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FOOD BOX (where prvided)
The food box fitted on Fiat Multipla has a capacity of 8 litres which means
that it can contain up to three one and a half litre bottles, equal to max.
4.5 kg distributed between the two boxes.
The box, that can be fitted either in front or rear the central seat, is
insulated and can be used to cool or warm up the food box according to
your needs. When using for cooling, a temperature difference of
approximately 20°C can be achieved between the temperature inside the
box and that of the passenger compartment after approximately one
hour of operation. The lowest possible temperature that can be reached
in any case is not lower than 8-10°C.
To prevent draining the battery charge, the system is connected to the
electrical system via the ignition key. As a result, the box will only work
when the engine is running.
You should remove perishables from the box if you leave the car parked
for longer than two hours.
Switch to position 1 = to warm; position 2 = to cool.
If another food box is fitted, you can connect it to the 12 V outlet in the
boot using the coil cable provided for the purpose. You are
recommended to connect it only if strictly necessary in order to limit
electric absorption.
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IMPORTANT The front airbags and/or side bags may
be deployed if the car is subject to heavy knocks or
accidents involving the underbody area, such as for
example violent shocks against steps, kerbs or
obstacles, falling of the car in big holes or sags in the
road.
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 using neutral soap and water.
IMPORTANT Should an accident occur in which any
of the safety devices is activated, take the car to a Fiat
Dealership to have the devices activated replaced and
to have the system checked.All control, check, repair and replacement operations
concerning the airbags must be carried out c/o Fiat
Dealership only.
If you are having the car scrapped, have the airbag
system deactivated at a Fiat Dealership first. If the car
changes ownership, the new owner must be informed
of the method of use of airbags and the above
warnings and also be given this “Owner Handbook”.
IMPORTANT The triggering of pretensioners, front
airbags and side bags is decided 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 system is not working
properly.
WARNING
WARNING
Never rest head, arms and elbows on the door, on the windows and in the
windowbag area to prevent possible injuries during the inflation phase. Expiration dates of pyrotechnic charge and coil contact are indicated on the label
inside the lower oddment compartment. As these dates approach, contact Fiat
Dealership to have them replaced.
WARNINGNever lean head, arms and elbows out of window.
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If the engine does not start at the first attempt, return
the ignition key to STOP before trying to start the
engine again.
If, when the ignition key is at MAR, warning light
¢
remains lit, turn the key to STOP and then back to
MAR; if the warning light remains on, try with the
other keys provided with the car.
If you still cannot start the engine, contact Fiat
Dealership.
IMPORTANT When the outside temperature is very
low, the use of a fluid oil facilitates cold starting.
During winter it is therefore recommended to
observe the specifications contained in section
“Technical specifications” at paragraph “Fluids and
lubricants”.
IMPORTANT Never leave the ignition key at MAR
when the engine is off.
HOW TO WARM UP THE ENGINE
AFTER IT HAS JUST STARTED
(petrol and diesel versions)
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.
EMERGENCY START-UP
If the Fiat CODE system fails to recognise the code
transmitted by the ignition key (warning light
¢on
instrument panel lit with fixed light) you can start the
engine by following the emergency procedure using
the code written on the CODE card.
See section “In an emergency”.
Never bump start the engine by pushing, towing or coasting downhill as this could cause fuel to
flow into the catalytic exhaust system and damage it beyond repair.
Remember that the servobrake and power steering are not operational until the
engine has been started, therefore much effort than usual is required on the brake
pedal and steering wheel.WARNING
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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
DOORS OPEN (red)
The warning light on the dial turns on together with the message when a door or the tailgate are
not properly shut.
FRONT BRAKES PADS WEAR (red)
The warning light on the dial turns on together with the message when pressing the brake pedal if
front brake pads are worn; in this case have them changed as soon as possible.
IMPORTANT Since the car is fitted with wear sensors for the front brake pads, when changing
them, check also the rear brake pads.
LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE (red)
Turning the key to MAR the warning light on the dial turns on, but it should go out as soon as
the engine is started.
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WARNINGIf vwarning light stays on glowing steadily together with the message, stop the
engine immediately and contact a Fiat Dealership.
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Warning Messagelight on panel on display
EXHAUST OIL (JTD versions) (red)
The warning light with turn on flashing when the system detects that the engine oil is exhaust.
After the first indication, at each engine starting the warning light
vwill go on flashing.v
(warning light
flashing)
If warning light vflashes, contact immediately Fiat Dealership to have oil changed and
instrument panel warning light turned off.
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Fuses inside the car Ampere Fuse no.
Right-hand main beam
Left-hand main beam
Main beam warning light
Rear fog lights
Rear fog lights warning light
Side/taillight power
Left-hand dipped beam
Car interior fan
Right-hand number plate light
Right-hand front sidelight
Cigar lighter light
Ashtray light
Side/taillight warning light
Sound system light
Left-hand taillight
Left-hand number plate light
Left-hand front sidelight
Right-hand taillight
Heating system lighting
Right-hand dipped beam
Brake fluid warning light
Headlight beam adjuster
Headlight washer relay coil
Cigar lighter
Conditioner compressor
Headlight washer
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Fuses inside the car Ampere Fuse no.
+ 15 navigator
Anti-theft control unit
Hazard light power
Anti-theft led
Anti-theft control unit
Heated rear window
Electric mirror defrosting
Front fog lights
Electric mirror movement
Air recirculation
Cigar lighter relay coil
Windscreen wiper relay coil
Electric seat relay coil
Heater relay coil
Heated rear window relay coil
12V socket relay coil
Front power windows
Tunnel 12V outlet
Boot 12V outlet
Refrigerator presetting
Electric seat riser
Electric mirror defrosting
Airbag circuit
ASR ON button
ABI control unit (power windows/front door lock)