2006 FIAT DUCATO ABS

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MAINTENANCEIMPORTANTThe 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 vehicle 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.
fig. 12F0N0110m
Bright whiteTop up electrolyte Contact FiatcolourDealership
Dark colourLow charge level Charge the battery
without green area (advisable to
in the centrecontact Fiat Dealership)
Dark colour Electrolyte level and No action
with green area charge sufficient
in the centre
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.Incorrect fitting of electrical
and electronic accessories can
seriously damage the vehicle.
If after buying the vehicle, you
want to install electric accessories
which require permanent electric sup-
ply (alarm, free-hand phone kit, etc.)
contact Fiat Dealership whose qualified
personnel, in addition to suggesting the
most suitable devices, will evaluate the
overall electric absorption, checking
whether the vehicle electric system is
capable of withstanding the load re-
quired, or whether it should be inte-
grated with a more powerful battery.
Batteries contain substances
that are very harmful for the
environment. You are advised
to have the battery changed
at a Fiat Dealership, which is properly
equipped for disposing of used batter-
ies respecting nature and the law.
If the vehicle is left inactive
for long periods at cold, re-
move the battery and store it in a
warm place to prevent freezing.
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❒do not keep accessories (e.g.: sound
system, hazard lights, etc.) switched on
for a long time when the engine is not
running;
❒before performing any operation on
the electrical system, disconnect the
battery negative cable;
❒battery terminals shall always be per-
fectly tightened.
IMPORTANT A battery which is kept at
a charge of less than 50% (optical indica-
tor with dark colour without green area
in the middle) for any length of time will
be damaged by sulphation leading to a re-
duction in cranking power.
Moreover, this might lead to a higher risk
of the battery electrolyte freezing (this
may even occur at –10° C). If the vehicle
is inactive for a long period of time, refer
to “Vehicle inactivity”, in section “Correct
use of the vehicle”. 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 vehicle, ensure the
doors are closed properly. The ceiling
lights must be off;
❒turn the ceiling lights off. The vehicle
however, is provided with an auto-
matic system for switching off internal
lights;
When working on the bat-
tery or near it, always wear
the proper goggles.
WARNINGIf after buying the vehicle, you want to in-
stall electric accessories which require
permanent electric supply (alarm, etc.)
contact Fiat Dealership whose qualified
personnel, in addition to suggesting the
most suitable devices, will evaluate the
overall electric absorption, checking
whether the vehicle’s electric system is ca-
pable of withstanding the load required,
or whether it should be integrated with
a more powerful battery.
In fact, since these devices continue ab-
sorbing energy even when the ignition key
is off, they gradually run down the battery.

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Fabric upholstery of your Fiat
Ducato is purpose-made to
withstand common wear re-
sulting from normal use of the
vehicle. It is however absolutely neces-
sary to prevent hard and/or prolonged
scratching/scraping caused by clothing
accessories like metallic buckles, studs,
“Velcro” fixings, etc. that stressing lo-
cally the fabric could break yarns and
damage the upholstery as a conse-
quence.
INTERIOR PLASTIC PARTS 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.Never use flammable prod-
ucts like oil ether or rectified
petrol for cleaning vehicle interiors.
Electrostatic discharges generated by
rubbing during cleaning operations
could cause fire.
WARNING
Do not keep aerosol cans in
the vehicle: they might ex-
plode. Aerosol cans must never be ex-
posed to a temperature above 50° C.
The temperature inside the vehicle
exposed to the sun may go well be-
yond that figure.
WARNING
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 metal.STEERING WHEEL/GEAR LEVER
KNOB WITH GENUINE
LEATHER COVERING
These components shall only be cleaned
with water and neutral soap.
Never use spirit or alcohol-based prod-
ucts.
Before using special products for clean-
ing interiors, read carefully label instruc-
tions and indications to make sure they
are free from spirit and/or alcohol-based
substances.
If when cleaning the windscreen with spe-
cial glass products, some drops fall on the
leather covering of the steering wheel/gear
lever knob remove them immediately and
then clean with water and neutral soap.
IMPORTANT Take the utmost care when
engaging the steering lock to prevent
scratching the leather covering.
For routine cleaning of interior plastic parts
use a soft cloth moistened with water and
neutral soap. Remove grease or persisting
stains using appropriate solvent-free prod-
ucts designed to preserve appearance and
colour of plastic components.
IMPORTANT Never use spirit or petro-
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Multijet
90 (*)
10/12
11 (▼)
5.88
6.38
2.4
0.6
0.62
1.5
5.5
5.5
CAPACITIES
Fuel tank: litresincluding a reserve of: litres
Engine cooling
system: litres
Engine sump: litres
Engine sump and filter: litres
Gearbox/
differential casing: litres
Hydraulic brake circuit:
ABS: litres
ASR/ESP: litres
Hydraulic power steering litres
Windscreen and
rear window fluid reservoir: litres
with headlight washer: litres
(*) For all versions it is possible to request 120 litre tank.
On “Free time” versions it is possible to request 60 litre tank.
(▼) With Webasto: 11.15 litres
Heater under the seat 600cc: 11.6 litres
Rear heater 900cc: 11.9 litresRecommended fuels and
genuine lubricants
Diesel fuel for motor vehicles
(EN590 Specification)
Mixture of 50% water and
PARAFLU UP
SELENIA WR
TUTELA CAR EXPERYA
TUTELA TOP 4
TUTELA CAR GI/E
Mixture of water and
TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC 35 120
Multijet
90 (*)
10/12
11 (▼)
5.9
6.5
2.7
0.6
0.62
1.5
5.5
5.5130
Multijet
90 (*)
10/12
11 (▼)
5.9
6.5
2.7
0.6
0.62
1.5
5.5
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Bodywork
– maintenance ................................... 190
– version codes ................................. 194
Bonnet .................................................... 80
Brake Assist
(brake assist in an emergency) ....... 85
Brake fluid level..................................... 182
Brakes
– fluid level ......................................... 182
– technical data ................................. 200
Bulb (replacement)
– bulb types ........................................ 150
– general instructions ....................... 150
Ceiling lights
– front................................................... 65
– rear .................................................... 66
Chassis (marking) ................................ 195
Checking fluid levels ............................ 178
Child restraint systems
(specifications for use)...................... 103
Cigar lighter .......................................... 71CO
2exhaust emissions ..................... 228
Code card............................................... 8
Consumption
– engine oil .......................................... 180
– fuel ..................................................... 227
Containing running costs .................... 120
Control buttons .................................. 66
Correct use of the vehicle ................. 115
Cruise Control .................................... 63
Current outlet....................................... 72
Dashboard............................................. 5
Dashboard and controls ..................... 4
Dead lock device
– activation/deactivation .................. 76
Digital display ......................................... 18
Dimensions ........................................... 205
Dipped beam headlights
– bulb replacement .......................... 153
– control ............................................. 58
Direction indicators
– control ............................................. 59
– front bulb replacement ................. 152
ABS ........................................................ 84
Accessories purchased by
the user ............................................... 93
Air bags (front)...................................... 108
Air bags (side)........................................ 110
Air cleaner.............................................. 184
Air vents ................................................ 42
Armrest
– front................................................... 36
Ashtray .................................................... 71
ASR ......................................................... 87
- activation/deactivation .................. 87
At the filling station .............................. 94
Automatic headlight sensor
(daylight sensor) ................................. 60
Battery
– checking the charge ...................... 184
– jump starting .................................. 140
– recharging......................................... 167
– replacing .......................................... 184
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