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ESP SYSTEM (Electronic
Stability Program)
(where provided)
The ESP system is an electronic system
controlling the car stability in the event of
tyre grip loss.
The ESP system is therefore particularly
useful when grip conditions of the road
surfaces changes.
ABS SYSTEM INTERVENTION
It is signalled by the blinking of the warn-
ing light
áon the instrument panel, to in-
form the driver that the car is in critical
stability and grip conditions.
ESP SYSTEM OPERATION
The ESP system is automatically activat-
ed when the car is started and cannot be
de-activated.FAILURE INDICATIONS
In the event of failure, the ESP system is
automatically disconnected and the warn-
ing light
áwill turn on glowing steadily on
the instrument panel, together with the
message on the display (see section
“Warning lights and messages”). In this
case, go to a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
Performance of the ESP sys-
tem, in terms of active safe-
ty should not induce the driver to take
pointless and unnecessary risks. The
style of driving must in any case al-
ways be adapted to the conditions of
the road surface, visibility an traffic.
Road safety is always the driver’s re-
sponsibility.
WARNING
ESP SYSTEM INITIALISATION
(after disconnecting the battery)
After reconnecting the battery, to restore
regular operation of the ESP system, pro-
ceed as follows:
❒turn the ignition key to MAR;
❒turn the steering wheel 1/4 turn both
clockwise and counterclockwise (to
pass through position “straight
wheels”);
❒turn the ignition key to STOPand then
back to MAR.
A few seconds later the warning light will
turn off; if it stays on contact Fiat Dealer-
ship.
These operations can also be performed
with the engine on.
During the use of the space-
saver spare wheel, the ESP
system carries on working. However,
you must remind that the space-saver
spare wheel has dimensions smaller
than the standard tyre and therefore
its grip is reduced as to the other car
tyres.
WARNING
For correct operation of the
ESP system, the tyres must
absolutely be of the same brand and
type on all wheels, in perfect condi-
tions and, above all, of type, brand
and size specified.
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Failure indications
In the event of malfunctioning, the ASR
system is automatically disconnected and
the warning light
áwill come on with
fixed light on the instrument panel to-
gether with the message on the display
(see section “Warning lights and mes-
sages”). In this case contact Fiat Dealer-
ship as soon as possible. MSR system
(engine braking torque control)
The car is fitted with a special system, in-
tegral with the ASR system, that in case of
sudden gear shifting, cuts in providing
torque to the engine thus preventing ex-
cessive driving wheel drive that, specially
in poor grip conditions, can lead to loss of
stability.
EOBD SYSTEM
The EOBD system (European On Board
Diagnosis) allows continuous diagnosis of
the components of the car correlated with
emissions.
It also alerts the driver, by turning on the
warning light
Uon the instrument pan-
el (together with the message on the dis-
play) (see section “Warning lights and
messages”), when these components are
no longer in peak conditions.
The objective is:
❒to keep the system efficiency under
control;
❒warn when a fault causes emissions lev-
els to increase;
❒warn of the need to replace deterio-
rated components.
The system also has a diagnostic connec-
tor that can be interfaced with appropri-
ate tools, which makes it possible to read
the error codes stored in the control unit,
together with a series of specific parame-
ters for engine operation and diagnosis.
This check can also be carried out by the
traffic police.
When using the spare wheel,
the ASR system is excluded
and the warning light
áon the in-
strument panel turns on glowing
steadily together with the message on
the display (see section “Warning
lights and messages”).
WARNING
For correct operation of the
ASR system, the tyres must
absolutely be of the same brand and
type on all wheels, in perfect condi-
tions and, above all, of type, brand
and size specified.
WARNING
Keep your speed
down when snow
chains are fitted. Do
not exceed 50 Km/h. Avoid
potholes, steps and pavements and
avoid also to drive for long distances on
roads not covered with snow to prevent
damaging the car and the roadbed.
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SNOW CHAINS
Use of snow chains should be in compli-
ance with local regulations.
Snow chains should only be applied to the
driving wheels (front wheels).
Check the tension of the chains after the
first few metres have been driven.
Use snow chains with reduced size: on
tyres 195/65 R15” and 205/55 R16” use
snow chains with reduced size with max
protrusion beyond the tyre profile of 9
mm.
IMPORTANT Snow chains cannot be fit-
ted to the space-saver spare wheel. So, if
a front (drive) wheel is punctured and
chains are needed, a rear wheel should be
fitted to the front of the car and the spare
wheel should be fitted to the rear.
This way with two normal drive wheels,
snow chains can be fitted to them to solve
an emergency.
IMPORTANT Snow chains may not be
used on tyres type 215/45 R17 87W since
interference can be generated with the
surrounding components.
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IF A TYRE IS
PUNCTURED
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Wheel changing and correct use of the
jack and space-saver spare wheel call for
some precautions as listed below.
IMPORTANT If the car is fitted with “Fix
& Go (quick tyre repair kit)”, see the rel-
evant instructions in the following chap-
ter.
Alert other drivers that the
car is stationary in compli-
ance 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 on-
coming traffic while the wheel is be-
ing changed. If parked on a slope or
rough surface, chock the wheels with
wedges or other suitable devices to
prevent the car from rolling.
WARNING
The space-saver spare wheel
(where provided) is specific
to your car, do not use it on other
models, or use the spare wheel of oth-
er models on your car. The space-
saver spare wheel shall only be used
in an emergency. It shall only be used
for the distance necessary to reach a
service point and the car speed shall
not exceed 80 Km/h. The spare wheel
has an orange sticker that summaris-
es the main cautions for use and lim-
itations. The sticker should never be
removed or covered. Never fit a wheel
cap on a space-saver spare wheel.
The sticker gives the following infor-
mation in four languages: caution! For
temporary use only! 80 km/h max!
Replace by normal wheel as soon as
possible. Do not cover this label.
WARNING
When driving with a space-
saver spare wheel fitted, the
driving performance of the car
changes. Avoid accelerating or brak-
ing sharply, abrupt turns or fast cor-
nerings. The life of the spare wheel
is approx. 3000 Km, after this dis-
tance it should be replaced with an-
other of the same type. Never at-
tempt to fit a conventional tyre on a
rim designed for use as a space-saver
spare wheel. Have the punctured
wheel repaired and refitted as soon
as possible. Two or more space-saver
spare wheels should never be used to-
gether. Do not grease the threads of
bolts before installing them: they
might slip out.
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To change a wheel proceed as follows:
❒Stop the car is a position that is not
dangerous for oncoming traffic where
you can change the wheel safely. The
ground should be flat and adequately
firm; turn the engine off and pull up the
handbrake; engage first gear or reverse;
use the handle A-fig. 2to remove the
piece of stiff cover B(saloon versions)
or C-fig. 3(Multi Wagon versions);
loosen the clamping device E-fig. 4;
fig. 2F0C0084m
Please note:
❒the jack weight is 1,76 kg; the jack re-
quires no adjustment; the jack cannot
be repaired: if it breaks it must be re-
placed with a new genuine jack; no tool
other than its cranking device may be
fitted on the jack.
The jack shall only be used
for changing wheels on the
car with which it is provided or on
cars of the same model. It must not
be used for other purposes such as for
instance raising cars of other models.
In no case should it be used for repairs
under the car. Incorrect positioning
of the jack may cause the jacked car
to fall. Do not use the jack for high-
er capacities than stated on its label.
Snow chains cannot be fitted to the
space-saver spare wheel. So, if a front
(drive) wheel is punctured and chains
are needed, a rear wheel should be
fitted to the front of the car and the
spare wheel should be fitted to the
rear. This way with two normal dri-
ve wheels, snow chains can be fitted
to them to solve an emergency.
WARNING
Fasten the wheel cap cor-
rectly to prevent the wheel
from coming free in motion. Never
tamper with the inflation valve. Nev-
er place tools between the rim and
tyre. Check and restore, if required,
the pressure of tyres and spare wheel
to the values given in section “Tech-
nical specifications”.
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fig. 3F0C0368m
fig. 4F0C0392m
fig. 5F0C03963m
❒take out the tool container F-fig. 4and
take it near to the wheel to be changed;
take out the space-saver spare wheel
G; remove the wheel cap H-fig. 5(ver-
sions with steel rims), or remove the
wheel hub cap (versions with alloy
rims);
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❒using the wrench provided L-fig. 6
loosen the fastening bolts by about one
turn; if the car is fitted with alloy rims,
shake the car to facilitate removing this
rim from the wheel hub;
❒work the jack crank M-fig. 7to extend
it until the groove Non the upper part
of the jack is correctly inserted on the
lower profile Pof the body in point Q
(at approx. 72 cm from the front wheel
centre or 75 cm from rear wheel cen-
tre);❒undo the wheel bolts and remove the
wheel.
❒make sure the contact surfaces be-
tween spare wheel and hub are clean
so that the fastening bolts will not come
loose;
fig. 6F0C0394m
fig. 7F0M0395m
❒warn anybody nearby that the car is
about to be lifted. They must stay clear
and not touch the car until it is back on
the ground;
❒fit the handle R-fig. 7to operate the
jack and raise the car until the wheel
is a few centimetres from the ground;
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❒install the space-saver spare wheel
matching the holes S-fig. 8with the
corresponding pins T;
❒using the wrench provided, fully tight-
en the four fastening bolts;
❒work the jack handle R-fig.7to lower
the car and remove the jack;
❒using the wrench provided, tighten up
the wheel bolts in a criss-cross fashion
following the sequence shown in fig. 9.REFITTING THE STANDARD
WHEEL
Following the procedure described previ-
ously, raise the car and remove the spare
wheel.
Versions with steel rims
Proceed as follows:
❒Make sure the contact surfaces be-
tween standard wheel and hub are
clean so that the fastening bolts will not
come loose;
❒Fit the normal wheel matching the
holes S-fig. 8with the corresponding
pins T;
❒Using the wrench provided, tighten the
fastening bolts;
❒Lower the car and remove the jack;
❒Using the wrench provided, fully tight-
en the bolts in the sequence shown in
fig. 9;
❒Place the cap near the wheel so that the
inflation valve can come through the
slot provided on the cap;
❒Press the circumference of the cap,
starting from the parts nearest the in-
flation valve until it is inserted com-
pletely.
IMPORTANT Incorrect fitting may cause
the wheel cap to come off when the car is
travelling.
fig. 8F0C0396mfig. 9F0C0397m