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F0Z0060m
fig. 117
USING THE MANUAL GEARBOXTo engage the gears, press the clutch pedal fully and shift
the gearshifting lever into one of the required positions
(the diagram for gear engagement is shown on the knob,
fig. 117).
IMPORTANT The car can only be put into reverse gear
when it has stopped moving completely. With the engine
running, wait for at least 2 seconds with the clutch pedal
fully pressed before engaging reverse to prevent damage
to the gears and grating.
To engage reverse R from neutral, lift the sliding ring A un-
der the knob and shift the lever to the right and back. Four or five clicks are generally enough when the car is on
level ground while nine or ten may be required if the car
is on a steep slope or laden.
IMPORTANT If this is not the case, contact a Fiat
Dealership to have the handbrake adjusted.
When the handbrake lever is pulled up and the ignition key
is at MAR, the instrument panel warning light
x
will
turn on.
Proceed as follows to release the handbrake:
❒
slightly lift the handbrake and press the release button
A;
❒
keep button A pressed and lower the lever. The warn-
ing light
x
on the instrument panel will turn off.
Press the brake pedal when carrying out this operation
to prevent the car from moving accidentally.
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CAR INACTIVITYIf the car is to be left inactive for longer than a month,
the following precautions should be followed:❒
park the car in covered, dry and if possible well-venti-
lated premises;
❒
engage one gear;
❒
check that the handbrake is not engaged;
❒
disconnect the negative battery terminal and check bat-
tery charge. Repeat this check once every three months
during storage. Recharge if the optical indicator shows
a dark colour without the central green area;
❒
clean and protect the painted parts using protective
wax;
❒
clean and protect the shiny metal parts using special
compounds readily available;
❒
sprinkle talcum powder on the rubber windscreen and
rear window wiper blades and lift them off the glass;
❒
slightly open the windows;
❒
cover the car with a cloth or perforated plastic sheet.
Do not use sheets of non-perforated plastic as they do
not allow moisture on the car body to evaporate;
❒
inflate tyres to 0.5 bar above the standard specified pres-
sure and check it at intervals;
❒
if you don’t disconnect the battery from the electric sys-
tem, check its charge every month and recharge it if the
optical indicator shows a dark colour without the central
green area;
❒
do not drain the engine cooling system.
SNOW CHAINSThe use of snow chains should be in compliance with lo-
cal regulations.
The snow chains may be applied only onto the front wheel
tyres (drive wheels).
Check the tension of the snow chains after the first few
metres have been driven.
IMPORTANT Snow chains cannot be fitted to the space-
saver spare wheel. So, if a front (drive) wheel is punctured
and chains are needed, a rear wheel should be fitted to the
front of the car and the space-saving spare wheel should
be fitted to the rear. This way with two normal drive
wheels, snow chains can be fitted to them to solve an
emergency.
Keep your speed down when snow chains
are fitted. Do not exceed 50 km/h. Avoid
potholes, steps and pavements and also
avoid driving long distances on roads not covered
with snow in order to prevent damaging the car and
the roadbed.
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WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGESGENERAL WARNINGSTurning on of warning light is accompanied by specific mes-
sage and/or by buzzer sound where provided by instru-
ment panel. These indications are concise and brief and
cautionary and as such must not be considered as ex-
haustive and/or alternative to the information contained
in the Owner Handbook, which shall always be read
through carefully and thoroughly. In case of failure indi-
cation, always refer to the specifications contained in this
chapter.
IMPORTANT Failure indications displayed are divided in-
to two categories: very serious and less serious failures.
Very serious failures are indicated by a repeated and pro-
longed warning “cycle”.
Less serious failures are indicated by a limited “warning”
cycle.
The warning cycle of both failure types can be stopped
by pressing the button MODE. The instrument panel warn-
ing light will stay on until the cause of the failure is elimi-
nated.
For messages relevant to the versions equipped with Dua-
logic gearbox, see the attached Supplement.
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
LOW BRAKE FLUID (red)
HANDBRAKE ON (red)
Turning the ignition key to MAR the warning light turns
on, but it should go off after a few seconds.
Low brake fluid
The warning light turns on when the level of the brake flu-
id in the reservoir falls below the minimum level due to
a possible leak in the circuit.
On some versions the display shows the dedicated message.
x
If the warning light xturns on when trav-
elling (on certain versions together with
the message on the display) stop the car imme-
diately and contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
Handbrake on
The warning light turns on when the handbrake is on.
On certain versions, if the car is moving the buzzer will al-
so sound.
IMPORTANT If the warning light turns on when travel-
ling, make sure the handbrake is not engaged.
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F0Z0171m
fig. 121
Please note that:❒
the jack weights 1.76 kg;
❒
the jack requires no adjustment;
❒
the jack cannot be repaired. If it breaks it must be re-
placed with a new jack;
❒
no tool other than its cranking device may be fitted on
the jack.
To change a wheel proceed as follows:
❒
stop the car in a position so that it is not a danger for
on-coming traffic and where you can replace the wheel
safely. The ground must be flat and compact;
❒
turn the engine off and pull up the handbrake.
❒
engage the first gear or reverse;
❒
lift the boot mat A-fig. 121;
Fasten the wheel cup correctly to prevent
the wheel from coming free in motion.
Never tamper with the inflation valve. Never in-
troduce tools of any kind between rim and tyre.
Regularly check tyre and space-saver wheel pres-
sure, complying with the data in the chapter
“Technical specifications”.
WARNING
The jack shall only be used for changing
wheels on the car with which it is provid-
ed or on cars of the same model. Never use the
jack for other purposes, such as lifting other car
models. In no case should it be used for repairs un-
der the car. Incorrect positioning of the jack may
cause the jacked car to fall. Do not use the jack
for loads higher than those shown on the label.
Snow chains cannot be fitted to the space-saver
wheel. So, if a front (drive) wheel is punctured and
chains are needed, a rear wheel should be fitted
to the front of the car and the space-saver wheel
should be fitted to the rear. This way with two
standard drive wheels, snow chains can be fitted
to them to solve an emergency.
WARNING
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F0Z0697m
fig. 134
F0Z0672m
fig. 135
❒
make sure that the compressor switch D-fig. 135 is in
position 0 (off), start the engine, fit the plug E-fig. 136
in the 12 V-socket in the central tunnel and operate the
compressor turning the switch D-fig. 135 to position I
(on). Inflate the tyre at the pressure value specified in
paragraph “Inflation pressure” in chapter “Technical
specifications”.
For a more accurate reading, check pressure gauge
F-fig. 135 with the compressor off;
❒
if after five minutes it is still impossible to reach at least
1.5 bar, disengage the compressor from the valve and
current socket, then move the car forth for approx. ten
metres in order to distribute the sealing fluid inside
the tyre evenly, then repeat the inflation operation;
INFLATING PROCEDURE
Replace the bottle containing out of date
sealant fluid. Dispose of the bottle and the
sealant liquid properly. Dispose according
to the national and local regulations in force.Put on the protection gloves provided to-
gether with quick tyre repair kit.
WARNING
❒
Ensure that the handbrake is engaged. Remove the tyre
valve cap, extract the flexible filler tube A-fig. 134 and
fasten the ring B onto the tyre valve;
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F0Z0673m
fig. 136
F0Z0698m
fig. 137
❒
if after this operation it is still not possible to reach at
least 1.8 bar after five minutes, do not start driving since
the tyre is excessively damaged and the fast tyre re-
pair kit cannot guarantee suitable sealing. Contact
a Fiat Dealership;
❒
if the tyre reaches the pressure specified in “Inflation
pressure” paragraph in the “Technical Specifications”
chapter, start driving immediately;
Apply the adhesive label in a position
clearly visible by the driver as a reminder
that the tyre has been treated with the quick re-
pair kit. Drive carefully, particularly on bends. Do
not exceed 80 km/h. Do not accelerate and brake
suddenly.
WARNING
❒
after driving for about 10 minutes stop and check the
tyre pressure again; remember to engage the handbrake;
If the pressure falls below 1.8 bar, do not
drive any further: the quick tyre repair kit
Fix & Go automatic cannot guarantee proper hold
because the tyre is too much damaged. Contact
a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
❒
if at least 1.8 bar pressure is read, restore proper pres-
sure (with engine running and handbrake on) and
restart;
❒
drive with the utmost care to the nearest Fiat Dealer-
ship.
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SCHEDULED SERVICING PROGRAMMEThese coupons have to be carried out every 20,000 km
Thousands of km
Check tyre condition/wear and, if necessary, adjust
pressure
Check lighting system operation (headlights, direction indicators,
hazard warning lights, passenger’s compartment lights, boot lights, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)Check windscreen wiper/washer operation, adjust nozzlesCheck windscreen/rear window blade position/wearCheck front disc brake pad conditions and wearCheck rear drum brake linings conditions and wear
Condition visual check: bodywork exterior, underbody
protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust – fuel supply system
– braking system), rubber elements (boots – sleeves – bushes – etc...)
Check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks, as well as cleanliness and lubrication of linkages
Check tension and conditions of various accessory drive belts (except for engines with automatic tensioners)Visually inspect conditions of the accessory drive beltsCheck and adjust tappet clearance (petrol versions)Check and adjust handbrake lever stroke Check anti-evaporation system (petrol versions)
INDEX TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONSCAR
MAINTENANCEIN
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AND MESSAGESCORRECT USE
OF THE CARSAFETYKNOW
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Baby surveillance mirror .......... 43
Battery
– battery recharging ................. 166
– battery replacement ............. 182
– servicing ................................... 181
– starting with auxiliary
battery ..................................... 135
– useful advice for extending
the life of your battery ......... 182
Beam adjustment .......................... 72
Body Computer (trip) ................. 28
Body paintwork identification
plate .............................................. 89
Bodywork marking ...................... 192
Bodywork versions ..................... 193
Bodywork
– advice for preserving
the bodywork ......................... 188
– bodywork version codes ..... 193
Bonnet
– opening/closing ................... 69-70Boot extension ......................... 67-68
Boot ................................................ 65
– boot extension ................... 67-68
– parcel shelf (removal) ........... 67
– parcel shelf lifting ................... 66
– tailgate closing ........................ 66
– tailgate opening ...................... 65
Brake fluid
– level check and top-up ......... 179
– specifications .......................... 205
Brake lights (stop)
– bulb replacement ........... 155-157
Brakes
– technical specifications ......... 196
– handbrake ............................... 113
– brake fluid (type) ................... 179
– fluid level check and top-up .. 179
Bulb replacement ......................... 149
– bulb types ................................ 150
– exterior ................................... 152
– general instructions .............. 149
ABS system .................................. 74
Accessories purchased by
the owner .................................... 86
Additional brake light
– bulb replacement ................... 157
Air bag deactivation ..................... 106
Air filter ......................................... 180
Air recirculation .................. 38-41-45
Air vent and diffusors ................. 37
Annual inspection plan ............... 172
Ashtray ........................................... 55
ASR (system) ................................ 77
ASR function ................................. 77
ASR system ................................... 77
Automatic climate control
system .......................................... 44
– controls ................................... 44
– system servicing ..................... 47
– using the climate control
system ...................................... 47
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