2008 FIAT IDEA fuel

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FIAT IDEA LPG
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM
In the event of an impact to the vehicle,
the petrol supply is cut off immediately,
causing the engine to cut out and, as a re-
sult, the LPG safety solenoid valves to
close.
For further information, please see the
‘Fuel cut off system’ paragraph in the
‘Dashboard and Controls’ chapter in the
Owner’s Handbook.
STARTING THE
ENGINE
The engine is always started on petrol,
even with the switch in the LPG position
(green LED flashing, yellow LED on con-
stantly) and switches automatically soon
after.
There must always be some petrol in the
tank to protect the petrol pump.
To carry out the starting manoeuvre cor-
rectly, see the warnings and advice in the
Owner Handbook under the chapter
“Starting the engine” enclosed with this
Supplement.
In this situation, you can con-
tinue driving, with the car run-
ning on petrol (excluding the
LPG fuel system). To stop the
buzzer, press button A: the green ON
LED will go out and the yellow OFF
LED will remain on constantly. Go to a
Fiat Dealer as soon as possible to have
the system checked.
System failure signalling
The car has a self-diagnostic system ca-
pable of signalling any malfunctions in the
LPG fuel system through the green ON
LED Fig. 7flashing. In the event of faults
that could affect correct engine operation,
the LPG control unit will automatically
switch from LPG operation to running on
petrol.
This situation will be shown by:
– the yellow OFFLED on constantly;
– the green ONLED flashing;
– an acoustic warning sounded by the
switch buzzer (slow frequency).
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FIAT IDEA LPG
AT THE PETROL
STATION
LPG filler
The fuel filler is next to the petrol filler
cap. It has a one-way valve, located in the
actual filler body.
To access the filler B - fig. 8, open the ac-
cess hatchAand undo the cap C.
Take the following precautions during re-
fuelling:
– switch off the engine;
– apply the handbrake;
– turn the ignition key to the STOPpo-
sition;
– do not smoke;
– hand the special adaptor over to the
qualified LPG refuelling staff.
IMPORTANT Before refuelling with LPG,
the qualified staff should ensure that the
adaptor is correctly tightened onto the
filler fitting.
WHEELS
Wheel repair
The car does not have a spare wheel but
comes with a quick tyre repair kit known
as Fix&Go.
The kit is located on the left of the luggage
compartment and is fastened by Velcro.
For use, please refer to the instructions in
the booklet supplied with this supplement.
FUSE REPLACEMENT
The LPG system components are protec-
ted by specific fuses. Contact a Fiat Dea-
lership if a fuse needs replacing.
For all the other fuses, please consult the
Owner’s Handbook supplied with this sup-
plement.
fig. 8F0H0773m
IMPORTANT Depending on the country,
there are two types of adaptors for refu-
elling pumps. The adaptor that comes with
the car in a special case is specifically de-
signed for the country in which the car is
sold. If you are in a different country,
please find out what type of adaptor is
used there.
IMPORTANT Only use LPG for mo-
tor vehicles.
IMPORTANT Look after your LPG
adaptor carefully so that it does not
get damaged.
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FIAT IDEA LPG
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Additional operations to the Maintenance Schedule in the Owner’s Handbook.
Thousands of kilometres
Visually inspect the condition of: LPG piping and connectors and
LPG tank fastening
Replacement of filter inside the pressure regulator
Paper filter replacement (LPG in gaseous state)
Check operation and parameters of fuel supply system
using self-diagnostic socket20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180
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FIAT IDEA LPG
LPG FUEL SYSTEM
Electronic injection with special LPG injec-
tors.
Type: Phased, sequential, multipoint.
Stoichiometric metering of the air/gas mix-
ture.
Engine idle speed: 700 ± 50 rpm
The LPG injection system is controlled by
a dedicated control unit (connected to the
petrol one) using the sensors already on
the car.
IGNITION
Static advance, electronic, integrated with
the injection.
PERFORMANCE
Top speed in km/h.
Running on petrol: 163
Running on LPG: 163
Modifications or repairs to
the fuel feed system that are
not carried out properly or do not
take the system’s technical specifica-
tions into account can cause mal-
functions leading to fire risk.
WARNING
GENERAL FEATURES 1.4
Engine identification code 350A1000
Cycle Otto
Number and layout of cylinders 4 in line
Piston bore and stroke mm 72 x 84
Total displacement cm31368
Compression ratio 11.1 : 1
LPG Petrol
kW 57 57
Max. EEC power HP 77 77
at a speed of rpm 6000 6000
Nm 115 115
Max. EEC torque kgm 11.7 11.7
at a speed of rpm 3000 3000
Spark plugs NGK ZKR7A-10
Fuel
LPGGreen petrol
unleaded
95 RON
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FIAT IDEA LPG
WEIGHTS
(1) In the presence of optional equipment the unladen weight increases and, as a result, the payload decreases in relation to the max-
imum permitted loads.
(2) Loads not to be exceeded. The user is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/on load carrying plat-
form within the maximum permitted loads.
Weights (kg) for versions
Unladen weight (with all fluids, fuel tank
filled to 90% and without optional equipment):
Payload including the driver (1):
Maximum permitted loads (2)
– front axle:
– rear axle:
– total:
Towable loads
- braked trailer:
- non braked trailer:
Maximum permitted load on the roof:
Maximum load on the ball:1.4
1155
520
940
830
1675
1000
400
75
60
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FIAT IDEA LPG
CAPACITIES
Petrol
Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . litres 47
– reserve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . litres 5÷7
LPG
– maximum refuelling
capacity (*) . . . . . . . . . . . . . litres 31
(*) The figure already takes into account
the 80% tank filling limit and the residual
fluid required for the pump, it is the max-
imum permitted capacity. There may be
slight variations to this figure as a re-
sult of: differences between the supply
pressures of pumps in the network,
pumps with different supply/cut off
specifications, tank not completely in
reserve condition.Note than when using a fuel such as LPG,
the range is very variable because, in ad-
dition to the vehicle driving and mainte-
nance conditions, it also depends on the
composition of the gas which may vary,
not only seasonally, but also from suppli-
er to supplier. LPG is, in effect, a compo-
sition of gas (butane and propane) mixed
in a way that may not be standardised.
The trip meter indication on range is in-
dicative and refers to petrol operation on-
ly.
During LPG operation, the ‘Instant con-
sumption’ and ‘Average consumption’
readings are not significant, whereas all
other functions remain valid.
IMPORTANT Only use LPG for mo-
tor vehicles. If, when refuelling with LPG,
the tank is filled with more
than the 31 litres, seek imme-
diate assistance from a Fiat
Dealer. Periodically (at least once
every six months) it is advisable to let
the LPG in the tank run out and, at the
first refuelling, check that it does not
exceed the maximum capacity of 31
litres.
The LPG supply system is
equipped with a "consump-
tion" function linked to the LED display
of LPG level on the switch; this function
activates only after a consistent varia-
tion in fuel level has been detected. You
are therefore advised to fill up with fu-
el at the first LPG refuelling to obtain a
more precise indication of the “level".
WARNING
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FIAT IDEA LPG
FUEL CONSUMPTION
The fuel consumption figures given in the
table below are determined on the basis
of the homologation tests laid down by
specific European Directives.
The procedures below are followed for
measuring consumption:
– urban cycle: cold starting followed by
driving that simulates urban use of the car;
– extra-urban cycle: driving simulating the
use of the vehicle in a non-urban situation
with frequent acceleration in all gears; the
speed varies between 0 and 120 km/h;
– combined consumption: calculated
weighing about 37% of urban cycle con-
sumption and about 63% of extra urban
consumption.IMPORTANT The type of route, traffic
situations, weather conditions, driving
style, general conditions of the car, trim
level/equipment/accessories, use of the cli-
mate control system, vehicle load, roof
rack and other situations that affect air
drag may lead to different fuel consump-
tion levels than those measured.(see
‘Saving fuel’ in the ‘Starting and dri-
ving’ chapter in the handbook).
LPG range
With reference to the combined con-
sumption figures, the range running on
LPG is 441 km.
According to European Directive in force
(litres x 100 km)
CO2EMISSIONS
The CO2emission figures in the table be-
low refer to combined fuel consumption.
According to European Directive
in force (g/km)
LPG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Petrol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Sedan Petrol LPG
Urban 7.5 9.1
Extra urban 4.9 5.9
Combined 5.9 7.1
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