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TRIP COMPUTER
GENERAL
The “Trip computer” displays information
(with ignition key at MAR), relating to the
operating status of the car.
This function comprises the “General trip”
concerning the “complete mission” of the
car (journey) and “Trip B”, concerning the
partial mission of the car; this latter func-
tion is “contained” (as shown in fig. 25)
within the complete mission. Both func-
tions are resettable (reset - start of new
mission).“General Trip” displays the figures relat-
ing to:
– Range
– Trip distance
– Average consumption
– Instant consumption
– Average speed
– Trip time (driving time).
“Trip B” displays the figures relating to:
– Trip distance B
– Average consumption B
– Average speed B
– Trip time B (driving time).
Note“Trip B” function can be excluded
(see paragraph “Trip B On/Off”). “Range”
and “Instant consumption” cannot be re-
set.Values displayed
Range
This value shows the distance in km (or
mi) that the car can still cover before
needing fuel, assuming that driving condi-
tions are kept unvaried. The display will
show “----” if the range value is below 50
km (or 30 mi).
Trip distance
This value shows the distance covered
from the start of the new mission.
Average consumption
This value shows the average consump-
tion from the start of the new mission.
Instant consumption
This value shows instant fuel consumption
(this value is updated second by second). If
parking the car with engine on, the display
will show “----”.
Average speed
This value shows the car average speed as
a function of the overall time elapsed since
the start of the new mission.
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CONTAINING
RUNNING COSTS
Here are some suggestions which may
help you to keep the running costs of your
car down and lower the amount of toxic
emissions released into the atmosphere.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out
in accordance with the “Service schedule”.
Tyres
Check the pressure of the tyres routine-
ly at an interval of no more than 4 weeks:
if the pressure is too low, consumption
levels increase as resistance to rolling is
higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with too much luggage
stowed in the boot. The weight of the car
(especially when driving in town) and its
trim greatly affects consumption and sta-
bility.Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from
the roof as soon as they are no longer
used. These accessories lower air pene-
tration and adversely affect consumption
levels. When needing to carry particular-
ly voluminous objects, preferably use a
trailer.
Electric devices
Use electric devices only for the amount
of time needed. Rear heated window, ad-
ditional headlights, windscreen wipers and
heater fan need a considerable amount of
energy, therefore increasing the require-
ment of current increases fuel consump-
tion (up to +25% in the urban cycle).Climate control
The air conditioner is an additional load
which greatly affects the engine leading to
higher consumption (on average up to
+20%). When the temperature outside
the car permits it, use the air vents where
possible.
Spoilers
The use of non-certified aerodynamic
items may adversely affect air drag and
consumption levels.
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Top speed
Fuel consumption considerably increases
with speed. 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 emis-
sions: 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 consump-
tion.
Traffic hold-ups
During prolonged hold-ups (traffic lights,
level crossings) the engine should be
switched off. 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, slow-
ly, avoiding high speeds. This way the en-
gine will warm faster.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid accelerating when waiting at traffic
lights or before switching off the engine.
This and also double declutching is ab-
solutely pointless on modern cars and al-
so 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 in-
creases consumption.
In the same way improper use of a high
gear increases consumption, emissions an
engine wear.
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FUEL RESERVE
(amber)
Turning the ignition key to
MARthe warning light turns on,
but it should go off after few seconds.
The warning light turns on when about 8
litres fuel are left in the tank. The display
will show the dedicated message.
IMPORTANT The warning light flashes to
indicate a failure, contact Fiat Dealership
as soon as possible to have the system
checked.ENGINE CONTROL
SYSTEM FAILURE
(EOBD) (amber)
In normal conditions, turning the
ignition key to MAR, the warning light
turns on, but it should go off when the en-
gine has started. The initial turning on in-
dicates that the warning light is working
properly. If the warning light stays on or
turns on when travelling:
❒glowing steadily: means a fault in the sup-
ply/ignition system which could cause
high emissions at the exhaust, possible
lack of performance, poor handling and
high consumption levels.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
In these conditions it is possible to con-
tinue driving without however requiring
heavy effort or high speed from the en-
gine. Prolonged use of the car with the
warning light on may cause damages. Con-
tact Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
çU
If, turning the ignition key to
MAR, the warning light Udoes not turn on or if it turns
on glowing steadily or flashing
when travelling, contact Fiat Dealer-
ship. Warning light
Uoperation can
be checked by traffic agents by prop-
er equipments, therefore comply with
laws and regulations of the country
where you are driving.
The warning light turns off if the fault dis-
appears, but it is still stored by the system.
❒flashing: indicates the possibility of dam-
age to the catalyst (see “EOBD system”
in section “Dashboard and controls”).
If the light flashes, it is necessary to release
the accelerator pedal to lower the speed
of the engine until the warning light stops
flashing; continue the journey at moder-
ate speed, trying to avoid driving condi-
tions that may cause further flashing and
contact Fiat Dealership as soon as possi-
ble.
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IDENTIFICATION DATA ................................................... 238
ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS .............. 240
ENGINE .................................................................................... 241
FUEL FEED/IGNITION ........................................................ 243
TRANSMISSION .................................................................... 243
BRAKES ..................................................................................... 244
SUSPENSIONS......................................................................... 244
STEERING ................................................................................. 244
WHEELS .................................................................................... 245
DIMENSIONS .......................................................................... 250
PERFORMANCE ..................................................................... 253
WEIGHTS ................................................................................. 254
CAPACITIES ........................................................................... 257
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ............................................... 259
FUEL CONSUMPTION ........................................................ 261
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2EMISSIONS .................................................................... 263
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FUEL CONSUMPTION
The fuel consumption figures given in the
table below are determined on the basis
of the homologation tests set down by
specific European Directives.
The procedures below are followed for
measuring consumption:
❒ urban cycle: cold starting followed by
driving that simulates urban use of the
car;IMPORTANT The type of route, traffic
situations, weather conditions, driving
style, general conditions of the car, trim
level/equipment/accessories, load, climate
control system, roof rack, other situations
that affect air drag may lead to different
fuel consumption levels than those mea-
sured.
❒ extra-urban cycle: frequent acceler-
ating in all gears, simulating extraurban
use of the car; the speed varies be-
tween 0 and 120 km/h;
❒combined consumption: is calculat-
ed weighing about 37% of urban cycle
consumption and about 63% of ex-
traurban consumption.
Fuel consumption according to Directive 1999/100/EC (litres x 100 km)
Saloon versions
Urban
Extra-urban
Combined
1.416V1.616V1.816V
3-door 5-door 3-door 5-door 3-door 5-door
8.2/8.5 (*) 8.5 8.8 9.1 11.3 11.5
5.5/5.6 (*) 5.7 5.5 5.8 6.1 6.2
6.5/6.6 (*) 6.7 6.7 7.0 8.0 8.1
(*) “DYNAMIC” versions
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Urban
Extra-urban
Combined
Fuel consumption according to Directive 1999/100/EC (litres x 100 km)
Multi Wagon versions
Urban
Extra-urban
Combined
1.416V1.616V1.816V1.9 Multijet 8V1.9 Multijet 16V
8.7 9.2 11.7 7.1 7.7
5.8 6.0 6.3 4.7 4.7
6.8 7.2 8.3 5.6 5.8 2.4
20V1.9 Multijet8V1.9 Multijet 16V
3-door 5-door 3-door 5-door 3-door 5-door
13.5 13.6 6.7 6.8 7.5 7.7
7.6 7.6 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.7
9.7 9.8 5.3 5.4 5.6 5.8
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Gearbox
– using manual gearbox .................. 140
– using Selespeed gearbox ............. 141
Glass holder .......................................... 73
Glove box light
(bulb replacement) ............................ 194
Glove box/oddment
compartments ................................... 71
Handbrake ........................................... 139
Hazard lights ......................................... 68
Head restraints ..................................... 41
Headlight washer .................................. 65
Headlights ............................................... 94
Heating and ventilation system ..44-46
Identification data ............................... 238
If an exterior light burns out ............. 184
If an interior light burns out .............. 192
Ignition switch ...................................... 20
In an emergency............................. 169
Independent additional heater ......... 56
Installation of electric/
electronic devices .............................. 101
Instrument panel ................................. 6
Instruments ........................................... 21
Interior fittings ..................................... 70
Interiors ................................................. 235Isofix (child restraint system) ........... 121
Jacking the car ..................................... 206
Keys ....................................................... 10
Load limiters ....................................... 113
Main beam headlights......................... 59
MSR (system) ....................................... 99
Multifunction display ........................... 23
Number plate lights
(bulb replacement) ............................ 191
OCS
(Occupant Classification System) .. 129
Oddment compartments .................. 73
Paint ...................................................... 233
Parking ................................................... 139
Parking lights ......................................... 69
Parking sensors .................................... 103
Performance ......................................... 253
Pollen filter ............................................ 225
Power windows ................................... 80
Presetting for mounting the
“Isofix ” child restraint system ...... 121 Electric power steering “Dualdrive” .. 102
Electronic alarm ................................... 17
Engine
– identification code ........................ 240
– technical data ......................... 241-242
Engine compartment
– washing ............................................ 234
Engine oil
– consumption .................................. 220
Environment protection .................... 108
EOBD (system) .................................... 99
ESP (system) ......................................... 97
External lights ....................................... 59
Fiat CODE (system) .......................... 8
Fire extinguisher .................................. 208
Fix&Go automatic ............................... 177
Flashing the headlights ........................ 59
Fluid level checks ................................. 216
Fluids and lubricants ........................... 259
Follow me home (device) ................. 60
Front fog lights ............................... 68-69
– (bulb replacement)......................... 186
Fuel consumption ................................. 261
Fuel feed/ignition ................................. 241
Fuel filler cap ........................................ 106
Fuses (replacement) ........................... 196