2008 FIAT DOBLO check engine

166VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
ELECTRONIC
CONTROL UNITS
When the vehicle is being used nor-
mally, special measures are not neces-
sary.
The following instructions must be
followed very carefully, however, if
you work on the electrical system or
in cases where emergency starting is
necessary:
– Never disconnect the battery from
the electrical system while the engine
is running.
– Disconnect the battery from the
electrical system if you are recharg-
ing it. The modern battery chargers
can discharge voltage up to 20V.
– Never perform emergency start-
ups with a battery charger. Always use
an auxiliary battery.
– Be particularly careful when con-
necting the battery to the electrical
system. Ensure the battery posts are
connected up to the right leads (the Battery Maximum
admitted
stand-by intake
40 Ah 24 mA
50 Ah 30 mA
60 Ah 36 mApolarity is correct) and check that the
connection has been made properly.
– Do not connect or disconnect the
terminals of the electronic units while
the ignition key is at MAR.
– Do not check polarity through
sparking.
– Disconnect the electronic units if
you are electrically welding the vehi-
cle body. Remove the units if temper-
atures exceed 80°C (special opera-
tions on the bodywork, etc.).
IMPORTANTIf the sound system
or alarm systems are not installed cor-
rectly, they can interfere with the
working of the electronic control
units.
Modifications or repairs
to the electrical system
carried out incorrectly
and without bearing the features
of the system in mind can cause
malfunctions with the risk of fire.
The total intake of these systems
(factory and after-market) must be less
than 0.6 mA x Ah (of the battery) as
shown in the following table:
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Modifications or repairs
to the fuel system that
are not carried out prop-
erly or do not take the system
technical specifications into ac-
count can cause malfunctions
leading to the risk of fire. FUEL SUPPLY/IGNITION
Petrol versions
Electronic Multipoint sequential
phased injection integrated with igni-
tion, returnless system.FUEL FEED/IGNITION
Multijet versions
“Common Rail” electronic control
direct injection, turbo and intercool-
er.
SPARK PLUGS
The cleanness and soundness of the
spark plugs are very important for
keeping the engine efficient and pol-
luting emissions down.
The appearance of the spark plug, if
examined by an expert eyes, is a good
way of pinpointing a problem even if it
has nothing to do with the ignition sys-
tem. Therefore, if the engine has prob-
lems, it is important to have the spark
plugs checked at a Fiat Dealership.
The spark plugs must be
changed at the times
specified in the service
schedule. Only use the type of
plugs indicated. If the heat ratio
is less than required or the life
specified is not guaranteed, prob-
lems can arise.
181TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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205TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS205
PRACTICAL TIPS TO
REDUCE CONSUMPTION
AND ENVIRONMENTAL
POLLUTION
Vehicle conditions
1. Have checks and adjustments
carried out in accordance with the
“Scheduled Service Plan”.
2. Check the tyre pressure at inter-
vals of not more than 4 weeks (see
“Tyre pressure”). Too low tyre pres-
sure increases consumption as the
rolling resistance increases. In these
conditions the tyres wear faster and
performance deteriorates.
3. Use winter tyresonly in the sea-
sons where dictated by the climatic
conditions. Winter tyres not only in-
crease consumption but also tyre
noise.4. Do not travel in heavy load con-
ditions(vehicle overloaded): The
weight of the vehicle (especially when
driving in town) and its trim greatly af-
fect fuel consumption and stability.
5. Remove roof racks or ski racks
after use. These accessories reduce
the aerodynamics of the vehicle and
have a negative effect on fuel con-
sumption.
6. Ideally use a trailerto transport
particularly bulky objects.
7. It is preferable to use the air vents:
driving with the window open has a
negative effect on the aerodynamics of
the vehicle.
8. Use the electrical devices only for
the time strictly necessary. The rear
heated window, additional headlights,
windscreen wipers and heater fan
need a considerable amount of ener-
gy, consequently increasing fuel con-
sumption (up to 25% more in the ur-
ban cycle).9. Using the air-conditioning in-
creases consumption (up to 30% more
on average): use the air vents when
the outside temperature permits.
Driving style
1. After starting the engineit is
advisable to set off immediately and
slowly avoiding revving up the engine.
Do not warm up the engine with the
vehicle stationary either at idle or at
high speed: in these conditions the en-
gine in fact warms up more slowly, in-
creasing consumption, emissions and
wear of the mechanical devices.
2. Avoid revving upwhen starting
at traffic lights or before turning off the
engine. This action, like double-de-
clutching, is unnecessary and causes in-
creased fuel consumption and pollu-
tion.
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213INDEX
- rear window ............................. 61
- windscreen ............................... 60
Digital clock .......................... 26-27
Dimensions ................................... 187
Direction indicators
- control ...................................... 64
- front bulb replacement .......... 133
- rear bulb replacement ........... 134
- side bulb replacement ............ 134
Door lock/unlock
remote control ............................. 8
Double ladder (partitions) ......... 51
Driver’s protection ladder
(partitions)................................... 51
Driving your vehicle .................... 106
EBD electronic brake force
distributor ................................... 90
Electric windows .......................... 74
Electronic brake force
distributor EBD .......................... 90
Electronic control units .............. 166
Engine
- fuel feed ..................................... 181
- identification code .................. 176
- ignition ...................................... 181
- specifications ............................ 179Engine compartment
- washing ...................................... 172
Engine coolant gauge ................... 25
Engine coolant level ..................... 159
Engine oil
- checking the level.................... 157
- consumption............................. 158
- specifications ............................ 202
Engine oil level .............................. 157
EOBD system................................ 97
Evaporation system...................... 104
Exhaust gas recirculation ............ 104
Extending the boot ...................... 80
Fiat CODE system ..................... 6
First aid kit ..................................... 148
Follow me home ......................... 66
Front doors ................................... 74
Front foglights
- bulb replacement ................... 133
- control button ......................... 68
Fuel
- at the filling station ................. 102
- capacities .................................. 200
- fuel cut-off switch ................... 69
- gauge .......................................... 25
Fuel cap........................................... 103Fuel consumption ......................... 204
Fuel cut-off switch........................ 69
Fuses
- dashboard fusebox.................. 139
- engine compartment
fusebox ...................................... 140
- replacement.............................. 138
- table............................................ 141
Gearbox
- gearbox use .............................. 109
- technical characteristics ........ 182
Getting to know your vehicle ... 6
Glove compartment .................... 69
Handbrake .......................... 107-182
Hazard lights.................................. 68
Headlight beam corrector.......... 88
Headlight slant
(electrical corrector) ................ 88
Headlights
- adjusting the headlights
abroad........................................ 89
- beam corrector ....................... 88
- beam direction......................... 89
- slant compensation ................. 88
Head restraints
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FUEL CAPACITY (litres) ENGINE OIL CHANGE
1.4 1.3 Multijet 1.9 Multijet
litres kg litres kg litres kg
Oil sump2.4 2.1 3.0 2.6 4.0 3.5
Oil sump and filter2.6 2.25 3.2 2.8 4.3 3.7
Dispose of waste oil properly
Versions Size Medium load Full load
Front Rear Front Rear
Passenger Transportation 185/65 R15 88T 2.3 (*) 2.3 (*) 2.3 2.7
Family (7 seater) 185/65 R15 92T 2.3 2.7 2.3 2.7
Cargo standard capacity/Combi N1185/65 R15 92T 2.3 2.7 2.3 2.7
Cargo extra capacity/Long wheelbase 175/75 R14 C99/98T 3.0 3.5 3.0 3.5
Combi N1 exra capacity 175/75 R14 C99/98T 2.8 3.0 3.0 3.5
Passenger Transportation Natural Power 175/70 R14 88T 2.6 3.0 2.6 3.0
Cargo Natural Power 175/70 R14 C95/93S 2.8 3.5 2.8 3.5
With warm tyres the pressure should be +0.3 bar in relation to the prescribed value. Check again the correct pressure when the tyres are cold.
(*) Up to 3 people + 50 kg.
Tank capacity.................................................................................................................... 60
Reserve.......................................................................................................................... 5 - 7
Use only unleaded petrol with a rated octane number (RON) not less than 95.
Refuel diesel vehicles with diesel fuel for motor vehicles (EN590 Specification).
COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE (bar)
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