2007 FIAT DUCATO Doors

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To change gears properly
you must push the clutch
pedal fully down. It is therefore es-
sential that there is nothing under the
pedals: make sure the mats are lying
flat and do not get in the way of the
pedals.
WARNING
Do not drive with your hand
resting on the gear lever as
the force exerted, even if
slight, could lead over time to
premature wear on the gearbox inter-
nal components.
To engage reverse R from neutral, pro-
ceed as follows: raise the sliding ring Aun-
der the knob and at the same time move
the gearshift lever leftwards and then for-
ward.
LOAD
RECOMMENDATIONS
The version of the Fiat Ducato you are
driving has been designed and approved
on the basis of several set maximum
weights (see the tables “Weights” in sec-
tion “Technical specifications”): kerb
weight; payload; total weight; total weight
on the front axle; total weight on the rear
axle; towable weight
Each of these limits must be
borne in mind and MUST
NEVER BE EXCEEDED under any cir-
cumstances. In particular, never ex-
ceed the maximum weight permitted
on the front and rear axles when ar-
ranging loads in vehicle (especially for
special version vehicles).Chance knocks or sudden
braking can cause sudden
shifts of the load which could jeop-
ardise the safety of the driver and the
passengers: before you start off make
sure the load is firmly secured by us-
ing the hooks built into the floor for
that purpose. Use metal cables, ropes
or straps strong enough to support
the weight of the load to be fixed.
WARNING
WARNING
Even if the vehicle is sta-
tionary on a steep hill or
sideways incline, goods not properly
secured could fall out when the back
or side doors are opened.
WARNING
IMPORTANT Max. admitted load on floor
fixings is 500 kg; max. admitted load on
body side is 150 kg.IMPORTANT For versions with right and
left side boards, before opening the side
boards you are recommended to refit the
release lever in closing position.
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MAINTENANCE
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INDEX
DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
SAFETY
DEVICES
CORRECT USE
OF THE
VEHICLE
WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
INCOMPLETE DOOR/
LOAD COMPARTMENT
LOCKING (red)
On certain versions the warn-
ing light turns on when one or more
doors or the tailgate are not properly
shut.
On certain versions the display shows a
dedicated message when the front left/right
door or rear doors/load compartment are
open.
A buzzer will sound when one of the doors
is open and the vehicle is moving.
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INEFFICIENT
EBD
ELECTRONIC
BRAKING
DISTRIBUTOR
(red) (amber)
The turning on at the same time of warn-
ing lights
xand >with the engine run-
ning indicates an EBD system failure or
that the system is unavailable; in this case
heavy braking may cause the rear wheels
to lock before time, with the possibility of
skidding. Drive with the utmost care to
the nearest Fiat Dealership to have the
system checked.
On certain versions the dedicated message
is displayed.
x>
SEAT BELTS NOT
FASTENED
(red)
The warning light on the instru-
ment panel turns on glowing steadily with
the vehicle stationary and driver’s seat belt
not fastened correctly. The warning light
will turn on flashing together with the
buzzer when, with the vehicle moving, dri-
ver’s seat belt is not fastened correctly. The
S.B.R. (Seat Belt Reminder) buzzer can on-
ly be excluded by Fiat Dealership. On cer-
tain versions the system can be reactivat-
ed through the set-up menu.<
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LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
SAFETY
DEVICES
CORRECT USE
OF THE VEHICLE
IN AN
EMERGENCY
VEICHLE
MAINTENANCE
❒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 per-
fectly tightened.
IMPORTANT A battery which is kept at
a charge of less than 50% (optical indica-
tor with dark colour without green area
in the middle) for any length of time will
be damaged by sulphation leading to a re-
duction 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 vehicle
is inactive for a long period of time, refer
to “Vehicle inactivity”, in section “Correct
use of the vehicle”. USEFUL ADVICE FOR
LENGTHENING THE LIFE OF
YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and length-
en its life, observe the following indica-
tions:
❒when you park the vehicle, ensure the
doors are closed properly. The ceiling
lights must be off;
❒turn the ceiling lights off. The vehicle
however, is provided with an auto-
matic system for switching off internal
lights;
When working on the bat-
tery or near it, always wear
the proper goggles.
WARNINGIf after buying the vehicle, you want to in-
stall 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 vehicle’s electric system is ca-
pable of withstanding the load required,
or whether it should be integrated with
a more powerful battery.
In fact, since these devices continue ab-
sorbing energy even when the ignition key
is off, they gradually run down the battery.
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LIGHTS AND
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DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
SAFETY
DEVICES
CORRECT USE
OF THE
VEHICLE
IN AN
EMERGENCY
VEHICLE
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
Fiat CODE system ............................ 7
Fix & Go (device)................................. 163
Flashing the headlights ....................... 75
Fluids and lubricants ........................... 262
Folding top............................................ 89
Follow me home (device) ................. 76
Front ceiling lights
– bulb replacement .......................... 176
– control............................................. 81
Front fog lights
– bulb replacement .......................... 172
– control button .............................. 83
Fuel
– fuel cut-off switch ......................... 84
– gauge ............................................... 19
Fuel consumption ............................... 264
Fuel cut-off switch .............................. 84
Fuel filler cap ....................................... 111
Fuel gauge ............................................. 19
Fuses (replacement) ........................... 176
Gearbox
– use of the manual gearbox ......... 137
Glass/can holders ............................... 87Glove compartment/oddment
compartment .................................... 86
Government type-approval
radio-controlled remote control... 266
Handbrake .......................................... 136
Hazard lights ........................................ 82
Headlight washer
– control ............................................ 78
Headlights.............................................. 101
– aiming device.................................. 101
– beam adjustment .......................... 101
Head restraints
– front ................................................ 40
Heating and ventilation ...................... 47
Heating system .................................... 47
Identification data .............................. 212
Ignition switch ..................................... 15
In an emergency .................................. 157
Instrument panel
(left hand drive version) ................. 16
Instrument panel
(right hand drive version) .............. 17
Instruments .......................................... 18
Interior fittings .................................... 85 – control ............................................ 74
Direction indicators
– control ............................................ 75
– front bulb replacement................. 170
– rear bulb replacement.................. 173
– side bulb replacement................... 172
Doors .................................................... 92
Electronic alarm.................................. 13
Engine
– identification code......................... 214
– marking ........................................... 213
– specifications ................................. 216
Engine compartment
– washing ........................................... 209
Engine coolant gauge ......................... 19
Engine coolant level ........................... 199
Engine oil
– checking level ................................ 198
– consumption .................................. 198
– gauge ............................................... 20
– technical data.................................. 262
EOBD system ...................................... 106
ESP system ........................................... 103
External lights....................................... 74
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