2006 FIAT DUCATO phone

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AT THE FILLING
STATION
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 DIESEL MIX additive 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. RADIO TRANSMITTERS AND
CELLULAR TELEPHONES
Radio transceiver equipment (e.g.: e-tacs
mobile phones, HAM radio systems and
the like) shall not be used inside the ve-
hicle 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.

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PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAG
(where provided) fig. 12
It consists of an instant-inflating cushion
contained into a special recess in the
dashboard, this cushion has a volume big-
ger than that of the driver.
fig. 11F0N0071mfig. 12F0N0072m
DRIVER’S FRONT AIR BAG fig. 11
It consists of an instant-inflating cushion
contained in a special recess in the cen-
tre of the steering wheel.
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 air bag inflation and al-
so cause serious injury.
WARNING
In minor crashes (for which the restraining
action of the seat belts is sufficient), the air
bags are not deployed. Also 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 and
prevent the occupants to be pitched out of
the vehicle in case of violent crashes.

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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.
WARNING

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– identification data ........................... 194
Pollen filter ............................................. 184
Power steering fluid level ................... 183
Power windows
– controls ........................................... 79
Pretensioners......................................... 100
Protecting the environment ............. 96
Radio transmitters and cellular
telephones ........................................... 94
Rain sensor ........................................... 62
Reading/writing desk............................ 72
Rear ceiling lights
– bulb replacement .......................... 157
– control .............................................. 66
Rear double door ................................. 78
Rear fog lights
– bulb replacement .......................... 155
– control button ............................... 67
Rearview mirrors ................................. 40
– door mirrors .................................. 40
– driving mirror ................................ 40
– electric ................................... 40-41
Refrigerated compartment................. 69
Rev counter .......................................... 15Reversing light ...................................... 155
Rims
– understanding rim marking .......... 202
Roof rack/ski rack ................................ 82
Safety devices ....................................... 97
Seat adjustment ................................... 35
Seat belts ................................................ 98
– general warnings ........................... 101
– load limiters ..................................... 100
– maintenance ................................... 103
– pretensioners ................................. 100
– use .................................................... 98
Seats
– adjustment ....................................... 35
– cleaning ............................................ 192
S.B.R. system.......................................... 99
Self-standing supplementary heater ... 52
Side sliding door ................................... 77
Side/taillights
– control ............................................. 58
– front bulb replacement ................. 152
– rear bulb replacement .................. 155
Smart washing ...................................... 61
Snow chains .......................................... 125 – engine oil ......................................... 180
– power steering fluid ..................... 183
– windscreen/rear window/
headlight washer............................. 182
Load limiters ......................................... 100
Main beam headlights
– bulb replacement .......................... 153
– control ............................................. 59
– flashing ............................................. 59
Manual climate control system ......... 46
Mobile footboard.................................. 77
Multifunction display ........................... 24
Multimeter ............................................ 73
Number plate light ............................ 156
Oddment compartment under
the front passenger's seat ................ 70
Oddment compartments .................. 69
Paint ...................................................... 190
Parking ................................................... 118
Parking sensors .................................... 89
Performance ......................................... 211
Plates
– body paint ........................................ 195