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Unit - “distance” (Dist. unit)
With this function it is possible to set the
units for distance covered (km or mi).
To set the required unit proceed as fol-
lows:
– briefly press button MODE: km or mi
will flash on the display (according to pre-
vious setting);
– press button +or –for setting;
– briefly press button MODEto go back
to the menu screen or press the button
for long to go back to the standard screen
without storing settings.Set this value as follows:
– briefly press button MODE: either km/l
or l/100 starts flashing on the display (de-
pending on the previously set parameter);
– press button +or –for selecting the de-
sired value;
– briefly press button MODEto go back
to the menu screen or press the button
for a prolonged time to go back to the
standard screen without storing the set-
tings. Setting the consumption unit
(Consumption)
This function enables setting the unit for
the amount of fuel consumed (km/l, l/100
or mpg) depending on the distance unit se-
lected (either km or miles - see previous
paragraph “Distance Unit”).
If the distance unit set is “km”, the dis-
play enables setting of the fuel consump-
tion unit (km/l or l/100) depending on the
amount of fuel consumed. If the distance
unit set is “mi”, the display shows the fu-
el consumption unit in “mpg”.
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New mission
The new mission begins after:
– “manual” resetting by the user, by press-
ing the relevant button;
– “automatic” resetting, when the “Trip
distance” reaches 9999.9 km or when the
“Travel time” reaches 99.59 (99 hours and
59 minutes);
– disconnection/reconnection of the bat-
tery.
IMPORTANT The reset operations per-
formed after the “General Trip” message
appears are used to also reset the “Trip
B”, which, on its turn, is used to reset the
values of the corresponding function. Travel time
This value shows the time elapsed since
the start of a new mission.
IMPORTANT If information is not avail-
able, the message “----” will appear instead
of the Trip Computer values. Displaying
of the values will be resumed regularly
when normal operation is restored with-
out resetting the values displayed before
the failure nor starting a new mission.
TRIP button fig. 34
Button TRIPlocated on the top of the
right steering column stalk is used (with
ignition key at MAR) to display and re-
set the previously described values to start
a new mission:
– short pressing to display the different
values;
– long pressing to reset and then start a
new mission. Values displayed
Range
It indicates the distance left to travel based
on the fuel in the tank assuming that dri-
ving conditions will not change. The mes-
sage “----” will appear on the display in the
following cases:
– the range value is below 50 km (30
miles) or the fuel level is below 4 litres;
– car left parked with engine running for
long.
Trip distance
This value shows the distance covered
from the start of a new mission.
Average consumption
This value shows the average consump-
tion from the start of a new mission.
Instant consumption
This indicates the fuel consumption. The
value is constantly updated. The message
“----” will appear on the display if the car
is parked with the engine running.
Average speed
This value shows the car average speed as
a function of the overall time elapsed since
the start of the a mission.
fig. 34F0H0755m
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RUNNING COSTS
Here are some suggestions which may
help you to keep the running costs of your
car down and lower the amount of toxic
emissions released into the atmosphere.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out
in accordance with the “Service schedule”.
Tyres
Check the pressure of the tyres routine-
ly at an interval of no more than 4 weeks:
if the pressure is too low, consumption
levels increase as resistance to rolling is
higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with too much luggage
stowed in the boot. The weight of the car
(especially when driving in town) and its
trim greatly affects consumption and sta-
bility.Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from
the roof as soon as they are no longer
used. These accessories lower air pene-
tration and adversely affect consumption
levels. When needing to carry particular-
ly voluminous objects, preferably use a
trailer.
Electric devices
Use electric devices only for the amount
of time needed. Rear heated window, ad-
ditional headlights, windscreen wipers and
heater fan need a considerable amount of
energy, therefore increasing the require-
ment of current increases fuel consump-
tion (up to +25% in the urban cycle).
Climate control
The air conditioner is an additional load
which greatly affects the engine leading to
higher consumption (on average up to
+20%). When the temperature outside
the vehicle permits it, use the air vents
where possible.
Spoilers
The use of non-certified aerodynamic
items may adversely affect air drag and
consumption levels.DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm the engine with the car at
a standstill or at idle or high speed: under
these conditions the engine warms up
much more slowly, increasing electrical
consumption and emissions. It is therefore
advisable to move off immediately, slow-
ly, avoiding high speeds. This way the en-
gine will warm faster.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid accelerating when waiting at traffic
lights or before switching off the engine.
This and also double declutching is ab-
solutely pointless on modern cars and al-
so increase consumption and pollution.
Gear selection
As soon as the conditions of the traffic and
road allow, use a higher gear. Using a low
gear to obtain brilliant performance in-
creases consumption.
In the same way improper use of a high
gear increases consumption, emissions an
engine wear.
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Top speed
Fuel consumption considerably increases
with speed. Keep speed as constant as
possible, avoid superfluous braking and ac-
celerating, which cost in terms of both fu-
el and emissions.
Acceleration
Accelerating violently increasing the revs
will greatly affect consumption and emis-
sions: acceleration should be gradual and
should not exceed the maximum torque.CONDITIONS OF USE
Cold starting
Short journeys and frequent cold starts do
not allow the engine to reach optimum
operating temperature. This results in a
significant increase in consumption levels
(from +15 to +30% on the urban cycle)
and emission of harmful substances.
Traffic situations
and road conditions
Rather high consumption levels are tied to
situations with heavy traffic, for example
in queues with frequent use of the lower
gears or in cities with many traffic lights.
Also winding mountain roads and rough
road surfaces adversely affect consump-
tion.
Traffic hold-ups
During prolonged hold-ups (e.g.: level
crossings) the engine should be switched
off.TOWING TRAILERS
IMPORTANT NOTES
For towing caravans or trailers the car
must be fitted with a certified tow hook
and an adequate electric system. Installa-
tion should be carried out by specialised
personnel who release a special document
for circulation on the road.
Install any specific and/or additional rear-
view mirrors as specified by law.
Remember that when towing a trailer,
steep hills are harder to climb, the brak-
ing spaces increase and overtaking takes
longer depending on the overall weight.
Engage a low gear when driving downhill,
rather than constantly using the brake.
The weight the trailer exerts on the car
tow hook reduces by the same amount
the actual vehicle loading capacity. To
make sure the maximum towable weight
is not exceeded (given in the log book) ac-
count should be taken of the fully laden
trailer, including accessories and person-
al belongings.
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IDENTIFICATION DATA ................................................. 182
ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS .............. 184
ENGINE ................................................................................. 185
FUEL FEED/IGNITION ....................................................... 187
TRANSMISSION .................................................................. 187
BRAKES ................................................................................... 188
SUSPENSIONS ....................................................................... 188
STEERING............................................................................... 188
WHEELS .................................................................................. 189
DIMENSIONS ........................................................................ 193
PERFORMANCE ................................................................... 193
WEIGHTS ............................................................................... 194
CAPACITIES........................................................................... 195
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ............................................. 196
FUEL CONSUMPTION ....................................................... 198
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2EMISSIONS ................................................................. 199
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FUEL CONSUMPTION
The fuel consumption figures given in the table below are determined on the basis of the homologation tests set 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: frequent accelerating in all gears, simulating extraurban use of the car; the speed varies between 0 and
120 km/h;
❒combined consumption: is calculated weighing about 37% of urban cycle consumption and about 63% of extraurban
consumption.
IMPORTANT The type of route, traffic situations, weather conditions, driving style, general conditions of the car, trim level/equip-
ment/accessories, load, climate control system, roof rack, other situations that affect air drag may lead to different fuel consump-
tion levels than those measured.
Fuel consumption according to Directive 2004/3/EC (litres x 100 km)Urban Extra-urban Combined
1.216V8.4 5.4 6.5
1.48V(◊) 7.9 5.2 6.2
1.416V (5 gears) 8.5 5.5 6.6
1.416V (6 gears) 8.7 5.4 6.6
1.3 Multijet 70HP 5.7 4.0 4.6
1.3 Multijet 90HP 5.8 3.9 4.6
1.6 Multijet 6.2 4.2 4.9
(◊) Engine model provided for certain versions/markets only
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Dipped beam headlights
– bulb replacement ................. 148
– control .................................. 59
Direction indicators ................. 59
– bulb replacement ................. 148
– control .................................. 59
Door pockets ............................. 69
Doors ........................................ 17-134
Emergency device for locking
doors from the outside ...... 17-134
Dualdrive
(electric power steering) ...... 87
EBD (electronic brake force
distributor) ................................. 83
Emergency device for locking
doors from the outside ......... 17
Engine
– fuel feed ................................. 187
– identification code ............... 184
– injection/ignition ................. 187– technical data ....................... 185
Engine coolant gauge................. 19
Engine coolant level ................ 170
Engine oil
– checking level........................ 169
– consumption ......................... 169
– technical specifications ....... 195
EOBD (system) ......................... 84
External lights ............................. 58
Fiat CODE (system) ............... 9
Fix &Go (tyre repair kit) ......... 136
Flashing the headlights ............. 58
Fluids and lubricants ................ 196
Follow me home (device) ....... 59
FPS (fuel cut-off switch) .......... 67
Front fog lights
– bulb replacement ................. 149
– control button ...................... 66Fuel
– consumption ......................... 198
– fuel cut-off switch ................ 67
– level gauge ............................ 19
Fuel cut-off switch ..................... 67
Fuel filler cap............................... 91
Fuses ............................................. 153
Gearbox (use). .......................... 115
Glass/can holders ....................... 69
Handbrake ................................. 114
Hazard lights
– control .................................. 66
Head restraints ......................... 41
Headlights ................................... 82
(electric adjusting device) ..... 82
Heated rear window ............... 44
Heating and ventilation............. 45
Identification data .................... 182
Ignition switch ........................... 18
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