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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

and

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

(personal safety)

(environmental protection) !(the car’s wellbeing).

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AND CONTROLS

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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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.

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

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

coming on when

driving

❒

If the warning light

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

will not come on.

❒

If the warning light

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

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

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

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

❒

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

❒

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

❒

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

❒

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

❒

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

❒

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

❒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

❒

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

❒

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

❒

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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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-

);

❒

to activate or to deactivate air recirculation

(button

T-

);

❒

to activate fast window demisting/de-

frosting (button

);

❒

to select air distribution (buttons

¥w

μ-

G H I

);

❒

to select fan speed (buttons

ÕÔ-

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.

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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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-

sages”.

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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

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

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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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.

WARNING

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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

remains lit together with

warning light

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

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

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

and

on the in-

strument panel will turn on;

❒

Wait for the warning lights

and

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

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

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 holeExisting hole

Standard tow ball

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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LIGHTS AND

MESSAGES

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.

If the warning light

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.

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.

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.

INEFFICIENT

EBD

ELECTRONIC

BRAKING

DISTRIBUTOR (red) (amber)

The turning on at the same time of warn-

ing lights

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.

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.

If the warning light

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

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.

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.

“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.

If warning light

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

(

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

“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.

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

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

❒

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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fig. 9 F0G0233m

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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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W5W

PY21W

W5W

PY21W

P21/5W

P21W

C5W

W5W

C5W

W5W

60/55

21/5

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

❒

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

❒

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

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

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

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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7.5

–

7.5

F31

F35

F37

F41

F45

F46

F49

F50

F51

F54

F12

F13

F38

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

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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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

7.5

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

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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

10/20

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

●●●●●●●●●

●●●

●●●●●●●●●

●

●● ●●

●●

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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20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180

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●● ●●●●● ●●

●●

●

●●●●

●●

●● ●●●●● ●●

(

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)(

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)(

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)(

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)(

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)(

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)(

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)(

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)(

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)

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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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MAINTENANCE

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.

WARNING

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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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MAINTENANCE

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.

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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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SPECIFICATIONS

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

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

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

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

5000

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

5000

102

10.4

2500

NGK DCPR7E-N-10

BOSCH YR7DEU

Unleaded petrol

95 R.O.N.

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TECHNICAL

SPECIFICATIONS

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)

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

2.2

2.0

2.2

2.3

2.2

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

(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

155

160

165

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1.3 Multijet

935

445

750

660

1380

900

400

1.2

860

445

730

660

1305

800

400

1.1

840

415

730

640

1255

800

350

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

4.6

2.5

2.8

1.65

0.55

0.40

1.8

1.1

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

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