2007 FIAT PANDA open bonnet

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BONNET
To open the bonnet fig. 81-82-83
Pull the red lever (under the dashboard)
as shown in the figure.
Lift leverA.
Open the bonnet and at the same time re-
lease the rodBfrom its clip C.
Insert the end of rod in its recess Don
the bonnet and leave it in safety position.
Restoring the seat position
To restore the use of the rear seat: lift the
seat back and push it backwards until you
hear the locking click and make sure the
seat belts are at the front of the seat back.
fig. 80F0G0258mfig. 81F0G0202m
Once you have released the
lever, check that the seat is
firmly locked in the runners by trying
to move it back and forth. Failure to
lock the seat in place could result in
the seat moving suddenly and the dri-
ver losing control of the car.
WARNING
The bonnet might fall vio-
lently if the support rod is
not positioned properly. This should
only be done when the car is station-
ary.
WARNING
fig. 82F0G0690m
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Before opening the bonnet,
check that windscreen wiper
arms are not lifted from the wind-
screen.
WARNING
fig. 83
C
B
F0G0075m
To close the bonnet fig. 83
Hold the bonnet up with one hand and,
with the other, remove rod Bfrom recess
Dand replace it in its clip C;
Lower the bonnet until it is about 20 cm
above the engine compartment, then let it
fall and make sure it is properly locked and
not just secured in safety position. In this
case do not press the bonnet but raise it
again and repeat the operation.
For safety reasons the bon-
net must be closed properly
to avoid its opening while the car is
travelling. Therefore, always check it
is properly closed and the catch en-
gaged. Should you notice that the
catch is not perfectly engaged when
travelling, stop the car immediately
and close the bonnet.
WARNING
If checks are needed in the
engine compartment, when
it is still hot, proceed with the utmost
care to avoid burns. Do not approach
the fan: it might start working also
with the ignition key removed. Wait
for the engine cool down.
WARNING
Scarves, ties and other loose
articles of clothing could
easily get caught up in moving parts.
This can be extremely dangerous.
WARNING
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❒spraying of plastic parts, with a protec-
tive function in the more exposed
points: underdoor, inner fender parts,
edges, etc;
❒ Use of “open” boxed sections to pre-
vent condensation and pockets of mois-
ture from triggering rust inside.
BODY AND UNDERBODY
WARRANTY
Your Fiat Panda is covered by warranty
against perforation due to rust of any orig-
inal element of the structure or body.
For the general terms of this warranty, re-
fer to Fiat Warranty Booklet.
ADVICE FOR PRESERVING
THE BODYWORK
Paint
Paintwork does not only serve an aesteth-
ic purpose, but also protects the under-
lying sheet metal.
In the case of deep scrapes or scores, you
are advised to have the necessary touching
up carried out immediately to avoid the for-
mation of rust. For touching up use only
original products (see “Bodywork paint
identification plate” in section “Technical
specifications”).Normal paint maintenance consists in
washing at intervals depending on the con-
ditions and environment of use. For exam-
ple, in highly polluted areas, or if the roads
are sprayed with salt, it is wise to wash the
car more frequently.
To correctly wash the car:
❒ remove the aerial from the roof to pre-
vent damage to it if the car is washed in
an automatic system;
❒ wash the body using a low pressure jet
of water;
❒ wipe a sponge with a slightly soapy so-
lution over the bodywork, frequently
rinsing with the sponge;
❒ rinse well with water and dry with a jet
of air or a chamois leather.
When drying, take particular care with the
less visible parts like door surrounds, bon-
net and around the headlights where wa-
ter may stagnate. The car should not be
taken to a closed area immediately, but left
in the open so that residual water can
evaporate.
Do not wash the car after it has been left
in the sun or with the bonnet hot: this may
alter the shine of the paintwork.Windows
Use specific window cleaner products.
Use also clean cloths to avoid scratching
the glass or damaging the transparency.
IMPORTANT The inside of the
rearscreen should be wiped gently with a
cloth in the direction of the filaments to
avoid damaging the heating device. Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned in
the same way as the rest of the car.
Where possible, do not park under trees;
the resinous substance many species re-
lease give the paint a dull appearance and
increase the possibility of triggering rust
processes.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings must be
washed off immediately and thoroughly as
the acid they contain is particularly ag-
gressive.
Detergents cause water pollu-
tion. Therefore the engine
compartment should be
washed in areas equipped for
collecting and purifying the liquid used
in the washing process.
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Bonnet .................................................. 63
Boot ........................................................ 60
– extension......................................... 62
– opening/closing .........................60-61
– removing the rear parcel shelf .. 62
Boot light .............................................. 51
– bulb replacement........................... 145
Brakes..................................................... 183
– fluid level ........................................ 165
– technical data ................................ 183
Bulb (replacement) ............................. 136
– general instructions ..................... 136
– types of bulbs ................................ 137
Capacities ............................................ 190
Car inactivity ....................................... 112
Car maintenance ................................. 155
– additional checks .......................... 159
– Annual Inspection Schedule ....... 159
– climate control system ............ 43-47
– scheduled service ......................... 156
– Service Schedule ........................... 157
Carrying children safely ..................... 87
Ceiling lights ......................................... 50
– boot light ........................................ 51
– front ................................................ 50
Central door locking system ............ 57Chassis (marking) ............................... 179
Child lock.............................................. 58
Child restraint systems
– "Isofix type" .................................. 91
– Passenger’s seat compliance ..... 89
Cigar lighter.......................................... 53
Clutch..................................................... 182
CO
2emissions ..................................... 194
Code Card ........................................... 8
Consumption ....................................... 193
– engine oil ........................................ 163
– fuel ................................................... 293
Containing running costs .................. 106
Controls................................................ 52
Control buttons .................................. 52
Correct use of the car ...................... 101
Dashboard........................................... 5
Demisting the windows...........40-42-46
Digital clock ..............................18-20-25
Digital display ....................................... 18
Dimensions .......................................... 187
Dipped beam headlights .................... 48
– bulb replacement........................... 140
– control ............................................ 48
Direction indicators ........................... 48
– control ............................................ 48
ABS ...................................................... 67
Accessories purchased
by the owner .................................... 77
Air bag .................................................. 93
– front air bag driver’s side ........... 94
– front air bag passenger’s side ..... 95
– Side bags and
Window bags.................................. 96
Air filter ................................................ 166
Air recirculation .......................39-41-45
Air vents ............................................... 38
Ashtray................................................... 53
At the filling station ............................ 190
Automatic climate control system .. 44
Battery.................................................. 168
– checking the charge ..................... 168
– important notes ............................ 160
– jump starting .................................. 125
– recharging ...................................... 152
– replacing ......................................... 168
– useful advice.................................... 169
Bodywork.............................................. 173
– maintenance .................................. 174
– protection....................................... 173
– version codes ................................ 180
– warranty ......................................... 174
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