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GENERAL INFORMATION .............................................. 153
ENGINE COOLANT TOO HOT ................................... 154
LOW BRAKE FLUID LEVEL .............................................. 154
BATTERY NOT RECHARGING PROPERLY ............... 155
SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED ......................................... 155
AIRBAG FAILURE ................................................................ 155
DOORS OPEN ..................................................................... 156
FRONT BRAKES PADS WORN....................................... 156
LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE ........................................ 156
ABS (WHEEL ANTI-LOCKING SYSTEM) FAILURE.... 157
EBD (ELECTRONIC BRAKE FORCE DISTRIBUTOR)
FAILURE .................................................................................. 157
ESP SYSTEM ........................................................................... 157
EOBD / INJECTION SYSTEM FAILURE.......................... 158
FIAT CODE ........................................................................... 159
POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD ................................................ 159INERTIAL FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH .............................. 159
EXHAUST OIL ..................................................................... 160
DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER CLOGGED ................. 161
GLOW PLUGS ..................................................................... 162
DIRECTION INDICATORS ............................................. 162
PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG DEACTIVATED ............... 162
OUTSIDE LIGHTS ............................................................... 163
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS ............................................. 163
SERVICE ................................................................................. 163
WARNING LIGHT FAILURE ........................................... 163
WATER IN DIESEL FUEL FILTER .................................... 163

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Warning Messagelight on panel on display
ABS (WHEEL ANTI-LOCKING SYSTEM) FAILURE (red)
Turning the key to MAR the warning light on the dial turns on, but it should go off after about 4
seconds.
The warning light turns on together with the message when the system is inefficient. In this case
the braking system keeps its effectiveness unchanged, but without the potential offered by the
ABS system. Caution is advisable, particularly in all cases of less than perfect grip. It is therefore
necessary to contact Fiat Dealership.
ELECTRONIC BRAKEFORCE DISTRIBUTOR (EBD) FAILURE
The car is fitted with an electronic brakeforce distributor (EBD). Warning lights >and xand the
message at the same time, with the engine running, indicate a failure concerning the EBD system.
In this case violent braking may be accompanied by early rear wheel locking with the possibility of
skidding. Drive the car extremely carefully to the nearest Fiat Dealership to have the system checked.
ESP SYSTEM (ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM) (where provided) (amber)
Turning the ignition key to MAR, the warning light on the dial comes on but shall go off after few
seconds.
If the warning light does not go off or stays on when travelling, contact Fiat Dealership.
Warning light flashing when driving indicates that the ESP system is active.
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WARNINGWarning light >turning on together with the message when the engine is running,
normally indicates a failure concerning the ABS only. In this case the braking
system is still efficient, though without the anti-locking device. Under these
conditions, performance of the EBD system may be reduced. Also in this case, you
are advised to go immediately to the nearest Fiat Dealership, driving in such a way
to avoid sharp braking to have the system checked.
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FUSES IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Fuses next to the battery
Press the two locking tabs and remove the cover.
Fuses on the passenger compartment separating wall
Remove the protection cover from the fuse to be replaced.
Replace and refit the cover.
General protection fuses (MAXI- FUSE)
The car is fitted with a set of general protection fuses (MAXI-FUSE) that
individually protect, besides the fuses for the various services, the
electrical system functions.
Press the 2 locking side tabs and remove the cover.
Do not make these replacements yourself, but contact Fiat Dealership.
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+ 15 sound system
+ 15 sunroof relay coil
+ 15 navigator
+ 15 remote control receiver
+ 15 taxi-meter
+ 15 Airbag
+ 15 GSM box
+ 15 ABI control unit
+ 30 taxi-meter
+ 30 sunroof
Rear power windows
Fuses in engine compartment (next to battery, JTD versions only)
Fiat code
Webasto boiler (additional heater)
Main relay
ABS
Diesel fuel filter heating
+ 15 CCM and Fiat code control unit
Headlight washer pump
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Fuses in engine compartment (next to battery, petrol versions only) Ampere Fuse no.
Lambda probe
+ 15 CCM and Fiat code control unit
+ 30 Fiat code control unit
+ 15 ABS
Headlight washer pump
Fuses in engine compartment (on passenger’s compartment partition)
Engine cooling fan (with heater)
Engine cooling fan (with air conditioner)
Glow plugs
ABS
Fuses in engine compartment (next to battery, MAXI FUSE)
Ignition switch (EFI)
Electronic injection (IGN)
Secondary control unit protection
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Incorrect fitting of electrical and electronic accessories can seriously damage the car. If after buying
the car, you want to install electric accessories which require permanent electric supply (alarm,
sound system, 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 car’s electric system is capable of withstanding the load required, or whether
it should be integrated with a more powerful battery.
WARNINGWhen working on the battery or near it, always wear the proper goggles.
WARNINGRunning the battery with low fluid level can damage the battery beyond repair and
could also cause its explosion. CHANGING THE BATTERY
If required, replace the battery with a genuine spare
part having the same specifications. If a battery with
different specifications is fitted, the service intervals
given in the “Service Schedule” in this section will nolonger be valid. Refer to the instructions provided by
the battery’s Manufacturer.
WARNINGIf the car is left inactive for long periods at cold, remove the battery and store it in
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USEFUL ADVICE FOR LENGTHENING
THE LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and lengthen its life,
observe the following indications:
❒when you park the car, ensure the doors, tailgate
and bonnet are closed properly. Passenger’s
compartment lights must be off;
❒ceiling lights must be off. The car is however
provided with an automatic system for switching off
internal lights;
❒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 perfectly tightened.
IMPORTANT A battery which is kept at a charge of
less than 50% (optical indicator with dark colour
without green area in the middle) for any length of
time will be damaged by sulphation leading to a
reduction 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 car is inactive for a long period of time,
refer to “Storing the car”, in section “Driving your
car”.
If after buying the car, you want to install 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 car’s electric system is capable
of withstanding the load required, or whether it
should be integrated with a more powerful battery.
In fact, since these devices continue absorbing energy
even when the ignition key is off, they gradually run
down the battery.
The total intake of these systems (factory and after-
market) must be less than 0.6 mA x Ah (of the
battery) as shown in the following table:
Battery Maximum admitted stand-by intake
40 Ah 24 mA
50 Ah 30 mA

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Changing the windscreen wiper blades
On certain versions, to remove the blade proceed as follows:
❒Raise the windscreen wiper arm and position the blade so that it
forms an angle of 90° with the arm;
❒press tabs (A) (set aside the blade) and remove the blade from the
arm;
❒Fit the new blade by inserting it into the special slot in the arm. Make
sure it is properly locked into place.
Changing the rear window blade
❒Lift the cover (C).
❒Loosen screw (D).
❒Remove the blade to be replaced and fit the new blade, making sure
that during operation it reaches the lower edge of the window.
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