2008 FIAT ULYSSE boot

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
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ELECTRONIC
ALARM
(where fitted)
The vehicle is equipped with an elec-
tronic alarm with perimeter (external)
protection and volumetric (internal)
protection. To switch on the alarm,
press the button A-fig. 8on the re-
mote control.
This will be accompanied by the di-
rection indicator flashing and then the
red led on the dashboard A-fig. 9
flashing.
Door locking by turning the key
does not activate the alarm. When the alarm is triggered
The siren comes on, the direction in-
dicators and the headlights flash for
about 30 seconds when:
– - the doors, bonnet, boot or sun-
roof (where provided) are opened;
– a variation in the volume inside the
vehicle is experienced (do not leave the
windows open or animals inside the ve-
hicle when the alarm is switched on);
– if an attempt is made to neutralise
the alarm system without the remote
control.Switching the alarm system off
To switch the alarm system off, press
button B-fig. 8on the remote con-
trol.
The direction indicators will flash
rapidly for about 2 seconds.
If the alarm system has triggered, led
A-fig. 9will flash rapidly.
fig. 8
F0B0405b
fig. 9
F0B0003b

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Do not travel with the
hatchback open: the ex-
haust fumes could enter
the vehicle.TAILGATE EMERGENCY
OPENING fig. 154
To unlock the tailgate in the event of
an electric failure, proceed as follows:
– introduce a screw driver into hole
A from inside the car
– to unlock the latch mechanically,
turn it on the left.
TRANSPORTING LUGGAGE
IMPORTANTFor vehicle versions
without Xenon lights travelling at night
with the luggage compartment loaded
it is necessary to adjust the dipped
beam headlight position (see “Head-
lamps” paragraph in this chapter).When loading the lug-
gage compartment, do
not exceed the permitted
weight limits (see “Technical
specifications” chapter). Also en-
sure that any objects in the lug-
gage compartment are firmly se-
cured and that they cannot be
thrown forward causing injury to
passengers if the vehicle brakes
suddenly.
Heavy loads which are
not securely anchored
could seriously injure pas-
sengers in the event of an acci-
dent. The addition of objects
(spoilers, etc.) on the rear
shelf or boot lid, except
those envisaged by the manufac-
turer, may prevent the tailgate
from working properly.
fig. 155
F0B0105b
fig. 154
F0B0169b
Anchoring the load fig. 155
The load can be secured with the
belts fastened to the appropriate rings
Ainside the luggage compartment.
These rings can also be used to fix
the luggage retaining net, where fitted.

DRIVING YOUR CAR
145
CONTAINING RUNNING COSTS
AND POLLUTION
Tyres
Tyre pressure should be checked at
least once every four weeks: if the
pressure is too low fuel consumption
increases as the resistance to the
rolling movement of the tyre is
greater. In this state, tyre wear is in-
creased and vehicle handling suffers,
which will effect safety.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with too much luggage
stowed in the boot. The weight of the
vehicle (especially when driving in the
city) and its trim greatly effects con-
sumption and stability.
Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof/ski rack from the
roof when no longer necessary. These
accessories reduce the vehicle’s aero-
dynamic penetration, which affects
consumption. Use a trailer, if particu-
larly heavy objects are to be trans-
ported. Some suggestions which may help
you to keep the running costs of the
car down and lower the amount of
toxic emissions released into the at-
mosphere are given below.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
The overall state of the vehicle is an
important factor that has a marked in-
fluence over fuel consumption, driving
comfort and on the life span of your
vehicle. For this reason, care should
be taken to maintain your vehicle by
carrying out the necessary checks and
observing regulations in accordance
with the specifications given in the
Scheduled Maintenance Programme
(see section, idling, air cleaners, tim-
ing).Electrical devices
Use electric devices for the neces-
sary time only. The heated rear win-
dow, supplementary lights, windscreen
wipers, heating system blower require
large amounts of electricity; this means
an increase in the request for power
and consequently an increase in fuel
consumption (up to +25% when dri-
ving in built-up areas).
Climate control system
The climate control unit is an addi-
tional load that greatly affects the en-
gine leading to higher consumption (on
average +20%). When the tempera-
ture outside allows it, use the air
vents.
Spoilers
The use of optional extras which are
not certified for specific use on the car
may reduce the aerodynamic pene-
tration of the car and increase con-
sumption.

IN AN EMERGENCY
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CHANGING A WHEEL
Please note:
– the jack weighs 3.4 kg;
– the jack requires no adjustments;
– the jack cannot be repaired. If it
breaks it must be replaced with a new
jack;
– no tool with the exception of the
handle can be fitted on the jack.
Proceed as follows:
1) Stop the car in a position that is
not dangerous for oncoming traffic
where you can change the wheel safe-
ly. The ground should be flat and ad-
equately firm. 2) Turn the engine off and pull up the
handbrake.
3) Engage first gear or reverse or, for
versions with automatic electronic
gear, select P.
4) Lift the boot mat (see the relative
instructions in the “Bonnet” paragraph
of “Getting to know your car” chap-
ter).
5) Remove lever A-fig. 3.6) Remove protective cover Band
use ring Cto release the elastic band
D, then extract jack E.
7) Close the bonnet and place the
tools next to the wheel to be changed.
8) Open the tailgate and use ringA-
fig. 4to lift and turn cap Bprotect-
ing the spare wheel lock bolt C.
fig. 3
F0B0118b
fig. 4
F0B0119b

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PUDDLE LIGHT fig. 34
To replace a bulb:
Remove the clipped transparent unit
Aby levering in the direction shown
by the arrow.
Take off clipped bulb Band replace it.
Refit the transparent unit A.BOOT LIGHT fig. 35
To replace a bulb:
Remove the clipped transparent unit
Aby levering in the direction shown
by the arrow.
Take off clipped bulb Band replace it.
Refit the transparent unit A. IF A FUSE BLOWS
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
The fuse is a protective device for
the electric system. It comes into ac-
tion (i.e. it cuts off) in the event of a
failure or improper actions on the
electric system.
If an electric device is not working,
check whether the respective fuse is
blown (i.e. the conductor is broken).
If required, replace the blown fuse
with another with the same amperage
(same colour).
A- Undamaged fuse.
B- Fuse with broken filament.
fig. 34
F0B0145b
fig. 35
F0B0153b

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CAR MAINTENANCE
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Thousands of kilometres
Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure if required
Check light system operation
(headlights, direction indicators, hazard lights, boot lights, passenger
compartment lights, glovebox lights, warning lights, horn)
Check windscreen wiper/washer operation, adjust nozzles if required
Check windscreen/rear window blade position/wear
Check front disk brake pad conditions and wear and pad wear
indicator operation
Check rear disk brake pad conditions and wear
Sight inspect the conditions of: body external parts, underbody protection, pipes
and hoses (exhaust - fuel - brakes), rubber parts (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.)
Check cleanness of locks, bonnet and boot and lever cleanness and lubrication
Check and top up, if required, fluid levels (brakes/hydraulic clutch,
windscreen/rear window washer, battery, engine coolant, etc.)
Check and adjust handbrake lever stroke, if required
Sight inspect accessory drive belt conditions
Check accessory drive belt tension (for engines without automatic belt tightener)
Sight inspect timing belt conditions
Check exhaust emissions/smoke

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Should prevailing use of the vehicle
be under one of the following special-
ly heavy conditions:
– trailer or caravan towing;
– dusty roads;
– short distances (less than 7-8 km)
repeated and with external tempera-
tures below zero;– frequently idling engines or long
distance low speed driving (e.g. door-
to-door deliveries) or in case of a long
term inactivity;
– driving in the city;
carry out the following checks more
frequently than required in the Service
Schedule:
– check front disk brake pad condi-
tions and wear;– check cleanness of locks, bonnet
and boot and lever cleanness and lu-
brication;
– sight inspect the conditions of: en-
gine, gearbox, transmission, pipes and
hoses (exhaust - fuel - brakes), rubber
parts (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.);
– check battery charge and fluid lev-
el (electrolyte);
– visual check on various drive belt
conditions;
– check and replace pollen filter, if re-
quired;
– check and replace air cleaner, if re-
quired.
HEAVY-DUTY

CAR MAINTENANCE
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Windows
Use specific window cleaners to
clean the windows. Use very clean
cloths to avoid scratching the glass or
damaging the transparency.
IMPORTANT To prevent damage
to the electric heater element, wipe
the inside of the heated rear window
gently in the same direction as the el-
ements.
Engine compartment
At the end of each winter season,
carefully clean the engine compart-
ment. Have this done at a garage.IMPORTANTThe engine com-
partment should be washed while the
engine is cold and with the ignition key
at S. After washing, make sure that the
various protections (e.g. rubber boots
and various guards) have not been re-
moved or damaged.INTERIORS
From time to time check that water
has not collected under the mats
(from dripping shoes, umbrellas, etc.)
which could cause the steel to rust. 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.
Never use flammable
products (petroleum
ether or petrol) to clean
the inside of the vehicle. Electro-
static charges generated by rub-
bing while cleaning could cause
fires.