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F0V0042mfig. 106F0V0043mfig. 107
EMERGENCY STARTING fig. 107
When jump starting, never connect the negative lead (-)
of the auxiliary battery to the negative pole C of the ve-
hicle battery, but rather to either the false pole B or to
an engine/gearbox earth point.
WARNINGS
VEHICLE INACTIVITY fig. 106
If the vehicle is inactive, special care must be taken to dis-
connect the battery electrical power supply. This proce-
dure is carried out by disconnecting the rapid release neg-
ative terminal A from the negative false pole B because
there is a battery status monitoring sensor D at the neg-
ative battery pole C which should never be disconnected
except if the actual battery is replaced.
When replacing the battery, always go to
the Fiat Service Network. Replace the bat-
tery using a new one of the same type and spec-
ifications.
WARNINGBefore opening the bonnet, make sure
that the vehicle is switched off and the key
is in the OFF position. Follow the instructions on
the dedicated plate on the front crossmember. It
is advisable to extract the key when there are oth-
er people in the vehicle.
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INDEXHANDBRAKE
The handbrake is located between the two front seats.
Pull the lever upwards to engage the handbrake and en-
sure that the vehicle does not move.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Turn the ignition key to STOP while the engine is idling.
IMPORTANT After a long drive, you should allow the
engine to “catch its breath” before turning it off by let-
ting it idle to allow the temperature in the engine com-
partment to fall.
Never jump start the engine by pushing,
towing or driving downhill. This could cause
fuel to flow into the catalytic converter and
damage it beyond repair.
The vehicle should be secured after sev-
eral clicks of the lever. If it is not, contact
a FIAT Dealership to have it adjusted.
WARNING
When the handbrake is on and the ignition key is at MAR,
the instrument panel warning light
xwill come on.
Proceed as follows to release the handbrake:
❒lift the lever slightly and press release button A-fig. 126;
❒hold button A down and lower the lever. The xwarn-
ing light on the instrument panel will go out.
Depress the brake pedal when carrying out this opera-
tion to prevent the vehicle from moving accidentally.
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F0V0147mfig. 128
STARTING THE ENGINE
EMERGENCY STARTING
If the instrument panel warning light
Ystays on perma-
nently, contact a Fiat Dealership immediately.
JUMP STARTING
If the battery is flat, the engine may be started using an
auxiliary battery with an equal or slightly higher capacity
than the flat one.
IN AN EMERGENCY
In an emergency, we recommend that you call the freephone number found in the Warranty Booklet. You can
also go to the www.fiat.com website to find your nearest Fiat Dealership.
To do so, proceed as follows (fig. 128):
❒connect the positive terminals (+ sign near the termi-
nal) of the two batteries with a jump lead;
❒with a second lead, connect the negative terminal (–)
of the auxiliary battery to an earthing point Eon the
engine or the gearbox of the car to be started;
❒start the engine.
❒when the engine has been started, follow the sequence
above in reverse order to remove the leads.
If after a few attempts the engine does not start, do not
keep trying but contact a Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT Do not directly connect the negative ter-
minals of the two batteries: sparks could ignite explosive
gas released from the battery. If the auxiliary battery is
installed on another vehicle, prevent accidental contact
between metallic parts of the two vehicles.
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INDEXStrictly avoid using a rapid battery charg-
er for jump starting: this could damage the
system electronics and the ignition and en-
gine supply control units.
This procedure must be performed by ex-
perts because incorrect actions may cause
considerable electrical discharge. Furthermore,
battery fluid is poisonous and corrosive: avoid con-
tact with skin and eyes. Keep naked flames and
lit cigarettes away from the battery. Do not cre-
ate sparks.
WARNING
BUMP STARTING
Never bump start the engine by pushing, towing or dri-
ving downhill. This could cause fuel to flow into the cat-
alytic converter and damage it beyond repair.
IMPORTANT Remember that the brake booster and the
power steering system are not active until the engine is
started, so you will need to apply much more force to
the brake pedal or steering wheel.
CHANGING A TYRE
The vehicle is originally equipped with the Fix&Go quick
tyre repair kit (see instructions in the next section). As
an alternative, the vehicle may have a normal-sized spare
wheel.
Wheel changing and correct use of the jack and spare
wheel call for some precautions, as listed below.
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Automatic climate
control .................................. 51
Battery
– jump starting .................. 155
– maintenance ................... 208
– replacement .................... 207
– tips for extending life .... 208
Body marking ...................... 220
Body paintwork
identification plate............. 220
Bodywork codes ................ 221
Bodywork versions ............. 221
Bodywork
– bodywork version
codes ................................ 221
– cleaning, care and
maintenance ................... 214Bonnet
– opening/closing ..... 91-92-93
Boot courtesy light ............... 67
Boot ......................................... 85
– expanding the boot ......... 89
– parcel shelf (removal) ...... 88
– removing the parcel
shelf .................................... 88
– securing your load ............ 90
Boot
– emergency opening from
the inside.........................85-86
– expanding the boot .......... 89
– opening with remote
control................................... 6
– securing your load ............ 91
Brake Assist system............... 98
Brake fluid
– specifications................... 248 ABS system ............................ 96
ABS .......................................... 96
Additional brake light
– bulb replacement ........... 176
Adjusting the mirrors .... 40-41
Adjusting the seats ............... 30
Adjusting the vehicle’s
interior lighting .................... 20
Air filter ................................ 206
Air recirculation ........ 46-49-56
Air vents ................................. 43
Airbag deactivation ............ 130
Antifreeze
– checking levels and
topping up ....................... 202
– specifications .................. 248
Ashtray .................................... 75
ASR (system) ....................... 100
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– remote locking/
unlocking ............................. 6
DPF (particulate filter)........ 114
Electrical/electronic
devices ................................ 110
Emergency starting ............. 155
– bump starting ................. 156
– jump starting .................. 155
End of vehicle life ............... 255
Engine codes ........................ 221
Engine compartment
– checking fluid levels ...... 199
– opening/closing
the bonnet.......................... 91
– washing ............................ 216
Engine coolant
temperature gauge ............. 13
– type of coolant ............... 248
Engine coolant
– checking levels
and topping up ............... 202– specifications................... 248
– temperature gauge
and warning light ............. 13
Engine immobiliser
(Fiat CODE) ........................... 5
Engine marking .................... 220
Engine oil consumption ...... 201
Engine oil
– checking levels
and topping up................ 201
– consumption .................... 201
– specifications................... 247
Engine
– engine immobiliser
(Fiat CODE) ....................... 5
– identification code ......... 221
– marking ............................. 220
– technical
specifications .................. 223
Environment
– features for reducing
emissions ................113-114Environmental protection
...................................113-114
– particulate filter
(DPF) ................................ 114
EOBD (system) ................... 102
ESP (system) .......................... 98
Extending the boot ............... 89
External lights
(switching on) ................ 59-60
Fiat CODE system ................. 4
Fiat CODE ................................ 5
Fix&Go (quick tyre
repair kit) ........................... 163
Flashing (main beams)........... 60
Fluids and lubricants
(specifications) ..........247-248
Fog lights
– bulb replacement ........... 174
– switching on....................... 70
Follow Me Home
(headlight device)................ 60