2008 FIAT PANDA differential

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FIAT PANDA 4 x 4
This Supplement describes the main fea-
tures of Fiat Panda 4 x 4 versions togeth-
er with a few instructions for use. For all
the other information not contained here-
in, refer to the Owner Handbook this sup-
plement is attached to.
FIAT PANDA 4 x 4 DRIVE LINE
The Fiat Panda 4 x 4 has a transmis-
sion system comprising two differ-
entials and an electronically con-
trolled coupling.
Thanks to this system, under poor
grip conditions the four-wheel drive
will engage automatically (i.e.: no
driver’s action required) and provide
optimum torque distribution be-
tween front and rear axle.
Fiat Panda 4 x 4 is therefore suited
for all types of roads: in fact, it is ca-
pable of coping well with snowy, icy,
muddy and dirt roads, even with
steep slopes.SUMMARY
ABS SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
ESP SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
ELD - ELECTRONIC LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
HEADLIGHT WASHER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
IF A TYRE IS PUNCTURED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
IF AN EXTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
WASHING THE CAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
TOWING THE CAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
TOWING TRAILERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
SERVICE SCHEDULE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
ENGINE CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
BODY VERSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
WHEELS AND TYRES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
INFLATING PRESSURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
SNOW CHAINS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
TRANSMISSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
STEERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
DIMENSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
PERFORMANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
CAPACITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
WEIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
FUEL CONSUMPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
CO
2EMISSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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FIAT PANDA 4 x 4
ESP SYSTEM
(Electronic Stability
Program)
(where provided)
Le système ESP comprend:
❒Le système EBD (Electronic Braking
force Distribution) qui permet de ré-
partir le freinage entre les roues avant
et arrière.
❒ABS (Antiblocking System), système an-
tiblocage des roues en freinage;
❒ASR (Active Spin Regulation), qui per-
met de contrôler le patinage des roues
motrices en intervenant sur les freins
et sur le couple moteur;
❒MSR (Motor Schleppmomenten
Regelung – Régulation du couple de
freinage du moteur), qui intervient en
cas de changement brusque de vitesse
(ce qui évite le blocage des roues en
phase de décélération, lorsque l’ac-
célérateur est relâché), en augmentant
le couple du moteur pour éviter l’en-
traînement excessif des roues motrices.
En effet, ce phénomène, surtout dans
des conditions de faible adhérence, peut
provoquer une perte de stabilité du
véhicule;
❒HBA (Hydraulic Brake Assist), système
qui rend plus efficace un éventuel
freinage d’urgence ;
❒HH (Hill Holder), qui, en conditions de
pente ou de côte, si la pédale de frein
est enfoncée, maintient le véhicule
freiné le temps nécessaire au départ,
permettant de passer le pied du frein
à l’accélérateur sans que la voiture
recule.
Pour plus de précisions sur les fonctions
susmentionnées, se référer à la Notice
d’entretien, section Système ESP.
Par rapport à la version deux roues motri-
ces, le système ESP comprend la fonction
ELD (Electronic Locking Differential), qui
optimise la traction.ABS SYSTEM
This version is provided as standard with
the ABS system and includes:
❒EBD (Electronic Braking Force Distrib-
ution), that distributes the braking ef-
fect between front and rear wheels;
❒MSR (Motor Schleppmomenten
Regelung - Engine braking torque con-
trol system), that in case of sudden gear
shifting cuts in (preventing wheel lock-
ing at slow down when releasing the ac-
celerator) providing torque to the en-
gine thus preventing excessive driving
wheel drive that, specially in poor grip
conditions can lead to the loss of sta-
bility.
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FIAT PANDA 4 x 4
ELD - ELECTRONIC
LOCKING
DIFFERENTIAL
(where provided)
The ELD (Electronic Locking Differential)
is a further aid when driving or starting the
car in poor grip conditions (snow, ice,
mud, etc.) since it enables to distribute
power adequately to the same axle when
one or more wheels are slipping.
The ELD actually brakes the wheels that
are loosing grip (or that are slipping more
than others) and it transmits power to
wheels having best grip.
This function can be turned on manually
by pressing the ELD button in the dash-
board and works below a level of 50 km/h.
When this speed is exceeded, it is auto-
matically deactivated (the LED in the ELD
button remains on) and it is reactivated as
soon as the speed goes below the level
of 50 km/h.ELD operation
At start-up the ELD system is off.
To turn the ELD system on, press button
fig. 1; the relevant button led will turn on.
The activation of the ELD system involves
the following functions being switched on:
– Permanent four wheel drive, so that the
vehicle is more responsive;
– Inhibition of the ASR function, in order
to fully exploit the engine torque;
– Differential lock effect on the front and
rear axles, via the braking system, to im-
prove drive on uneven surfaces.
If there is a problem with the ELD system,
the (ESP) warning light will come on con-
stantly.4x4 Drive - Signals
The warning light in fig. 2a-2bprovides
two different types of signals:
❒signalling with flashing light: this indi-
cates that the differential lock function
(ELD) is activated, for versions with ESP
only and with the ELD button pressed;
fig. 1F0G0605mfig. 2/aF0G0743m
fig. 2/bF0G0742m
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Keep your speed down when
snow chains are fitted. Do
not exceed 50 km/h. Avoid potholes,
steps and pavements and avoid also
to drive for long distances on roads
not covered with snow to prevent
damaging the car and the roadbed.Snow chains shall only be fit-
ted to front wheels.
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FIAT PANDA 4 x 4
SNOW CHAINS
Use of snow chains should be in compli-
ance with local regulations.
Tyre 185/65 R14 86T M+S cannot be fitted
with chains only for Fiat Panda 4 x 4 Climb-
ing versions whereas it can be fitted with
chains for Fiat Panda 4 x 4 CROSS versions.
Tyre 165/70 R14 81T M+S can be fitted
with chains. For tyres that can be fitted
with chains only use snow chains with re-
duced size (max. protrusion beyond the
tyre profile of 9 mm).
WARNING
It is recommended to use Lineaccessori
Fiat snow chains.
Check the tension of the chains after the
first few metres have been driven.
Tyre 175/65 R15 84T M+S, (that can be
fitted on Fiat Panda 4 x 4 CROSS upon re-
quest) cannot be fitted with chains.
Five forward gears and reverse with synchromesh
for forward gear engagement
Self-adjusting with no travel-free pedal
4 x 4 switched on automatically via the electronically controlled coupling and two differentials
rack and pinion with electric power steering (where provided)
9.610
STEERING
Fiat Panda 4 x 4 - Fiat Panda 4 x 4 Climbing Fiat Panda 4 x 4 CROSS
Type
Turning radius
(between pavements) m
TRANSMISSION
Gearbox
Clutch
Drive
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FIAT PANDA 4 x 4
1.2
30
4.5
–
–
4.6
2.5
2.8
–
–
2.7
0.6
0.55
4.51.3 Multijet
–
–
30
4.5
6.5
–
–
2.85
3.0
2.7
0.6
0.55
4.5
CAPACITIES
Fuel tank: litres
including a reserve of: litres
Fuel tank: litresincluding a reserve of: litres
Engine cooling system: litres
Engine sump: litres
Engine sump and filter: litres
Engine sump: litres
Engine sump and filter: litres
Gearbox/differential: litres
Rear differential: litres
Hydraulic brake circuit: kg
Windscreen/rear window and
headlight washer fluid reservoir litres
(*) For use in particularly harsh weather conditions SELENIA PERFORMER MULTIPOWERengine oil is recommended
(**) SAE 75W-85synthetic oil that passes API GL4 PLUS, MIL - L - 2105 D Lev specifications
(***) Synthetic oil SAE 75W-85. that passes API GL5, MIL - L - 2105 D Lev specificationsSpecified fuels
and recommended products
Unleaded premium petrol with no
less than 95 R.O.N
(EN 228 Specification)
Diesel fuel for motor vehicles
(EN 590 Specification)
Mixture of 50% water and 50%
PARAFLU UP
SELENIA 20K(*)
SELENIA WR
TUTELA CAR TECHNYX (**)
TUTELA CROSS 75W85(***)
TUTELA TOP 4
Mixture of water and
TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC 35
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