2007 FIAT IDEA power steering

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INCOMPLETE DOOR LOCKING
The warning light on the dial turns on (on certain
versions together with the message on the
display) when one or more doors, the boot or
the bonnet are not properly shut.
Symbols
¯/˙shown on the display indicate
incomplete left/right door closing.
´
(*) Or rear
red
green
Warning
light on dialMessage on reconfigurable
multifunction displayMessage on
multifunction display
(*)
“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING SYSTEM
On versions with modal instrument panel the
warning light turns on when the “dualdrive”
electric power steering is activated.
On versions with comfort instrument panel, the
message CITY is displayed on the reconfigurable
multifunction display when the “dualdrive”
electric power steering is activated.
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“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING FAILURE (where provided)
Turning the ignition key to MAR the warning light
on the dial turns on, but it should go off after few
seconds.
If the warning light stays on (on certain versions
together with the message on the display), you
will not have steering assistance and the effort on
the steering wheel will be increased, steering is
however possible. Contact Fiat Dealership.
DIESEL FUEL FILTER SENSOR FAILURE
The warning light on the dial comes on (on
certain versions together with the message on
the display) when diesel fuel filter sensor failure is
detected. Contact Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible to have the fault removed.
GLOW PLUG WARMING
FAILURE (Multijet versions)
The warning light on the dial turns on (together
with the message on the display) when there is a
failure in the glow plug warming system. Contact
Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have the
fault eliminated.
g
red
amber
amber
è
m
Warning
light on dial Message on
multifunction displayMessage on reconfigurable
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BUMP STARTING
Never bump start the engine (bu pushing, towing, or
coasting downhill) as this could cause fuel to flow into
the catalytic exhaust system and damage it beyond
repair.IMPORTANT Remember that until the engine has
started the brake booster and electrical power
steering systems will not work and a greater effort will
therefore be required to press the brake pedal or turn
the steering wheel.
WARNINGAlert other drivers that the car is stationary in compliance 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
oncoming traffic while the wheel is being changed on. If the wheel is being changed
on a steep or badly surfaced road, place the wedges or other suitable material
under the wheel to stop the car.

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Fuse box in engine compartment
USERFUSE AMPERE
Dashboard control unit 1F1 70
Power steering control unitF2 70
Ignition switchF3 20
Dashboard control unit 2F4 50
ABS / ESP control unitF5 60
Radiator electric fan (low speed) (all versions)F6 30
Radiator electric fan (high speed) (all versions excluded 1.2 16V, 1.4 16V heated) F7 40
Climate control electric fanF8 30
Headlight washerF9 20
HornF10 15
Electronic injection secondary servicesF11 15
Right main beam headlightF14 10
Left main beam headlightF15 10
+15 Electronic injection system / Dualogic gearbox (*)F16 7,5
Electronic injection primary servicesF17 10
+30 Engine control unit / Radiator electric fan remote control switch (1.9 Multijet) (*) F18 7.5
CompressorF19 7.5
Heated diesel oil filter (Multijet)F20 30
Fuel pumpF21 15
Electronic injection primary services (1.2 16V, 1.4 16V)F22 15
Electronic injection primary services (Multijet)F22 20
+30 Dualogic gearbox (*)F23 15
+15 Electric power steering (*)F24 7,5
Front fog lightsF30 15
(*) +30 = battery directive positive terminal (not under key)
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WARNING
WARNING
Do not start the engine when towing the car.
WARNINGWhile the car is being towed with the
engine off, remember that the brake
pedal and steering will require more
effort as you no longer have the benefit
of the brake booster and the electrical
power steering. Do not use flexible cables
to tow. Avoid jerking. Whilst towing,
ensure that the coupling to the car does
not damage the surrounding components.
When towing the car, you must comply
with the specific traffic regulations
regarding the tow hitch and how to tow
on the road. TOW RING HOOKING
Proceed as follows:
❒take the tow ring (B) from its support;
❒tighten the ring on the rear or front threaded pin.
F0H0204m
F0H0205m
Before starting to tow, turn the ignition
key to MAR and then to STOP. Do not
remove the key. If the key is removed, the
steering lock engages automatically which
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1.216V - 1.48V (◊) - 1.416V- 1.3 Multijet 70 HP
Disc, self-ventilating (257 mm x 22mm)
Drum type (203 mm)
Controlled by hand lever, working
on rear brakes
SUSPENSIONS
Front
Rear1.2
16V - 1.48V (◊) - 1.416V- 1.3 Multijet - 1.9 Multijet
Mc Pherson independent wheels
Interconnected wheels with twisting axle
STEERING
Type
Minimum steering
cycle m
(◊) Engine model provided for certain versions/markets only1.2
16V - 1.48V (◊) - 1.416V- 1.3 Multijet - 1.9 Multijet
Rack and pinion with electric power steering
10.0
1.3 Multijet 90 HP - 1.9 Multijet
Disc, self-ventilating (284 mm x 22mm)
Drum type (228 mm)
Controlled by hand lever, working
on rear brakes
BRAKES
Service brakes:– front
– rear
Parking brake
IMPORTANT Water, ice and antifreeze salt on roads may deposit on the brake discs thus reducing braking efficiency at first braking.

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ABS (system) ............................. 138
Accessories purchased by the
user ............................................... 143
Air bags (front)........................... 166
– driver's air bag ...................... 168
– passenger's front air bag .... 168
– passenger's front air bag
manual deactivation ........... 169
- Side bags .................................. 170
Air cleaner................................... 263
Air vents ..................................... 80-81
Ashtray (Smokers' kit) ............ 122
At the filling station ................... 148
Automatic two-zone climate
control system............................ 89
Battery
– checking the charge............. 273
– jump starting ......................... 223
– recharging .............................. 254
– replacing ............................... 274
Bodywork
– maintenance ......................... 282
– version codes........................ 289
Bonnet ......................................... 134Boot ............................................. 128
– extension ............................... 131
– light ......................................... 256
Brake lights
– bulb replacement ................. 244
Brakes
– fluid level ............................... 271
– handbrake ............................. 181
– service and emergency ....... 293
Bulb (replacement) ................... 237
Capacities ................................... 300
Car inactivity ............................. 190
Car maintenance ........................ 258
– additional checks.................. 262
– Annual Inspection Schedule 262
– scheduled service................. 259
– Service Schedule .................. 260
Cargo box ................................... 119
Carrying children safely ............ 159
Ceiling lights ................................ 111
– bulb replacement ................. 246
Cellular telephones
– presetting............................... 141Checking fluid levels ............... 265
Child lock ................................... 11
Cigar lighter (Smokers' kit) ..... 122
Clutch .......................................... 292
CO
2emissions .......................... 304
Containing running costs ......... 183
Correct use of the car ............ 177
Cruise Control .......................... 108
Current sockets ......................... 121
Dashboard and controls ......... 4-21
Diesel fuel filter ......................... 272
Dimensions ............................... 297
Dipped beam headlights
– bulb replacement ................. 241
– control .................................. 100
Direction indicators ................. 101
– bulb replacement ................. 242
– control .................................. 101
Door pockets ............................. 117
Doors ........................................... 7-221
Emergency device for locking
doors from the outside ......... 12
Dualdrive
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– control .................................. 101
– flashing .................................... 101
Manual climate control
system ......................................... 85
Multifunction display (on
comfort instrument panel) ..... 35
- controls ..................................... 36
Multifunction display (on
modal instrument panel) ......... 27
- controls ..................................... 28
Number plate light
– bulb replacement ................ 223
Oddment compartments ........ 118
- roof console ............................. 119
- upper.......................................... 117
Outlets ......................................... 121
Parking ....................................... 181
Parking sensors .......................... 146
Performance................................ 298
Plates ........................................... 287
Pollen filter ................................. 263
Power windows ......................... 125
Pretensioners.............................. 156
Prolonged car inactivity .......... 190
Protecting the environment .... 150
Radio transmitters and
cellular telephones..................... 141
Rain sensor ................................ 105
Rear fog lights
– bulb replacement ................. 244
– control button ...................... 115
Rear window washer
– control .................................. 104
– fluid level ............................... 270
Rear window wipers
– control .................................. 104
– smart washing ....................... 105
– blades .................................... 279
– nozzles.................................... 281
Rearview mirrors....................... 78
Rev counter ................................ 25
Reversing light
– bulb replacement ................. 244
Rims ............................................. 295
Roof racks ................................. 136
Rubber tubing ............................. 279
Safety devices ............................ 151
Seat belts
– general instructions ............ 152
– height adjustment ............... 154– maintenance ......................... 159
– S.B.R. system ......................... 153
– use .......................................... 152
Seats .............................................. 69
Side/taillights
– bulb replacement ........... 243-244
– control .................................. 100
Smart washing............................. 105
Snow chains ............................... 189
Sound system
– installation ............................ 141
– preset system ...................... 141
Spark plugs .................................. 290
Speedometer .............................. 25
Starting the engine
– bump starting ........................ 224
– emergency start-up ............. 222
– ignition switch ..................... 20
– jump starting ........................ 223
– Multijet engines .................... 179
– petrol engines ...................... 178
– stopping the engine ............. 180
– warming up the engine ...... 180
Steering . ...................................... 293
Steering lock .............................. 20
Steering wheel (adjustment) ... 68