2009 FIAT PANDA snow chains

F0Z0267m
fig. 88
When the ASR is switched off whilst driving, the next time
the car is started up the ASR is automatically switched
on by the system. When travelling on snowy roads with
snow chains, it may be helpful to turn the ASR off: in fact,
in these conditions, slipping of the drive wheels when mov-
ing off makes it possible to obtain better traction. The action of the ASR system is particularly helpful in
the following circumstances:
❒
slipping of the inner wheel when cornering due to the
effect of dynamic load changes or excessive accelera-
tion;
❒
too much power transmitted to the wheels also in re-
lation to the conditions of the road surface;
❒
acceleration on slippery, snowy or icy surfaces;
❒
in the event of loss of grip on a wet surface
(aquaplaning).
MSR system (engine drive regulation)
This is integral part of the ASR system that, in the event
of a sudden gear downshifting, cuts in and provides torque
to the engine thus preventing excessive drive wheel dri-
ve which, especially in poor grip conditions, can lead to
loss of stability.
Switching the ASR system on/off fig. 88
The ASR system switches on automatically each time
the engine is started. Whilst driving, the ASR can be
switched off and subsequently switched on again by press-
ing the C ASR OFF button. When the system is switched
on, this is signalled by a message on the reconfigurable mul-
tifunction display (where provided).
When the system is switched off, this is signalled by
the LED on the ASR OFF button lighting up and by a mes-
sage on the reconfigurable multifunction display (for ver-
sions/markets where provided).
Do not take unnecessary risks, even if your
vehicle is fitted with this system. Your dri-
ving style must always be suited to the road con-
ditions, visibility and traffic. The driver is ulti-
mately responsible for road safety.
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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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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.
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Reconfigurable multifunction
display .......................................... 19
– control buttons ...................... 19
– set up menu ............................ 20
– standard screen ..................... 19
Refuelling
– diesel engines ......................... 88
– petrol engines ......................... 87
– technical specifications
(quantity) ................................. 203
Remote control ........................... 7
– additional remote control ... 8
– battery replacement ............. 9
– remote door opening/
closing ...................................... 8
– tailgate opening ...................... 8
Replacing the battery of
the key with remote control .. 9
Rev counter .................................. 14
Reversing light
– bulb replacement ................... 155
Reversing light
– bulb replacement ................... 156Roof rack – ski rack
(preparation) .............................. 71
Roof rack bar fasteners .............. 71
Roof rack/ski-rack bars
(preparation) .............................. 71
Rubber pipes ................................. 185
Safety........................................... 91
Safety belts .................................... 91
– carrying children safely ........ 98
– general instructions .............. 95
– load limiters ............................ 95
– pretensioners ......................... 94
– SBR ........................................... 91
– seat belt height
adjustment .............................. 92
– seat belt maintenance ........... 97
– using the seat belts ............. 91-93
SBR system .................................... 91
Scheduled servicing ..................... 172
Scheduled Servicing
Programme ......................... 170-171
Seat adjustment ...................... 31-32Seat belt pretensioners .............. 94
– load limiters ............................ 95
Side air bags
(side bag - window bag) ........... 107
– general warnings .................... 109
Side light
– front bulb replacement ........ 152
– rear bulb replacement .......... 155
– switching on ............................ 48
Smart washing
(windscreen wiper) ................... 50
Snow chains ..................................
Sound system
(preparation system) ................ 84
Sound system presetting ............ 84
Space-saver wheel ....................... 137
– technical specifications ......... 199
Spark plugs (type) ........................ 194
Speedometer ................................ 14
Steering column lock .................. 10
Steering wheel adjustment ........ 34
Steering wheel levers .............. 48-50
Steering wheel
– adjustment lever .................... 34
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– turning circle .......................... 196
Steering
– steering wheel adjustment
lever .......................................... 34
– technical specifications ......... 196
Sun visors ...................................... 56
Suspension .................................... 196
Symbols .......................................... 5Tailgate
– opening with remote
control ..................................... 8
Technical specifications....... 191
Temperature gauge
Third brake light .......................... 157
Top speed ..................................... 201
Towing of trailers ........................ 117
Towing of vehicle ........................ 167
Trailer (towing) ............................ 117
– installing the tow hook ........ 118
Transmission
– technical specifications ......... 195
Trip Computer ............................ 28
– control button ....................... 29– start of journey
procedure ............................... 30
Turning circle ............................... 196
Tyre pressure ............................... 199
Tyre puncturing
– general instructions .............. 137
– quick tyre repair kit
Tyre repair kit Fix&Go
automatic .................................... 143
– bottle replacement
procedure ............................... 148
– inflation procedure ............... 146
Tyres
– in case of puncture ............... 137
– inflation pressure ................... 199
– quick repair kit Fix&Go
automatic ................................. 143
– reading the tyre code ........... 197
– snow chains ............................ 122
– snow tyres .............................. 121
– tool and space-saver wheel
compartment ................... 138-139
– tyre and wheel types ............ 199
– wheel replacement ................ 143– winter tyres ............................ 122
Vehicle dimensions .................... 200
Vehicle end of life ........................ 209
Vehicle identification data .......... 191
Vehicle identification plate ........ 191
Vehicle identification ................... 191
Vehicle lifting points .................... 140
Vehicle scrapping ......................... 209
Vehicle weights ............................ 202W
arning lights and messages
.. 123
Wheel rims ................................... 199
– understanding rim
marking .................................... 198
Wheel trim ................................... 197
Wheels and tyres.......................... 183
– geometry ................................. 197
– in case of puncture ............... 137
– quick repair kit Fix&Go
automatic ................................. 143
– reading the tyre code ........... 197
– snow chains ............................ 122
– snow tyres .............................. 122
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Wheels and tyres.......................... 183
– tyre and wheel types ............ 199
– tyre inflation pressure .......... 199
– wheel replacement ................ 137
– winter tyres ............................ 122
Window winders ......................... 64
Windows
– cleaning .................................... 50
Windows
– washing .................................... 50
– windscreen washer fluid
(specifications) ....................... 205
Windscreen washer
– fluid level check
and top-up ............................... 178
– jets ............................................ 187
– operation ................................. 50
– smart washing function ........ 50– windscreen washer fluid
specifications .......................... 205
Windscreen wiper blades
– replacement ............................ 186
Windscreen/rear window
washer fluid
– specifications .......................... 205
– level check and top-up ......... 178
Windscreen
– blade replacement ................. 186
– jet .............................................. 187
– operation ................................. 50
– windscreen washer
fluid features ............................... 179
Winter period
– snow chains ............................ 122
– winter tyres ............................ 122
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