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❒flashing- indicates the possibility of damage
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; con-
tinue the journey at moderate speed, trying to
avoid driving conditions that may cause further
flashing and contact Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.U
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If with ignition key at MAR, the
Uwarning light does not turn on or if it turns on with fixed
light or flashing when the car is travelling (on certain versions together with the message on
the display), contact Fiat Dealership as soon as possible. Warning light
Uoperation can by
checked by traffic agents by proper equipment therefore, comply with laws and regulations
in force in the country where you are driving.
GENERIC FAILURE INDICATION
The warning light on the dial comes on when the
engine oil pressure sensor is faulty and, for
Multijet versions with modal instrument panel,
also when a failure is detected in diesel fuel sen-
sor. Contact Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
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Warning
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DOOR OPENING/CLOSING ........................................... 221
ENGINE STARTING ............................................................ 222
FIX & GO automatic (QUICK TYRE REPAIR KIT) ...... 225
IF A TYRE IS PUNCTURED ............................................... 230
WHEN NEEDING TO CHANGE A BULB ................... 237
IF AN EXTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT ......................... 240
IF AN INTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT .......................... 246
IF A FUSE BLOWS................................................................ 248
IF THE BATTERY IS FLAT .................................................. 254
JACKING THE CAR............................................................. 255
TOWING THE CAR .......................................................... 255

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DOOR OPENING/CLOSING
Emergency door locking device from outside
The doors are fitted with a device which makes it possible to close the
doors with the lock without power supply.
To close, proceed as follows:
❒insert the ignition key in the pawl (B)
❒turn the device to position 1 and close the ledge.
To open, proceed as follows:
❒insert the key in the pawl and turn it clockwise
❒open the driver’s door
❒from the vehicle inside open the remaining doors by operating the
levers located in the handles.
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ENGINE STARTING
EMERGENCY START-UP
If the Fiat CODE cannot deactivate the engine
immobilising system, the
Yand Uwarning lights
stay on and the engine will not start.
To start the engine the emergency start-up can be
performed.
Read the whole procedure carefully before trying to
carry it out. If you make a mistake, you must turn the
ignition key back to STOP and repeat the whole
operation from beginning.
Proceed as follows:
❒Read the 5-figure electronic code given on the
CODE card;
❒Turn the ignition key to MAR;
❒Press and hold down the accelerator pedal. The
instrument panel warning light
Uwill come on for
about 8 seconds and then go out;
❒Release the accelerator pedal and get ready to
count the flashes of the
Uwarning light;
❒Count the number of flashes that corresponds to
the first figure of the code on the CODE card, then
press the accelerator pedal and keep it there until
the
Uwarning light comes on for four seconds
and then goes out; release the accelerator pedal;
❒The Uwarning light will start flashing again: after it
has flashed the number of times that corresponds
to the second figure on the CODE card, press the
accelerator pedal to the floor and keep it there;
❒Do the same for the remaining figures on the
CODE card;
❒Once the final figure has been entered, keep the
accelerator pedal pressed. The
Uwarning light
will light up for four seconds and then go out;
release the accelerator pedal;
❒Rapid flashing of the warning light U(for about 4
seconds) confirms the operation has been carried
out successfully;
❒Start the engine by turning the ignition key from
MAR to AVV.
If however the warning light
Ustays on, turn the
ignition key to STOP and repeat the procedure from
step one
IMPORTANT After an emergency start-up, you should
contact a Fiat Dealership otherwise you will have to
repeat the procedure described each time you want to
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JUMP STARTING
If the battery is flat, it is possible to start the engine using an auxiliary
battery with the same capacity or a little higher than the flat one.
Proceed as follows:
❒Connect positive terminals (+) of the two batteries with a jump lead;
❒With a second lead, connect the negative terminal (–) of the auxiliary
battery and to an earthing point Eon the engine or the gearbox of
the car to be started;
❒Start the engine;
❒When the engine has been started, remove the leads reversing the
order above.
If after a few attempts the engine does not start, do not insist but contact
the nearest Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT Do not directly connect the two negative terminals: sparks
could ignite the flammable gas from the battery. If the other battery is
fitted in a vehicle, prevent accidental contacts between the metal parts of
the two vehicles.
Under no circumstances should a battery charger be used to start the engine: it could damage the
electronic systems and in particular the ignition and injection control units.
WARNINGDo not carry out this procedure if you lack experience; if it is not done correctly it
can cause very intense electrical discharges. In addition, the fluid contained in the
battery is poisonous and corrosive. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. You are also
advised not to put naked flames or lighted cigarettes near the battery and not to
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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
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FIX & GO automatic (QUICK TYRE REPAIR
KIT) (where provided)
The quick tyre repair kit Fix & Go automatic is placed in the boot.
The kit includes:
❒bottle (A) containing sealer and fitted with:
– filling pipe (B);
– sticker (C) bearing the notice “max. 80 km/h”, to be placed in a posi-
tion visible to the driver (on the instrument panel) after fixing the tyre;
❒instruction brochure, to be used for prompt and proper use of the quick
repair kit and to be then handed to the personnel charged with handling
the treated tyre;
❒compressor (D) including gauge and connections;
❒a pair of protection gloves located in the side space of the compressor;
❒adapters for inflating different elements.
In the kit container (placed in the boot under the carpet) are also housed
the screwdriver and the tow hitch.
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Hand the instruction brochure to the personnel charged with treating the tyre
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IMPORTANT Do not use the quick repairing kit if the
tyre is damaged due to driving with the wheel
flattened.IT SHOULD BE NOTICED THAT:
The sealing fluid of the quick tyre repair kit is effective
with external temperatures between –20 °C and +50
°C.
The sealing fluid has limited life.
WARNINGHoles and damages on the tyre side walls cannot be repaired. Do not use the quick
tyre repair kit if damaging is due to running with flat tyre. In the event of a puncture caused by foreign bodies, it is possible to repair tyres showing damages
on the track or shoulder up to max 4 mm diameter.
Repairs are not possible in case of damages on the wheel rim (bad groove
distortion causing air loss). Do not remove foreign bodies (screws or nails) from the
tyre.WARNING
The compressor shall not be operated for more than 20 minutes. Risk of
overheating!. Tyres repaired with the quick tyre repair kit shall be used temporarily
only.WARNING