuous slow wip-
ing mode.
The rear window wiper will stop when
disengaging reverse. Never use the rear window
wiper to remove ice or snow
from the rear window. In
these conditions, the wiper is
submitted to excessive effort that re-
sults in motor protection cutting in and
wiper operation inhibition for few sec-
onds as a consequence. If operation is
not restored contact Fiat Dealership.
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Two switching off modes are provided:
❒
when closing all doors, the 3-minute
timing will go off and a 10-second one
will start. This timing will go off when
turning the key to MAR;
❒
when locking the doors (by both re-
mote control or key into driver’s door
lock), the ceiling light goes off.
On Emotion and Dynamic versions, ceil-
ing light will switch on and off gradually;
the ceiling light will switch off automati-
cally 15 minutes after turning the engine
off.
BOOT LIGHT fig. 54
For versions fitted with boot light, the bulb
comes on automatically when opening the
tailgate and it will go off at closing.
Ceiling light timing
(transparent central position)
Three different switching on modes are
provided:
❒
when opening a door three-minute tim-
ing will start and it will be repeated each
time a door is opened;
❒
approx. 10-second timing will start
when removing the ignition key within
two minutes from turning the engine
off;
❒
approx. 10-second timing will start
when opening the doors (by both re-
mote control or key into driver’s door
lock).
fig. 54 F0G0230m
fig. 53 F0G0032m
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REAR FOGLIGHTS fig. 55
Press button D, to activate these lights it
is necessary to have the dipped beam
headlights or the front fog lights switched
on.
With the lights on, warning light 4on the
instrument panel comes on. Press the but-
ton again to turn the lights off.
HEATED REAR WINDOW fig. 55
Operate control Eto turn on this func-
tion.
With the heated rear window on, warn-
ing light ( on the instrument panel comes
on. Press the button again to turn the
heated rear window off.
This function will turn off automatically af-
ter about 20 minutes.
FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH fig. 56
It is under the driver’s seat and comes in-
to operation in the case of a crash:
❒
cutting off fuel and switching off the en-
gine;
❒
automatically unlocking the doors;
❒
switching on interior lights (for about
15 minutes).
When the device comes into operation
the message “FPS on” is lit on the display.
For the reconfigurable multifunction dis-
play, message “Inertial switch intervened
- See Handbook” will be displayed.
CONTROLS
DUALDRIVE ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING SYSTEM
(where provided) fig. 55
Press button A to turn the “CITY” func-
tion on (see paragraph “electric power
steering”). When this function is on, the
wording CITY on the instrument panel
will turn on. Press the button again to turn
the function off.
HAZARD LIGHTS fig. 55
To turn these lights on, press button Bre-
gardless of the position of the ignition key.
When the device is on, the switch is flash-
ing and warning lights Îand ¥on the clus-
ter come on.
Press again button Bto turn the lights off.
The use of hazard lights is governed by the
Highway Code of the country you are in.
Keep to the rules.
FOGLIGHTS
(where provided) fig. 55
Press button C, to activate these lights it
is necessary to have the side/taillights
switched on.
With the foglights on, warning light 5 on
the instrument panel comes on.
Press the button again to turn these lights
off.
fig. 56 F0G0028m
fig. 55 F0G0020m
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INTERIOR FITTINGS
CIGAR LIGHTER AND ASHTRAY
(where provided) fig. 57
Press button A; after approximately 15
seconds the cigar lighter will return to its
initial position and is ready for use.
IMPORTANT Always check that the cig-
ar lighter has turned off.
SUN VISORS fig. 58
They are located at the sides of the dri-
ving mirror.
They can be adjusted forwards and side-
wards.
A courtesy mirror is applied to the back
of the passenger’s side sun visor, while a
pocket is applied to the back of the dri-
ver’s side sun visor. On certain versions
the courtesy mirror is fitted also on the
driver’s sun visor.
Carefully inspect the car to find fuel leaks,
e.g. in the engine compartment, under the
car or near the tank.
If no fuel leaks are found and the car can
be started again, press button Ato reset
the fuel system and the lights.
After a crash, remember to turn the igni-
tion key to STOP to prevent battery run-
down. fig. 57 F0G0223m
fig. 58 F0G0069m
If, after a crash, you smell fu-
el or see leaks from the fuel
system, do not reset the switch to
avoid fine risk.
WARNING
The cigar lighter gets very
hot. Be careful how you han-
dle it and make sure it is not used by
children: danger of fire or burns.
WARNING
The ashtray can be removed and can be
placed into the glass holder to be used al-
so by rear passengers.
Do not use the ashtray as waste paper
basket: it might set on fire in contact with
cigarette stubs.
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ODDMENT COMPARTMENT
UNDER THE SEAT
(where provided) fig. 60
On Emotion versions, under the passen-
ger’s seat there is an oddment compart-
ment (if there is not the HI-FI system sub-
woofer).
To use it, raise the front side of the seat
cushion 1to release it, then raise the back
of the cushion 2(on the back rest side).
To close the oddment compartment, low-
er and fit the back of the cushion under
the back rest without forcing, then press
the front side of the cushion until locking
it into place.
GLASS HOLDER
The central console houses two recess-
es fig. 61 for glasses, cups or cans.
At the back there is a third recess fig. 62
to house a glass.
GLOVEBOX ON PASSENGER’S
SIDE DASHBOARD fig. 59
Open the glovebox as indicated by the ar-
row.
On the dashboard, above the glovebox,
there is an oddment compartment for
small objects.
On certain versions, the glovebox has been
replaced with an open oddment compart-
ment.
fig. 59 F0G0035m fig. 60 F0G0273m fig. 61
˙
˙
˙
˙
F0G0038m
fig. 62 F0G0065m
Do not travel with the glove
boxes open: risk of passen-
ger’s injury in case of accident.
WARNING
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POWER SUNROOF
(SKY-DOME)
Upon request, the car can be fitted with
a power sunroof consisting of two glass
panes fig. 64 and sun curtains fig. 65:
Afront mobile pane;
Brear fixed pane;
Dsun curtains (two), to open: make sun
curtain slide as shown by the arrow.
CURRENT SOCKET
(where provided) fig. 63
It is set on the central console and it is
power supplied with the ignition key at
MAR.
Open the protection lid Ato use the
socket.
Correct operation is ensured only if the
accessories connected to it are fitted with
a standard plug, present on all Lineacces-
sori Fiat items.
IMPORTANT With the engine off and the
ignition key in the MAR position, the pro-
longed use (e.g. for over 1 hour) of acces-
sories that absorb a great deal of current
may reduce the battery efficiency and
therefore cause misfiring.
fig. 63 F0G0130m fig. 64 F0G0198m
Only accessories with power
not over 180W (maximum
absorption 15A) can be con-
nected to the socket.
fig. 65 F0G0199m
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Press button Cto open:
❒
press the upper part 1to close;
❒
press the lower part 2to open. Sunroof
opening takes place in two steps, first
push on the button will open the sun-
roof partially, a second long push on the
button will open the sunroof fully; at
this step if you release the button, the
roof will lock in the position it is in at
the moment.
Open and close the sunroof only when the
car is stationary.
IMPORTANT In order to prevent possi-
ble noise, after closing the sunroof, you
are suggested to keep the sunroof clos-
ing button Cpressed for over 2 seconds.
OPENING/CLOSING fig. 66
Opening and closing are only possible with
the key at MAR.
fig. 66 F0G0019m
Do not open the sunroof if
there is snow or ice on it: it
could be damaged.
Improper use of the sunroof
can be dangerous. Before
and during its operation ensure that
any passengers are not at risk from
the moving roof either by personal
objects getting caught in the mecha-
nism or by being injured by it direct-
ly.
WARNING
Always remove the ignition
key when you get out of the
car to prevent the sunroof being op-
erated accidentally and constituting
a danger to the people left in the car.
WARNING
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DOORS
LOCKING/UNLOCKING FROM
THE OUTSIDE fig. 69
To unlock
Turn the key to 1and lift the handle.
With central door locking system (where
provided), when the key is turned all
doors are unlocked at the same time.
By remote control (where provided),
press button Ëto open the doors.
To lock
Turn the key to 2with the door shut
properly.
With central door locking system (where
provided), all doors must be shut prop-
erly.
By remote control (where provided),
press button Á; to close the doors.
If one of the doors is not shut properly,
the central door locking system will fail.
IMPORTANT If one of the front doors is
open or the system is failing, central lock-
ing will not activate and after 6 attempts
in rapid sequence the device will be ex-
cluded for about 60 seconds.
If there is a fault in the electrical
device fig. 67 and 68
Take the key Ein the tool box (in the
boot) and manually open/close the sun-
roof fitting the key into the motor seat.
To reach the seat, remove the pressure-
fit cover Flocated on the central roof
cross member (dividing the sunroof mo-
bile section from the fixed one).
fig. 67 F0G0201m
fig. 68 F0G0200m
fig. 69 F0G0686m
Before opening a door,
make sure this can be done
in safety.
WARNING
Open the doors only when
the car is stationary.
WARNING
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CHILD LOCK fig. 71
To prevent opening the rear doors from
the inside.
This device can be engaged only with rear
doors open:
❒
position 1- disengaged (door can
opened from the passenger’s compart-
ment);
❒
position 2- engaged (door cannot
opened from the passenger’s compart-
ment).
The device will be engaged even if the
doors are unlocked electrically.
IMPORTANT Always use the device
when transporting children.
IMPORTANT After engaging the lock,
check by trying to open a rear door with
the internal handle.
LOCKING/UNLOCKING FROM
THE PASSENGER’S
COMPARTMENT fig. 70
To unlock
Pull lever A.
With central door locking system, oper-
ating the driver’s door lever Awill unlock
all the doors. Lever Aof the other doors
will only open the corresponding door.
fig. 70 F0G0062m fig. 71 F0G0063m
To lock
Push lever Atowards the door. Operat-
ing the driver’s door lever Awill lock all
the doors. On the other doors the lever
will only lock the corresponding door.
With mechanical lock (i.e.: without cen-
tralised system), to lock a door you shall
operate the corresponding door lever; on-
ly for rear doors locking can be engaged
also with the door open.
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WINDOW WINDERS fig. 73
Window winders are fitted on the rear
doors of all versions. On certain versions
window winders are fitted also on front
doors.
Use handle Ato open/close the windows.
POWER
WINDOWS/WINDOW
WINDERS
FRONT POWER WINDOWS
(where provided) fig. 72
They work with the ignition key at MAR
and for two minutes after removing or
turning the key to STOP.
The two buttons are at the side of the
gearshift lever (one on each side) and con-
trol:
AOpening/closing the left-hand door
window.
BOpening/closing the right-hand door
window.
Keep the driver’s door button pressed for
a few seconds to open or close the win-
dow automatically (only with key at
MAR).
fig. 72 F0G0025m fig. 73 F0G0064m
Improper use of the electric
windows can be dangerous.
Before and during their operation en-
sure that any passengers are not at
risk from the moving glass either by
personal objects getting caught in the
mechanism or by being injured by it
directly.
WARNING
Always remove the ignition
key when you get out of the
car to prevent the electric windows
being operated accidentally and con-
stituting a danger to the people left
in the car.
WARNING
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With key with remote control
(where provided)
Press button R.
Tailgate opening is indicated by a double
flashing of the direction indicators.
Soft touch handle (powered
handle) (where provided) fig. 75
On certain versions, the tailgate (when un-
locked) can only be opened from outside
the car using the powered handle Clo-
cated beneath the shackle.
If doors are unlocked the boot can be
opened at any time.
To open it, one of the front doors shall be
opened or doors shall be unlocked using
the remote control or the key without re-
mote control.
If the boot is not shut properly the in-
strument panel warning light ´(if any) will
come on.
BOOT
OPENING THE TAILGATE
With key without remote control
fig. 74
Unlock the lock using the metal insert of
the ignition key A.
The opening of the boot is made easier by
the gas-filled struts on each side.
Opening the tailgate will switch the boot
light on: the light will go off automatically
when closing the tailgate.
The light will stay on for about 15 minutes
after turning the key to STOP: if during
this time, a door or the tailgate is opened,
the light will switch on again for 15 min-
utes.
fig. 74 F0G0687m fig. 75 F0G0688m
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CLOSING THE TAILGATE fig. 77
To close, lower the tailgate until the lock
clicks.
On the tailgate inner side there are a
reces Bthat make it easier to hold and
close the tailgate.
RAISING THE REAR PARCEL
SHELF fig. 76
To stove luggage friendly you can raise the
rear parcel shelf until hearing the locking
click. Push it down to refit it.
fig. 76 F0G0237m fig. 77 F0G0689m
When using the boot, make
sure the load you are carry-
ing does not exceed the permitted
weight (see “Technical specifications”
chapter). Also ensure the items in the
boot are arranged properly to pre-
vent them being thrown forward and
injuring passengers, should you brake
sharply.
WARNING
Do not travel with the tail-
gate open: exhaust gases
may get into the passenger’s com-
partment.
WARNING
When travelling in areas
where it is difficult to find a
filling station and you wish to carry
a reserve fuel can, attain to the rele-
vant law and use only certified cans,
well fastened to the load anchoring
hooks. Even in this way the risk of fire
is increased in the case of an accident.
WARNING
Open the tailgate with care
when carrying objects on the
roof rack bars to prevent impacts.
WARNING
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To restore the use of the rear seat: lift the
seat back and push it backwards until you
hear the locking click and make sure the
seat belts are at the front of the seat back.
The car can be fitted, as optional, with sep-
arate rear seats.
The boot extension possibilities offered
by the split seat are many and they should
be chosen according to the number of
passengers and the amount of luggage to
be carried:
❒
total extension with right and left side
of the seat tilted as described above;
❒
partial extension with left or right side
of the seat tilted and place only for No.
1 rear passenger.
IMPORTANT If in the boot there is a
rather heavy load and you are travelling at
night, check and adjust aiming of the main
beam headlights (see “Headlights” in this
section).
EXTENDING THE BOOT
(versions with rear sliding seat)
fig. 79 and 80
Partial extension
Use lever A(in the passenger’s compart-
ment) or the central tab Din the boot to
move the seat forward.
Total extension
Remove the rear parcel shelf as previous-
ly described (see versions with rear fixed
seat).
Use lever Aor central tab Din the boot
to move the seat to the required position
(e.g.: fully forward for total boot exten-
sion);
Lift lever Bor Cor pull side tabs Eor F
in the boot to release the seat back rest
section to tilt; both if you want to tilt the
whole back rest.
EXTENDING THE BOOT
(versions with rear fixed seat)
fig. 78
Proceed as follows:
1) Remove the rear parcel shelf and fit it
behind the back rests. To remove the rear
parcel shelf, release catches A(one per
side) and pull the rear parcel shelf out-
wards.
2) Operate the levers on the seat back
outer side and tilt the seat back forwards
putting aside the seat belts.
For central seat belts with three anchor
point see paragraph “Use of the central
seat belt” in section “Safety devices”.
fig. 78 F0G0131m fig. 79 F0G0257m
A heavy load that has not
been secured may cause se-
rious harm.
WARNING
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BONNET
To open the bonnet fig. 81-82-83
Pull the red lever (under the dashboard)
as shown in the figure.
Lift lever A.
Open the bonnet and at the same time re-
lease the rod Bfrom its clip C.
Insert the end of rod in its recess Don
the bonnet and leave it in safety position.
Restoring the seat position
To restore the use of the rear seat: lift the
seat back and push it backwards until you
hear the locking click and make sure the
seat belts are at the front of the seat back.
fig. 80 F0G0258m fig. 81 F0G0202m
Once you have released the
lever, check that the seat is
firmly locked in the runners by trying
to move it back and forth. Failure to
lock the seat in place could result in
the seat moving suddenly and the dri-
ver losing control of the car.
WARNING
The bonnet might fall vio-
lently if the support rod is
not positioned properly. This should
only be done when the car is station-
ary.
WARNING
fig. 82 F0G0690m
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Before opening the bonnet,
check that windscreen wiper
arms are not lifted from the wind-
screen.
WARNING
fig. 83
C
B
F0G0075m
To close the bonnet fig. 83
Hold the bonnet up with one hand and,
with the other, remove rod Bfrom recess
Dand replace it in its clip C;
Lower the bonnet until it is about 20 cm
above the engine compartment, then let it
fall and make sure it is properly locked and
not just secured in safety position. In this
case do not press the bonnet but raise it
again and repeat the operation.
For safety reasons the bon-
net must be closed properly
to avoid its opening while the car is
travelling. Therefore, always check it
is properly closed and the catch en-
gaged. Should you notice that the
catch is not perfectly engaged when
travelling, stop the car immediately
and close the bonnet.
WARNING
If checks are needed in the
engine compartment, when
it is still hot, proceed with the utmost
care to avoid burns. Do not approach
the fan: it might start working also
with the ignition key removed. Wait
for the engine cool down.
WARNING
Scarves, ties and other loose
articles of clothing could
easily get caught up in moving parts.
This can be extremely dangerous.
WARNING
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HEADLIGHTS
ADJUSTING THE HEADLIGHT
BEAM
The correct positioning of the headlight
beams is very important for the comfort
and safety not only of the person driving
the car but also all other road users. This
also covered by a specific law.
To ensure you and other drivers have the
best visibility conditions when travelling
with the headlights on, the headlights must
be set properly.
Have the headlight positioning checked at
a Fiat Dealership and adjusted if necessary.
Check the positioning of the headlight
beams whenever the weight or the load
position is changed.
ROOF RACK/
SKI RACK
FASTENERS fig. 84
The roof rack fastener seats Aare shown
in the figure.
To secure the roof rack, remove plugs B
(two per side).
A roof rack/ski rack especially designed for
Fiat Panda is available from Lineaccessori
Fiat.
On some versions, bars carrying all ob-
jects can be provided as an optional.
fig. 84 F0G00203m
After travelling a few kilo-
metres, check that the at-
tachment fastening screws are tight.
WARNING
Never exceed the permitted
weight (see section “Techni-
cal specifications”.
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SLANT COMPENSATION fig. 85
The car is fitted with an electrical device
for correcting the headlight slant. The de-
vice can be operated with the ignition key
at MAR and the dipped beam headlights
are on.
When the car is loaded, it slopes back-
wards. This means the headlight beam ris-
es.
In this case, it is necessary to return it to
the correct position using buttons +and
–.
The display shows the positions during the
adjustment.
ADJUSTING THE FRONT
FOGLIGHTS (where provided)
fig. 86
Have the headlight positioning checked at
a Fiat Dealership and adjusted if necessary.
fig. 85 F0G0141m fig. 86 F0G0076m
Correct positions according
to the load
Position 0- one or two passengers on
front seats.
Position 1- four passengers.
Position 2- four passengers + load in the
boot.
Position 3- driver + maximum admitted
load in the boot.
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This is done using non-transparent stick-
er tape as shown in the figure. The figure
refers to passing from left-hand drive to
right-hand drive.
ABS SYSTEM
(where provided)
The car is fitted with an ABS braking sys-
tem, which prevents the wheels from lock-
ing when braking, makes the most of road
grip and gives the best control when emer-
gency braking under difficulty road condi-
tions.
System is completed by EBD (Electronic
Braking Force Distribution), which dis-
tributes the braking action between front
and rear wheels.
IMPORTANT To have the maximum ef-
ficiency of the braking system, it is neces-
sary a setting period of about 500 km: dur-
ing this period, it is better to avoid sharp,
repeated and prolonged brakes.
HEADLIGHT BEAM
ADJUSTMENT ABROAD fig. 87
Headlights are orientated as to drive in-
side the country of origin before selling
the car. When travelling in countries with
opposite driving direction, you need to
cover the headlight areas according to the
Road Code of the country you are trav-
elling in.
fig. 87 F0G0691m
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FAILURE WARNINGS
ABS failure fig. 88
If warning light >lights up on the instru-
ment panel, together with the message on
the reconfigurable multifunction display
(where provided), see section “Warning
lights and messages”.
In this case the braking system will still be
effective, although without the anti-lock
device. Drive carefully to the nearest Fiat
Dealership to have the system checked.
EBD failure fig. 89
It is indicated by the turning on of warn-
ing lights >and xon the instrument
panel, together with the message on the
reconfigurable multifunction display
(where provided), see section “Warning
lights and messages”.
In this case with sharp braking the rear
wheels might lock too early, with the pos-
sibility of skidding . Drive extremely care-
fully to the nearest Fiat Dealership to have
the system checked.
ABS INTERVENTION
When the ABS cuts in, you will feel the
brake pedal pulsating slightly and the sys-
tem get noisier: it means that the speed
should be altered to fit the type of road sur-
face.
fig. 88 F0G0158m fig. 89 F0G0159m
When the ABS cuts in, and
you feel the brake pedal pul-
sating, do not remove your foot, but
keep it pressed; in doing so you will
stop in the shortest amount of space
possible under the current road con-
ditions.
WARNING
If the ABS system cuts in, it
is a sign that the grip be-
tween the tyre and the road surface
has reached the limit: you must slow
down to match the speed to the road
grip available.
WARNING
The ABS exploits the road
hold available as much as
possible but cannot increase it. You
should always drive carefully on slip-
pery surfaces and avoid any unnec-
essary risks.
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If only the warning light x
turns on together with the
message on the reconfigurable multi-
function display (where provided),
stop the car immediately and contact
the nearest Fiat Dealership. Fluid
leaks from the hydraulic system, in
fact, can compromise the braking sys-
tem, both traditional systems and sys-
tems with ABS.
WARNING
ESP SYSTEM (Electronic
Stability Program)
(where provided)
GENERAL INFORMATION
The ESP system is an electronic system
controlling the car stability in the event of
tyre grip loss.
The ESP system is therefore particularly
useful when grip conditions of the road sur-
faces changes.
In addition to the ESP system, ASR system
(antislip regulation system) and HILL
HOLDER, also the MSR system (adjusting
the engine braking torque) and the HBA
system (improving the braking force dur-
ing emergency braking) are provided.
ESP INTERVENTION
It is signalled by the blinking of the warn-
ing light áon the instrument panel, to in-
form the driver that the car is in critical
stability and grip conditions.
ESP system activation
The ESP system is automatically activat-
ed when the car is started and cannot be
de-activated.
Failure indications
In the event of failure, the ESP system is
automatically disconnected, the warning
light
á
comes on with fixed light on the
instrument panel, together with the mes-
sage on the reconfigurable multifunction
display (where provided) and with the but-
ton led ASR OFF (see section “Warning
lights and messages”). In this case contact
a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
Performance of the ESP sys-
tem, in terms of active safe-
ty should not induce the driver to take
pointless and unnecessary risks. The
style of driving must in any case al-
ways be adapted to the conditions of
the road surface, visibility an traffic.
Road safety is always the driver’s re-
sponsibility.
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FAILURE INDICATIONS
System failure is indicated by the turning
on of warning light *on the instrument
panel, together with the message on the
reconfigurable multifunction display
(where provided), see section “Warning
lights and messages”.
IMPORTANT The Hill Holder system is
not a parking brake therefore, never leave
the car without having engaged the hand-
brake, turned the engine off and engaged
the first speed.
ASR SYSTEM
(Antislip Regulation)
The ASR function controls car drive and
cuts in automatically every time one or
both driving wheels slip.
In slipping conditions, two different con-
trol systems are activated:
❒
if slipping involves both driving wheels,
the ASR function intervenes reducing
the power transmitted by the engine;
❒
if the slipping involves only one driving
wheel, the ASR system cuts in auto-
matically braking the wheel that is slip-
ping.
The action of the ASR is particularly help-
ful in the following circumstances:
❒
slipping of the inner wheel due to the
effect of dynamic load changes or ex-
cessive acceleration;
❒
too much power transmitted to the
wheels also in relation to the conditions
of the road surface;
❒
acceleration on slippery, snowy or
frozen surfaces;
❒
in the case of loss of grip on a wet sur-
face (aquaplaning).
HILL HOLDER SYSTEM
(where provided)
This system is an integral part of the ESP
system and it is provided to facilitate start-
ing on slopes. It will activate automatical-
ly with the following conditions:
❒
Uphill: car at a standstill on a road with
a gradient higher than 2%, engine run-
ning, clutch and brake pedal pressed,
gearbox to neutral or engaged gear oth-
er than reverse;
❒
Downhill: car at a standstill on a road
with a gradient higher than 2%, engine
running, clutch and brake pedal pressed
and reverse gear engaged.
At pickup the ESP system control unit will
keep brake force on wheels until reaching
the torque suitable for starting, or in any
case for max. 2 seconds in order to pass
easily from the brake pedal to the accel-
erator pedal.
After two seconds without starting, the
system will deactivate automatically by re-
leasing gradually the brake force. At re-
leasing, the typical brake disengagement
noise indicating that the car is going to
move will be heard.
During the use of the space-
saver spare wheel, the ESP
system carries on working. However,
you must remind that the space-saver
spare wheel has dimensions smaller
than the standard tyre and therefore
its grip is reduced as to the other car
tyres.
WARNING
For correct operation of the
ESP system, the tyres must
absolutely be of the same brand and
type on all wheels, in perfect condi-
tions and, above all, of type, brand
and size specified.
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Switching the
ASR system on/off fig. 90
The ASR function switches on automati-
cally each time the engine is started.
When travelling ASR can be switched off
and on again pressing button CASR OFF.
System activation is indicated by the rel-
evant message on the reconfigurable mul-
tifunction display (where provided).
When the ASR is switched off this is
shown by the lighting up of the led on the
button ASR OFF and by relevant message
on the reconfigurable multifunction display
(where provided). If the ASR is switched
off when travelling, it will turn on again au-
tomatically the next time the engine is
started.
When travelling on snowy roads with
snow chains, it may be helpful to turn the
ASR off: in fact, in these conditions, slip-
ping of the driving wheels when moving off
makes it possible to obtain better drive.
MSR system
(engine braking torque control)
It is an integral part of the ASR system that
in case of sudden gear shifting, cuts in pro-
viding torque to the engine thus prevent-
ing excessive driving wheel drive that, spe-
cially in poor grip conditions, can lead to
loss of stability.
fig. 90 F0G0267m
The performance of the sys-
tem, in terms of active safe-
ty should not induce the driver to take
pointless and unnecessary risks. The
style of driving must in any case al-
ways be adapted to the conditions of
the road surface, visibility an traffic.
Road safety is always the driver’s re-
sponsibility.
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IMPORTANT After eliminating the in-
convenience, to check the system com-
pletely, Fiat Dealerships are obliged to run
a bench test and, if necessary, road tests
which may also call for a long journey.
“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC
POWER STEERING
SYSTEM
(where provided)
Certain versions feature a new electrical-
ly controlled power steering system called
“Dualdrive” working only with ignition key
at MAR and engine running, that can be
customised by the driver according to the
driving conditions.
IMPORTANT When turning quickly the
ignition key, power steering full operation
is obtained after 1-2 seconds.
EOBD SYSTEM (petrol
versions)
The EOBD system (European On Board
Diagnosis) allows continuous diagnosis of
the components of the car correlated with
emissions. It also alerts the driver, by turn-
ing on the warning light
U
fig. 91 on the
instrument panel together with relevant
message on the reconfigurable multifunc-
tion display (where provided), when these
conditions are no longer in peak condi-
tions (see section “Warning lights and
messages”).
The objective is:
❒
to keep the system efficiency under
control;
❒
warn when a fault causes emissions lev-
els to increase;
❒
warn of the need to replace deterio-
rated components.
The system has a diagnostic connector
that can be interfaced with appropriate
tools, which makes it possible to read the
error codes stored in the control unit, to-
gether with a series of specific parameters
for engine operation and diagnosis.
This check can also be performed by traf-
fic controller agents.
fig. 91 F0G0161m
If turning the ignition key to
MAR, the warning light
U
does not turn on or if, while
travelling it turns on glowing
steadily or flashing (together with the
message on the reconfigurable multi-
function display (where provided), con-
tact Fiat Dealership as soon as possi-
ble. Warning light
U
operation can be
checked by means of special equip-
ment by traffic agents. Always comply
with the traffic regulations in force in
the country where you are travelling.
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FAILURE INDICATIONS fig. 94
Any failure is indicated by instrument pan-
el warning light
g
coming on together
with the message on the reconfigurable
multifunction display (where provided),
see section “Warning lights and mes-
sages”).
In the event of electric power steering sys-
tem failure, the car can be driven with me-
chanical steering.
IMPORTANT In some circumstances, fac-
tors independent from the electric pow-
er steering could cause the illumination of
the warning light
g
on the instrument
panel.
ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION
CITY FUNCTION fig. 92 and 93
To connect/disconnect the CITY function,
press button A.
Connection of this function is signalled by
CITY warning light coming on.
When the CITY function is on, the steer-
ing wheel effort is lighter and thus parking
operations are easier: therefore this func-
tion is particularly useful for driving in city
centres.
fig. 92 F0G0145m fig. 93 F0G0162m fig. 94 F0G0163m
It is absolutely forbidden to
carry out whatever after-
market operation involving steering
system or steering column modifica-
tions (e.g.: installation of anti-theft
device) that could badly affect per-
formance and safety, cause the lapse
of warranty and also result in non-
compliance of the car with homolo-
gation requirements.
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PARKING SENSORS
(where provided)
Parking sensors are located in the rear
bumper fig. 95 and their function is to in-
form the driver, through an intermittent
buzzer, about the presence of obstacles
behind the car.
ACTIVATION
The sensors are automatically activated
when the reverse gear is engaged.
The sound produced by the acoustic alarm
becomes louder when the distance be-
tween the car and the obstacle decreases.
BUZZER WARNINGS
When the reverse gear is engaged an in-
termittent acoustic signal is automatically
activated (short beep indicating that sen-
sors are active).
The acoustic signal:
❒
becomes louder as the reduction of dis-
tance between the car and the obsta-
cle decreases;
❒
becomes continuous when the distance
between the car and the obstacle is less
that 30 cm and stops if the distance rais-
es;
❒
is constant if the distance is unvaried.
Direction distances
Central action radius 120 cm
Side action radius 60 cm
If several obstacles are detected, the con-
trol unit indicates the nearest one.
We suggest to stop immediately the car,
turn off the engine for about 20 seconds
and then re-start the car. If the warning
light
g
stays on together with the mes-
sage on the reconfigurable multifunction
display (where provided), contact Fiat
Dealership.
IMPORTANT The steering may become
slightly stiff following parking manoeuvres
including a great deal of steering. This is
normal and caused by a system to prevent
motor overheating. No servicing is re-
quired. The electric power steering sys-
tem will return to normal operation the
next time the car is used.
fig. 95 F0G0692m
Always switch the engine off,
remove the key from the
starting device and actuate the steer-
ing lock before carrying out any main-
tenance operation, especially when
the wheels are raised from the
ground. In case this is not possible
(e.g. when the key must be in MAR
position or the engine running); re-
move the electric power steering
main fuse before carrying out any
maintenance operation.
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GENERAL WARNINGS
❒
When parking, take the utmost care to
obstacles that may be set above or un-
der the sensors.
❒
Objects set close to the car rear part,
under certain circumstances are not de-
tected and could therefore cause dam-
ages to the car.
❒
Indications sent by the sensors can be
altered by dirt, snow or ice deposited
on the sensors or by ultrasound sys-
tems (e.g.: truck pneumatic brakes or
pneumatic hammers) set nearby the
car.
FAILURE INDICATIONS
In the event of sensor failures, the driver
is warned when engaging reverse by a 3-
second beep.
OPERATION WITH TRAILER
Parking sensor operation is deactivated
automatically when the trailer electric ca-
ble plug is fitted into the car tow hook
socket.
Sensors are reactivated automatically
when removing the trailer cable plug.
For proper operation, the
parking sensors shall always
be clean from mud, dirt, snow
or ice. When cleaning the sen-
sors, take the utmost care to prevent
their damaging; do not use therefore
dry or rough clothes. Sensors shall be
washed with clean water and car de-
tergent, if required. In washing stations,
clean sensors quickly keeping the
vapour jet/high pressure washing noz-
zles at 10 cm at least from the sensors.
Parking manoeuvres howev-
er are always under the dri-
ver’s responsibility that shall always
check the absence of people (spe-
cially children) or animals in the ma-
noeuvre space. This system is just a
help for the driver but she/he shall
never reduce attention during dan-
gerous manoeuvres even if performed
at low speed.
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SOUND SYSTEM PRESETTING
(where provided)
In addition to what provided with the stan-
dard set-up, the car is also fitted with:
❒
two full range speakers, 165 mm diam-
eter, 40 W power each on front doors;
❒
two full range speakers, 130 mm diam-
eter, 35 W power each on rear doors;
❒
aerial power wire;
❒
front and rear speaker power wires;
❒
sound system power wires;
❒
aerial on the car roof.
SOUND SYSTEM
(where provided)
The complete system consists of the fol-
lowing:
❒
two full range speakers, 165 mm diam-
eter, 40 W power each on front doors;
❒
two full range speakers, 130 mm diam-
eter, 35 W power each on rear doors;
❒
aerial on car roof;
❒
radio with tape-recorder or sound sys-
tem with CD player or sound system
with MP3 CD player (for its operation
and characteristics see the “Sound sys-
tem” supplement attached to the pre-
sent Handbook).
With HiFi system (if required):
❒
two tweeters A-fig. 97 and two
woofers B, 40 W max power each on
front doors;
❒
two full range speakers, 40 W max
power each on rear doors;
❒
a subwoofer, 100 W power, under the
right seat;
❒
aerial on the roof;
❒
sound system with CD player or sound
system with MP3 CD player (for its op-
eration and characteristics see the
“Sound system” supplement attached
to the present Handbook).
If after buying the car, you
decide to install a sound sys-
tem, contact Fiat Dealership
whose qualified personnel will
help you choose a sound system that
does not damage the battery charge.
Excessive electrical absorption dam-
ages the battery and makes its war-
ranty no longer valid.
fig. 96 F0G0071m
SOUND SYSTEM
When the sound system has not been re-
quested the car is provided with two odd-
ment compartments on the instrument
panel.
STANDARD SOUND SYSTEM
fig. 96
The system consists of:
❒
sound system power wires;
❒
oddment compartment;
❒
front and rear speaker compartments.
Remove the door panel to fit the speak-
ers.
Have this operation carried out at a Fiat
Dealership.
The sound system is to be fitted in the
dedicated seat in the oddment compart-
ment which can be removed by pressing
the two retaining tabs A.
Here you can find power wires.
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INSTALLATION OF ELECTRIC/
ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Electric/electronic devices installed after
buying the vehicle or in aftermarket shall
bear the and marking:
Fiat Auto S.p.A. authorizes the installation
of transceivers provided that installation
is carried out at a specialized shop, work-
manlike performed and in compliance with
manufacturer's specifications.
IMPORTANT Installation of devices re-
sulting in modifications of vehicle charac-
teristics may cause driving license seizing
by traffic agents and also the lapse of the
warranty as concerns defects due to the
abovementioned modification or traceable
back to it directly or indirectly.
Fiat Auto S.p.A. declines all responsibility
for damages caused by the installation of
non-genuine accessories or not recom-
mended by Fiat Auto S.p.A. and installed
not in compliance with the specified re-
quirements.
RADIO TRANSMITTERS
AND CELLULAR TELEPHONES
Radio transceiver equipment (e.g.: HAM
radio systems and the like) shall not be
used inside the vehicle unless a separate
aerial is mounted on the roof.
IMPORTANT The use of similar devices
inside the passenger compartment (with-
out separated aerial) produces radio-fre-
quency electromagnetic fields which, am-
plified by the resonance effects inside the
passenger compartment, may cause elec-
trical systems equipping the vehicle to mal-
function. This could compromise safety in
addition to constituting a potential hazard
for the passengers.
In addition, transmission and reception of
these devices may be affected by the
shielding effect of the vehicle body.
As concerns EC-approved mobile phones
(GSM, GPRS, UMTS), strictly comply with
the instructions for use provided by the
mobile phone’s manufacturer.
ACCESSORIES PURCHASED
BY THE OWNER
If after buying the car, you decide to install
electrical accessories that require a per-
manent electric supply (alarm, satellite an-
titheft system, etc.) or accessories that in
any case burden the electric supply, con-
tact Fiat Dealership, whose qualified per-
sonnel, besides suggesting the most suit-
able devices belonging to Lineaccessori Fi-
at, will also evaluate the overall electric ab-
sorption, checking whether the car’s elec-
tric system is able to withstand the load
required, or whether it needs to be inte-
grated with a more powerful battery.
fig. 97 F0G0073m
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DIESEL ENGINES
Operation at low temperatures
If the outside temperature is very low, the
diesel thickens due to the formation of
paraffin and could cause the malfunction-
ing of the fuel system.
In order to avoid these problems, differ-
ent types of diesel are distributed ac-
cording to the season: summer type, win-
ter type and arctic type (cold, mountain
areas). If refuelling with diesel fuel not suit-
able for the current temperature, mix
diesel fuel with TUTELA DIESEL ART ad-
ditive in the proportions stated on the can,
putting first the antifreeze in the tank and
then the diesel fuel.
If driving or parking the vehicle for a long
period in cold areas/mountains, refuel with
the diesel fuel available at local filling sta-
tions.
In this situation you are also recom-
mended to have in the tank an amount of
fuel 50% higher than usable capacity.
AT THE FILLING
STATION
PETROL ENGINES
Use only unleaded petrol.
To prevent errors, the diameter of the fu-
el tank filler is too small to introduce a lead
petrol pump filler.
Use petrol with a rated octane number
(R.O.N.) not lower than 95.
IMPORTANT An inefficient catalyst leads
to harmful exhaust emissions, thus con-
tributing to air pollution.
IMPORTANT Never use leaded petrol,
even in small amount or in an emergency,
as this would damage the catalyst beyond
repair.
fig. 98 F0G0041m
The car must only be filled
with diesel fuel for motor ve-
hicles, in compliance with Eu-
ropean Standard EN590. The
use of other products or mixtures may
irreparably damage the engine with in-
validation of the warranty due to the
damage caused. In the event of acci-
dentally filling with another type of fu-
el, do not start the engine and empty
the tank. If the engine has been run
even for only a very short time, in ad-
dition to the tank, it is also necessary
to drain out the whole fuel circuit.
REFUELLING
To guarantee full tank filling, carry out two
refuelling operations after the first click of
the fuel delivery gun. Avoid further top-
ping up operations that could cause dam-
ages to the fuel system.
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PROTECTING THE
ENVIRONMENT
The devices for curtailing petrol engine
emissions are the following:
❒
three-way catalytic converter;
❒
Lambda sensor;
❒
fuel evaporation system.
In addition, do not let the engine run, even
for a test, with one or more spark plugs
disconnected.
The devices for curtailing diesel fuel en-
gine emissions are the following:
❒
oxidising catalytic converter;
❒
exhaust gas recirculation system
(E.G.R.);
❒
diesel particulate filter (DPF).
FUEL FILLER CAP fig. 98 and 99
The fuel filler cap Bis fitted with an anti-
loss device Cwhich fastens it to the flap
Aso it cannot be mislaid.
To slacken the cap Bfirst open the flap A.
The sealing of the tank may cause light
pressurising in the tank. A little breathing
off, while slackening the cap is absolutely
normal.
When refuelling, position the cap on the
device inside the flap as shown in the fig-
ure.
fig. 99 F0G0042m
Do not put naked flames or
lighted cigarettes near the fu-
el filler hole as there is a dan-
ger of fire. Do not bend too
close to the hole either so as not to
breathe in harmful vapours.
During normal service the
catalyst reaches high tem-
peratures. Do not therefore park the
car over inflammable materials (grass,
dry leaves, pine needles, etc.): fire
hazard.
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DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER
(DPF) (for 1.3 Multijet versions
75 HP)
The Diesel Particulate Filter is a mechan-
ical filter, integral with the exhaust system,
that physically traps particulates present
in the exhaust gases of Diesel engines.
The diesel particular filter has been adopt-
ed to eliminate almost totally particulates
in compliance with current / future law
regulations.
During normal use of the vehicle, the en-
gine control unit records a set of data (e.g.:
travel time, type of route, temperatures,
etc.) and it will then calculate how much
particulates has been trapped by the filter.
Since this filter physically traps particulates,
it shall be cleaned (reclaimed) at regular
intervals by burning carbon particles.
Reclaiming procedure is controlled auto-
matically by the engine control unit ac-
cording to the filter conditions and the
conditions of use of the vehicle.
During reclaiming the following phenom-
ena could take place: idling slight increase,
fan activation, slight smoke increase, high
exhaust temperatures. These situations
shall not be considered as faults and they
do not affect vehicle performance and en-
vironment.
If the dedicated message is displayed, re-
fer to paragraph “Warning lights and mes-
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SEAT BELTS ........................................................................... 82
PRETENSIONERS.................................................................. 84
CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY...................................... 87
PRESETTING FOR MOUNTING THE
“ISOFIX TYPE” CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM .............. 91
FRONT AIR BAGS................................................................ 93
SIDE AIR BAGS (Side bag - Window bag) ...................... 96
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When the car is parked on a steep slope
the reel mechanism may block; this is nor-
mal. The reel mechanism prevents the
webbing coming out when it is jerked or
if the car brakes sharply, in a collision or
when cornering at high speeds.
The rear seat is fitted with inertial seat
belts with three anchor points and reel.
As an optional, (only for homologated 5-
seat cars) also the centre seat can be fit-
ted with three anchor points and reel or
with lap belt with two anchor points for
versions/markets where applicable.
IMPORTANT Remember that in the
event of a violent collision, back seat pas-
sengers not wearing seat belts also rep-
resent a serious danger for front seat pas-
sengers.
SEAT BELT HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT (where provided)
Four different adjustments in height are
provided.
To adjust, press button A-fig. 2 and low-
er or raise the grip B.
Always adjust the height of the seat belt
to fit the person wearing it: this precau-
tion could greatly reduce the risk of injury
in case of collision.
Correct adjustment is obtained when the
belt passes half way between the end of
the shoulder and the neck.
See texts and figures given in paragraph
“General instructions for using the seat
belts” in this section.
SEAT BELTS
USING THE SEAT BELTS fig. 1
The belt should be worn keeping the chest
straight and rested against the seat back.
To fasten the seat belts, take hold the
tongue Aand insert it into the buckle B,
until hearing the locking click. At removal,
if it jams, let it rewind for a short stretch,
then pull it out again without jerking.
To unfasten the seat belts, press button
C. Guide the seat belt with your hand
while it is rewinding, to prevent it from
twisting. Through the reel, the belt auto-
matically adapts to the body of the pas-
senger wearing it, allowing freedom of
movement.
fig. 1 F0G0053m fig. 2 F0G0054m
Never press button C when
travelling.
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For certain versions, the front seat belts
have just one fixed anchoring point C-
fig. 3 on the door post.
USING THE CENTRAL SEAT
BELT
Static lap belt with 2 anchor points
(for versions/markets where
applicable) fig. 4
To fasten the seat belt: fit the tongue A
into the buckle Buntil hearing the locking
click.
To unfasten the seat belt: press button C.
To adjust the belt: run the tape in the
buckle D, pulling the end E) to tighten and
section Fto loosen.
fig. 3 F0G0195m fig. 4 F0G0224m
Make height adjustment
when the car is stationary.
WARNING
After adjustment, always
check that the slider is an-
chored in one of the positions pro-
vided. To do this, with the button A
released, exert a further pressure to
allow the anchor device to catch if re-
lease did not take place at one of the
preset positions.
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Boot extension: unfasten the belt through
button Mand guide the belt to prevent
it from twisting; overlap tongues Iand G,
on the catch Hin the reel compartment.
IMPORTANT After repositioning the
seats, restore proper seat belts conditions
for prompt use.
PRETENSIONERS
To increase the efficiency of the front and
rear (where provided) seat belts, the Fiat
Panda is fitted with pretensioners. These
devices “feel”, through a sensor, that a vi-
olent crash is in progress and rewind the
seat belts a few centimetres. In this way
they ensure that the seat belt adheres per-
fectly to the wearer before the restrain-
ing action begins.
The seat belt locks to indicate that the de-
vice has intervened; the seat belt cannot
be drawn back up even when guiding it
manually.
IMPORTANT To obtain the highest de-
gree of protection from the action of the
pretensioning device, wear the seat belt
keeping it firmly close to the chest and
pelvis.
A small amount of smoke may be pro-
duced. This smoke is in no way toxic and
presents no fire hazard.
The pretensioner does not require any
maintenance or greasing. Anything that
modifies its original conditions invalidates
its efficiency. If due to unusual natural
events (floods, sea storms, etc.) the device
has been affected by water and mud, it
must necessarily be replaced.
Seat belt with three anchor points
(for versions/markets where
applicable) fig. 5
The seat belt has two webbings and a dou-
ble buckle.
To use the seat belts, take the tongues out
of the reel compartment and pull the belt,
guide the belt to prevent it from twisting
then secure tongue Ginto buckle Lfitted
with the black button M.
To fasten the belt, run the belt and secure
tongue Iinto the corresponding buckle N.
To fasten the belt: press button Oand guide
the belt to prevent it from twisting.
fig. 5 F0G0241m
Remember that in the case
of a violent collision, back
seat passengers not wearing seat belts
also represent a serious danger to the
passengers in the front.
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LOAD LIMITERS
To increase passenger’s safety, the front
and rear (where provided) seat belt reels
contain a load limiter which allows con-
trolled sag in such a way as to dose the
force acting on the shoulders during the
belt restraining action in case of front
crash.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR
USING THE SEAT BELTS
The driver must comply with (and have
the car occupants follow) all the local law
regulations concerning the use of seat
belts. Always fasten the seat belts before
starting.
Seat belts are also to be worn by expec-
tant mothers: the risk of injury in the case
of accident is greatly reduced for them and
the unborn child if they are wearing a seat
belt. Of course they must position the
lower part of the belt very low down so
that it passes under the abdomen (as il-
lustrated in fig. 6).
fig. 6 F0G0046m
The pretensioner can only
be used once. After a colli-
sion that has triggered it, have it re-
placed at a Fiat Dealership. Preten-
sioner validity is written on the label
set on the door contour sheet metal.
Pretensioners should be replaced at
Fiat Dealership as this date ap-
proaches.
WARNING
Operations which lead to
knocks, vibrations or localised
heating (over 100°C for a
maximum of 6 hours) in the
area around the pretensioners may
cause damage or trigger them. These
devices are not affected by vibrations
caused by irregularities of the road sur-
face or low obstacles such as kerbs, etc.
Contact a Fiat Dealership for any as-
sistance.
For maximum safety, keep
the back of your seat up-
right, lean back into it and make sure
the seat belt fits closely across your
chest and hips. Make sure that the
seat belts of the front and rear pas-
sengers are fastened at all times! You
increase the risk of serious injury or
death in a collision if you travel with
the belts unfastened.
WARNING
Under no circumstances
should the components of
the seat belts and pretensioners be
tampered with or removed. Any op-
eration should be carried out by qual-
ified and authorised personnel. Al-
ways contact a Fiat Dealership.
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IMPORTANT Each belt shall be used by
one person only: never travel with a child
sitting on the passenger’s lap with a sin-
gle belt to protect them both fig. 8. Do
not fasten other objects to the body.
HOW TO KEEP THE SEAT
BELTS ALWAYS IN EFFICIENT
CONDITIONS
Observe the following:
❒
always use the belt with the tap taut and
never twisted; make sure that it is free
to run without impediments;
❒
after a serious accident, replace the belt
being worn at that time, even if it does
not appear damaged. Always replace
the seat belt if pretensioners have been
activated;
❒
to clean the belts, wash by hand with
neutral soap, rinse and leave to dry in
the shade. Never use strong deter-
gents, bleach or dyes or other chemi-
cal substance that might weaken the fi-
bres;
❒
prevent the reels from getting wet:
their correct operation is only guaran-
teed if water does not get inside;
❒
replace the seat belt when showing sig-
nificant wear or cut signs.
IMPORTANT The belt should not be
twisted. The upper part should pass over
the shoulder and cross the chest diago-
nally. The lower part should adhere to the
pelvis (as illustrated in fig. 7) and not to
the abdomen of the passenger. Do not use
any objects (pegs, stoppers, etc.) to keep
the belts away from the body.
fig. 7 F0G0044m fig. 8 F0G0045m
If the belt has been subject-
ed to heavy stress, for ex-
ample after and accident, it should be
changed completely together with
the anchors, anchor fastening screws
and the pretensioners. In fact, even if
the belt has no visible defects, it could
have lost its resilience.
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All restraint devices must bear the certi-
fication data, together with the control
brand, on a solidly fixed label which must
absolutely never be removed.
Over 1.50 m in height, from the point of
view of restraint systems, children are
considered as adults and wear the seat
belts normally.
Lineaccessori Fiat offers seats for each
weight group, which are the recommend-
ed choice, as they have been designed and
experimented specifically for Fiat cars.
CARRYING CHILDREN
SAFELY
For optimal protection in the event of a
crash, all passengers must be seated and
wearing adequate restraint systems.
This is even more important for children.
This prescription is compulsory in all EC
countries according to EC Directive
2003/20/EC.
Compared with adults, their head is pro-
portionally larger and heavier than the rest
of the body, while the muscles and bone
structure are not completely developed.
Therefore, correct restraint systems are
necessary, other then adult seat belts.
The results of research on the best child
restraint systems are contained in the Eu-
ropean Standard ECE- R44. This Standard
enforces the use of restraint systems clas-
sified in five groups:
Group 0 0-10 kg in weight
Group 0+ 0-13 kg in weight
Group 1 9-18 kg in weight
Group 2 15-25 kg in weight
Group 3 weight 22 - 36 kg
SERIOUS DANGER: Never
place cradle child’s seats on
the front passenger seat of
cars fitted with passenger’s
air bag. The air bag activa-
tion could cause serious in-
juries, even mortal. You are advised
to carry children always on the rear
seats, as this is the most protected po-
sition in the case of a crash. In any
case, children’s seats must absolutely
not be fitted on the front seat of cars
with passenger’s air bag, which dur-
ing inflation could cause serious in-
jury, even mortal, regardless of the se-
riousness of the crash that triggered
it. Children may be placed on the
front seat of cars fitted with passen-
ger’s air bag deactivation. In this case,
it is absolutely necessary to check the
warning light
F
on the cluster to
make sure that deactivation has ac-
tually taken place (see paragraph
“Passenger’s front air bag” at item
“Front air bags”). The front passen-
ger’s seat shall be adjusted in the
most backward position to prevent
any contact between child’s seat and
dashboard.
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GROUP 2
Starting from 15 to 25 kg in weight, chil-
dren may be restrained directly by the car
belts fig 11.
The only function of the seat is to position
the child correctly in relation to the belts,
so that the diagonal part adheres to the
chest and not to the neck and that the
horizontal part clings to the child’s pelvis
and not the abdomen.
fig. 11 F0G0049m
GROUP 1
Starting from 9 to 18 kg in weight, children
may be carried facing forwards, with seats
fitted with front cushion, through which
the car seat belt restrains both child and
seat fig. 10.
GROUP 0 and 0+
Babies up to 13 kg must be carried facing
backwards on a cradle seat which, sup-
porting the head, does not induce stress
on the neck in the event of sharp decel-
eration.
The cradle is restrained by the car seat
belts, as shown in fig. 9 and in turn it must
restrain the child with its own belts.
fig. 9 F0G0047m fig. 10 F0G0048m
The figure is only an example for mounting. Attain to the instructions
for fastening which must be enclosed with the specific child restrain-
ing system you are using.
WARNING
Seats exist which are suitable for covering weight groups 0 and 1 with a
rear connection to the car belts and their own belts to restrain the child.
Due to their size, they can be dangerous if installed incorrectly fastened to the car
belts with a cushion. Carefully follow the instructions for installation provided with
the seat.
WARNING
The figure is only an exam-
ple for mounting. Attain to
the instructions for fastening which
must be enclosed with the specific
child restraining system you are using.
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Group 3
For children from 22 kg up to 36 kg the
size of the child’s chest no longer requires
a support to space the child’s back from
the seat back.
Fig. 12 shows proper child seat posi-
tioning on the rear seat.
Children taller than 1.50 m can wear seat
belts like adults.
fig. 12 F0G0050m
The figure is only an exam-
ple for mounting. Attain to
the instructions for fastening which
must be enclosed with the specific
child restraining system you are using.
WARNING
PASSENGER’S SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS
ON CHILD’S SEAT USE
Fiat Panda complies with the new EC Directive 2000/3 regulating child’s seat assembling
on the different car seats according to the following table:
Range Front Rear Central
Group of weight seat seat seat
Group 0, 0+ up to 13 kg U U *
Group 1 9-18 kg U U *
Group 2 15-25 kg U U *
Group 3 22-36 kg U U *
Key:
U = suitable for child restraint systems of the “Universal” category, according to Eu-
ropean Standard ECE-R44 for the specified “Group”.
(*) No child’s seat can be installed on the rear seat with lap belt (without reel).
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❒
Only one child is to be strapped to each
retaining system.
❒
Always check the seat belts do not fit
around the child’s throat.
❒
While travelling, do not let the child sit
incorrectly or release the belts.
❒
Passengers should never carry children
on their laps. No-one, however strong
they are, can hold a child in the event
of a crash.
❒
In case if an accident, replace the seat
with a new one.
Below is a summary of the rules of safety
to be followed for carrying children:
❒
The recommended position for in-
stalling children’s seat is on the rear
seat, as it is the most protected in the
case of a crash.
❒
If the passenger’s air bag is deactivated
always check the instrument panel
warning light
F(amber) to make
sure that it has actually been deacti-
vated.
❒
Attain to the instructions for fastening
the specific child restraint system which
you are using. These instructions must
be provided by the manufacturer. Keep
the child restraint system installation in-
structions with the car documents and
this Handbook. Never use a child re-
straint system without installation in-
structions.
❒
Always check the seat belt is well fas-
tened by pulling the webbing.
In cars fitted with passenger
air bag never place child’s re-
straint systems on the front seat since
children shall never be seated on the
front passenger seat.
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It is possible to mount both the traditional
restraint system and the Isofix type one,
one on the left and the other on the right,
for example.
Since sizes are different, it is possible to
install max. two Isofix type seats on the
rear seats using the proper fastening de-
vices or three traditional child’s seats se-
cured by the seat belts. Only traditional
child’s seats can be installed on front seats.
Use only Isofix type child’s seats that have
been designed, experimented and ap-
proved expressly for this car.
Mount the child restraint
system only with the car sta-
tionary. The child restraint system is
properly anchored to the mounting
brackets when clicks are heard. In any
case, keep to the installation instruc-
tions that must be provided by the
child restraint system Manufacturer.
WARNING
PRESETTING
FOR MOUNTING THE
“ISOFIX TYPE” CHILD
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
(where provided)
Fiat Panda is created preset for mounting
the Isofix type child restraint system, a
new European standardised child restraint
system. Isofix type is an additional option
that does not prevent from using tradi-
tional child restraint systems. Isofix type
child restraint system covers three groups:
0, 0+ and 1.
Due to its different anchoring system, the
child’s seat shall be anchored using the
proper metal brackets set between rear
seat back and cushion or in the rear seat
cover, identified by slots A-fig. 13.
fig. 13 F0G0055m
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FITTING THE ISOFIX TYPE
SEAT
0 and 0+ group
For children of this weight group (babies
up to 13 kg), the child’s seat is facing back-
wards and the child restrained by the
child’s seat belts D-fig. 14.
As the child grows, passing to weight
group 1, remove the child’s seat from the
base and refit it facing forwards.
For proper mounting proceed as follows:
❒
check whether the release lever Bis at
rest position (inward);
❒
find the presetting brackets A, then po-
sition the child restraint system with
the fastening devices Caligned with the
brackets;
❒
push the child restraint system until
hearing locking clicks;
❒
check proper locking by moving the
child’s seat with force: the built-in safe-
ty mechanism actually inhibits improp-
er coupling with only one coupling
locked.
fig. 14 F0GXXXXm
GROUP 1
For proper mounting proceed as follows:
❒
check whether the release lever B-
fig. 15 is at rest position (inward);
❒
find the presetting brackets A, then po-
sition the child restraint system with
the fastening devices Caligned with the
brackets;
fig. 15 F0G0052m
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❒
push the child restraint system until
hearing locking clicks;
❒
check proper locking by moving the
child’s seat with force: the built-in safe-
ty mechanism actually inhibits improp-
er coupling with only one coupling
locked.
With this configuration, the child is se-
cured also by the car seat belts and by the
upper belts. To apply car seat belts to
child’s seat refer to the child’s seat hand-
book.
AIR BAGS
The car is fitted with front air bags (for
versions/markets where applicable) for the
driver and the passenger and front side
bags (side bag - window bag).
FRONT AIR BAGS
The front air bag (driver and passenger)
has been designed to protect the occu-
pants in the event of head-on crashes of
medium-high severity, by placing the cush-
ion between the occupant and the steer-
ing wheel or dashboard.
Front air bags are designed to protect
car’s occupants in front crashes and there-
fore non-activation in other types of col-
lisions (side collisions, rear shunts, roll-
overs, etc.) is not a system malfunction.
In case of front crash, an electronic con-
trol unit, when required, triggers the in-
flation of the cushion according to the
severity of the collision.
The cushion immediately inflates, placing
itself as a protection between the body
of the front occupants and the structure
that could cause injuries. Immediately af-
ter, the cushion deflates.
The front air bag (driver and passenger) is
not a replacement of but complementary
to the use of belts, which should always
be worn, as specified by law in Europe and
most non-European countries.
In case of crash, a person not wearing the
seat belt moves forward and may come in-
to contact with the cushion while it is still
inflating. Under this circumstance the pro-
tection offered by the air bag is reduced.
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The driver’s and passenger’s front Air bags
have been designed and calibrated to im-
prove the protection of a person wear-
ing seat belts.
At their maximum inflation, their volume
fills most of the space between the dash-
board and the passenger.
In minor side crashes (for which the re-
straining action of the seat belts is suffi-
cient), the air bags are not deployed. Al-
so in this case it is of vital importance to
wear the seat belts since in case of side
crash they guarantee proper positioning
of the occupant.
DRIVER’S FRONT AIR BAG fig. 16
It consists of an instant-inflating cushion
contained in a special recess in the cen-
tre of the steering wheel.
Front air bag may not be activated in the
following situations:
❒
in collisions against highly deformable
objects not affecting the car front sur-
face (e.g. bumper collision against guard
rail);
❒
car wedging under other vehicles or
protective barriers (for example under
a truck or guard rail);
as it offers no additional protection com-
pared with the seat belts, consequently,
it would be pointless. Therefore, failure to
come into action in the above circum-
stances does not mean that the system is
not working properly.
fig. 16
C
H
FE
F0G0693m
Do not apply stickers or oth-
er objects to the steering
wheel or to the air bag cover on the
passenger’s side or on the side roof
lining. Never put objects (e.g. mobile
phones) on the dashboard on pas-
senger side since they could interfere
with proper passenger air bag infla-
tion and also cause serious injury.
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MANUALLY DEACTIVATING
THE PASSENGER’S FRONT
AIR BAG
Should it be absolutely necessary to car-
ry a child on the front seat, the passenger’s
air bag on the car can be deactivated.
Deactivation/reactivation takes place with
ignition key at STOP and operating it in
the special key switch in the glovebox.
The key can be fitted and extracted in
both positions.
IMPORTANT Operate the switch only
when the engine is not running and the ig-
nition key is removed.
PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAG
fig. 17
It consists of an instant-inflating cushion
contained in a special recess in the dash-
board; its volume is bigger than the dri-
ver’s one.
fig. 17 F0G0057m
SERIOUS DANGER: Never
place cradle child’s seats on
the front passenger seat of
cars fitted with passenger
air bag. Air bag activation
could cause serious injuries,
even mortal. In the case of need, al-
ways deactivate the passenger’s air
bag when a child’s seat is placed on
the front seat. The front passenger’s
seat shall be adjusted in the most
backward position to prevent any
contact between child’s seat and
dashboard. Even if not compulsory by
law, you are recommended to reacti-
vate the air bag immediately as soon
as child transport is no longer neces-
sary.
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SIDE AIR BAGS
(Side bag - Window
bag)
SIDE BAG fig. 19
It consists of an instant inflation cushion
housed in the back rest of the front seat
and has the task to increase protection
of the occupants’ chest in the event of a
side crash of medium-high severity.
The key-operated switch has two posi-
tions fig. 18:
❒passenger’s front air bag activated (ON
position P): warning light Fon in-
strument cluster off; it is absolutely pro-
hibited to carry a child on the front
seat.
❒passenger’s front air bag deactivated
(OFF position F): warning light F
on instrument cluster on; it is possible
to carry a child protected by special re-
straint system on the front seat.
The warning light Fon the cluster stays
on permanently until the passenger’s air
bag is reactivated.
Deactivation of the passenger’s front air
bag does not inhibit operation of the side
air bag.
fig. 19 F0G0058m
fig. 18 F0G0170m
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If you are having the car scrapped, have
the air bag system deactivated at a Fiat
Dealership first. If the car changes own-
ership, the new owner must be informed
of the method of use of air bags and the
above warnings and also be given this
“Owner Handbook”.
IMPORTANT The triggering of preten-
sioners, front air bags and side bags is de-
cided in a differentiated manner by the
electronic control unit, depending on the
type of crash. The failure to deploy one or
more of them does not mean that the sys-
tem is not working properly.
IMPORTANT When the airbag inflates it
emits a small amount of dusts. These dusts
are harmless and is not the beginning of
a fire; then the unfold cushion surface and
the car interiors can be covered by a dusty
remains: this dust can irritate skin and
eyes. In case of contact, wash yourself us-
ing neutral soap and water. Expiration
dates of pyrotechnic charge and coil con-
tact are indicated on the label inside the
glovebox. As these dates approach, con-
tact Fiat Dealership to have them re-
placed.
IMPORTANT Should an accident occur in
which any of the safety devices is activat-
ed, take the car to a Fiat Dealership to
have the devices activated replaced and to
have the system checked.
All control, repair and replacement op-
erations concerning the Air bags must on-
ly be carried out c/o Fiat Dealership.
Never rest head, arms and
elbows on the door, on the
windows and in the windowbag area
to prevent possible injuries during in-
flation phase.
WARNING
Never put head, arms and el-
bows out of window.
WARNING
WINDOW BAG fig. 20
They are “curtain” cushions located be-
hind the side coverings of the roof and
covered by proper finishings, studied for
the head protection to offer the best pro-
tection to the front and rear occupants
in the event of side crash, thanks to the
wide cushion inflation surface.
IMPORTANT In the event of side crash,
you can obtain the best protection by the
system keeping a correct position on the
seat, allowing thus a correct window bag
unfolding.
IMPORTANT The front air bags and/or
side bags may be deployed if the car is sub-
ject to heavy knocks or accidents involv-
ing the underbody area, such as for ex-
ample violent shocks, against steps, kerbs
or low obstacles, falling of the car in big
holes or sags in the road.
fig. 20 F0G0059m
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GENERAL WARNINGS
If when turning the key to
MAR the warning light ¬
does not turn on or if it stays on when
travelling there could be a failure in
safety systems; in this event air bags
or pretensioners could not trigger in
case of impact or, in a minor num-
ber of cases, they could trigger acci-
dentally. Contact Fiat Dealership im-
mediately to have the system
checked.
WARNING
Do not cover the backrest of
front seats with trims or cov-
ers that are not suitable to be used
with side bags.
WARNING
Never travel with objects on
your lap, in front of your
chest or with a pipe, pencil, etc. be-
tween your lips; injury may result in
the event of the air bag being trig-
gered.
WARNING
Always keep your hands on
the steering wheel rim when
driving, so that if the air bag is trig-
gered, it can inflate without meeting
any obstacles which could cause seri-
ous harm to you. Do not drive with
the body bent forwards, keep the seat
back rest in the erect position and
lean your back well against it.
WARNING
Remember that with the key
engaged and at MAR, even if
the engine is not running, the air bags
may be triggered on a stationary car
if it is bumped by another moving car.
Therefore, never seat children on the
front seat even when the car is sta-
tionary. On the other hand remem-
ber that if the key is at STOP, no safe-
ty system (air bags or pretensioners)
is triggered in the event of an impact;
in this case, failure to come into ac-
tion cannot be considered as a sign
that the system is not working prop-
erly.
WARNING
If the car has been stolen or
an attempt to steal it has
been made, if it has been subjected to
vandals or floods, have the air bag
system checked by Fiat Dealership.
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Do not wash the seat back
rest with pressurised water
or steam (by hand or at automatic
seat washing stations).
WARNING
The front air bag is triggered
for shocks greater in magni-
tude that the pretensioners. For im-
pacts between these two thresholds,
it is therefore normal that only the
pretensioners are triggered.
WARNING
Do not hook rigid objects to
the coat hooks and to the
support handles.
WARNING
The air bag does not substi-
tute the seat belts, but only
increases their effectiveness. More-
over, since the front air bags do not
come into operation in the event of
front impact at low speed, side colli-
sions, bumps from behind or over-
turning, in these circumstances the
occupants would only be protected
by the seat belts which must therefore
always be fastened.
WARNING
When the ignition key is
turned to the MAR position,
the warning light F(with passen-
ger’s front air bag deactivation switch
in the ON position) turns on and
flashes for few seconds to remind that
the passenger’s air bag will be de-
ployed in a crash, after which it
should go off.
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STARTING THE ENGINE ................................................. 102
PARKING................................................................................ 104
USING THE MANUAL GEARBOX .................................. 105
CONTAINING RUNNING COSTS................................. 106
TOWING TRAILERS............................................................ 107
SNOW TYRES ....................................................................... 111
SNOW CHAINS ................................................................... 111
CAR INACTIVITY................................................................. 112
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STARTING PROCEDURE
FOR PETROL VERSIONS
Proceed as follows:
❒
ensure that the handbrake is up;
❒
put the gear lever in neutral;
❒
press the clutch pedal down to the
floor without touching the accelerator;
❒
turn the ignition key to AVV and let
it go the moment the engine starts.
If the engine does not start at the first at-
tempt, return the ignition key to STOP
before repeating starting.
If, when the ignition key is at MAR, warn-
ing light
Y
remains lit together with
warning light
U
turn the key to STOP
STOP and then back to MAR; if the warn-
ing light remains on, try with the other
keys provided with the car.
If you are still unable to start the engine,
perform the emergency start-up proce-
dure (see “Emergency start-up” in “In an
emergency” chapter) and contact Fiat
Dealership.
STARTING
THE ENGINE
The car is fitted with an electronic engine
lock device: if the engine fails to start, see
the paragraph “The Fiat CODE system” in
section “Dashboard and controls”.
The engine may be noisier than usual dur-
ing the first seconds of operation, espe-
cially after it has not been used for a while.
This characteristic feature of the hydraulic
tappet system does not compromise func-
tionality or reliability: the system devised
for the Fiat Panda was designed to limit
maintenance interventions.
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We recommend that during
the initial period you do not
drive to full car performance
(e.g.: excessive acceleration,
long journeys at top speed, sharp brak-
ing, etc.).
When the engine is switched
off never leave the ignition
key in the MAR position to
prevent pointless current ab-
sorption from draining the battery.
Running the engine in con-
fined areas is extremely dan-
gerous. The engine consumes oxygen
and produces carbon monoxide
which is a highly toxic and lethal gas.
WARNING
Remember that the servo-
brake and power steering
are not operational until the engine
has been started, therefore much ef-
fort than usual is required on the
brake pedal and steering wheel.
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If the engine does not start at the first at-
tempt, return the ignition key to STOP
before repeating starting.
If, when the ignition key is at MAR, warn-
ing light
Y
remains lit, turn the key to
STOP and then back to MAR; if the
warning light remains on, try with the oth-
er keys provided with the car.
If you still cannot start the engine, contact
Fiat Dealership.
HOW TO WARM UP THE
ENGINE AFTER IT HAS JUST
STARTED
Proceed as follows:
❒
Drive off slowly, letting the engine turn
at medium revs. Do not accelerate
abruptly;
❒
Do not drive at full performance for the
initial kilometres. Wait until the coolant
temperature gauge starts moving.
EMERGENCY START-UP
If the instrument panel warning light
Y
stays on with fixed light, the emergency
start-up can be performed by using the
CODE card code (see section “In an
emergency”).
STARTING PROCEDURE
FOR DIESEL VERSIONS
Proceed as follows:
❒
Ensure that the handbrake is up;
❒
Put the gear lever into neutral;
❒
Turn the ignition key to MAR: the
warning lights
m
and
Y
on the in-
strument panel will turn on;
❒
Wait for the warning lights
Y
and
m
to turn off. The hotter the engine
is, the quicker this will happen;
❒
Press the clutch pedal down to the
floor without touching the accelerator;
❒
Turn the ignition key to AVV as soon
as warning light
m
goes out. If you
wait too long you will lose the benefit
of the work done by the glow plugs.
Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
IMPORTANT With cold engine, the ac-
celerator pedal shall be completely re-
leased while turning the ignition key to
AVV.
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The warning light
m
will
flash for 60 seconds at start-
up or during prolonged crank-
ing to indicate a fault in the
glow plug heating system. You can use
the car as usual if the engine starts but
you should contact Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
Never bump start the engine
by pushing, towing or coast-
ing downhill. These opera-
tions could cause fuel to flow
into the catalytic exhaust system and
damage it beyond repair.
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PARKING
Proceed as follows:
❒
Stop the engine and engage the hand-
brake;
❒
engage a gear (1st if the car is faced up-
hill or reverse if it is faced downhill) and
leave the wheels steered.
Block the wheels with a wedge or a stone
if the car is parked on a steep slope.
Do not leave the ignition key at MAR to
prevent draining the battery, always re-
move the ignition key when leaving the
car.
Never leave children unattended in the
car. Always remove the ignition key when
leaving the car and take it out with you.
HANDBRAKE fig. 1
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, con-
tact Fiat Dealership to have the handbrake
adjusted.
When the handbrake lever is pulled up
and the ignition key is at MAR, the in-
strument panel warning light xwill turn
on.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Turn the ignition to STOP while the en-
gine is idling.
IMPORTANT After taxing drive, you
should allow the engine to “catch its
breath” before turning it off by letting it
idle to allow the temperature in the en-
gine compartment to fall.
fig. 1 F0G0037m
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A quick burst on the acceler-
ator before turning off the en-
gine serves absolutely no
practical purpose, it wastes
fuel and is damaging especially to tur-
bocharged engines.
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USING THE MANUAL
GEARBOX
To engage the gears, press the clutch ped-
al fully and shift the gear lever into one of
the required positions (the diagram is
shown on the knob fig. 2).
IMPORTANT The car can only be put in-
to reverse gear when it has stopped mov-
ing completely. With the engine running,
before engaging the reverse, wait at least
2 seconds with the clutch pedal fully down
to prevent damage and grating of the
gears.
To engage reverse Rfrom neutral, lift the
sliding ring Aunder the knob and shift the
lever to the right and back.
To release the handbrake:
❒slightly lift the handbrake and press re-
lease button A;
❒keep button Apressed and lower the
lever. Warning light xwill turn off.
Press the brake pedal when carrying out
this operation to prevent the car from
moving accidentally.
fig. 2 F0G0060m
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To change gears properly
you must push the clutch
pedal fully down. It is therefore es-
sential that there is nothing under the
pedals: make sure the mats are lying
flat and do not get in the way of the
pedals.
WARNING
Do not drive with your hand
resting on the gear lever as
the force exerted, even if
slight, could lead over time to
premature wear on the gearbox inter-
nal components.
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Accessories installed on
longitudinal bars
Remove accessories like: roof racks, ski
racks, luggage container, etc. from the roof
as soon as they are no longer used. These
accessories lower air penetration and ad-
versely affect consumption levels. When
needing to carry particularly voluminous
objects, preferably use a trailer.
Electric devices
Use electric devices only for the amount
of time needed. Rear heated window, ad-
ditional headlights, windscreen wipers and
heater fan need a considerable amount of
energy, therefore increasing the require-
ment of current increases fuel consump-
tion (up to +25% in the urban cycle).
Climate control
The air conditioner is an additional load
which greatly affects the engine leading to
higher consumption (on average up to
+20%). When the temperature outside
the car permits it, use the air vents where
possible.
Spoilers
The use of non-certified aerodynamic
items may adversely affect air drag and
consumption levels.
DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm the engine with the car at
a standstill or at idle or high speed: under
these conditions the engine warms up
much more slowly, increasing electrical
consumption and emissions. It is therefore
advisable to move off immediately, slow-
ly, avoiding high speeds: this way the en-
gine will warm faster.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid accelerating when waiting at traffic
lights or before switching off the engine.
This and also double declutching is ab-
solutely pointless on modern cars and al-
so increases consumption and pollution.
Gear selection
As soon as the conditions of the traffic and
road allow, use a higher gear. Using a low
gear to obtain brilliant performance in-
creases consumption.
In the same way improper use of a high
gear increases consumption, emissions an
engine wear.
CONTAINING
RUNNING COSTS
Some useful tips are given below for fuel
saving and reducing harmful emissions of
CO2and other pollutants (nitrogen ox-
ides, unburnt hydrocarbons, Particulate
Matter (PM) etc.).
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out
in accordance with the “Service schedule”.
Tyres
Check the pressure of the tyres routine-
ly at an interval of no more than 4 weeks:
if the pressure is too low, consumption
levels increase as resistance to rolling is
higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with too much luggage
stowed in the boot. The weight of the car
(especially when driving in town) and its
trim greatly affects consumption and sta-
bility.
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CONDITIONS OF USE
Cold starting
Short journeys and frequent cold starts do
not allow the engine to reach optimum op-
erating temperature. This results in a sig-
nificant increase in consumption levels
(from +15 to +30% on the urban cycle)
and emission of harmful substances.
Traffic situations and road
conditions
Rather high consumption levels are tied to
situations with heavy traffic, for example
in queues with frequent use of the lower
gears or in cities with many traffic lights.
Also winding mountain roads and rough
road surfaces adversely affect consump-
tion.
Traffic hold-ups
During prolonged hold-ups (level crossings)
the engine should be switched off.
TOWING TRAILERS
IMPORTANT NOTES
For towing caravans or trailers the car
must be fitted with a certified tow hook
and an adequate electric system. Installa-
tion should be carried out by specialised
personnel who release a special document
for circulation on the road.
Install any specific and/or additional rear-
view mirrors as specified by law.
Remember that when towing a trailer,
steep hills are harder to climb, the brak-
ing spaces increase and overtaking takes
longer depending on the overall weight.
Engage a low gear when driving downhill,
rather than constantly using the brake.
The weight the trailer exerts on the car
tow hook reduces by the same amount
the actual car loading capacity. To make
sure the maximum towable weight is not
exceeded (given in the log book) account
should be taken of the fully laden trailer,
including accessories and personal be-
longings.
Top speed
Fuel consumption considerably increases
with speed. Avoid superfluous braking and
accelerating, which cost in terms of both
fuel and emissions.
Acceleration
Accelerating violently increasing the revs
will greatly affect consumption and emis-
sions: acceleration should be gradual.
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INSTALLING THE TOW HOOK
The towing device should be fastened to
the body by specialised personnel accord-
ing to any additional and/or integrative in-
formation supplied by the Manufacturer of
the device.
The towing device must meet current reg-
ulations with reference to 94/20/CEE Di-
rective and subsequent amendments.
For any version the towing device used
must match the towable weight of the car
on which it is to be installed.
For the electric connection a unified con-
nector should be used which is generally
placed on a special bracket normally fas-
tened to the towing device, and a special
ECU for external trailer light control shall
be installed on the car.
For the electric connection, a 7 pin
12VDC connection is to be used (CU-
NA/UNI and ISO/DIN Standards). Follow
the instructions provided by the car man-
ufacturer and/or the tow hitch manufac-
turer.
An electric brake should be supplied di-
rectly by the battery through a cable with
a cross section of no less than 2.5 mm2.
IMPORTANT Electric brake or other de-
vice shall be used with running engine.
In addition to the electrical branches, the
car electric system can only be connect-
ed to the supply cable for an electric brake
and to the cable for an internal light,
though not above 15W.
For connections use a preset control unit
with battery cable no less than 2.5 mm2.
Do not exceed the speed limits of the
country you are driving in. In any case do
not exceed 100 km/h.
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The ABS system with which
the car may be fitted does
not control the trailer braking system.
Therefore be cautious on slippery
roads.
WARNING
Under no circumstances
should the car brake system
be altered to control the trailer brake.
The trailer braking system must be
fully independent of the car’s hy-
draulic system.
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Assembly diagram fig. 3
The tow hook structure must be fastened
in the points shown by letters “a-b-c-d”
using a total of 4 M10 screws.
The hook should be fastened to the body
avoiding any type of drilling and trimming
of the rear bumpers that remains visible
when the hook is removed.
IMPORTANT It is compulsory to fasten a
label (plainly visible) of suitable size and ma-
terial with the following wording:
MAX LOAD ON BALL 60 kg
After fitting, screw holes shall be sealed to
prevent an exhaust gas inlet.
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fig. 3 F0G0225m
Rear axle
Full load
Standard tow ball
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Assembly diagram fig. 4
The tow hook structure must be fastened
in the points shown by the symbol Øus-
ing a total of 4 M8 screws and 2 M12
screws.
The internal counterplates 1are to be at
least 6 mm thick. The hook should be fas-
tened to the body avoiding any type of
drilling and trimming of the rear bumpers
that remains visible when the hook is re-
moved.
IMPORTANT It is compulsory to fasten a
label (plainly visible) of suitable size and
material with the following wording:
MAX LOAD ON BALL 60 kg
After fitting, screw holes shall be sealed to
prevent an exhaust gas inlet.
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fig. 4 F0G0226m
Existing hole
Existing hole
Existing holeExisting hole
Standard tow ball
Existing screw
Existing screw
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IMPORTANT When snow tyres are used
with a max speed index below the one
that can be reached by the car (increased
by 5%), place a notice in the passenger’s
compartment, plainly in the driver’s view
which states the max permissible speed of
the snow tyres (as per EC Directive).
All four tyres should be the same (brand
and track) to ensure greater safety when
driving and braking and better driveabili-
ty.
Remember that it is inappropriate to
change the direction of rotation of tyres.
SNOW CHAINS
Use of snow chains should be in compli-
ance with local regulations.
Snow chains should only be applied to the
driving wheels (front wheels).
Check the tension of the chains after dri-
ving some ten metres.
IMPORTANT Snow chains cannot be fit-
ted to the space saver spare wheel. So, if
a front (drive) wheel is punctured and
chains are needed, a rear wheel should be
fitted to the front of the car and the spare
wheel should be fitted to the rear. This
way with two normal drive wheels, snow
chains can be fitted to them to solve an
emergency.
SNOW TYRES
Use snow tyres of the same size as the
normal tyres provided with the car.
Fiat Dealership will be happy to provide
advice concerning the most suitable type
of tyre for the customer’s requirements.
For the type of tyre to be used, inflation
pressures and the specifications of snow
tyres, follow the instructions given in para-
graph “Wheels” in section “Technical
specifications”.
The winter features of these tyres are re-
duced considerably when the tread depth
is below 4 mm. In this case, they should
be replaced.
Due to the snow tyre features, under nor-
mal conditions of use or on long motor-
way journeys, the performance of these
tyres is lower than that of normal tyres. It
is therefore necessary to limit their use to
the purposes for which they are certified.
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The max speed for snow
tyres with “Q” marking is
160 km/h. The Road Traffic Code
speed limits must however be always
strictly observed.
WARNING
Keep your speed down when
snow chains are fitted; do not
exceed 50 km/h. Avoid pot-
holes, steps and pavements
and avoid also to drive for long dis-
tances on roads not covered with snow
to prevent damaging the car and the
roadbed.
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❒
clean and protect the shiny metal parts
using special compounds readily avail-
able;
❒
sprinkle talcum powder on the rubber
windscreen and rear window wiper
blades and lift them off the glass;
❒
slightly open the windows;
❒
cover the car with a cloth or perforat-
ed plastic sheet. Do not use sheets of
non-perforated plastic as they do not
allow moisture on the car body to
evaporate;
❒
inflate tyres to +0,5 bar above the nor-
mal specified pressure and check it at
intervals;
❒
if you don’t disconnect the battery from
the electric system, check its charge
every month and recharge it if the op-
tical indicator shows a dark colour
without the central green area;
❒
do not drain the engine cooling system.
CAR INACTIVITY
If the car is to be left inactive for longer
than a month, the following precautions
should be noted:
❒
park the car in covered, dry and if pos-
sible well-ventilated premises;
❒
engage a gear;
❒
check that the handbrake is not en-
gaged;
❒
disconnect the battery negative termi-
nal and check the battery charge. This
check is to be repeated every three
months. Recharge if the optical indica-
tor shows a dark colour without the
central green area;
❒
clean and protect the painted parts us-
ing protective wax;
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GENERAL WARNINGS ..................................................... 114
LOW BRAKE FLUID ............................................................ 114
HANDBRAKE ON................................................................ 114
AIR BAG FAILURE................................................................ 114
FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG DEACTIVATED.......... 115
HIGH TEMPERATURE
ENGINE COOLANT FLUID ............................................. 115
LOW BATTERY CHARGE ................................................. 116
INEFFICIENT ABS SYSTEM ................................................ 116
INEFFICIENT EBD ELECTRONIC BRAKING
DISTRIBUTOR ...................................................................... 116
LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE.......................................... 116
EXHAUSTED OIL ................................................................ 116
“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING FAILURE............................................................. 117
INCOMPLETE DOOR LOCKING.................................... 117
INJECTION SYSTEM FAILURE
(MULTIJET VERSIONS) ...................................................... 117
ENGINE CONTROL
SYSTEM FAILURE EOBD (PETROL VERSIONS) ......... 117
DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER CLOGGED ................. 118
FUEL RESERVE....................................................................... 118
GLOW PLUGS....................................................................... 118
GLOW PLUG WARMING FAILURE ............................... 118
WATER IN DIESEL FUEL FILTER ..................................... 119
CAR PROTECTION SYSTEM FAILURE -
FIAT CODE ........................................................................... 119
HEATED REAR WINDOW .............................................. 119
EXTERNAL LIGHT FAILURE............................................. 119
REAR FOGLIGHTS............................................................... 119
GENERIC FAILURE INDICATION ................................. 120
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR FAILURE ................. 120
WATER IN DIESEL FUEL FILTER .................................... 120
INERTIAL FUEL CUT-OFF
SWITCH INTERVENED ..................................................... 120
ESP SYSTEM FAILURE ........................................................ 120
HILL HOLDER FAILURE .................................................... 120
SIDELIGHTS AND LOW BEAMS ..................................... 120
FOLLOW ME HOME........................................................... 120
FRONT FOG LIGHTS.......................................................... 120
LEFT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR........................ 121
RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR.................... 121
“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING .............................................................................. 121
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS............................................... 121
POSSIBLE PRESENCE OF ICE ON THE ROAD ........... 121
SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED ................................................. 121
LIMITED RANGE ................................................................. 121
ASR SYSTEM ......................................................................... 121
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WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
GENERAL WARNINGS
Turning on of warning light is accompa-
nied by specific message and/or by buzzer
sound where provided by instrument pan-
el. These indications are concise and
cautionary and shall not be considered
as exhaustive and/or as an alternative to
the specifications contained in this Own-
er Handbook which shall always be read
through carefully and thoroughly. In case
of failure indication always refer to the
specifications contained in this sec-
tion.
IMPORTANT Failure indications displayed
are divided into two categories: very se-
rious and less serious failures.
Very serious failures are indicated by a
repeated and prolonged warning “cycle”.
Less serious failures are indicated by a lim-
ited warning “cycle”.
The warning cycle of both failure classes
can be stopped by pressing button
MODE. The instrument panel warning
light will stay on until eliminating the fault.
As concerns messages relevant to the ver-
sions equipped with Dualogic gearbox, see
the attached Supplement.
LOW BRAKE FLUID
LEVEL (red)
HANDBRAKE ON (red)
Turning the ignition key to MAR the
warning light turns on, but it should go off
after few seconds.
Low brake fluid level
The warning light turns on when the lev-
el of the brake fluid in the reservoir falls
below the minimum level, due to possi-
ble leak in the circuit.
On certain versions the dedicated message
is displayed.
x
If the warning light
x
turns
on when travelling (on cer-
tain versions together with the mes-
sage on the display) stop the car im-
mediately and contact Fiat Dealer-
ship.
WARNING
Handbrake on
The warning light turns on when the hand-
brake is on.
On certain versions, if the car is moving
the buzzer will also sound.
IMPORTANT If the warning light turns on
when travelling, check that the handbrake
is not engaged.
AIR BAG FAILURE
(red)
Turning the ignition key to
MAR the warning light turns on, but it
should go off after few seconds.
The warning light stays on glowing steadi-
ly if there is a failure in the air bag system.
On certain versions the dedicated message
is displayed.
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If when turning the ignition
key to MAR, the warning
light ¬does not turn on or stays on
when travelling there could be a fail-
ure in safety systems; in this event air
bags or pretensioners could not trig-
ger in case of impact or, in a minor
number of cases, they could trigger
accidentally. Contact Fiat Dealership
immediately to have the system
checked.
WARNING
The failure of the warning
light ¬(warning light off) is
also indicated by the flashing for
more than the normal 4 seconds of
the passenger’s front air bag deacti-
vated warning light F.
WARNING
FRONT PASSENGER’S
AIR BAG
DEACTIVATED
(amber)
Warning light Fcomes on when front
passenger’s air bag is deactivated.
With front passenger’s air bag on, turn-
ing the ignition key to MAR, warning light
Fcomes on steadily for about 4 sec-
onds, it flashes for other 4 seconds and
then it shall go off.
F
Warning light Findicates
also warning light ¬failures.
This is indicated by intermittent flash-
ing, over 4 seconds, of warning light
F. In this event warning light ¬in-
dicates that there could be a failure
in safety systems. Contact Fiat Deal-
ership immediately to have the sys-
tem checked.
WARNING
HIGH TEMPERATURE
ENGINE COOLANT
FLUID (red)
Turning the ignition key to MAR the
warning light turns on, but it should go off
after few seconds.
The warning light turns on when the en-
gine is overheated.
If the warning light comes on when dri-
ving, proceed as follows:
❒normal driving conditions: stop
the car, switch off the engine and
check whether the water level in the
reservoir is not below the MIN mark.
Otherwise wait for few seconds to al-
low the engine cooling, then open
slowly and carefully the cap, top up
coolant and check whether its level is
falling between MIN and MAX marks
in the reservoir. Check visually any
leak. If, when restarting, the warning
light comes on again, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
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❒Car heavy duty (e.g.: towing trailer
uphill of fully laden car): decrease
speed, if the warning light stays on,
stop the car. Wait for 2 or 3 minutes
leaving the engine on and slightly ac-
celerated to further activate the cir-
culation of the coolant fluid, then
switch the engine off. Check proper
coolant level as described previously.
IMPORTANT Under severe use of the
car, keep the engine on and slightly accel-
erated for few minutes before switching it
off.
On certain versions the dedicated message
is displayed.
LOW BATTERY
CHARGE (red)
Turning the ignition key to
MAR the warning light turns on, but it
should go out as soon as the engine is
started (with the engine running at idle
speed a brief delay in going out is allowed).
If it stays on, contact immediately Fiat
Dealership.
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INEFFICIENT ABS
SYSTEM (amber)
Turning the ignition key to
MAR the warning light turns on, but it
should go off after few seconds.
The warning light turns on when the sys-
tem is inefficient or unavailable. In this case
the braking system keeps its effectiveness
unchanged, but without the potential of-
fered by the ABS system. Caution is ad-
visable and it is necessary to contact Fiat
Dealership.
On certain versions the dedicated message
is displayed.
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INEFFICIENT
EBD
ELECTRONIC
BRAKING
DISTRIBUTOR (red) (amber)
The turning on at the same time of warn-
ing lights
x
and
>
with the engine run-
ning indicates an EBD system failure or
that the system is unavailable; in this case
heavy braking may cause the rear wheels
to lock before time, with the possibility of
skidding. Drive with the utmost care to
the nearest Fiat Dealership to have the
system checked.
On certain versions the dedicated message
is displayed.
x>
LOW ENGINE OIL
PRESSURE (red)
EXHAUSTED OIL (red)
(Multijet versions with
DPF)
Low engine oil pressure
Turning the ignition key to MAR the
warning light turns on, but it should go out
as soon as the engine is started.
On certain versions the dedicated message
is displayed.
v
If the warning light
v
turns on when the car is trav-
elling (on certain versions together
with the message on the display) stop
the engine immediately and contact
a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
Exhausted oil
The warning light with turn on flashing to-
gether with the message on the display
when the system detects that the engine
oil is exhausted.
After the first indication, at each engine
starting the warning light
v
will go on
flashing for about 60 seconds and then
every 2 hours until oil is changed.
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In these conditions it is possible to con-
tinue driving without however requiring
heavy effort or high speed from the en-
gine. Contact Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
EOBD engine control system
failure
Under normal conditions, turning the ig-
nition key to MAR, the warning light turns
on, but it should go out as soon as the en-
gine is started. The initial turning on indi-
cates that the warning light is working prop-
erly. If the warning light stays on or turns
on when travelling:
❒glowing steadily: means a fault in the
supply/ignition system which could
cause high emissions at the exhaust,
possible lack of performance, poor
handling and high consumption levels.
On certain versions the dedicated mes-
sage is displayed.
In these conditions it is possible to con-
tinue driving without however requiring
heavy effort or high speed from the en-
gine. Prolonged use of the car with the
warning light on may cause damages. Con-
tact Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
The warning light goes off if the fault dis-
appears, but it is still stored by the system.
❒flashing: indicates the possibility of
damage to the catalyst (see “EOBD
system” in section “Dashboard and
controls”).
INJECTION SYSTEM
FAILURE
(Multijet versions -
amber)
EOBD ENGINE
CONTROL SYSTEM FAILURE
(petrol versions - amber)
Injection system failure
Under normal conditions, turning the ig-
nition key to MAR, the warning light turns
on but it should go off after engine start-
ing.
If the warning light stays on or turns on
when travelling, means a fault in the sup-
ply/ignition system which could cause high
emissions at the exhaust, possible lack of
performance, poor handling and high con-
sumption levels.
On certain versions the dedicated message
is displayed.
U
INCOMPLETE DOOR
LOCKING (red)
On certain versions the warn-
ing light turns on when one or
more doors or the tailgate are not prop-
erly shut.
On certain versions the dedicated message
is displayed.
A buzzer will sound (only for versions with
reconfigurable multifunction display) when
doors are open and the car is moving.
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“DUALDRIVE”
ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING FAILURE
(red)
Turning the ignition key to MAR the
warning light turns on, but it should go off
after few seconds.
If the warning light stays on, you will not
have the steering assistance and the effort
on the steering wheel will be increased,
steering is however possible. Contact Fi-
at Dealership.
On certain versions the dedicated message
is displayed.
g
If warning light
v
flash-
es, contact Fiat Dealership
immediately to have oil changed and
instrument panel warning light turned
off.
WARNING
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If, turning the ignition key to
MAR, the warning light U
does not turn on or if it turns
on glowing steadily or flash-
ing when travelling (on certain versions
together with the message on the dis-
play), contact Fiat Dealership as soon
as possible. Warning light Uoperation
can be checked by traffic agents by
proper equipment. Comply with laws
and regulations of the country where
you are driving.
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FUEL RESERVE
(amber)
Turning the ignition key to
MAR the warning light turns on, but it
should go off after few seconds.
The warning light turns on when about 5
litres fuel are left in the tank.
IMPORTANT The warning light flashes to
indicate a failure, contact Fiat Dealership
as soon as possible to have the system
checked.
GLOW PLUG
WARMING
(Multijet versions -
amber)
GLOW PLUG WARMING
FAILURE
(Multijet versions - amber)
Glow plug warming
Turning the ignition key to MAR, the
warning light turns on and it will turn off
when glow plugs reach the preset tem-
perature. Start the engine immediately af-
ter warning light switching off.
IMPORTANT With hot ambient temper-
ature, warning light stays on for very short
time.
Glow plug warming failure
The warning light turns on when there is
a failure in the glow plug warming system.
Contact Fiat Dealership as soon as possi-
ble.
On certain versions the dedicated message
is displayed.
m
If the light flashes, it is necessary to release
the accelerator pedal to lower the speed
of the engine until the warning light stops
flashing; continue the journey at moder-
ate speed, trying to avoid driving condi-
tions that may cause further flashing and
contact Fiat Dealership as soon as possi-
ble.
DIESEL PARTICULATE
FILTER CLOGGED
(1.3 Multijet versions
75 HP - amber)
Turning the ignition key to MAR the
warning light turns on, but it should go off
after few seconds.
The warning light turns on when the diesel
particulate filter is clogged and the driving
conditions do not enable to activate au-
tomatically the reclaiming procedure.
To enable reclaiming, i.e. cleaning the fil-
ter, keep the car running until the warn-
ing light turns off.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
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WATER IN DIESEL
FUEL FILTER (Multijet
versions -
amber)
Turning the ignition key to MAR the
warning light turns on, but it should go off
after few seconds.
The warning light cturns on when there
is water in the diesel fuel filter. On certain
versions warning light èwill turn on.
On certain versions the dedicated mes-
sage is displayed.
c
The presence of water in the
fuel circuit may cause serious
damage to the entire injec-
tion system and cause irreg-
ular engine operation. If the warning
light cturns on (on certain versions
the warning light ètogether with the
message on the display) contact Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible to have
the system relieved. If the above indi-
cations come on immediately after re-
fuelling, water has probably been
poured into the tank: turn the engine
off immediately and contact Fiat Deal-
ership.
EXTERNAL LIGHT
FAILURE (amber)
The warning light turns on
when one of the following lights is failing:
– side/taillights
– brake lights (third brake light excluded)
– rear fog lights
– direction indicators
– number plate lights.
The failure referring to these lights could
be: one or more blown bulbs, a blown
protection fuse or an electric connection
cut-off.
The dedicated message is displayed.
W
REAR FOG LIGHTS
(amber)
The warning light turns on
when the rear fog lights are turned on.
HEATED REAR
WINDOW (amber)
The warning light turns on
when switching the heated rear window
on.
4
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CAR PROTECTION
SYSTEM FAILURE -
FIAT CODE
(amber)
Turning the key to MAR the warning light
shall flash only once and then go off.
If with the ignition key at MAR, the warn-
ing light stays on, this indicates a possible
failure (see “Fiat Code system” in section
“Dashboard and controls”).
IMPORTANT The turning on at the same
time of the Uand Ywarning lights in-
dicates a failure of the Fiat CODE system.
If with the engine running the warning light
Yflashes, this means that the car is not
protected by the engine inhibitor device
(see “Fiat Code system” in section “Dash-
board and controls”).
Contact Fiat Dealership to have all the key
memorised.
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SIDE/TAILLIGHTS
AND LOW BEAMS
(green)
FOLLOW ME HOME
(green)
Side/taillights and low beams
The warning light turns on when side/tail-
lights or low beams are turned on.
Follow me home
The warning light will turn when this de-
vice is active (see “Follow me home” in
section “Dashboard and controls”).
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
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ESP SYSTEM FAILURE
(amber)
Turning the ignition key to
MAR the warning light comes on but shall
go off after few seconds.
If the warning light does not go off or stays
on when travelling together with the but-
ton led ASR OFF, contact Fiat Dealer-
ship.
On certain versions the dedicated mes-
sage is displayed.
Note Warning light flashing when driving
indicates that the ESP system is active.
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HILL HOLDER FAILURE
(amber)
Turning the ignition key to
MAR the warning light comes on but shall
go off after few seconds.
The warning light will turn on when the
Hill Holder system is faulty. Contact Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible .
On certain versions the dedicated mes-
sage is displayed.
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GENERIC FAILURE
INDICATION
(amber)
The warning light turns on in the follow-
ing circumstances.
Engine oil pressure
sensor failure
The warning light comes on when the en-
gine oil pressure sensor is faulty. Contact
Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
Water in diesel fuel filter
See what described for warning light c.
Inertial fuel cut-off switch
intervened
The warning light comes on when the in-
ertial fuel cut-off switch is triggered.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
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FRONT FOG LIGHTS
(green)
The warning light turns on
when the front fog lights are turned on.
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LEFT-HAND
DIRECTION
INDICATOR (green -
intermittent)
The warning light turns on when the di-
rection indicator control lever is moved
downwards or, together with the right in-
dicator, when the hazard warning light
button is pressed.
F
RIGHT-HAND
DIRECTION
INDICATOR (green -
intermittent)
The warning light turns on when the di-
rection indicator control lever is moved
upwards or, together with the left indica-
tor, when the hazard warning light button
is pressed.
D
“DUALDRIVE”
ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING
ACTIVATION (green)
The indication CITY will turn on when en-
gaging the “Dualdrive” electric power
steering by pressing the relevant button.
The indication CITY will turn off when
pressing the button again.
CITY
MAIN BEAMS (blue)
The warning light turns on
when the main beams are
turned on.
1
SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage when the car exceeds the set speed
limit (see “Multifunction Display” in sec-
tion “Dashboard and controls”).
LIMITED RANGE
(versions with reconfigurable
multifunction display)
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage to warn the driver that the cruising
range is less than 50 km.
ASR SYSTEM (versions with recon-
figurable multifunction display)
The ASR system can be turned off by
pressing the button ASR OFF.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage to warn the driver that the system
is off; at the same time the button led will
turn on.
Pressing again button ASR OFF the but-
ton led will turn off and the display will
show the dedicated message to warn the
driver that the system is on again.
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POSSIBLE PRESENCE OF ICE
ON THE ROAD
(versions with reconfigurable
multifunction display)
This indication starts flashing when the
outside temperature reaches or falls be-
low 3°C to warn the driver of the possi-
ble presence of ice on the road.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
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STARTING THE ENGINE ................................................. 124
IF A TYRE IS PUNCTURED ............................................... 126
QUICK TYRE REPAIR KIT -
FIX & GO automatic ........................................................... 132
WHEN NEEDING TO CHANGE A BULB ................... 136
IF AN EXTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT.......................... 139
IF AN INTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT .......................... 144
IF A FUSE BLOWS................................................................ 146
IF THE BATTERY IS FLAT .................................................. 152
JACKING THE CAR............................................................. 153
TOWING THE CAR............................................................ 153
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❒press and hold down the accelerator
pedal: the warning light Uturns on for
about 8 seconds, and then goes off;
❒release the accelerator pedal and get
ready to count the flashes of the warn-
ing light U;
❒count the number of flashes that cor-
responds to the first figure of the code
on the CODE card, then press the ac-
celerator pedal and keep it there until
the warning light Ucomes on (for 4
seconds) and then goes off: release the
accelerator pedal;
❒warning light Uwill start flashing again:
after it has flashed the number of times
that corresponds to the second figure
on the CODE card, press the acceler-
ator pedal to the floor and keep it
there;
❒
do the same for the remaining figures
on the CODE card;
❒once the final figure has been entered,
keep the accelerator pedal pressed. The
warning light Uwill light up for 4 sec-
onds and then go out. Release the ac-
celerator pedal;
❒rapid flashing of the warning light U
(for about 4 seconds) confirms the op-
eration has been carried out success-
fully;
❒start the engine by turning the ignition
key from MAR to AVV.
If, however, the warning light Ustays on,
turn the ignition key to STOP and repeat
the procedure from step one.
IMPORTANT After an emergency start-
up you should contact a Fiat Dealership,
otherwise you will have to repeat the pro-
cedure described each time you want to
start the engine.
ENGINE STARTING
EMERGENCY START-UP
If the Fiat CODE system fails to deactivate
engine immobilising system the instrument
panel warning lights Yand Ustay on
and the engine cannot be started.
To start the engine the emergency start-
up can be performed.
Read the whole procedure carefully be-
fore trying to carry it out: if you make a
mistake, you must turn the ignition key
back to STOP and repeat the whole op-
eration from beginning.
Proceed as follows:
❒read the 5-figure electronic code giv-
en on the CODE card;
❒
turn the ignition key to MAR;
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Proceed as follows:
❒
Connect positive terminals (+) of the
two batteries with a jump lead;
❒With a second lead, connect the nega-
tive terminal –of the auxiliary battery
to an earthing point Eon the engine or
the gearbox of the car to be started;
❒Start the engine;
❒
When the engine has been started, re-
move the leads reversing the order
above.
If after a few attempts the engine does not
start, do not insist but contact the near-
est Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT Do not directly connect the
negative terminals of the two batteries:
any sparks may ignite the detonating gas
which could come out of the battery. If the
auxiliary battery is installed on another
car, avoid metal parts touching acciden-
tally between this car and the one with the
flat battery.
JUMP STARTING fig. 1
If the battery is flat, it is possible to start
the engine using an auxiliary battery with
the same capacity or a little higher than
the flat one.
fig. 1
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Never use a battery charger
to start the engine as this
could damage the electronic
systems of your car, particu-
larly the ignition and fuel supply con-
trol units.
The starting procedure must
be carried out by qualified
personnel because incorrect opera-
tions may cause electrical discharge of
considerable intensity. The liquid con-
tained in the battery is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with the skin
and eyes. Keep naked flames and light-
ed cigarettes away from the battery
and do not cause sparks.
WARNING
F0G0694m
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BUMP STARTING
Never bump start the engine (by pushing,
towing or coasting downhill).
This could cause fuel to flow into the cat-
alytic converter and damage it beyond re-
pair.
IMPORTANT Remember that the servo-
brake and electrical power steering sys-
tem (where provided) are not operating
until the engine is started, a greater effort
will therefore be required to press the
brake pedal or turn the steering wheel.
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The space-saver spare wheel
(where provided) is specific
to your car, do not use it on other
models, or use the spare wheel of oth-
er models on your car. The space-
saver spare wheel shall only be used
in an emergency. It shall only be used
for the distance necessary to reach a
service point and the car speed shall
not exceed 80 km/h. The spare wheel
has an orange sticker that summaris-
es the main cautions for use and lim-
itations. The sticker should never be
removed or covered. Never fit a wheel
cap on a space-saver spare wheel.
The sticker gives the following infor-
mation in four languages: Caution!
For temporary use only! 80 km/h max!
Replace by normal wheel as soon as
possible. Do not cover this label in
use.
If you change the type of wheel (al-
loy rims instead of steel rims) you will
have to change the entire set of fas-
tening bolts with another set of suit-
ably sized bolts.
WARNING
IF A TYRE
IS PUNCTURED
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
The car can be delivered (upon re-
quest/where provided) with standard
spare wheel or space saver spare wheel;
see changing instructions on the following
paragraphs.
Wheel changing and correct use of the
jack and space-saver spare wheel call for
some precautions as listed below.
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Alert other drivers that the
car is stationary in compli-
ance with local regulations: hazard
warning lights, warning triangle, etc.
Any passengers on board should leave
the car, especially if it is heavily laden.
Passengers should stay away from on-
coming traffic while the wheel is be-
ing changed. If parked on a slope or
rough surface, chock the wheels with
wedges or other suitable devices.
WARNING
When driving with a space-
saver spare wheel fitted, the
driving performance of the car
changes. Avoid accelerating or brak-
ing sharply, abrupt turns of fast cor-
nerings. The life of a spare wheel is
approx. 3000 km, after this distance
it should be replaced with another of
the same type. Never attempt to fit
a conventional tyre on a rim designed
for use as a space-saver spare wheel.
Have the punctured wheel repaired
and refitted as soon as possible. Two
or more space-saver spare wheels
should never be used together. Do not
grease the threads of bolts before in-
stalling them: they might slip out.
WARNING
The jack shall only be used
for changing wheels on the
car with which it is provided or on
cars of the same model. It must not
be used for other purposes such as for
instance raising cars of other models.
In no case should it be used for repairs
under the car. Incorrect positioning
of the jack may cause the jacked car
to fall. Do not use the jack for high-
er capacities than stated on its label.
Snow chains cannot be fitted to the
space-saver spare wheel. So, if a front
(drive) wheel is punctured and chains
are needed, a rear wheel should be
fitted to the front of the car and the
spare wheel should be fitted to the
rear. This way with two normal dri-
ve wheels, snow chains can be fitted
to them to solve an emergency.
WARNING
Fasten the wheel cap cor-
rectly to prevent the wheel
from coming free in motion. Never
tamper with the inflation valve. Nev-
er place tools between the rim and
tyre. Check and restore, if required,
the pressure of tyres and spare wheel
to the values given in section “Tech-
nical specifications”.
WARNING
Please note:
❒
the jack weight is 1,76 kg;
❒
the jack requires no adjustment;
❒
the jack cannot be repaired and in the
event of a fault it must be replaced by
another original one;
❒
no tool other than its cranking device
may be fitted on the jack.
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❒
loosen the bolts on the wheel to be re-
placed with the tool E-fig. 4 provided;
❒
turn handle to partially open the jack;
❒
loosen the clamping device B-
fig. 3;
❒
take out the tool container Cand take
it near the wheel to be changed;
❒
take the space saver spare wheel D;
❒
to remove the wheel cap secured by
spring, use the screwdriver provided
levering on the three notches present
on the outer circumference;
fig. 4 F0G0695m
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fig. 3 F0G0078m
To change a wheel proceed as follows:
❒
Stop the car in a position that is not
dangerous for oncoming traffic where
you can change the wheel safely. The
ground should be flat and adequately
firm;
❒
turn the engine off and pull up the hand-
brake;
❒
engage first gear or reverse;
❒
lift the luggage compartment mat A-
fig. 2;
fig. 2 F0G0171m
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❒
fit the handle Hto operate the jack de-
vice Iand raise the car until the wheel
is a few centimetres from the ground.
When turning the jack handle make
sure that it can be used easily and take
care not to scrape your hand against
the ground. The moving parts of the
jack (screw and joints) may also cause
injury if touched. Clean off any grease;
❒
remove the wheel cap (where provid-
ed) after loosening the three fastening
bolts then, loosen the fourth bolt L-
fig. 6 and remove the wheel;
❒
make sure the contact surfaces be-
tween spare wheel and hub are clean
so that the fastening bolts will not come
loose;
fig. 6 F0G0233m
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❒
position the jack near the wheel to be
repaired at the reference point
Oon
the side member;
❒
extend the jack until groove F-fig. 5 on
the jack fits correctly into ridge Gun-
derneath the side member;
❒
alert other passengers that the car is
about to be raised; all persons should
be kept away from the car until it has
been lowered;
fig. 5 F0G0173m
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❒
fasten bolts completely, working in a
criss-cross fashion as shown in fig. 8.
REFITTING THE STANDARD
WHEEL
❒
Following the above procedure, raise
the car and remove the space saver
wheel;
❒
make sure the contact surfaces be-
tween wheel and hub are clean so that
the fastening bolts will not come loose;
❒
fit the standard wheel by inserting the
first bolt L-fig. 9 in the hole next to the
inflation valve;
❒
fit the wheel cap making the symbol
C
coincide with the inflation valve and the
bolt previously fastened to the hole M-
fig. 9/a;
❒
fit the spare wheel making pin N-fig.
7coincide with one of the wheel holes
O;
❒
fasten the four fastening bolts;
❒
turn the jack handle to lower the car
and remove the jack;
fig. 7 F0G0204m fig. 8 F0G0206m
fig. 9/a F0G0603m
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IMPORTANT Do not use inner tubes
with tubeless tyres. Check the inflation
pressure of the tyres and the spare wheel
regularly.
IMPORTANT You will need to change the
set of bolts if you want to change the type
of wheels fitted (alloy rims instead of steel
rims, and vice versa). You will have to
change the entire set of fastening bolts
with another set of suitably sized bolts and
adopt a specific spare wheel having differ-
ent building characteristics.
You should keep the bolts and spare
wheel in case you decide to use the orig-
inal type of wheel later on.
❒fasten the three other bolts with the
wrench provided;
❒lower the car and remove the jack;
❒fasten bolts completely, working in a
criss-cross fashion as shown in fig. 10.
fig. 10 F0G0696m
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When you have finished
❒
arrange the space-saver spare wheel D-
fig. 3 in the specific compartment in the
boot;
❒
insert the partially open jack into the
container Cand force it slightly into its
seat so that it does not vibrate when
the car is moving;
❒
put the tools back into their places in
the container;
❒
stow the container complete with tools
on the spare wheel and secure every-
thing with the clamping device B;
❒
correctly reposition the boot stiff cov-
er.
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In the event of a puncture
caused by foreign bodies, it is
possible to repair tyres show-
ing damages on the track or
shoulder up to max 4 mm diameter.
fig. 1 F0G0669m
fig. a F0G0607m
fig. 2 F0G0670m
Hand the instruction brochure
to the personnel charged with
treating the tyre repaired with the kit.
WARNING
Holes and damages on the
tyre side walls cannot be re-
paired. Do not use the quick tyre re-
pair kit if damaging is due to running
with flat tyre.
WARNING
Repairs are not possible in
case of damages on the
wheel rim (bad groove distortion
causing air loss). Do not remove for-
eign bodies (screws or nails) from the
tyre.
WARNING
QUICK TYRE REPAIR
KIT - FIX & GO
automatic
The quick tyre repair kit Fix & Go auto-
matic is placed in the boot; the tool bag
fig. a, is located under the driver's seat
and it is fastened by means of "velcro" type
adhesive.
The kit fig. 1 includes:
❒
bottle A containing sealer and fitted
with:
– filling pipe B;
– sticker Cbearing the notice “max.
80 km/h”, to be placed in a position
visible to the driver (on the instru-
ment panel) after fixing the tyre;
❒
instruction brochure (see fig. 2), to be
used for prompt and proper use of the
quick repair kit and to be then handed
to the personnel charged with handling
the treated tyre;
❒
compressor D-fig. 1 including gauge
and connections;
❒
a pair of protection gloves located in
the side space of the compressor;
❒
adapters for inflating different elements.
In the tool bag you also find the screw-
driver, the tow ring and the jack.
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IT SHOULD BE NOTICED THAT:
The sealing fluid of the quick tyre repair
kit is effective with external temperatures
between –20 °C and +50 °C.
The sealing fluid has limited life.
The compressor shall not be
operated for more than 20
minutes. Risk of overheating!. Tyres
repaired with the quick tyre repair kit
shall be used temporarily only.
WARNING
The cylinder contains ethyl-
ene glycol. The cylinder con-
tains latex: it can cause allergic reac-
tions. It is harmful if ingested or in-
haled and irritant for the eyes and in
case of contact. In case of contact
rinse immediately with water and take
off contaminated clothes. If swal-
lowed, do not induce vomit, rinse out
the mouth, drink a lot of water and
call the doctor immediately. Keep
away from children. This product must
not be used by asthmatics. Do not in-
hale vapours. Call the doctor imme-
diately in case of allergic reactions.
Keep the cylinder in the space provid-
ed for the purpose and far from heat.
The sealing fluid has limited life.
WARNING
Replace the cylinder if seal-
er has run out. Do not throw
away the cylinder and the
sealing fluid. Have the sealing
fluid and the cylinder disposed of in
compliance with national and local
regulations.
Put on the protection gloves
provided together with quick
tyre repair kit.
WARNING
INFLATING PROCEDURE
❒
Pull up the handbrake. Loosen tyre
inflation valve cap, take out the filler
hose A-fig. 3 and screw the ring nut
Bon the tyre valve;
fig. 3 F0G0697m
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fig. 4 F0G0672m fig. 6 F0G0698m
fig. 5 F0G0673m
❒
check that the compressor switch D-
fig. 4 is set at 0 (off), start the engine,
fit plug E-fig. 5 into the 12V outlet lo-
cated on the central console and then
turn the compressor on setting the
switch D-fig. 4 in position I(on). Inflate
the tyre at the pressure value specified
in paragraph “Inflation pressure” in sec-
tion “Technical Specifications”
Check tyre pressure on gauge F-
fig. 4 with compressor off to obtain
precise reading;
❒
if after 5 minutes it is still impossible
to reach at least 1.5 bar, disengage com-
pressor from valve and current outlet,
then move the car forth for approx. ten
metres in order to distribute the seal-
ing fluid inside the tyre evenly, then re-
peat the inflation operation;
❒
If after this operation it is still impossi-
ble after 5 minutes to reach at least 1.8
bar, do not start driving since the tyre
is excessively damaged and the quick
tyre repair kit cannot guarantee suit-
able sealing, contact Fiat Dealership;
❒
if reaching the tyre pressure specified
in paragraph “Inflation pressure” in sec-
tion “Technical Specifications”, start
driving immediately;
❒
after driving for about 10 minutes stop
and check again the tyre pressure; pull
up the handbrake;
Apply the sticker in a visible
position for the driver to in-
dicate that the tyre has been treat-
ed with the quick tyre repair kit. Dri-
ve carefully especially when corner-
ing. Do not exceed 80 km/h. Avoid
heavy braking and accelerating.
WARNING
If the pressure falls below 1.8
bars, do not drive any fur-
ther: the quick tyre repair kit Fix & Go
automatic cannot guarantee proper
hold because the tyre is too much
damaged. Contact Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
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❒
if at least 1.8 bar pressure is read, re-
store proper pressure (with engine
running and handbrake on) and restart;
❒
drive with the utmost care to the near-
est Fiat Dealership.
It is of vital importance to
communicate that the tyre
has been repaired using the quick tyre
repair kit. Hand the instruction
brochure to the personnel charged
with treating the tyre repaired with
the kit.
WARNING
fig. 7 F0G0699m fig. 8 F0G0676m
FOR CHECKING AND
RESTORING PRESSURE ONLY
The compressor can be also used just for
restoring pressure. Release cylinder con-
nection A-fig. 8 and connect it directly to
the tyre valve fig. 7; in this way the cylin-
der is not connected to compressor and
the sealing fluid will not flow into the tyre.
CYLINDER REPLACEMENT
PROCEDURE
To replace the cylinder proceed as fol-
lows:
❒
disconnect connection A-fig. 8;
❒
turn counter-clockwise the cylinder to
replace and raise it;
❒
fit the new cylinder and turn it clock-
wise;
❒
connect connection Ato the cylinder
and fit the transparent tube Binto the
proper space.
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WHEN NEEDING
TO CHANGE A BULB
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
❒
Before changing a bulb check the con-
tacts for oxidation;
❒
Burnt bulbs must be replaced by oth-
ers of the same type and power;
❒
Always check headlight aiming after
changing a bulb to ensure they are safe;
❒
When a light is not working, check that
the corresponding fuse is intact before
changing a bulb: for the location of fus-
es, refer to paragraph “If a fuse blows”
in this section.
Alterations or repairs to the
electric system not carried
out correctly and without taking into
account the system specifications
may cause failures and the risk of fire.
WARNING
Halogen bulbs contain pres-
surised gas, in the case of
breakage they may burst.
WARNING
Halogen bulbs must be han-
dled touching only the metal-
lic part. If the transparent
bulb is touched with the fin-
gers, its lighting intensity is reduced and
life of the bulb may be compromised.
If touched accidentally, rub the bulb
with a cloth moistened with methylat-
ed spirit and allow to dry.
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TYPES OF BULBS fig. 20
Various types of bulbs are fitted to your
car:
A All glass bulbs: these are pressed on.
Pull to remove.
B Bayonet type bulbs: press the bulb,
then counterclockwise to remove this
type of bulb from its holder.
C Tubular bulbs: free them from their
contacts to remove.
D Halogen bulbs: to remove the bulb,
release the clip holding the bulb in
place.
E Halogen bulbs: to remove the bulb,
release the clip holding the bulb in
place.
F0G0118m
fig. 20
Where possible, it is advisable
to have bulbs changed c/o Fi-
at Dealership. The correct
operation and aiming of the
outer lights are vital to the safety of the
car and its passengers and the subject
of specific laws.
IMPORTANT The headlight inner surface
might be slightly misted: this should not be
considered irregular but a natural phe-
nomenon due to low temperature and the
air humidity level. Misting will disappear as
soon as the headlights are turned on.
Drops inside the headlight mean water in-
filtration: contact Fiat Dealership.
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H4
H4
W5W
PY21W
W5W
PY21W
P21/5W
P21W
P21W
C5W
W5W
C5W
H1
W5W
60/55
60/55
5
21
5
21
21/5
21
21
5
5
5
55
5
D
D
A
B
A
B
B
B
B
C
A
C
E
A
Bulbs Type Power Ref. figure
Main beam
Dipped beam
Front side lights
Front direction indicators
Side direction indicators
Rear direction indicators
Stop/taillights
Reversing light
Rear fog lights
Ceiling light
Boot light
Number plate light
Fog lights
Third stop
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To change the direction indicator bulb,
proceed as follows:
❒
release clip A-fig. 21 and remove cap
B;
❒
turn the bulb-holder D-fig. 22 and re-
move it (it is pressure-fitted);
IF AN EXTERIOR LIGHT
BURNS OUT
For the type of bulb and power rating, see
“When needing to change a bulb”.
fig. 21 F0G0089m fig. 22 F0G0090m
fig. 23 F0G0091m
FRONT LIGHT UNITS
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒
release clip A-fig. 21 and remove cap
B;
❒
turn the bulb-holder C-fig. 22 and re-
move it (it is pressure-fitted);
❒
remove the burnt bulb E-fig. 23 and fit
the new bulb;
❒
refit by reversing the above mentioned
operations.
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SIDE DIRECTION INDICATORS
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒
push the transparent cover A-fig. 27
towards car running direction (it is
pressure-fitted);
❒
remove connector G-fig. 25;
❒
release the bulb holder catch H;
❒
remove the burnt bulb I-fig. 26 and fit
the new bulb;
❒
refit by reversing the above mentioned
operations.
fig. 25 F0G0093m fig. 27 F0G0095m
fig. 26 F0G0094m
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❒
remove the burnt bulb F-fig. 24 and fit
the new bulb;
❒
refit by reversing the above mentioned
operations.
To replace the main/dipped beam light
bulb, proceed as follows:
❒
release clip A-fig. 21 and remove cap
B;
fig. 24 F0G0092m
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❒
remove the transparent cover A-fig.
28 from bulb holder (it is pressure-fit-
ted);
❒
remove the bulb Band replace it;
❒
refit the lens.
❒
loosen cover C-fig. 30 and remove the
connector D;
❒
release clip E-fig. 31 and remove the
bulb F;
❒
refit by reversing the above mentioned
operations.
FRONT FOG LIGHTS
(where provided)
To change the halogen bulb, proceed as
follows:
❒
slacken the two fog light fastening
screws A-fig. 29 on the bumper;
❒
slacken the two fog light fastening
screws Bunder the bumper;
❒
remove the protection including the fog
light and remove the connector;
fig. 29 F0G0227m
fig. 28 F0G0604m fig. 30
TOP
OFF
ON
F0G0228m
fig. 31 F0G0229m
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Figure 34
D12V-21W bulb for reversing light on
right light unit;
❒
rear fog light on left light unit;
❒
on right hand drive versions, re-
versing light in the left rear light
cluster and in the rear fog lamp in
the right rear light cluster;
E12V-21W bulb for direction indica-
tors;
F12V-21/5W double-light bulb for stop
light and taillights;
❒
slacken the four screws B-fig. 33 from
their seats;
❒
remove the bulb-holder C;
❒
remove the bulbs, pushing them slight-
ly anti-clockwise;
❒
refit by reversing the above mentioned
operations.
fig. 33 F0G0097m fig. 34 F0G0098m
REAR LIGHT UNIT
To change the bulb proceed as follows:
❒
slacken the three screws A-fig. 32
from their seats, pull gently outwards
until releasing the whole headlight from
the three clips (press-fitted) and release
the connector;
fig. 32 F0G0096m
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Number plate light
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒
use a screwdriver to remove the re-
taining spring as shown in fig. 35;
fig. 35 F0G0099m fig. 36 F0G0100m
THIRD STOP LIGHT
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒
slacken the two screws A-fig. 37 and
remove the whole cover;
❒
disconnect connector B-fig. 38 and re-
move the light unit;
fig. 37 F0G0101m
fig. 38 F0G0210m
❒
remove the transparent A-fig. 36 and
the bulb Bfrom the bulb holder;
❒
change the 12V-5W bulb pressure-fit-
ted in the bulb holder;
❒
refit the lens.
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❒
release clip C-fig. 39 and remove the
light unit from the lens unit;
❒
replace the pressure-fitted burnt out
bulb D;
❒
refit by reversing the above mentioned
operations.
fig. 39 F0G0211m
IF AN INTERIOR LIGHT
BURNS OUT
For the type of bulb and power rating, see
“When needing to change a bulb”.
CEILING LIGHT
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒
insert the screwdriver supplied with the
car in the point shown by the arrow
and remove the ceiling light A-fig. 40;
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❒
open cover B-fig. 41 as shown;
BOOT LIGHT (where provided)
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒
open the tailgate;
❒
insert the screwdriver supplied with the
car in the point shown by the arrow
and remove the ceiling light A-fig. 43.
fig. 40 F0G0193m
fig. 41 F0G0213m
fig. 42 F0G0214m fig. 43 F0G0102m
❒
replace the bulb C-fig. 42 releasing the
side contacts, insert the new bulb and
make sure that it is correctly clamped
between the contacts;
❒
close the cover and refit the transpar-
ent.
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IF A FUSE BLOWS
GENERAL fig. 45
The fuse is a protective device for the
electric system: it comes into action (i.e.
it cuts off) mainly due to a fault or im-
proper action on the system.
When a device does not work, check the
efficiency of its fuse: the conductor ele-
ment Amust be intact. If not, replace the
fuse with one of the same amp rating
(same colour).
Bundamaged fuse.
Cfuse with damaged filament.
To facilitate fuse replacement, use the pli-
ers Dhooked to the fusebox on the in-
strument panel left-hand side.
Refer to the tables on the following pages
to identify the protection fuse.
❒
open the bulb cover B-fig. 44 and re-
place the pressure-fitted bulb C;
❒
refit the cover Bon the transparent;
❒
refit correctly the light pressing one
side and then the other until the lock-
ing click is heard.
fig. 44 F0G0103m fig. 45 F0G0087m
Never replace a fuse with
metal wires or anything else.
Never replace a fuse with
another with a higher amp
rating; DANGER OF FIRE.
WARNING
If a general fuse (MEGA-
FUSE, MIDI-FUSE, MAXI-
FUSE) cuts in, do not attempt any re-
pair and contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
If a fuse blows again, contact
a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
Before replacing a fuse,
make sure the ignition key
has been removed and that all the
other services are switched off and/or
disengaged.
WARNING
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FUSE LOCATION
The fusebox is on the steering wheel left-
hand side fig. 46 and 47.
To gain access to the fusebox, slacken the
cover Ffastening screw E.
Gwired control unit.
HBody-computer control unit.
Dfuse extracting pliers.
The number identifying the electrical com-
ponent corresponding to each fuse is on
the cover back.
fig. 47
fig. 46
F37
18
916
F0G0139m
F0G0260m
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Fuses in the engine compartment
fig. 48 and 49
A second fuse unit is located on the right
side of the engine compartment, next to
the battery, to reach it release spring I,
free tabs Mand remove lid L.
The number identifying the electrical com-
ponent corresponding to each fuse and re-
lays is on the cover back.
fig. 48
fig. 49
F0G0652m
F0G0704m
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5
7.5
7.5
10
7.5
15
15
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
5
5
15
–
–
7.5
7.5
7.5
20
10
10
10
10
F31
F35
F35
F37
F41
F45
F46
F49
F49
F49
F50
F51
F51
F54
FA
FB
F12
F13
F13
F38
F39
F39
F39
F39
FUSE SUMMARY TABLE
Passenger’s compartment fusebox - fig. 47 FUSE AMPERE
Reversing light
+15 radio
Central dashboard
+15 stop light
Door mirrors defroster
Heated seats (pre-arrangements)
Electric sunroof
Automatic climate control system
Tyre pressure
Sensor for water presence in the gas oil filter
+15 air bag control unit
+15 Body-computer control unit
+15 instrument panel
Subwoofer
Free
Free
Right dipped beam headlight
Left dipped beam headlight
To adjust the headlight slant
+ 30 door locking device
EOBD diagnosis socket
Radio
Automatic climate control system
Tyre pressure
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10
10
30
30
15
20
20
15
F39
F39
F40
F43
F53
F47
F48
F52
Passenger’s compartment fusebox - fig. 47 FUSE AMPERE
Telephone
Body-computer control unit
Heated rear window
Windscreen wiper/washer
Windscreen/rear window washer pump
Front left power window
Front right power window
Rear window wiper
30
20
15
15
15
15
7.5
10
7.5
F8
F9
F10
F11
F14
F15
F16
F17
F18
Engine compartment fusebox - fig. 49 FUSE AMPERE
Ai conditioner electric fan
Headlight washer
Horn
Secondary services and tachymeter generator
Upper beam
Trailer unit
Electronic injection system and Dualogic transmission unit supply
Electronic injection primary services
Engine control node
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7.5
–
15
20
20
10
15
15
20
7.5
F19
F20
F21
F22
F23
F24
F30
F84
F85
F87
Engine compartment fusebox - fig. 49 FUSE AMPERE
Air conditioner compressor
Fuse available
Fuel pump supply (Multijet version)
Electronic injection primary services
Braking node valves and ABS
Electric power steering
Fog lights
Dualogic transmission unit
Cigarette lighter/current socket
ABS and stop light control
20
20
20
30
50
30
30
20
20
20
10/20
30
50
30
T02
T03
T05
T06
T07
T08
T09
T10
T14
T17
T19
T20
T30
T31
Engine compartment unit - fig. 49 RELAY AMPERE
Upper beam relay
Horn relay
Compresor relay
Engine cooling electric fan relay (low speed)
Engine cooling electric fan relay (high speed)
Air conditioner electric fan relay
Injection system main relay
Fuel pump relay (Multiject version)
Fog light relay
Headlight washer relay
Pump disconnection teleswitch
Star-up inhibiting relay
Dualogic transmission pump relay
Cigarette/current socket realy
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IF THE BATTERY IS FLAT
IMPORTANT Battery recharging proce-
dure is given as information only. This op-
eration shall be only performed at a Fiat
Dealership.
Charging should be slow at a low amp rat-
ing for 24 hours. Charging for a longer
time may damage the battery.
Charge the battery as follows:
❒
disconnect battery negative terminal;
❒
connect the charger cables to the bat-
tery terminals, observing the poles; The liquid contained in the
battery is poisonous and cor-
rosive. Avoid contact with the skin or
eyes. The battery should be charged
in a well ventilated place, away from
naked flames or possible sources of
sparks: danger of explosion and fire.
WARNING
Do not attempt to charge a
frozen battery: it must first-
ly be thawed, otherwise it may burst.
If freezing has occurred, the battery
should be checked by skilled person-
nel to make sure that the internal el-
ements are not damaged and that the
body is not cracked, with the risk of
leaking poisonous and corrosive acid.
WARNING
❒
turn on the charger;
❒
when you have finished, turn the charg-
er off before disconnecting the battery;
❒
reconnect battery negative terminal.
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JACKING THE CAR
If the car needs to be jacked up, go to a
Fiat Dealership which is equipped with
shop jacks and jack arms.
fig. 50 F0G0215m
TOWING THE CAR
The tow ring provided with the car is
housed in the tool box under the boot
mat.
Jack up the car only by positioning the jack
arms or the shop jack in the points shown
in fig. 50.
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Before starting to tow, turn
the ignition key to MAR and
then to STOP. Do not remove the
key. If the key is removed, the steer-
ing lock engages automatically re-
sulting in the impossibility to steer the
wheels.
WARNING
When towing, remember
that without the help of the
servobrake and power steering, a
greater effort is required on the ped-
al and steering wheel. Do not use
flexible cables for towing and avoid
jerks. During towing operations make
sure that fastening the joint to the car
does not damage the components in
contact with it. When towing the car,
you must comply with the specific
traffic regulations regarding the tow
ring and how to tow on the road.
WARNING
Do not start the engine
when towing the car.
WARNING
fig. 51 F0G0217m
TOW RING HOOKING fig. 51
Proceed as follows:
❒
release the cap A;
❒
take the tow hook Bfrom the tool sup-
port;
❒
tighten the ring on the rear or front
threaded pin.
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SCHEDULED SERVICING ................................................. 156
SERVICE SCHEDULE ........................................................... 157
ANNUAL INSPECTION SCHEDULE .............................. 159
ADDITIONAL CHECKS ..................................................... 159
CHECKING FLUID LEVELS................................................ 161
AIR FILTER ............................................................................ 166
POLLEN FILTER ................................................................... 167
BATTERY ................................................................................ 168
WHEELS AND TYRES ......................................................... 170
RUBBER HOSES .................................................................... 171
WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW WIPERS ................... 172
BODYWORK ........................................................................ 173
INTERIORS............................................................................. 175
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IMPORTANT The Programmed Mainte-
nance coupons are specified by the Man-
ufacturer- The failure to have them car-
ried out may invalidate the warranty.
Scheduled Servicing is performed by all Fi-
at Dealership, at pre-established times.
If during each operation, in addition to the
ones programmed, the need arises for fur-
ther replacements or repairs, these may
be carried out only with the explicit agree-
ment of the Customer.
IMPORTANT You are advised to contact
Fiat Dealership in the event of any minor
operating faults, without waiting for the
next service coupon.
If your car is used frequently for towing,
the interval between one service coupon
and the other must be reduced.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct maintenance is essential for en-
suring long car life under the best condi-
tions.
This is why Fiat has programmed a series
of checks and maintenance operations
every 20,000 km.
It is however important to remember that
scheduled servicing does not completely
cover all the car’s requirements- also in
the initial period before 20,000 km service
coupon and later, between one coupon
and another, ordinary care is still required
such as for example routine check and
topping up the level of fluids, tyre pressure
check, etc...
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20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180
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SERVICE SCHEDULE
These coupons are to be carried out every 20,000 km
Thousands of km
Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure if required
Check lighting system operation
(headlights, direction indicators, hazard lights, boot lights,
warning lights, etc.)
Check windscreen wiper/washer operation,
adjust nozzles
Check windscreen/rear window blade position/wear
Check front disk brake pad conditions and wear
Check rear drum brake linings and wear
Sight inspect the conditions of:- bodywork,
underbody protection pipes and hoses (exhaust -
fuel - brakes), rubber parts (boots -
sleeves - bushes - etc.)
Check cleanness of locks, bonnet and boot and lever
cleanness and lubrication
Check tension and adjust accessory drive belts
(excluding engines with automatic belt tighteners)
Sight inspect accessory drive belt conditions
Check and adjust tappet clearance (petrol versions)
Check and adjust handbrake lever stroke
Check antievaporation system (petrol versions)
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Thousands of km
Replace air cleaner cartridge
(every 30,000 km for 1.3 Multijet engine)
Top up fluids (engine coolant, brakes,
windscreen washer, battery, etc.)
Check timing belt conditions
(excluding 1.3 Multijet engine)
Replace timing belt (*)
(excluding 1.3 Multijet engine)
Change spark plugs (petrol versions)
Check engine control system operation
(through diagnosis socket)
Check mechanical transmission oil level
Change engine oil and oil filter (petrol versions)
Change engine oil and oil filter (Multijet version with DPF) (**)
Change brake fluid (or every 2 years)
Change pollen filter (or every year)
Check exhaust emissions/smoke (1.3 Multijet engine)
Replace fuel filter cartridge (Green-filter)
(1.3 Multijet engine)
(*) Or every 4 years for particularly demanding use (cold climates, driving in the city idling for a long time)
Or every 5 years, regardless of the km covered
(**) Engine oil and oil filter shall be changed when the corresponding warning light turns on (see section “Warning lights and Mes-
sages”), or in any case every 2 years.
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❒
sight inspect the conditions of: engine,
gearbox, transmission, pipes and hoses
(exhaust - fuel - brakes) rubber parts
(boots - sleeves - bushes etc.), fuel and
brake system hoses;
❒
check battery charge;
❒
visual check on various drive belt con-
ditions;
❒
top up fluid levels (engine coolant,
brakes, windscreen washer, battery,
etc.);
❒
change engine oil;
❒
change engine oil filter;
❒
change pollen filter (where provided).
ADDITIONAL CHECKS
Every 1,000 km or before long journeys,
check and top up if required:
❒
engine coolant fluid level;
❒
brake fluid level;
❒
battery fluid level;
❒
windscreen washer fluid level;
❒
tyre pressure and conditions.
Every 3,000 km check and top up if re-
quired:
❒
engine oil level.
You are recommended to use FL Selenia
products designed and produced specifi-
cally for Fiat cars (see table “Capacities”
in section “Technical specifications”).
ANNUAL INSPECTION
SCHEDULE
For cars with an annual mileage of below
20,000 Km (for example about 15,000
Km) the following yearly inspection pro-
gramme is advised:
❒
Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust
pressure if required (including the spare
wheel);
❒
check lighting system operation (head-
lights, direction indicators, hazard lights,
boot lights, passenger compartment
lights, glovebox light, warning lights,
etc.);
❒
check windscreen wiper/washer oper-
ation, adjust nozzle;
❒
check windscreen/rear window blade
position/wear;
❒
check front disk brake pad conditions
and wear;
❒
check cleanness of locks, bonnet and
boot and lever cleanness and lubrica-
tion;
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IMPORTANT - Air cleaner
If the car is used on dusty roads change
the air cleaner more frequently than the
indications in the “Service schedule”. If in
doubt as to how often the engine oil and
air cleaner should be changed according
to how you use the car, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
IMPORTANT - Pollen filter
If the car is used frequently in dusty or
heavily polluted environments it is advis-
able to replace the filtering element more
frequently; in particular it should be re-
placed if a reduction of the amount of air
admitted to the passenger compartment
is noted.
IMPORTANT - Battery
The charge in the battery should be
checked at the start of winter to limit the
risk of electrolyte freezing.
This check should be carried out more
frequently if the car is used mainly for
short trips, or if it is fitted with accessories
that permanently absorb electricity even
with the ignition key removed, especially
in the case of after market accessories. If
the car is used in hot climates or particu-
larly harsh conditions it is wise to check
the level of the battery fluid (electrolyte)
more frequently than specified in the “Ser-
vice schedule”.
IMPORTANT - Engine oil
Should prevailing use of the car be under
one of the following specially heavy con-
ditions:
❒
trailer or caravan towing;
❒
dusty roads;
❒
short distances (less than 7- 8 km) re-
peated and with external temperatures
below zero;
❒
frequently idling engines or long dis-
tance low speed driving (e.g. taxis or
door-to-door deliveries) or in case of
a long term inactivity;
replace engine oil more frequently than
required on “Service Schedule”.
IMPORTANT - Diesel filter
The possibility of topping up with diesel
fuel not complying with EN590 European
Norm might make it necessary to replace
the filter more frequently than indicated
in the “Service Schedule”.
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Car maintenance should be
entrusted to Fiat Dealership.
For routine and minor main-
tenance operations you wish
to carry out yourself, always make sure
you have the proper equipment, gen-
uine Fiat spare parts and the necessary
fluids; do not however carry out these
operations if you have no experience.
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CHECKING FLUID
LEVELS
fig. 1
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Never smoke while working
in the engine compartment:
gas and inflammable vapours may be
present, with the risk of fire.
WARNING
Be careful!, when topping up
take care not to confuse the
various types of fluids: they
are all incompatible with one
another and could seriously damage
the car.
Version 1.1 and 1.2
(with heater) fig. 1
1. Engine oil
2. Battery
3. Brake fluid
4. Windscreen washer fluid
5. Engine coolant.
F0G0700m
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Version 1.1 and 1.2
(with air conditioning system) fig. 2
1. Engine oil
2. Engine coolant
3. Windscreen washer fluid
4. Brake fluid
5. Battery.
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fig. 2 F0G0701m
fig. 3 F0G0261m
Version 1.3 Multijet - fig. 3
1. Engine oil
2. Engine coolant
3. Windscreen washer fluid
4. Brake fluid
5. Battery.
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If the oil level is near or even below the
MIN mark, add oil through the filler neck
A, until reaching the MAX mark.
Oil level shall never exceed the MAX
mark.
ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION
Max engine oil consumption is usually 400
grams every 1000 km.
When the car is new, the engine needs
to run in, therefore the engine oil con-
sumption can only be considered stabilised
after the first 5,000 ÷ 6,000 km.
IMPORTANT The oil consumption de-
pends on driving style and the conditions
under which the car is used.
IMPORTANT After adding or changing
the oil, let the engine turn over for a few
seconds and wait a few minutes after turn-
ing it off before you check the level.
ENGINE OIL fig. 4, 5 and 6
Check the oil level a few minutes (about
5) after the engine has stopped, with the
car parked on level ground.
Check the level is within the MIN and
MAX marks on the dipstick B.
The interval between the MIN and MAX
marks corresponds to about one litre of
oil.
fig. 4 - Version 1.1 F0G0184m fig. 6 - Version 1.3 Multijet F0G0262m
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fig. 5 - Version 1.2 F0G0106m
When the engine is hot, take
care when working inside the
engine compartment to avoid burns.
Remember that when the engine is
hot, fan may cut in: danger of injury.
Scarves, ties and other loose cloth-
ing might be pulled by moving parts.
WARNING
Do not add oil with specifica-
tions other than that already
in the engine.
Used engine oil and filter con-
tain harmful substances for
the environment. Contact Fi-
at Dealership to have the oil
and filter changed, as they are
equipped to dispose of the waste oil
and filters respecting the nature and
the law.
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WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW
WASHER FLUID fig. 9
To top up, remove the cap A.
Pour a mixture of water and TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC35, in the following
concentrations:
30% TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC35 and
70% water in summer.
50% TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC35 and
50% water in winter.
In case of temperatures below –20°C, use
undiluted TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC35
fluid.
ENGINE COOLANT fig. 7 and 8
The coolant level shall be checked with
cold engine and shall be within the MIN
and MAX marks on the tank.
If the level is low, pour slowly a mixture
of 50% distilled water and 50% PARAFLU
UP of the FL Selenia Group through the
filler neck Auntil the level reaches MAX.
A 50-50 mixture of PARAFLU UP and dis-
tilled water gives freeze protection to
–35°C.
For particularly hard climate conditions,
we recommend use of a 60% Paraflu UP
and 40% demineralized water mixture.
fig. 7 - 1.1 and 1.2 with air
conditioning system - 1.3 Multijet
F0G0107m fig. 8 - 1.1 and 1.2 with heater F0G0182m fig. 9
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The engine cooling system us-
es protective antifreeze fluid
PARAFLU UP. Use the same
fluid type as that already in
the cooling system when topping up.
PARAFLU UP fluid cannot be mixed
with any other type of fluid. Should it
happen, under no circumstances start
the engine; contact a Fiat Dealership.
The cooling system is pres-
surised. If necessary, replace
the cap only with another genuine
one, otherwise system efficiency
could be compromised. Do not re-
move the reservoir cap when the en-
gine is hot: you risk scalding yourself.
WARNING
F0G0183m
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BRAKE FLUID fig. 10
Unscrew cap A: check that the fluid level
in the reservoir is at maximum.
Fluid level in the reservoir shall not exceed
the MAX mark.
If fluid has to be added, it is suggested to
use the brake fluid in table "Fluids and lu-
bricants" (see chapter "Technical charac-
teristics").
NOTE Clean accurately the tank cap A
and the surrounding surface.
At plug opening, pay maximum attention
in order to prevent any impurities from
entering the tank.
For topping up, always use a funnel with
integrated filter with mesh equal to or
lower than 0.12 mm.
Check level through the reservoir.
fig. 10 F0G0109m
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Do not travel with the wind-
screen washer reservoir emp-
ty: the windscreen washer is funda-
mental for improving visibility.
WARNING
Certain commercial addi-
tives for windscreen washers
are inflammable. The engine com-
partment contains hot components
which may set it on fire.
WARNING
Prevent brake fluid, which is
highly corrosive, from coming
into contact with painted
parts. Should it happen, im-
mediately wash with water.
IMPORTANT Brake fluid absorbs mois-
ture, for this reason, if the car is mainly
used in areas with a high degree of at-
mospheric humidity, the fluid should be
replaced at more frequent intervals than
specified in the “Service schedule”.
Brake fluid is poisonous and
highly corrosive. In the event
of accidental contact, wash the parts
involved immediately with neutral
soap and water, then rinse thor-
oughly. Call the doctor immediately
if the fluid is swallowed.
WARNING
The symbol πon the con-
tainer indicates synthetic
brake fluid, distinguishing it from the
mineral kind. Using mineral fluids ir-
reversibly damages the special brak-
ing system rubber seals.
WARNING
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AIR FILTER
REPLACEMENT
(petrol versions) fig. 11 and 12
Release the clips A, remove the cover
front side Band extract the filtering ele-
ment Cto be replaced.
fig. 11 F0G0134m
fig. 12 F0G0135m
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Brake fluid is poisonous and
highly corrosive. In the event
of accidental contact, wash the parts
involved immediately with neutral
soap and water, then rinse thor-
oughly. Call the doctor immediately
if the fluid is swallowed.
WARNING
The symbol πon the con-
tainer indicates synthetic
brake fluid, distinguishing it from the
mineral kind. Using mineral fluids ir-
reversibly damages the special brak-
ing system rubber seals.
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REPLACEMENT
(Diesel versions) fig. 13
Slacken screws D, remove the cover E
and extract the filtering element Fto be
replaced.
POLLEN FILTER
Pollen filter replacement shall be carried
out at a Fiat Dealership.
fig. 13 F0G0263m
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BATTERY
The car fits a low-maintenance battery: no
top-ups with distilled water are needed in
normal conditions of use.
INSPECTING THE CHARGE
AND THE ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
Inspection operations must be carried out
by specialised personnel, following the
prescriptions contained in the Use and
maintenance booklet. Any top-up opera-
tions must be carried out by specialised
personnel and by Fiat Dealership.
Battery liquid is poisonous
and corrosive. Avoid contact
with the skin and eyes. Keep naked
flames and sources of sparks away
from the battery: risk of explosion
and fire.
WARNING
Running the battery with an
excessively low liquid level
will damage the battery beyond re-
pair and even cause an explosion.
WARNING
CHANGING THE BATTERY
If required, replace the battery with a gen-
uine spare part having the same specifi-
cations.
If a battery with different specifications is
fitted, the service intervals given in the
“Service schedule” in this section will no
longer be valid.
Refer therefore to the instructions pro-
vided by the battery manufacturer.
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IMPORTANT If the charge level remains
for a long time under 50%, the battery is
damaged by sulphation, reducing its ca-
pacity and starting attitude.
The battery will also be more at risk of
freezing (e.g. already at -10°C). Refer to
the paragraph “Car inactivity” in “Starting
and driving” if the car is left parked for a
long time.
If after buying the car, you want to install
electric accessories which require per-
manent electric supply (alarm, etc.) con-
tact Fiat Dealership whose qualified per-
sonnel, in addition to suggesting the most
suitable devices, will evaluate the overall
electric absorption, checking whether the
car’s electric system is capable of with-
standing the load required, or whether it
should be integrated with a more power-
ful battery.
Since these devices continue absorbing en-
ergy even when the ignition key is off, they
gradually run down the battery.
USEFUL ADVICE FOR
LENGTHENING THE LIFE OF
YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and length-
en its life, observe the following indica-
tions:
❒
when you park the car, ensure the
doors, tailgate and bonnet are closed
properly;
❒
switch off all lights inside the car: the
car is however equipped with a system
which switches all internal lights off au-
tomatically;
❒
do not keep accessories (e.g. sound sys-
tem, hazard lights, etc.) switched on for
a long time when the engine is not run-
ning;
❒
before performing any operation on the
electrical system, disconnect the bat-
tery negative cable;
❒
battery terminals shall always be per-
fectly tightened.
Incorrect assembly of electric
and electronic devices may
cause severe damage to your
car. Go to a Fiat Dealership if
you want to install accessories (alarms,
mobile phone, etc.): they will suggest
the most suitable devices and advise
you if a higher capacity battery needs
to be installed.
Batteries contain substances
that can be very dangerous
for the environment. t is ad-
visable to have the battery
changed by a Fiat Dealership where it
will be disposed of according to the
law.
If the vehicle must remain
unused for a long time at
very low temperature, remove the
battery and carry it to a warm place,
to avoid freezing.
WARNING
When you must perform any
operation on the battery or
near it, always protect your eyes with
the special goggles.
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WHEELS AND TYRES
Check the pressure of each tyre, includ-
ing the spare, every two weeks and before
long journeys: the pressure should be
checked with the tyre rested and cold.
For the correct tyre inflation pressure, see
“Wheels” in “Technical specifications”
section.
Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre
wear fig. 15:
Anormal pressure: tread evenly worn.
Blow pressure: tread particularly worn
at the edges.
Chigh pressure: tread particularly worn
in the centre.
Tyres must be replaced when the tread
wears down to 1,6 mm. In any case, com-
ply with the laws in the country where the
car is being driven.
fig. 15 F0G0112m
IMPORTANT NOTES
❒
As far as possible, avoid sharp braking
and screech starts etc. Be careful not
to hit the kerb, potholes or other ob-
stacles hard. Driving for long stretch-
es over bumpy roads can damage the
tyres;
❒
periodically check that the tyres have
no cuts in the side wall, abnormal
swelling or irregular tyre wear. If any of
these occur, have the car seen to at a
Fiat Dealership;
❒
avoid overloading the car when travel-
ling: this may cause serious damage to
the wheels and tyres;
❒
if a tyre is punctured, stop immediate-
ly and charge it to avoid damage to the
tyre, the rim, suspensions and steering
system;
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RUBBER HOSES
As far as the brake system and fuel rubber
hoses are concerned, carefully follow the
“Service schedule” in this section.
Indeed ozone, high temperatures and pro-
longed lack of fluid in the system may
cause hardening and cracking of the hoses,
with possible leaks. Careful control is
therefore necessary.
❒
tyres age even if they are not used
much. Cracks in the tread rubber are
a sign of ageing. In any case, if the tyres
have been on the car for over 6 years,
they should be checked by specialised
personnel, to see if they can still be
used. Also remember to check the
spare wheel;
❒
In the case of replacement, always fit
new tyres, avoiding those of dubious
origin;
❒
If a tyre is changed, also change the in-
flation valve;
❒
to allow even wear between the front
and rear tyres, it is advisable to change
them over every 10-15 thousand kilo-
metres, keeping them on the same side
of the car so as not to reverse the di-
rection of rotation.
Remember that road holding
depends also on the correct
tyre inflating pressure.
WARNING
If the pressure is too low the
tyre overheats and this can
cause it serious damage.
WARNING
Do not cross switch the
tyres, moving them from the
right of the car to the left and vice
versa.
WARNING
Never submit alloy rims to
repainting treatments re-
quiring to use temperatures exceed-
ing 150°C. The mechanical properties
of the wheels could be impaired.
WARNING
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WINDSCREEN/
REAR WINDOW
WIPERS
BLADES
Periodically clean the rubber part using
special products; TUTELA PROFES-
SIONAL SC 35 is recommended.
If the rubber blades are bent or worn they
should be replaced. In any case they should
be changed once a year.
A few simple notions can reduce the pos-
sibility of damage to the blades:
❒
if the temperature falls below zero,
make sure that ice has not frozen the
rubber against glass. If necessary, thaw
using an antifreeze product;
❒
remove any snow from the glass: in ad-
dition to protecting the blades, this pre-
vents effort on the motor and over-
heating;
❒
do not operate the windscreen and
rear window wipers on dry glass.
Changing the windscreen
wiper blades fig. 16
Proceed as follows:
❒
raise the windscreen wiper arm Aand
position the blade so that it forms an
angle of 90° with the arm;
❒
press tab Bof the coupling spring and
remove the blade to be replaced from
the arm A;
❒
fit the new blade by inserting the tab in-
to the special slot in the arm. Make sure
it is properly locked into place.
fig. 16 F0G0218m
Driving with worn wiper
blades is a serious hazard,
because visibility is reduced in bad
weather.
WARNING
Changing the rear
window blade fig. 17
Proceed as follows:
❒
raise the cover Aand remove the arm
from the car, slackening the nut Bthat
fastens it to the pivot pin;
❒
fit the new arm, positioning it correct-
ly, and fully tighten the nut;
❒
lower the cover.
fig. 17 F0G0077m
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BODYWORK
PROTECTION FROM
ATMOSPHERIC AGENTS
The main causes of corrosion are the fol-
lowing:
❒
atmospheric pollution;
❒
salty air and humidity (coastal areas, or
hot humid climates);
❒
seasonal environment conditions.
Not to be underestimated is also the abra-
sive action of wind-borne atmospheric
dust and sand and mud and gravel raised
by other vehicles.
On your Fiat Panda, Fiat implemented the
best manufacturing technologies to effec-
tively protect the bodywork against cor-
rosion.
These include:
❒
Painting products and systems which
give the car particular resistance to cor-
rosion and abrasion;
❒
Use of galvanised (or pretreated) steel
sheets, with high resistance to corro-
sion;
❒
Spraying the underbody, engine com-
partment, wheelhouse internal parts
and other parts with highly protective
wax products;
SPRAY NOZZLES
Windscreen wiper fig. 18
If the jet of fluid is inadequate, firstly check
that there is fluid in the reservoir: see
“Checking fluid levels” in this section).
Then check that the nozzle holes are not
clogged, if necessary use a needle.
The windscreen jets are directed by ad-
justing the angle of the nozzles.
Fluid jets shall be directed at about 1/3
height from the window upper edge.
Rear window wiper fig. 19
Rear window washer jets are fixed.
The nozzle holder is on the rear window.
fig. 18 F0G0116m fig. 19 F0G0117m
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❒
spraying of plastic parts, with a protec-
tive function in the more exposed
points: underdoor, inner fender parts,
edges, etc;
❒
Use of “open” boxed sections to pre-
vent condensation and pockets of mois-
ture from triggering rust inside.
BODY AND UNDERBODY
WARRANTY
Your Fiat Panda is covered by warranty
against perforation due to rust of any orig-
inal element of the structure or body.
For the general terms of this warranty, re-
fer to Fiat Warranty Booklet.
ADVICE FOR PRESERVING
THE BODYWORK
Paint
Paintwork does not only serve an aesteth-
ic purpose, but also protects the under-
lying sheet metal.
In the case of deep scrapes or scores, you
are advised to have the necessary touching
up carried out immediately to avoid the for-
mation of rust. For touching up use only
original products (see “Bodywork paint
identification plate” in section “Technical
specifications”).
Normal paint maintenance consists in
washing at intervals depending on the con-
ditions and environment of use. For exam-
ple, in highly polluted areas, or if the roads
are sprayed with salt, it is wise to wash the
car more frequently.
To correctly wash the car:
❒
remove the aerial from the roof to pre-
vent damage to it if the car is washed in
an automatic system;
❒
wash the body using a low pressure jet
of water;
❒
wipe a sponge with a slightly soapy so-
lution over the bodywork, frequently
rinsing with the sponge;
❒
rinse well with water and dry with a jet
of air or a chamois leather.
When drying, take particular care with the
less visible parts like door surrounds, bon-
net and around the headlights where wa-
ter may stagnate. The car should not be
taken to a closed area immediately, but left
in the open so that residual water can
evaporate.
Do not wash the car after it has been left
in the sun or with the bonnet hot: this may
alter the shine of the paintwork.
Windows
Use specific window cleaner products.
Use also clean cloths to avoid scratching
the glass or damaging the transparency.
IMPORTANT The inside of the
rearscreen should be wiped gently with a
cloth in the direction of the filaments to
avoid damaging the heating device.
Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned in
the same way as the rest of the car.
Where possible, do not park under trees;
the resinous substance many species re-
lease give the paint a dull appearance and
increase the possibility of triggering rust
processes.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings must be
washed off immediately and thoroughly as
the acid they contain is particularly ag-
gressive.
Detergents cause water pollu-
tion. Therefore the engine
compartment should be
washed in areas equipped for
collecting and purifying the liquid used
in the washing process.
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CLEANING SEATS AND FABRIC
AND VELVET PARTS
Use a soft brush or vacuum cleaner to re-
move dust. Velvet is cleaned better if the
brush is moistened.
Rub the seats with a sponge moistened
with a solution of water and neutral de-
tergent.
INTERIOR PLASTIC PARTS
For routine cleaning of interior plastic
parts use a soft cloth moistened with wa-
ter and neutral soap. Remove grease or
persisting stains using appropriate solvent-
free products designed to preserve ap-
pearance and colour of plastic compo-
nents.
IMPORTANT Never use spirit or petro-
leum to clean the instrument panel.
INTERIORS
Periodically check that water is not
trapped under the mats (due to water
dripping off shoes, umbrellas, etc.) which
could cause oxidisation of the sheet met-
al.
Engine compartment
At the end of the winter the engine com-
partment should be carefully washed,
without directing the jet against electron-
ic control units. Contact a specialised
workshop to have this done.
IMPORTANT The car should be washed
with the engine cold and the ignition key
at STOP. After washing make sure that
the various protections (e.g. rubber caps
and various covers) have not been dam-
aged or removed.
Front headlights
IMPORTANT Never use aromatic sub-
stances (e.g.: petrol) or ketones (e.g.: ace-
tone) for cleaning front headlight plastic
lens.
Never use flammable prod-
ucts like oil ether or rectified
petrol for cleaning car interiors. Elec-
trostatic discharges generated by rub-
bing during cleaning operations could
cause fire.
WARNING
Do not keep aerosol cans in
the car: they might explode.
Aerosol cans must never be exposed
to a temperature above 50° C. The
temperature inside the car exposed
to the sun may go well beyond that
figure.
WARNING
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IDENTIFICATION DATA ................................................. 178
ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS............... 180
ENGINE .................................................................................. 181
FUEL FEED/IGNITION ....................................................... 182
TRANSMISSION .................................................................. 182
BRAKES ................................................................................... 183
SUSPENSIONS....................................................................... 183
STEERING............................................................................... 183
WHEELS .................................................................................. 184
DIMENSIONS......................................................................... 187
PERFORMANCE ................................................................... 188
WEIGHTS ............................................................................... 189
CAPACITIES .......................................................................... 190
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS.............................................. 191
FUEL CONSUMPTION ....................................................... 193
CO2EMISSIONS .................................................................. 194
RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL ............... 195
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MODEL PLATE fig. 2
The plate is to be found on the left side of
the boot floor and it bears the following
identification data:
BHomologation number.
CVehicle type code.
DChassis number.
EMaximum vehicle weight fully loaded.
FMaximum vehicle weight fully loaded
with trailer.
GMaximum vehicle weight on front axle.
HMaximum vehicle weight on rear axle.
IEngine type.
LBody version code.
MSpare part code.
NSmoke opacity index (for diesel en-
gines).
IDENTIFICATION DATA
You are advised to note the identification
codes. The identification data stamped and
given on the plates and their position are
the following fig. 1:
1Model plate.
2Chassis marking.
3Bodywork paint identification plate.
4Engine marking.
fig. 1 F0G0219m
fig. 2 F0G0702m
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CHASSIS MARKING fig. 4
The plate is to be found on the right side
of the boot floor and it bears the follow-
ing identification data:
❒
car model (ZFA 169000);
❒
chassis number.
ENGINE MARKING
Engine marking is stamped on the cylinder
block and includes the model and the
chassis number.
BODYWORK PAINT
IDENTIFICATION PLATE fig. 3
The plate is applied on the external tail-
gate post (left side) and it bears the fol-
lowing data:
APaint manufacturer.
BColour name.
CFiat colour code.
DRespray and touch up code.
fig. 3 F0G0114m fig. 4 F0G0220m
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ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS
Versions Engine code Body version
1.1
Actual - Active 187A1000
(4-seat - euro 3) 169AXA1A 00
(5-seat - euro 3) 169AXA1A 00B
(4-seat - euro 4) 169AXA1A 00C
(5-seat - euro 4) 169AXA1A 00D
1.2
Dynamic - Emotion 188A4000
(4-seat - euro 3) 169AXB1A 01
(5-seat - euro 3) 169AXB1A 01B
(4-seat - euro 4) 169AXB1A 01C
(5-seat - euro 4) 169AXB1A 01D
(*) Ecopack
(4-seat - euro 4) 169AXB1A 01E
(5-seat - euro 4) 169AXB1A 01F
1.3 Multijet 70HP
Dynamic - Emotion 188A8000
(4-seat - euro 4) 169AXC1A 03
(5-seat - euro 4) 169AXC1A 03B
1.3 Multijet 75HP
Dynamic - Emotion 169A1000
(4 posti - euro 4) 169AXD1A 06 ()
(5 posti - euro 4) 169AXD1A 06B ()
() Version with DPF
(*) Extended ratios to reduce CO2emissions
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ENGINE
GENERAL INFORMATION
Engine code
Cycle
Number and layout of cylinders
Piston bore and stroke mm
Total displacement cm3
Compression ratio
Maximum power (EEC) kW
HP
corresponding ratio rpm
Maximum torque (EEC) Nm
kgm
corresponding ratio rpm
Spark plugs
Fuel
1.3 Multijet 70HP
188A8000
Diesel
4 in line
69.6 x 82
1248
18 : 1
51
70
4000
145
14.8
1500
–
Diesel fuel for
motor vehicles
(Specification EN 590)
1.3 Multijet 75HP
169A1000
Diesel
4 in line
69.6 x 82
1248
17.6 : 1
55
75
4000
145
14.8
1500
–
Diesel fuel for
motor vehicles
(Specification EN 590)
1.1
187A1000
Otto
4 in line
70 x 72
1108
9.6 : 1
40
54
5000
88
9.0
2750
NGK DCPR7E-N-10
BOSCH YR7DEU
Unleaded petrol
95 R.O.N.
1.2
188A4000
Otto
4 in line
70.8 x 78.86
1242
9.8 : 1
44
60
5000
102
10.4
2500
NGK DCPR7E-N-10
BOSCH YR7DEU
Unleaded petrol
95 R.O.N.
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FUEL FEED/IGNITION
1.1 - 1.2 1.3 Multijet
Fuel feed Multipoint sequential phased Direct injection with electronically
electronic injection, returnless system controlled Multijet “Common Rail”,
turbo and intercooler
Modifications or repairs to the fuel feed system that are not carried out properly or do not take the system’s
technical specifications into account can cause malfunctions leading to the risk of fire.
WARNING
TRANSMISSION
1.1 - 1.2 - 1.3 Multijet
Gearbox
Clutch
Drive
Five forward gears and reverse with synchromesh for
forward gear engagement
Self-adjusting pedal without idle stroke
Front
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disc (self-ventilating for 1.3 Multijet engine)
drum, self-centering shoes with control cylinder for each wheel
controlled by hand lever, it works on rear brakes
SUSPENSIONS
1.1 - 1.2 - 1.3 Multijet
Front
Rear
STEERING
1.1 - 1.2 - 1.3 Multijet
Type
Minimum steering
cycle m
Mc Pherson independent wheels, mechanical cross member,
shock absorbers and helical springs; stabiliser bar for versions with electric
power steering.
twisting axle with interconnected wheels; twisting axle and
two tubular arms with shock absorbers and helical springs.
rack and pinion with electric power steering (where provided)
9.1
BRAKES
1.1 - 1.2 - 1.3 Multijet
Service brakes:
– front
– rear
Parking brake
IMPORTANT Water, ice and antifreeze salt on roads may deposit on the brake discs thus reducing braking efficiency at first braking.
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UNDERSTANDING TYRE
MARKING fig. 5
Example: 155/80 R 13 79T
155 = Nominal width (S, distance be-
tween sidewalls in mm).
80 = Percentage height/width ratio (H/
S).
R = Radial tyre.
13 = Rim diameter in inches (Ø).
79 = Load rating.
T = Maximum speed rating.
WHEELS
RIMS AND TYRES
Pressed steel or alloy rims. Tubeless tyres
with radial carcass. The homologated tyres
are listed in the Log book.
IMPORTANT In the event of discrepan-
cies between the information provided on
this “Owner handbook” and the “Log
book”, consider the specifications shown
in the log book only.
Attaining to the prescribed size, to ensure
safety of the car in movement, it must be
fitted with tyres of the same make and
type on all wheels.
IMPORTANT Do not use inner tubes
with Tubeless tyres.
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fig. 5 F0G0111m
SPACE-SAVER SPARE WHEEL
Pressed steel rim. Tubeless tyre.
WHEEL GEOMETRY
Front wheel toe-in measured from rim to
rim: 0 ± 1 mm
The values refer to the car in running or-
der.
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Load rating
70 = 335 kg 81 = 462 kg
71 = 345 kg 82 = 475 kg
72 = 355 kg 83 = 487 kg
73 = 365 kg 84 = 500 kg
74 = 375 kg 85 = 515 kg
75 = 387 kg 86 = 530 kg
76 = 400 kg 87 = 545 kg
77 = 412 kg 88 = 560 kg
78 = 425 kg 89 = 580 kg
79 = 437 kg 90 = 600 kg
80 = 450 kg 91 = 615 kg
Maximum speed rating
Q= up to 160 km/h.
R= up to 170 km/h.
S= up to 180 km/h.
T= up to 190 km/h.
U= up to 200 km/h.
H= up to 210 km/h.
V= up to 240 km/h.
Maximum speed rating
for snow tyres
QM + S = up to 160 km/h.
TM + S = up to 190 km/h.
HM + S = up to 210 km/h.
UNDERSTANDING RIM
MARKING fig. 5
Example: 5,00 B x 13 H2
5,00 = rim width in inches 1.
B = rim drop centre outline (side pro-
jection where the tyre bead rests)
2.
13 = rim nominal diameter in inches
(corresponds to diameter of the
tyre to be mounted) 3= Ø.
H2 = “hump” shape and number (relief
on the circumference holding the
Tubeless tyre bead on the rim).
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5,00 B x 13 H2
(steel)
5J x 14 H2
(alloy)
4,50 B 13 H
S135/80 B13 82M
135/80 R13 82P
155/80 R 13 79T
165/65 R 14 79T
155/80 R 13 79T M+S
165/65 R 14 79T M+S
2.0
2.0
2.2
2.2
2.0
2.0
2.2
2.2
2.3
2.3
2.2
2.2
2.2
2.2
2.2
2.2
2.2
2.2
1.8
1.8
1.8
1.8
1.8
1.8
155/80 R 13 79T
165/65 R 14 79T
155/80 R 13 79T
165/65 R 14 79T
155/80 R 13 79T M+S
165/65 R 14 79T M+S
2.8
165/65 R 14 79T
(only for
Dynamic versions)
2.8
COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE (bar)
Add +0.3 bar to the prescribed inflation pressure when the tyres are warm.
Recheck pressure value with cold tyres.
Versions Tyre Medium load Full load Space-saverspare
Front Rear Front Rear wheel
Petrol
Multijet
Snow tyres
Version Rim Standard Snow Optional Space-saverspare wheel
tyre tyre tyre Rim Tyre
Actual
Active
Dynamic
Emotion
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DIMENSIONS
Dimensions are expressed in mm and re-
fer to the car fitted with standard tyres.
The height refers to the car unladen.
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F0G0703m
fig. 6
Versions A B C D E F G H
Saloon 3538 713 2299 526 1578 (**) 1357 (*) 1578 1366 (*)
(*) Track measurements may vary according to rim size.
(**) Without longitudinal bars mm. 1540
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BOOT VOLUME
Unladen boot volume (V.D.A. Standards) in dm3
Single and double Rear sliding
rear seat seat
Under rear parcel shelf with rear seat
in normal position
At waist edge with rear seat back rest folded
Max. to roof with rear seat back rest folded
Max. to roof with rear seat back rest folded
(with sunroof)
(*) With seat completely backward
(**) With seat completely forward
206
490
860
815
176 (*) / 235 (**)
416
786
741
PERFORMANCE
Top admitted speed after initial car use in km/h.
1.1
Actual
Active
1.2
Dynamic
Emotion
1.3 Multijet 70CV
Dynamic
Emotion
1.3 Multijet 75CV
Dynamic
Emotion
150
150
155
155
160
160
165
165
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1.3 Multijet
935
445
750
660
1380
900
400
50
60
1.2
860
445
730
660
1305
800
400
50
60
1.1
840
415
730
640
1255
800
350
50
60
WEIGHTS
Weights (kg)
Weight empty (including fluids,
90% fuel in the tank and no optional)
Payload (*) including the driver:
Maximum admitted loads (**)
– front axle:
– rear axle:
– total:
Towable loads
– trailer with brakes:
– trailer without brakes:
Maximum load on roof (***):
Maximum load on tow hitch
(trailer with brakes):
(*) If special equipment is fitted (sunroof, tow hitch, etc.) the unladen car weight increases, thus reducing the specified payload.
(**) Loads not be exceeded. The driver is responsible for arranging the loads in the boot and/or on the roof so that they
comply with these limits.
(***) Lineaccessori Fiat roof rack, max capacity: 50 kg.
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1.3 Multijet
35 (▲)
5 (▲)
4.6
2.5 (●)
2.8 (●)
1.65
0.55
0.40
1.8
1.2
35
5
4.6
2.5
2.8
1.65
0.55
0.40
1.8
1.1
35
5
4.6
3.1
3.5
1.65
0.55
0.40
1.8
CAPACITIES
Fuel tank: litres
including a reserve of: litres
Engine cooling system:
litres
Engine sump: litres
Engine sump and filter: litres
Gearbox/differential casing:
litres
Hydraulic brake circuit:
- with ABS kg
- without ABS kg
Windscreen and rear window
washer fluid reservoir: litres
(❑) For particularly hard climate conditions, we recommend use of a 60% Paraflu UP and 40% demineralized water mixture.
Specified fuels and
recommended products
Unleaded petrol with no less
than 95 R.O.N.
(▲) Diesel fuel for motor vehi-
cles (Specification EN590)
Mixture of distilled water and
PARAFLU UP at 50% (❑)
SELENIA 20K
(●) SELENIA WR
TUTELA CAR ZC 75 SYNTH
TUTELA TOP 4
Mixture of water and
TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
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FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS AND THEIR SPECIFICATIONS
Use Fluid and lubricant specifications Original fluids and Change
for correct car operation lubricants
Oils for
petrol engines
Oils for
diesel engines
(1.3 Multijet
versions)
For regular operation of Multijet versions with DPF, use only original oil. In an emergency (lacking the original product) only top up
with max. 0,5 l and then drive immediately to the nearest Fiat Dealership.
If using non original SAE 5W-40 products, oils with minimum ACEA A3 specifications for petrol engines and ACEA B4 specifica-
tions for Diesel engines are admitted; in this event top engine performance is not guaranteed.
Use of products with low-quality properties than ACEA A3 and ACEA B4 could cause damages to the engine that are not covered
by the warranty.
For very cold climate conditions, ask Fiat Dealership for the appropriate Selenia product to use.
Synthetic-based oils, grade
SAE 10W-40, that pass ACEA A3 and API SL
specifications.
Synthetic-based oils, grade
SAE 5W- 40, that pass
ACEA B4, API CF and FIAT 9.55535- M2
specifications.
SELENIA 20K
SELENIA WR
According to
Service Schedule
According to
Service Schedule
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Synthetic oil SAE 75W- 80 EP, that passes
API GL5, MIL - L - 2105 D LEV specifications.
Molibdenum organic disulphide, lithium soap based
grease. N.L.G.I. 2 consistency
Lithium soap based grease.
N.L.G.I.O. consistency
Synthetic fluid FMVSS no. 116 DOT 4, ISO 4925
SAE J1704, CUNA NC 956- 01
Red protective with antifreeze action, based on in-
hibited monoethylen glycol with organic formula
based on O.A.T,
That passes CUNA NC 956-16, ASTM D 3306
specifications
Mixture of alcohol, water and surfactants CUNA
NC 956-II
Additive for diesel fuels with protective action for
Diesel engines
TUTELA CAR ZC
75 SYNTH
TUTELA
STAR 500
TUTELA MRM
ZERO
TUTELA TOP 4
PARAFLU UP (*)
TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL
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DIESEL MIX
Use Fluid and lubricant specifications Recommended fluids Applications
for correct car operation and lubricants
Lubricants and greases
for transmission
Brake fluids
Protective agent
for radiators
Windscreen/
rear window
washer fluid
Diesel fuel
additive
(*) IMPORTANT Do not top up or mix with fluids having characteristics different from those specified.
(❑) For particularly hard climate conditions, we recommend use of a 60% Paraflu UP and 40% demineralized water mixture.
Mechanical gearbox
and differential
CV joints
on wheel side
CV joints
on differential side
Brake and clutch hy-
draulic controls
Radiator antifreeze
proportion: 50% dis-
tilled water and 50%
PARAFLU UP (❑)
To be used diluted or
undiluted in wind-
screen/rear window
washer/wiper sys-
tems
To be mixed with the
fuel oil (25 cc per 10
litres)
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❒
extra-urban cycle: frequent accelerat-
ing in all gears, simulating extraurban
use of the car: speed varies between 0
and 120 km/h;
❒
combined consumption: is calculated
weighing about 37% of urban cycle con-
sumption and about 63% of extraurban
consumption.
FUEL CONSUMPTION
The fuel consumption figures given in the
table below are determined on the basis
of the homologation tests set down by
specific European Directives.
The procedures below are followed for
measuring consumption:
❒
urban cycle: cold starting followed by
driving that simulates urban use of the
car;
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IMPORTANT The type of route, traffic
situations, weather conditions, driving
style, general conditions of the car, trim
level/equipment/accessories, load, climate
control system, roof rack, other situations
that affect air drag may lead to different
fuel consumption levels than those mea-
sured.
Fuel consumption according to 1999/100/EC Directive (litres x 100 km)
Versions Urban Extra-urban Combined
1.1
Actual - Active 7.2 4.8 5.7
1.2
Dynamic - Emotion 7.1 4.8 5.6
(*) Ecopack 7.0 4.6 5.5
1.3 Multijet 70HP
Dynamic - Emotion 5.4 3.7 4.3
1.3 Multijet 75HP
Dynamic - Emotion 5.3 3.7 4.3
(*) Extended ratios to reduce CO2emissions
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DASHBOARD
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SAFETY
DEVICES
CORRECT USE
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MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
CO2EMISSIONS
The CO2emission levels at the exhaust given in the following tables refer to combined consumption.
Versions CO2emissions
according to 1999/100/CE Directive (g/km)
1.1
Actual - Active 135
1.2
Dynamic - Emotion 133
(*) Ecopack 129
1.3 Multijet 70HP
Dynamic - Emotion 114
1.3 Multijet 75HP
Dynamic - Emotion 113
(*) Extended ratios to reduce CO2emissions
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TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
CZ
SK
RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL
Conformity certifications to EC and national requirements
EC and Countries applying these Directives
Czech Republic
Slovak Republic
Poland CLBT/C/120/2003 – CLBT/C/121/2003
South Africa TA-2003/050 – TA-2003/049
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Bonnet .................................................. 63
Boot........................................................ 60
– extension......................................... 62
– opening/closing ......................... 60-61
– removing the rear parcel shelf .. 62
Boot light .............................................. 51
– bulb replacement........................... 145
Brakes..................................................... 183
– fluid level ........................................ 165
– technical data ................................ 183
Bulb (replacement) ............................. 136
– general instructions ..................... 136
– types of bulbs ................................ 137
Capacities ............................................ 190
Car inactivity ....................................... 112
Car maintenance ................................. 155
– additional checks .......................... 159
– Annual Inspection Schedule ....... 159
– climate control system ............ 43-47
– scheduled service ......................... 156
– Service Schedule ........................... 157
Carrying children safely ..................... 87
Ceiling lights ......................................... 50
– boot light ........................................ 51
– front ................................................ 50
Central door locking system ............ 57
Chassis (marking) ............................... 179
Child lock .............................................. 58
Child restraint systems
– "Isofix type" .................................. 91
– Passenger’s seat compliance ..... 89
Cigar lighter .......................................... 53
Clutch..................................................... 182
CO2emissions..................................... 194
Code Card ........................................... 8
Consumption ....................................... 193
– engine oil ........................................ 163
– fuel ................................................... 293
Containing running costs .................. 106
Controls ................................................ 52
Control buttons .................................. 52
Correct use of the car ...................... 101
Dashboard ........................................... 5
Demisting the windows........... 40-42-46
Digital clock .............................. 18-20-25
Digital display ....................................... 18
Dimensions .......................................... 187
Dipped beam headlights .................... 48
– bulb replacement........................... 140
– control ............................................ 48
Direction indicators ........................... 48
– control ............................................ 48
ABS ...................................................... 67
Accessories purchased
by the owner .................................... 77
Air bag .................................................. 93
– front air bag driver’s side ........... 94
– front air bag passenger’s side ..... 95
– Side bags and
Window bags.................................. 96
Air filter ................................................ 166
Air recirculation ....................... 39-41-45
Air vents ............................................... 38
Ashtray................................................... 53
At the filling station ............................ 190
Automatic climate control system .. 44
Battery.................................................. 168
– checking the charge ..................... 168
– important notes ............................ 160
– jump starting .................................. 125
– recharging ...................................... 152
– replacing ......................................... 168
– useful advice.................................... 169
Bodywork.............................................. 173
– maintenance .................................. 174
– protection ....................................... 173
– version codes ................................ 180
– warranty ......................................... 174
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Fiat CODE (system) ......................... 7
Fix & Go (tyre repair kit) ................. 132
Flashing the headlights ....................... 48
Fluid levels ............................................ 161
– checks ............................................. 161
Fluids and lubricants ........................... 191
Follow me home (device) ................. 49
Front ceiling lights .............................. 50
– bulb replacement........................... 144
– control ............................................ 50
Front fog lights .................................... 52
– bulb replacement .......................... 141
– control button .............................. 52
Fuel ........................................................ 190
– consumption................................... 193
– cut-off switch.................................. 52
– level gauge....................................... 17
– refuelling......................................78-190
– tank capacity................................... 190
Fuel feed/ignition ................................ 182
Fuel filler cap ....................................... 78
Fuel lid ................................................... 78
Fuel level gauge ................................... 17
Fuses (replacement) ........................... 146
Gearbox .............................................. 105
– technical data ................................ 182
– using manual gearbox .................. 105
Glass holder ......................................... 54
Glove box/oddment compartment.. 54
Handbrake .......................................... 104
Hazard lights ........................................ 52
Head restraints..................................... 34
Headlight washer ................................. 49
– control ............................................ 49
– fluid level ........................................ 164
Headlights.............................................. 65
– adjustment abroad......................... 67
– beam adjustment .......................... 66
– front fog light adjustment ........... 66
– headlight slant adjusting device . 66
Heated rear window .......................... 52
Heating and ventilation system ........ 38
Hill Holder system .............................. 70
Identification data .............................. 178
Ignition switch ..................................... 11
In an emergency .................................. 123
Instrument panel ................................. 13
– light adjustment.............................. 21
Instruments .......................................... 16
Interior fittings .................................... 53
Interiors ................................................ 175
Isofix Type (child restraint system) 91
Jack ........................................................ 127
Jacking the car ..................................... 153
Key with remote control ................ 9
– front bulb replacement ............... 139
– rear bulb replacement ................. 142
– side bulb replacement ................. 140
Door lock ............................................. 57
Door unlocking ................................... 57
Doors..................................................... 57
Dualdrive (Electrical
power steering) ................................ 72
– activation/deactivation ................. 52
EDB system ......................................... 68
Electrical power steering
“Dualdrive” ....................................... 72
– activation/deactivation ................. 52
Electrical socket .................................. 55
Engine
– identification code ........................ 180
– marking ........................................... 179
– technical data ................................ 181
Engine compartment (washing) ........ 175
Engine coolant fluid level .................. 164
Engine coolant temperature gauge . 17
Engine oil .............................................. 163
– consumption .................................. 163
– level check....................................... 163
– specifications ................................. 191
EOBD (system) ................................... 72
ESP system ............................................ 69
External lights ...................................... 48
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Power windows .................................. 59
Presetting for mounting the
“Isofix type” child restraint system.. 91
Pretensioners ...................................... 84
Protecting the environment ............. 79
Radio frequency remote control .... 195
– battery replacement .................... 11
– request for additional
remote controls............................. 11
Radio transmitters and
cellular telephones ........................... 77
Rear fog lights ...................................... 52
– bulb replacement .......................... 142
– control button .............................. 52
Rear sliding seats.................................. 33
Rear window washer .......................... 50
– control ............................................ 50
– fluid level ........................................ 164
Rear window wiper ........................... 50
– blades .............................................. 172
– control ............................................ 50
– nozzles ............................................ 173
Rearview mirrors................................. 36
– door mirrors ................................. 37
– driving mirror ................................ 36
– electric mirrors ............................. 37
Reconfigurable multifunction
display.................................................. 21
Rev counter .......................................... 16
Reversing light ..................................... 142
Roof rack/ski rack .............................. 65
Rubber hoses ....................................... 171
Safety devices ..................................... 81
Seat adjustment ................................... 32
Seat belts ............................................... 82
– general instructions ..................... 85
– height adjustment ......................... 82
– load limiters ................................... 85
– maintenance .................................. 86
– pretensioners ................................ 84
– use ................................................... 82
Seats ...................................................... 32
– cleaning ........................................... 175
– manually adjustable front seats .. 32
– rear sliding seats ........................... 33
Side/taillights ........................................ 48
– control ............................................ 48
– front bulb replacement................. 139
– rear bulb replacement.................. 142
Smart washing ..................................... 49
Snow chains ......................................... 111
Sound system ...................................... 76
Spark plugs ............................................ 181
Speedometer ........................................ 16
Starting the engine ............................. 102
– bump starting ................................ 126
– diesel engines ................................ 103
– battery replacement .................... 11
– request for additional remote
controls .......................................... 11
Key without remote control ........... 9
Load limiters ...................................... 85
Main beam headlights ....................... 48
– bulb replacement .......................... 140
– control ............................................ 48
– flashing ............................................ 48
Manual climate control system ........ 41
MSR system........................................... 71
Multifunction display ........................... 19
Number plate light ............................ 143
Oddment compartments.................. 54
Paint ..................................................... 174
Parking .................................................. 104
Parking lights ........................................ 48
Parking sensors .................................... 74
Passenger's compartment
heating ...................................... 39-39-44
Performance ........................................ 188
Plates ...................................................... 178
– bodywork paint identification
plate ................................................. 179
– model plate .................................... 178
Pollen filter ........................................... 167
Power socket ...................................... 55
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– snow tyres ..................................... 111
– standard tyres ................................ 186
– understanding tyre marking ....... 184
Using the manual gearbox .............. 105
Ventilation ............................... 39-41-46
Warning lights and messages ......... 113
Weights ................................................ 189
Wheel ................................................... 184
– changing .......................................... 126
– spare wheel ................................... 184
Wheel geometry ................................. 184
Wheel rims .......................................... 184
– understanding rim marking ........ 185
Window (washing/cleaning) ............. 174
Window winders ................................. 59
Windscreen/rear window
washer fluid level ............................. 164
Windscreen/rear window
wiper blades ...................................... 172
Windscreen washer ............................ 49
– control ............................................ 49
– fluid level ........................................ 164
Windscreen wiper............................... 49
– blades .............................................. 172
– control ............................................ 49
– nozzles ............................................ 179
– emergency start-up ........... 103-124
– ignition switch ............................... 11
– jump starting .................................. 125
– petrol engines ............................... 102
– stopping the engine....................... 104
– warming up the engine ................ 103
Steering .................................................. 183
Steering column lock ......................... 12
Steering wheel (adjustment) ............ 36
Sunroof .................................................. 55
Sun visors ............................................. 53
Suspensions .......................................... 183
Symbols ................................................. 7
Tailgate ................................................ 60
Technical specifications ..................... 177
Third brake light ................................. 143
Tools ..................................................... 128
Top speeds ........................................... 188
Towing the car .................................... 153
Towing trailers .................................... 107
– tow hook installation ................... 108
Transmission ........................................ 182
Trip computer...................................... 29
Tyre pressure ...................................... 186
Tyres ..................................................... 184
– changing .......................................... 126
– inflation pressure .......................... 186
– maintenance .................................. 170
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PROVISIONS FOR THE PROCESSING OF A VEHICLE
AT THE END OF ITS LIFE-CYCLE
For years now Fiat has been developing its global commitment towards the safeguarding and protection of the Environment through
the continuous improvement of its production processes and the making of increasingly more “eco friendly” products. With a view
to guaranteeing the best possible service to clients in full observance of environmental standards and in response to the obligations
imposed by European Directive 2000/53/EC on end-of-life vehicles, Fiat offers its clients the possibility to hand in their vehicle* at
the end of its life span without additional costs.
The European Directive, in fact, provides for the take-back of the vehicle without the last holder or owner of the same incurring
expenses due to the fact that the market value of the vehicle is zero or negative. In particular, in almost all of the countries of the
European Union, up until 1st January 2007, take-back of the vehicle free of charge only applies to vehicles registered from 1 July 2002
on, while, from 2007 on, take-back will be carried out free of charge, independently of the year of registration, provided that the
vehicle still contains all its essential component parts (especially engine and body) and is free from additional waste materials.
Our contracted network of authorised treatment facilities has been carefully selected in order to provide a quality service to our
customers by de-polluting and recycling “End of Life Vehicles” to approved environmental standards. To find out the location of your
nearest authorised treatment facility, offering free of charge take-back, simply contact one of our dealers or refer to the Fiat web
site or call the toll free number 00800 3428 0000.
*Passenger transportation vehicles to seat a max. of nine persons, having a total admissible weight of 3.5 t
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FUEL CAPACITIES (litres)
1.1 1.2 1.3 Multijet
Tank capacity 35 35 35
Reserve 5 5 5
Refuel petrol engines with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) no lower than 95 only (EN 228 Specifications)
Refuel diesel engines with diesel fuel for motor vehicles only (EN 590 Specifications)
Fiat Group Automobiles S.p.A. - Quality - Assistenza Tecnica - Ingegneria Assistenziale
Largo Senatore G. Agnelli, 5 - 10040 Volvera - Torino (Italia)
Print N:. 603.81.224 - 07/2007 - 1
st
Edition
COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE (bar)
Add +0.3 bar to the prescribed inflation pressure when the tyres are warm.
In any case, check the correct value again when the tyres are cold.
Medium load Full load
Front
2.0
2.0
2.2
2.2
2.0
Rear
1.8
1.8
1.8
1.8
1.8
Front
2.2
2.2
2.3
2.3
2.2
Rear
2.2
2.2
2.2
2.2
2.2
Space-saverspare
wheel
2.8
2.8
Tyre
155/80 R 13 79T
165/65 R 14 79T (*)
155/80 R 13 79T
165/65 R 14 79T (*)
155/80 R 13 79T M+S
165/65 R 14 79T M+S
Versions
Petrol
Multijet
Snow tyres
(*) Standard on Emotion versions and optional on Dynamic versions.
ENGINE OIL CHANGE (litres)
1.1 1.2 1.3 Multijet
Engine sump 3.1 2.5 2.85
Engine sump and filter 3.5 2.8 3.0
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