2008 FIAT DOBLO open bonnet

21GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
DASHBOARD
The presence and the position of the instruments and warning lights may vary according to the versions.
1.Fixed side vent - 2.Adjustable side vent - 3.Horn - 4.Instrument panel - 5.Adjustable central vent - 6.Glove compart-
ment - 7.Adjustable central vent - 8.Central controls - 9.Glove compartment - 10.Adjustable side vent - 11.Fixed side
vent - 12.Front right-hand speaker housing -13.Glove compartment - 14.Heater/ventilation/climate control system con-
trols - 15.Recirculation slider - 16.Additional power socket - 17.Glove compartment - 18.Ashtray - 19.Cigar lighter -
20.Ignition switch - 21.Steering wheel adjustment lever - 22.Bonnet opening lever - 23.Front left-hand speaker housing.
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fig. 27
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85GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Important. The bonnet
might fall violently if the
support rod is not posi-
tioned properly.
When the engine is hot,
mind your hands when
working inside the engine
compartment to avoid burning
yourself. Never put your hands
near the fan: it could start up even
without the key in the switch.
Wait until the engine cools down.BONNET
To open the bonnet
This should only be done
when the vehicle is sta-
tionary. Before opening
the bonnet, check the windscreen
wiper arms are not lifted from
the windscreen.
1)Pull the yellow lever A-fig. 133
in the direction of the arrow.
2)Raise the bonnet slightly until lo-
cating the release lever.
fig. 133
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3)Press the fastener A-fig. 134, as
shown in the figure.
4)Open the bonnet and release the
rod A-fig. 135from its clip at the
same time. Then Bon the bonnet.
B
A
fig. 135
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Take care that scarves,
ties or loose clothing do
not accidentally come
near moving parts; they could be-
come entangled with serious dan-
ger for the wearer.
fig. 134
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86GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
After travelling a few
kilometres, check that
the attachment fastening
screws are tight.
Distribute the load even-
ly and when driving, bear
in mind the increased
sensitivity of the vehicle to side
wind.
Never exceed the max.
permissible loads (see
section “Technical speci-
fications”).
Strictly comply with cur-
rent law regulations con-
cerning max. overall di-
mensions.
fig. 136
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ROOF RACK/SKI
RACK
PRESETTING
To use the roof racks you shall re-
move the caps set in points fig. 136.
Attach the roof rack bar brackets to
the fasteners.
IMPORTANTAlways follow the
instructions provided with the kit
carefully. The bars should be fitted by
skilled personnel.
For safety reasons the
bonnet must be closed
properly to avoid its
opening while the vehicle is trav-
elling. Therefore, always check it
is properly closed and the catch
engaged. Should you notice that
the catch is not perfectly engaged
when travelling, stop the vehicle
immediately and close the bon-
net. To close the bonnet
1)Hold the bonnet up with one hand
and, with the other, remove rod A-
fig. 135from recess Band replace it
in its clip.
2)Lower the bonnet until it is about
20 cm above the engine compartment,
and then let it drop, ensuring that it
is fully closed and not just held in po-
sition by the safety catch.
If the bonnet does not close properly
do not push it down but open it again
and repeat the above procedure.
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172VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
Detergents pollute wa-
ter. The vehicle must
therefore be washed in an
area equipped for the collection
and purification of the liquids
used while washing.
IMPORTANT The engine com-
partment should be washed while the
engine is cold and with the ignition key
at STOP. After washing, make sure
that the various protections (e.g. rub-
ber boots and various guards) have
not be removed or damaged. To wash the vehicle properly:
1) Remove the aerial from the roof
to prevent damaging it when washing
the vehicle in an automatic carwash.
2) Wash the body using a low pres-
sure jet of water.
3)Wipe a sponge with a slightly
soapy solution over the bodywork,
frequently rinsing the sponge.
4)Rinse well with water and dry
with a jet of air or a chamois leather.
When drying the vehicle, be careful
to get at those parts which are not so
easily seen e.g. the door frames, bon-
net and around the headlights where
water can most readily collect. You
should leave the vehicle out in the
open so that any water remaining can
evaporate more easily.Detergents pollute wa-
ter. For this reason, the
vehicle must be washed in
an area equipped for the collec-
tion and purification of the liquids
used while washing.
Engine compartment
At the end of each winter season,
carefully clean the engine compart-
ment. Be careful not to direct the jet
of water on the electronic control
units. Have this done at a garage. Do not wash the vehicle after it has
been parked in the sun or while the
bonnet is hot: it could take the shine
off the paint.
Outside plastic parts must be cleaned
following the usual vehicle washing
procedure.
Where possible avoid parking the ve-
hicle under trees; the resinous sub-
stances that certain species of tree
shed dull the paintwork and increase
the possibility of rust forming.
IMPORTANTBird droppings must
be washed off immediately and with
great care as their acid is particularly
aggressive.
Windows
Use specific window cleaner prod-
ucts to clean cloths to avoid scratch-
ing the glass or damaging the trans-
parency.
IMPORTANTTo prevent damage
to the electric heater element, wipe the
inside of the heated rear window gen-
tly in the same direction as the ele-
ments.
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212INDEX
I I
N N
D D
E E
X X
- recharging ................................ 144
- replacing ................................... 164
Bodywork
- maintenance ............................ 171
- version codes .......................... 176
Bodywork paint plate .................. 175
Bonnet ............................................ 85
Boot
- anchoring the load .................. 84
- extending .................................. 80
- opening and closing ................ 79
Boot light........................................ 134
Brake fluid level ............................ 160
Brake lights .................................... 134
Brakes
- fluid level ................................... 160
- service and emergency .......... 181
Bulb (replacement) ...................... 130
- bulb types.................................. 131
- general instructions ................ 130
Capacities ..................................... 200Catalytic converter
(oxidising) .................................... 104
Catalytic converter
(three way) .................................. 104
Ceiling light .................................... 66
- control ....................................... 67
- replacement.............................. 137
Cellular telephone setup ............ 99
Central side windows ................. 72
Checking the levels ...................... 154
Child lock
(device)......................................... 77
Cigar lighter ................................. 70
Clutch ............................................ 182
- fluid level .................................. 160
CO
2emissions at exhaust ......... 206
Containing running costs and
pollution ....................................... 110
Control buttons ........................... 68
Dashboard................................... 21
Demisting
- electric mirrors ....................... 61
- front side windows ................. 60
ABS .............................................. 89
Accessories purchased
by the owner .............................. 100
- installation of
electric/electronic devices .... 100
- radio transmitters and
cellular telephones .................. 100
Air filter
- replacement ............................ 162
Air recirculation ........................... 61
Air vents ......................................... 58
Airbags (front and side) .............. 91
- general warnings...................... 94
- passenger airbag manual
deactivation .............................. 93
Annual inspection schedule ....... 152
Ashtray
- front ........................................... 71
At the filling station ..................... 102
Battery
- fluid level (electrolyte) .......... 163
- jump starting ............................ 144
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