
45KNOW YOUR
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INDEX
Button
T
– D
Air recirculation on/off
It is advisable to switch the internal air recirculation on
while standing in queues or in tunnels to prevent the in-
troduction of polluted air.
Led on button ON = recirculation ON.
Led on button OFF = recirculation OFF.
At low temperatures or if the compressor is off, the re-
circulation is forced to off to avoid misting.
IMPORTANT It is inadvisable to use air recirculation on
cold days as it would considerably increase the possibility
of windows misting up inside.
During
AUTO
operation, due to safety reasons and to refresh
air flow, after long recirculation activation (over 25 minutes)
the system will deactivate automatically air recirculation for
1 minute.
Buttons
ÕÔ
– E
Temperature setting
Pressing the button
Õ
the temperature in the passen-
ger compartment will rise until the value HI is reached
(maximum heating).
Pressing the button
Ô
the temperature in the passenger
compartment will decrease until the value LO is reached
(maximum cooling).
HI function
This function can be switched on to heat the passenger
compartment as quickly as possible; air distribution and fan
speed are controlled by the system.
To turn this function off, set the required temperature.
❒
it is not possible to convey air to the passenger com-
partment with a temperature below the outside tem-
perature (the displayed temperature value will flash
when the system cannot guarantee the required com-
fort conditions);
❒
the fan speed can be manually reset (with compressor
enabled, ventilation cannot go below a bar shown on
the display).
Button OFF – C
System switching off
Pressing the
OFF
button the system is switched off.
With the system off, the climate control system conditions
are as follows:
❒
all LEDs off;
❒
set temperature display off;
❒
air recirculation off;
❒
compressor off;
❒
fan off.
Under this condition, air recirculation can be turned on
or off without activating the system.
IMPORTANT The system will store the settings (except
recirculation) performed before turning off and will re-
sume them when pressing any button (if the function cor-
responding to the button pressed is off, it will be turned
on; if on it will be kept active). Press
AUTO
to start the
system automatically.
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air flow towards the front seat feet area. Due to the
natural tendency of heat to spread upwards, this type
of distribution warms the passenger compartment
up as quickly as possible, providing an immediate
feeling of warmth.
w+μ
distribution between feet area vents (warmest air)
and dashboard vents (coolest air).
¥+μ
distribution between feet area vents and wind-
screen/side front window vents. This type of distri-
bution achieves an adequate warming of the pas-
senger compartment and prevents the windows
from misting up.
The set air distribution is shown by the LEDs on the
selected buttons.
To restore the automatic air distribution control, press
the AUTO button.
During automatic operation, under particular climate con-
ditions, the system can send air to the windscreen although
the relevant LED does not turn on.
Button
-
- L
Fast front window demisting/defrosting
Pressing the button
-
the system activates all the functions
required for fast demisting/defrosting, that is:
❒
compressor switching-on (if the weather conditions are
suitable);
❒
air recirculation switching-off;
❒
maximum air temperature setting (HI); IMPORTANT If the heating fluid is not sufficiently hot, max-
imum fan speed will not be activated immediately to pre-
vent air not warm enough from entering the passenger
compartment.
LO function
This function can be switched on to cool the passenger
compartment as quickly as possible; with this function
switched on the compressor will be engaged whereas air
distribution and fan speed are controlled by the system.
To turn this function off, set the required temperature.
IMPORTANT With the function switched on, however, all
the manual settings can be made.
Buttons
ÕÔ
– F
Fan speed adjustment
Pressing the buttons
Õ
or
Ôrespectively, the fan speed
shown on the display bars increases or decreases.
The fan can be cut off only if the compressor has been
switched off (B button).
To restore automatic fan speed control, press the
AUTO
button.
Buttons
¥wμ
– G H I
Air distribution manual selection
Pressing the buttons, one of the five possible air flow
distribution patterns can be selected:
¥
air flow to the windscreen and front side window
vents to demist or defrost them.
w
air flow to the central and side dashboard vents to ven-
tilate the chest and the face during the hot season.
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WARNING LIGHTS
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47KNOW YOUR
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MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
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INDEX
❒
fan speed enabling depending on the coolant
temperature;
❒
air flow conveying to the windscreen and front side win-
dows;
❒
heated rear window switching-on.
IMPORTANT This function stays on for about 3 minutes,
since engine coolant temperature exceeds 50 °C (petrol
versions) or 35 °C (Diesel versions).
When the function is on, the LEDs on button
-
and those
on the heated rear window button
(
turn on, whereas
the AUTO button LED will turn off; when this function is
on, the only operations possible are fan speed adjustment
and heated rear window switching-off.
To turn the function off, press the button
-
again or
the AUTO button.
USING THE CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM The system can be turned on in different ways, it is how-
ever advisable to set the required temperature and then
to press the AUTO button. In this way, the system starts
to work fully automatically to reach the required com-
fort conditions as soon as possible.
During automatic operation it is possible:❒
to select the required temperature (buttons
ÔÕ
– E);
❒
to activate or deactivate air recirculation
(button
T
– D);
❒
to activate fast window demisting/defrosting
(button
-
– L);
❒
to select air distribution (buttons
¥wμ
– G H I);
❒
to select the fan speed (buttons
ÕÔ
– F).
The system will automatically modify its settings accord-
ing to set changes and the button LED will turn off.
To restore automatic operation press again the
AUTO
button.
SYSTEM SERVICING
In winter, the climate control system must be turned on
at least once a month for about 10 minutes.
Before summer, have the system inspected at a Fiat
Dealership.
The system uses R134a refrigerant fluid
which does not pollute the environment in
the event of accidental leakage. Under no
circumstances should R12 fluid be used as it is in-
compatible with the system components.
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INDEX
clutching is absolutely pointless on modern cars and also
increases consumption and pollution.
Gear selection
As soon as the conditions of the traffic and road allow, use
a higher gear. Using a low gear for faster acceleration will
increase consumption.
In the same way improper use of a high gear increases con-
sumption, emissions an engine wear.
Top speed
Fuel consumption considerably increases with speed.
Avoiding unnecessary braking and acceleration, which cost
in terms of both fuel and emissions.
Acceleration
Accelerating violently increasing the revs will greatly af-
fect consumption and emissions: acceleration should be
gradual.
CONDITIONS OF USE
Cold starting
Short journeys and frequent cold starts will prevent the en-
gine from reaching optimal running temperature. This re-
sults in a significant increase in consumption levels (from
+15 to +30% on the urban cycle) and emission of harmful
substances. Electric devices
Use electric devices only for the amount of time needed.
Rear heated window, additional headlights, windscreen
wipers and heater fan need a considerable amount of en-
ergy, therefore a higher requirement of current involves
and increase of fuel consumption (up to +25% in the
urban cycle).
Climate control system
The climate control system is an additional load which
greatly affects the engine leading to higher consumption
(on average up to +20%): when the temperature outside
the car permits it, use the air vents where possible.
Devices for aerodynamic control
The use of non-certified devices for aerodynamic control
may adversely affect air drag and consumption levels.
DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm the engine with the car at a standstill or at
idle or high speed: under these conditions the engine
warms up much more slowly, increasing electrical con-
sumption and emissions. It is therefore advisable to move
off immediately, slowly, avoiding high speeds: in this way
the engine will warm faster.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid accelerating when starting at traffic lights or be-
fore switching off the engine. This and also double de-
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WARNING LIGHTS
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TECHNICAL
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INDEX
5
7,5
7,5
10
7,5
15
15
7,5
7,5
7,5
7,5
5
5
15
–
–
7,5
7,5
7,5
20
10
10
10
10
F31
F35
F35
F37
F41
F45
F46
F49
F49
F49
F50
F51
F51
F54
FA
FB
F12
F13
F13
F38
F39
F39
F39
F39
FUSE SUMMARY TABLEPassenger’s compartment fuse-box - fig. 167 FUSE AMPEREReversing lights+15 radioCentral dashboard+15 stop lightsDoor mirror defroster Heated seats (pre-arrangement)Electric sun roofAutomatic climate control systemTyre pressureSensor for water presence in the diesel fuel filter +15 air bag control unit+15 Body-computer control unit+15 instrument panelSubwooferFreeFreeRight dipped beam headlightLeft dipped beam headlightHeadlight aiming adjustment+ 30 door locking deviceEOBD diagnosis socketRadioAutomatic climate control systemTyre pressure
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WARNING LIGHTS
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10
10
30
30
15
20
20
15
F39
F39
F40
F43
F53
F47
F48
F52
Passenger’s compartment fuse-box - fig. 167 FUSE AMPERETelephoneBody-computer control unitHeated rear windowWindscreen wiper/washerWindscreen/rear window washer pumpFront left power windowFront right power windowRear window wiper
30
20
15
15
15
15
7,5
10
7,5
F8
F9
F10
F11
F14
F15
F16
F17
F18
Engine compartment fuse-box - fig. 169 FUSE AMPEREClimate control system fanHeadlight washersHornSecondary services and odometer generatorMain beam headlights+ 30 trailer unit
Electronic injection and supply system +15 Dualogic transmission control unitElectronic injection primary services+30 engine control node
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7,5
–
15
20
20
10
15
15
20
7,5
F19
F20
F21
F22
F23
F24
F30
F84
F85
F87
Engine compartment fuse-box - fig. 169 FUSE AMPEREAir climate control compressorFree fuse Fuel pump supply (Multijet version)Electronic injection primary servicesBraking node valves and ABSElectric power steeringFog lightsDualogic transmission control unitCigar lighter/current socket +15 ABS and stop light control
165KNOW
YOUR VEHICLE
SAFETY
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGESIN
AN EMERGENCYCAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
20
20
20
30
50
30
30
20
20
20
10/20
30
50
30
T02
T03
T05
T06
T07
T08
T09
T10
T14
T17
T19
T20
T30
T31
Engine compartment unit - fig. 169 RELAYS AMPEREHigh beam relayHorn relayCompressor relayEngine cooling electric fan relay (low speed)Engine cooling electric fan relay (high speed)Air climate control system electric fan relayInjection system main relayFuel pump relay (Multijet version)Fog light relayHeadlight washer relayPump disconnection remote control switch (methane versions)Start-up inhibiting relayDualogic transmission pump relayCigar lighter/current socket relay
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Versions 1.1 and 1.2
(with climate control system)
fig. 173
1. Engine oil
1a. Engine oil for version 1.2 Euro 5
2. Engine coolant
3. Windscreen washer fluid
4. Brake liquid
5. Battery.
fig. 173
F0Z0812m
fig. 174
F0Z0261m
Versions 1.3 Multijet – fig. 174
1. Engine oil
2. Engine coolant
3. Windscreen washer fluid
4. Brake liquid
5. Battery.
INDEX TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONSCAR
MAINTENANCEIN
AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR SAFETY KNOW
YOUR VEHICLE175
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