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Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or ski rack from the
roof after use. These accessories decrease
aerodynamic penetration and have a neg-
ative effect on fuel consumption. It is bet-
ter to use a trailer to transport particu-
larly bulky objects.
Electrical devices
Use electrical devices only for the amount
of time needed. The heated rear window,
auxiliary headlights, windscreen wipers and
fan heater use up a considerable amount
of current, causing increased fuel con-
sumption (up to +25% in the urban cycle).
Air conditioning
Air conditioning leads to higher fuel con-
sumption (on average up to +20%). If the
temperature outside is not too extreme,
try and use the air vents.
Spoilers
The use of non-certified spoilers may ad-
versely affect aerodynamics and fuel con-
sumption.DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm up the engine at low or high
revs when the vehicle is stationary; this
causes the engine to warm up more slow-
ly, thereby increasing fuel consumption
and emissions. It is advisable to set off im-
mediately and slowly, avoiding high revs:
this allows the engine to warm up more
quickly.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid revving up when stationary at traf-
fic lights or before stopping the engine.
The latter action, like double declutching,
is entirely unnecessary and causes in-
creased fuel consumption and pollution.
Gear selection
Use a higher gear as soon as traffic and
road conditions allow. Using a low gear
for faster acceleration will increase fuel
consumption.
In the same way, improper use of a high
gear increases fuel consumption, emissions
and engine wear.SAVING FUEL
Here are some suggestions which may
help you to save fuel and reduce the
amount of toxic emissions released into
the atmosphere.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out
in accordance with the “Scheduled Service
Plan”.
Tyres
Check the tyre pressure at least once
every 4 weeks: if the pressure is too low,
consumption levels increase as resistance
to rolling is higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded boot.
The weight of the car (especially when dri-
ving in town) and its arrangement greatly
affect fuel consumption and stability.
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GENERAL WARNINGS ..................................................... 118
LOW BRAKE FLUID LEVEL .............................................. 118
HANDBRAKE ON .............................................................. 118
AIRBAG FAULT ................................................................... 119
OVERHEATED ENGINE COOLANT ............................ 119
LOW BATTERY CHARGE ................................................ 120
LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE ........................................ 120
DEGRADED OIL .................................................................. 120
“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING FAULT ............................................................... 121
DOOR OPEN ....................................................................... 121
LOW ENGINE OIL LEVEL ................................................ 121
EBD FAULT ........................................................................... 121
INJECTION SYSTEM FAULT
(DIESEL VERSIONS) ............................................................ 122
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM FAULT (EOBD)
(PETROL VERSIONS) ......................................................... 122
FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG DEACTIVATED .......... 123
ABS FAULT ........................................................................... 123
FUEL RESERVE ...................................................................... 123
SEAT BELT NOT FASTENED ........................................... 123
GLOW PLUG HEATING ................................................... 124
GLOW PLUG HEATING FAULT .................................... 124WATER IN DIESEL FILTER ............................................... 124
FIAT CODE CAR PROTECTION SYSTEM FAULT .... 125
EXTERIOR LIGHTS FAULT .............................................. 125
REAR FOG LAMPS .............................................................. 125
GENERIC WARNING ........................................................ 125
PARTICULATE FILTER CLOGGED
(Multijet versions) ................................................................. 126
ESP SYSTEM FAULT ............................................................ 126
WORN BRAKE PADS ........................................................ 126
HILL HOLDER FAULT ....................................................... 126
SIDELIGHTS AND DIPPED BEAM HEADLIGHTS ...... 127
FOLLOW ME HOME .......................................................... 127
FOG LIGHTS ........................................................................ 127
LEFT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR ....................... 127
RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR ................... 127
“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER STEERING ON ... 127
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS .............................................. 127
POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD ................................................. 128
LIMITED RANGE ................................................................. 128
ASR SYSTEM ......................................................................... 128
SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED .................................................. 128
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“DUALDRIVE”
ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING ON (green)
The word “CITY” appears on the display
when the “Dualdrive” electric power
steering system is activated by pressing the
relevant control button. Press the button
again to make the “CITY” disappear.
CITY
MAIN BEAM
HEADLIGHTS
(blue)
The light comes on when the main beams
are turned on.
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FOG LIGHTS
(green)
The light comes on when the front fog
lights are turned on.
5
LEFT-HAND
DIRECTION
INDICATOR
(green – intermittent)
The light (arrow) comes on when the di-
rection indicator control lever is moved
downwards or, together with the right-
hand arrow, when the hazard warning light
button is pressed.
F
RIGHT-HAND
DIRECTION
INDICATOR
(green – intermittent)
The light (arrow) comes on when the di-
rection indicator control lever is moved
upwards or, together with the left-hand
arrow, when the hazard warning light
button is pressed.
D
SIDELIGHTS
AND DIPPED BEAM
HEADLIGHTS (green)
FOLLOW ME HOME
(green)
Sidelights and dipped beam
headlights
The light comes on when the sidelights or
dipped beams are turned on.
Follow Me Home
The light comes on when this device is ac-
tive (see “Follow Me Home” in the “Dash-
board and controls” section).
The display will show a specific message.
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CHANGING A BULB
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
❒When a light is not working, check that
the corresponding fuse is intact before
changing the bulb. For the location of
fuses, refer to the “Changing a fuse”
paragraph in this section;
❒before changing a bulb check the con-
tacts for rusting;
❒burnt bulbs must be replaced by others
of the same type and wattage;
❒for safety reasons, always check the di-
rection of the headlight beam after
changing a bulb.
IMPORTANT The internal surface of the
light may appear slightly misty: this does
not indicate a fault, and is actually caused
by low temperature and the degree of hu-
midity in the air. Misting will rapidly dis-
appear when the headlights are switched
on. The presence of drops inside the head-
lights indicates infiltration of water. Go to
a Fiat Dealership.
TYPES OF BULBS
Various types of bulbs are fitted to your
car:
AGlass bulbs: clipped into position. Pull
to remove.BBayonet-type bulbs: to remove from
its holder, press the bulb in and turn
it anti-clockwise.
CTubular bulbs: release them from
their contacts to remove.
D-EHalogen bulbs: to remove the bulb,
release the clip holding the bulb in
place. Halogen bulbs must be han-
dled holding the metallic part
only. Touching the transpar-
ent part of the bulb with your
fingers may reduce the intensity of the
light emitted and even compromise the
longevity of the bulb itself. In the event
of accidental contact, wipe the bulb
with an alcohol-soaked cloth and leave
to dry.
Modifications or repairs to
the electrical system (ECUs)
that are not carried out properly or
do not take the system’s technical
specifications into account can cause
malfunctions leading to the risk of fire.
WARNING
Halogen bulbs contain pres-
surised gas which may cause
small fragments of glass to be pro-
jected outwards if the bulb is broken.
WARNING
fig. 15F0M0207m
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DIPPED BEAM / MAIN BEAM
HEADLIGHTS fig. 18
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒remove the snap-fitted rubber cap A,
as shown by the arrow;
❒disconnect the central electric connec-
tor and release the bulb holder catch;
❒remove the bulb Band replace it;
❒fit the new bulb, aligning the outlines of
the metallic part with the grooves on
the reflector;
❒refit the bulb holder catch and recon-
nect the electrical connector;
❒refit the cap A, ensuring that it locks in-
to place.DIRECTION INDICATORS
Front fig. 19/a – 19/b
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒steer the right/left wheel outwards;
❒turn the catch A-fig. 19/aas shown by
the arrow, then lift the access flap B;
❒remove the bulb holder cover C-fig.
19/bby turning it anti-clockwise;
❒remove the bulb Dby pushing it in gen-
tly and turning anti-clockwise (“bayo-
net” clamping), then replace it;
❒refit the bulb holder cover Cby turning
it clockwise and locking it properly;
❒close the flap B-fig. 19/aand then turn
the catch A.
fig. 18F0M0180mfig. 19/bF0M0181mfig. 19/aF0M0261m
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7,5
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5
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5
20
20
20
20
5
7,5
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7,5 FUSE TABLE
Dashboard fusebox fig. 36
DEVICESFUSE AMPS
Right dipped beam headlight
Left dipped beam headlight, corrector, headlamp alignment corrector
INT/A supply for switch coils on engine fusebox
and switch coils on body computer control unit
Front ceiling light, rear ceiling light (VAN version)
Supply and battery for EOBD diagnostic plug, alarm, sound system,
convergence control unit
INT supply for instrument panel, switch on brake pedal
(N.O. contact), third brake light
Door locking/unlocking motors, dead lock activation motors,
boot unlocking motor
Windscreen/rear window washer pump
Electric window motor on driver-side front door
Electric window motor on passenger-side front door
INT supply for dashboard control lights, mirror movement exterior electrics,
sunroof control unit, My Port infotelematic system socket
Airbag control unit
Instrument panel
INT supply for brake pedal switch (NC contact), clutch pedal switch,
interior heating unit, convergence control unit, sound system capabilities,
voltage stabiliser control unit, reverse light on rear bumper,
water sensor on diesel filter, glow plug heating control unit, airflow meter,
brake booster sensor, switch coils on engine compartment fusebox
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Engine compartment fusebox fig. 38
DEVICESFUSE AMPS
Single tone horn
Engine control system secondary loads
Left main beam headlight, right main beam headlight
Additional heater PTC1
Engine ECU, engine control system management switch,
robotised gearbox ECU, ignition management switch,
robotised gear selection lever
Engine ECU, engine control system management switch
Engine ECU (power supply)
Engine ECU, engine control system management switch
Air conditioning compressor
Heated rear window
Fuel pump on tank
Fire engine control system primary loads (coils and injectors),
primary loads (engine ECU) 1.3 Multijet version10
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14
15
16
16
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18
19
20
21
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10
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SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN PETROL VERSIONS
Services shall be performed every 30,000 km
Thousands of kilometres
Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure if required
Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard lights, boot lights, passenger compartment
lights, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)
Check windscreen wiper/washer operation
Check front disc brake pad conditions and wear
Check rear drum brake linings condition and wear
Visually inspect the conditions of: bodywork,
underbody protection, pipes and tubes (exhaust – fuel – brakes),
rubber parts (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.)
Check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks,
as well as cleanliness and lubrication of linkages
Check tension and adjust accessory drive belts
if necessary (versions 1.2 – 1.4 with heater)
Visually inspect the condition of accessory drive belt/s.
Replace accessory drive belt/s
Check and adjust handbrake lever stroke, if required
Check and adjust tappet clearance, if required
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