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WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES REDUCE GEAR CHANGES
This message appears in the multifunction
display to indicate that the driver is using
the gearbox incorrectly.
Incorrect use (by the driver) could auto-
matically activate a procedure for pro-
tecting the system.MANUAL MODE
NOT AVAILABLE
This message is shown in the multifunc-
tion display when, with the engine on, it is
not possible to select the MANUAL
mode. DUALOGIC GEARBOX
FAILURE (red)
This warning light comes on
when the ignition key is turned to
MAR, but it should go off after a few sec-
onds.
The warning light in the panel comes on
flashing (together with a message in the
multifunction display and a buzzer) to in-
dicate that the gearbox is faulty.
t
If the gearbox is faulty, con-
tact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible to have the
system checked.
If the message continues to be
shown in the display, contact
a Fiat Dealership.
If the message continues to be
shown in the display, contact
a Fiat Dealership.
AUTOMATIC MODE
NOT AVAILABLE
This message is shown in the multifunc-
tion display when, with the engine on, it is
not possible to select the AUTOmode.
If the message continues to be
shown in the display, contact
a Fiat Dealership.
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CLUTCH OVERHEATING -
SEE MANUAL
This message appears in the multifunction
display together with a buzzer when the
clutch overheats.
In this situation, limit take-off and gear
shifts or, if necessary, park (turning off the
engine) until optimum conditions are re-
store.PRESS BRAKE PEDAL
This message is shown in the display to-
gether with a buzzer during an attempt at
starting when the brake pedal is not
pressed.
PRESS BRAKE PEDAL -DELAYED
START-UP
The display shows these messages alter-
nately and in sequence together with an
warning buzzer when the system does not
recognize the brake pedal to be opera-
tional during a starting attempt. In this
condition, keep the ignition key in the
AVVposition for at least 7 seconds with
the brake pressed: the engine will start.
The system will be in recovery mode
(maximum permitted gear: 3
a)IMPORTANT If start-up is requested with
the gearbox faulty, run the “Delayed start-
up” procedure (see associated messages):
if the ignition key is turned to the AVVpo-
sition for at least 7 seconds with the brake
pressed, the engine will be started. The sys-
tem will remain in a recovery situation
(highest permitted gear 3rd, Automatic
mode not available). If the engine does not
start, contact a Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT The messages are only dis-
played if starting takes place with a gear
other than neutral (N) engaged.
If the message continues to be
shown in the display, contact
a Fiat Dealership.
In order to safeguard the effi-
ciency of the clutch, do not
use the accelerator to keep
the car still (for example:
stopped on a hill); the clutch could
overheat and be damaged; use the
brake pedal and only operate the ac-
celerator pedal when you decide to set
off.
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GEAR NOT AVAILABLE
This message appears in the multifunction
display together with a warning buzzer in
the following cases:
❒when, as a result of a fault in the sys-
tem, it is no longer possible to change
gear;
or
❒when, as the result of a fault in the sys-
tem, it is only possible to engage 1st (1),
2
nd(2), 3rd(3) or reverse gear (R).MANOEUVRE NOT PERMITTED
This message is shown by the multifunc-
tion display, together with a buzzer, when
the system does not accept a gear change
made by the control lever because some
of the necessary conditions for accepting
the gear change are not present.
PRESS THE BRAKE AND
REPEAT THE MANOEUVRE
This message is shown by the multifunc-
tion display accompanied, in some cases,
by a buzzer when, in certain circum-
stances, for safety reasons, there is an at-
tempt to change gear without having pre-
viously pressed the brake pedal.PLACE GEAR LEVER IN N
(Neutral)
This message is shown by the multifunction
display, together with a buzzer, when the
system asks the driver to carry out the ma-
noeuvre.
When the gearbox is placed in (N) the dis-
play should go out.
If the message continues to be
shown in the display, contact
a Fiat Dealership.If the message continues to be
shown in the display, contact
a Fiat Dealership.
If the message continues to be
shown in the display, contact
a Fiat Dealership.
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TOWING THE CAR
Make sure that the gearbox is in neutral
(N) (checking that the car moves off) and
proceed in the same way as for towing a
normal car with a manual gearbox (see de-
scription in Owner Handbook).
If the gearbox cannot be placed in neutral,
do not tow the vehicle and contact a Fi-
at Dealership.
FUSE REPLACEMENT
For the location of the fuses, see the illustrations in the “Fuse replacement” paragraph
in the “In an emergency” chapter in the Owner Handbook.
FUSE AMPERE
Dualogic gearbox control unit F18 15
Dualogic gearbox oil pump P01 30
Dualogic gearbox control unit power supply (+ignition) F16 7.5
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SCHEDULED SERVICING
PLAN
The Planned Maintenance Programme in-
volves checking the Dualogic gearbox flu-
id level every 20,000 km.
AIR FILTER
To replace the air filter, refer to the de-
scription and illustration in the Owner
Handbook.
LEVELS CHECK
DUALOGIC GEARBOX
HYDRAULIC
ACTIVATION SYSTEM FLUID
The fluid level should only be checked at
a Fiat Dealership.
Used transmission fluid con-
tains substances that are
harmful to the environment.
We advise going to a Fiat
Dealership to change the oil as they
are equipped to dispose of the used oil
in accordance with the legislation gov-
erning the safeguarding of the envi-
ronment.
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TRANSMISSION UNIT
1.4 16V 95 HP- 1.3 Multijet 70 HP - 1.3 Multijet 90 HP - 1.3 Multijet 95 HP
Gearbox Five forward speeds plus reverse with
electronically managed electrohydraulic control system
Clutch
Electronically controlled
electrohydraulic system
Drive Front wheel
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CO2emissions in accordance with directive 2004/3/EC (gr x 100 km)
The CO
2emission value, with reference to combined consumption equivalent to 136 (gr x 100 km) with 1.4 16V95 HP engine.
The CO
2emission value, with reference to combined consumption equivalent to 121 (gr x 100 km) with 1.3 Multijet 70 HP engine.
The CO
2emission value, with reference to combined consumption equivalent to 118 (gr x 100 km) with 1.3 Multijet 90 HP engine.
The CO
2emission value, with reference to combined consumption equivalent to 115 (gr x 100 km) with 1.3 Multijet 95 HP engine.
CO2EMISSIONS
CAPACITIES
Dualogic gearbox hydraulic
activation system
1.3 Multijet 70 HP
1.3 Multijet 90 HP - 1.3 Multijet 95 HP 1.4 16V 95 HP
litres
0.70kg
0.59litres
0.70kg
0.59 Recommended fuels
Recommended products
TUTELA CAR CS SPEED -
Special oil with
“ATF DEXRON III” additive
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