2007 FIAT SEDICI fuel

96
62J143Type B (For Diesel Engine Model)
This display shows instantaneous fuel con-
sumption when the vehicle is moving.
However, the display of instantaneous fu-
el consumption can be turned off if you
desire.
NOTE Unless the vehicle is moving, the
display will indicate “--.-”.
You can change the unit indication be-
tween “l/ 100km” or “MPG” and you can
also turn the display off. To change the in-
dication, follow the instructions below. NOTE
❒The value of fuel consumption shown
in the display is affected by such as fol-
lowing conditions;
– road condition
– surrounding traffic condition
– driving condition
❒The information display will be changed
to the state of initialization when you
reconnect the negative (–) terminal to
a battery.
63J148
❒Turn the ignition switch to the “ACC”
or “ON” position while holding in the
“DISP” knob (c). The unit display of fu-
el consumption will blink the current
unit.
❒Push the “DISP” knob (c) quickly to
change the display as shown in the
above illustrations.
❒Push the “DISP” knob (c) for more than
2 seconds, and the unit display will stop
blinking and the display will stay on. If
you don’t operate the “DISP” knob (c)
within about 8 seconds, the unit display
will automatically stop blinking and the
display will stay on.
069-128 Fiat16 New GB 27-11-2007 11:26 Pagina 96

97
63J111
❒Hold in the “DISP” knob (c) for more
than 2 seconds. The unit display of the
instantaneous fuel consumption will
blink. When the display of instanta-
neous fuel consumption is turned off,
the display “-- -” will appear.
❒Push the “DISP” knob (c) quickly to
change the indication as shown in the
above illustration.
❒Push the “DISP” knob (c) for more than
2 seconds, and the unit indication will
stop blinking or the display “-- -” will go
out and the display will be turned off.
If you don’t operate the “DISP” knob
(c) within about 8 seconds after the
unit indication starts blinking, the unit
display will automatically stop blinking
or the display “-- -” will go out and the
display will be turned off.NOTE
❒The value of fuel consumption shown
in the display is affected by such as fol-
lowing conditions;
– road condition
– surrounding traffic condition
– driving condition
❒The information display will be changed
to the state of initialization when you
reconnect the negative (–) terminal to
a battery.
THEFT DETERRENT LIGHT (4)
This light will blink with the ignition switch
in the “OFF” or “ACC” position. The
blinking light is intended to deter theft by
leading others to believe that the vehicle
is equipped with a security system.
069-128 Fiat16 New GB 27-11-2007 11:26 Pagina 97

102
During operation of the air conditioner,
you may notice slight changes in engine
speed. These changes are normal, the sys-
tem is designed so that the compressor
turns on or off to maintain the desired
temperature.
Less operation of the compressor results
in better fuel economy.
SYSTEM OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Natural ventilation
Select “VENTILATION” and “FRESH
AIR”, the temperature selector to the de-
sired temperature position, and the blow-
er speed selector to “OFF”. Fresh air will
flow through the vehicle during driving.
Forced ventilation
The control settings are the same as for
natural ventilation except you set the
blower speed selector to a position oth-
er than “OFF”.Normal heating (using outside air)
Select “HEAT” and “FRESH AIR”, the
temperature selector to the desired tem-
perature position and the blower speed
selector to the desired blower speed po-
sition. Setting the blower speed selector
to a higher blower speed position in-
creases heating efficiency.
Quick heating
(using recirculated air)
The control settings are the same as for
normal heating except you select “RE-
CIRCULATED AIR”. If you use this heat-
ing method for an extended period of
time, the air in the vehicle can become
contaminated and the windows can be-
come misty. Therefore, use this method
only for quick heating and change to the
normal heating method as soon as possi-
ble. Recirculated Air (g)
When this mode is selected, the indicator
light will come on, outside air is shut out
and inside air is recirculated. This mode is
suitable when driving through dusty or
polluted air such as in a tunnel, or when
attempting to quickly cool down the in-
terior.
“FRESH AIR” and “RECIRCULATED AIR”
are switched alternately each time the air
intake selector is pushed.
NOTE If you select “RECIRCULATED
AIR” for an extended period of time, the
air in the vehicle can become contami-
nated. Therefore, you should occasional-
ly select “FRESH AIR”.
Air conditioning switch (5)
To turn on the air conditioning system,
push in the “A/C” switch and set the blow-
er speed selector to a position other than
“OFF”. With this “A/ C” switch operation,
a indicator light will come on when the air
conditioning system is on. To turn off the
air conditioning system, push the “A/C”
switch again.
069-128 Fiat16 New GB 27-11-2007 11:26 Pagina 102

129
O O
T T
H H
E E
R R
C C
O O
N N
T T
R R
O O
L L
S S
A A
N N
D D
E E
Q Q
U U
I I
P P
M M
E E E
N N
T T
60G407
PARKING BRAKE LEVER .................................................. 130
PEDAL .................................................................................... 131
GEARSHIFT LEVER .............................................................. 132
FUEL FILLER CAP ................................................................ 132
FOLDING REAR SEATS ..................................................... 134
SUN VISOR ........................................................................... 137
INTERIOR LIGHT SWITCH ............................................. 138
SPOT LIGHT (if equipped) ................................................. 138
FRONT SEAT HEATER (if equipped) .............................. 139
ASSIST GRIPS (if equipped) ................................................ 140
ENGINE HOOD .................................................................. 140
CUP HOLDER AND STORAGE AREA
(if equipped) ........................................................................... 142
FRAME HOOKS ................................................................... 143
TIRE CHANGING TOOL ................................................. 144
FRONT SEAT BACK POCKET (if equipped) ................ 145
LUGGAGE RESTRAINT LOOPS (if equipped)................. 145
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT COVER (if equipped).... 146
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHT ............................ 146
RADIO ANTENNA (if equipped) ..................................... 147
ROOF RAILS OR ROOF RACK ANCHORS
(if equipped)........................................................................... 147
4
129-148 Fiat16 New GB 27-11-2007 11:27 Pagina 129

132
FUEL FILLER CAP
The fuel filler cap is located on the left rear
side of the vehicle. The fuel filler lid can be
unlocked by pulling up the opener lever lo-
cated on the outboard side of the driver’s
seat and locked by simply closing the lid.
GEARSHIFT LEVER
Your vehicle is equipped with a manual
transaxle. The gearshift lever is shown. For
details on how to use the transaxle, re-
fer to “Using the Transaxle” in the “OP-
ERATING YOUR VEHICLE” section.
63J051
Remove the fuel filler cap
slowly. The fuel may be un-
der pressure and may spray out, caus-
ing injury.
WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flam-
mable. Do not smoke when
refueling, and make sure there are no
open flames or sparks in the area.
WARNING
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
IMPORTANT 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.
129-148 Fiat16 New GB 27-11-2007 11:27 Pagina 132

133
The fuel tank filler cap has a “screw-on
ratcheting type” feature.
❒To remove, turn the cap counter-
clockwise. Turn the cap slowly to allow
any residual pressure to escape.
❒To install, turn the cap clockwise and
tighten it securely until a “ratcheting”
(clicking) sound is heard. The “ratchet-
ing” sound indicates that the cap is on
properly.
79J048
79J049
60G069
Open
Close
If you need to replace the fu-
el cap, use a genuine Fiat cap
or its equivalent. Use of an improper
cap can result in a malfunction of the
fuel system or emission control system.
It may also result in fuel leakage in the
event of an accident.
WARNING
129-148 Fiat16 New GB 27-11-2007 11:27 Pagina 133

149
O O
P P
E E
R R
A A
T T
I I
N N
G G
Y Y
O O
U U
R R
V V
E E
H H
I I
C C
L L
E E
60G408
EXHAUST GAS WARNING ............................................. 150
DAILY INSPECTION CHECKLIST .................................. 150
ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION ....................................... 152
STARTING THE ENGINE ................................................. 152
USING THE TRANSAXLE ................................................. 156
USING THE 2WD/ 4WD SWITCH (if equipped) ........ 157
BRAKING .............................................................................. 160
ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP
®)
(if equipped) ........................................................................... 162
RUNNING-IN ....................................................................... 165
CATALYTIC CONVERTER (if equipped)...................... 165
IMPROVING FUEL ECONOMY ...................................... 166
5
149-166 Fiat16 New GB 27-11-2007 11:27 Pagina 149

151
Once a week, or each time you fill your
fuel tank, perform the following under-
hood checks:
❒Engine oil level
❒Coolant level
❒Brake fluid level
❒Power steering (if equipped) fluid level
❒Windshield washer fluid level
❒Battery solution level
❒Hood latch operation
Pull the hood release handle inside the
vehicle. Make sure that you cannot
open the hood all the way without re-
leasing the secondary latch. Be sure to
close the hood securely after check-
ing for proper latch operation. See “All
latches, hinges & locks” of “CHASSIS
AND BODY” in the “Periodic Main-
tenance Schedule” in the “INSPEC-
TION AND MAINTENANCE” section
for lubrication schedule.Once a month, or each time you fill your
fuel tank, check the tire pressure using a
tire pressure gauge. Also check the tire
pressure of the spare tire.❒Adjust the seat and adjustable head re-
straint (if equipped).
❒Check the brake pedal and the park-
ing brake lever.
❒Adjust the mirrors.
❒Make sure that you and all passengers
have properly fastened your seat belts.
❒Make sure that all warning lights come
on as the key is turned to the “ON” or
“START” position.
❒Check all gauges.
❒Make sure that the BRAKE SYSTEM
WARNING light turns off when the
parking brake is released.
60A187S
Make sure the hood is fully
closed and latched before
driving. If it is not, it can fly up un-
expectedly during driving, obstructing
your view and resulting in an acci-
dent.
WARNING
149-166 Fiat16 New GB 27-11-2007 11:27 Pagina 151