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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, slowly, avoiding
high speeds. This way the engine will warm faster.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid accelerating when waiting at traffic lights or
before switching off the engine. This and also double
declutching is absolutely pointless on modern cars and
also increase 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 increases consumption.
In the same way improper use of a high gear increases
consumption, emissions an engine wear.
Top speed
Fuel consumption considerably increases with speed.
Keep speed as constant as possible and 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 emissions: acceleration should
be gradual and should not exceed the maximum
torque.
CONDITIONS OF USE
Cold starting
Short journeys and frequent cold starts do not allow
the engine to reach optimum operating temperature.
This results in a significant 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 consumption.
Traffic hold-ups
During prolonged hold-ups (e.g. level crossings) the
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INSTALLING THE TOW HOOK
The towing device should be fastened to the body by
specialised personnel according to any additional
and/or integrative information supplied by the
Manufacturer of the device.
Have installation carried out at Fiat Dealership.
The towing device must meet current regulations with
reference to 94/20/EC Directive 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 connector should
be used which is generally placed on a special bracket
normally fastened to the towing device, and a special
ECU for external trailer light control shall be installed
on the car.
When fitting the trailer, parking sensors are
deactivated.For the electrical connection, a 7 pin 12VDC
connection is to be used (CUNA/UNI and ISO/DIN
Standards). Follow the instructions provided by the car
manufacturer and/or the tow hitch manufacturer.
An electric brake should be supplied directly by the
battery through a cable with a cross section of no less
than 2.5 mm
2.
IMPORTANT Electric brake or other device shall be
used with running engine.
In addition to the electrical branches, the car’s electric
system can only be connected to the supply cable for
an electric brake and to the cable for an internal light,
though not above 15W.
For connections, use the preset control unit with
battery cable no less than 2.5 mm
2.
The two hitches are shown on the following pages.

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JUMP STARTING
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.
Proceed as follows:
❒Connect positive terminals (+) of the two batteries with a jump lead.
❒With a second lead, connect the negative terminal (-) of the auxiliary
battery to an earth point
Eon the engine or the gearbox of the car to
be started.
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 accidentally between this car and the one with the
flat battery.
❒Start the engine.
❒When the engine has been started, remove the leads reversing the
order above.
If after a few attempts the engine does not start, do not insist but contact
the nearest Fiat Dealership.
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Never use a battery charger to start the engine as this could damage the electronic systems of your
vehicle, particularly the ignition and fuel supply control units.
WARNINGThis starting procedure must be carried out by qualified personnel because
incorrect operations may cause electrical discharge of considerable intensity. The
liquid contained in the battery is poisonous an corrosive. Avoid contact with the
skin and eyes. Keep naked flames and lighted cigarettes away from the battery and
do not cause sparks.

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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 catalytic
converter and damage it beyond repair.
IMPORTANT Remember that the servobrake and
electrical power steering system 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.IF A TYRE IS PUNCTURED
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
For versions/markets where applicable, the car can be
fitted with a quick tyre repair kit called FIX & GO,
replacing the usual tool fitting, the spare wheel lifting
winch and the space-saver spare wheel.
Normal spare small wheel, or (where provided)
normal size spare wheel, can be supplied on request;
for its use, follow what indicated below.
VAN versions are fitted as standard with a spare
wheel with steel rim of the same type and size as the
standard wheels mounted on the car.
Wheel changing and correct use of the jack and space-
saver spare wheel call for some precautions as listed
below.
WARNINGAlert other drivers that the car is stationary in compliance 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 oncoming traffic
while the wheel is being changed. If parked on a slope or rough surface, chock the
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MAIN BEAMS
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒turn cap (A) counterclockwise and remove it;
❒disconnect the electric connector (B);
❒release the bulb holder catch (C);
❒remove the bulb (D) and replace it;
❒refit catch (C), reconnect the electrical connector (B) and refit cap
(A) turning it clockwise. Cap vent (H) shall be set from the top
downwards.
DIPPED BEAMS
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒remove the protective cover releasing the catch;
❒disconnect the electric connector (F);
❒release the bulb holder catch (E);
❒remove the bulb (G) and replace it;
❒fit the new bulb, making the outline of the metallic part coincide with
the grooves on the reflector, then hook the bulb holder catch (E) and
reconnect the electrical connector (F) ;
❒refit the protective cover correctly.
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FRONT SIDELIGHTS
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒remove the protective cover releasing the catch;
❒remove the snap-fitted bulb holder unit (A), take out bulb (B) and
replace it;
❒refit the snap-fitted bulb holder unit (A);
❒refit the protective cover correctly.
FRONT FOG LIGHTS (where provided)
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒disconnect the electric connector (C);
❒release the bulb holder catch (D);
❒remove the bulb (E) and replace it;
❒fit the new bulb, hook the bulb holder catch (D) and reconnect the
electrical connector (C).
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IF AN INTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT
For the type of bulb and power rating, see “If a bulb burns out”.
FRONT CEILING LIGHT
To replace the 12V-10W cylindrical bulbs:
❒remove plastic caps (A) and casing (B) using a screwdriver;
❒unscrew the four screws (two in A and two in B) and slide the ceiling
light downwards toward the windscreen;
❒disconnect connector (D) from (C);
❒lift cover (E) using a screwdriver;
❒replace the burn out bulb;
❒reconnect the electrical connector and refit the ceiling light first
clicking it into place then securing it with the screws. Refit the plastic
caps (A) and the casing (B).
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Certain fuses are protected by a plastic grid.
To replace these fuses, first of all remove the grid
using a screwdriver. Replace the blown fuse and refit
the plastic grid.
To locate the fuse, refer to the tables on the following
pages.
FUSE BOX
The fuse box is located under the oddments tray on
the driver’s side.
The fuse location (n. 16 to n. 28) is not binding; to
replace a blown fuse, refer to the fuse colour that
must be the same as the fuse box colour.
To reach the fuses:
❒Raise the oddments tray compartment flap.
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The numbers indicating the electrical components
corresponding to each fuse can be seen on the inside
of the flap inner wall.
❒Take out the inner cover, rotating the two knobs
(A).
The group of fuses marked with letter (B) contains
spare filaments.
To facilitate fuse replacement, use the pliers (C)
located near the fuse box.
After use return pliers to their place.
IMPORTANT Never turn the ignition key to MAR
with a fuse removed; doing so would turn on warning
light
¬and the “fault” would be stored by the airbag
control unit. In such an event, go to Fiat Dealership to
reset the fault stored on the airbag control unit.