2009 FIAT PANDA steering lock

9KNOW YOUR
VEHICLESAFETY
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN
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F0Z0683m
fig. 8
F0Z0684m
fig. 9
REPLACING THE BATTERY
OF THE KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL
To replace the battery, proceed as follows:❒
open the snap-fitted lid A-fig. 8 as shown by the
arrow;
❒
remove the used battery and replace it making sure that
the polarity matches (positive pole + up);
❒
the new battery shall be fitted under the catch C-fig. 9;
then refit the lid and press it down until hearing the lock-
ing click.IGNITION SWITCH fig. 10
The key can be turned to 3 different positions:
❒
STOP: engine off, key can be removed, steering column
locked. Some electrical devices (e.g. sound system, cen-
tral door locking system, etc.) may work.
❒
MAR: driving position. All electrical devices may work.
❒
AVV: engine starting.
The ignition switch is fitted with a safety mechanisms that, in
the event the engine is not started, requires the ignition key
to be returned to STOP before repeating the starting
operation.
Used batteries are harmful to the environ-
ment. They should be disposed of, as spec-
ified by law, in the special containers pro-
vided, otherwise take them to the Fiat Dealership,
which will deal with their disposal.
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F0Z0026m
fig. 10
STEERING COLUMN LOCK fig. 10
Engagement
When the key is at STOP, remove the key and turn the
steering wheel until it locks.
Disengagement
Move the steering wheel slightly as you turn the ignition
key to MAR.
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If the ignition device is tampered with
(e.g.: attempted theft), have it checked
over by a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
WARNING
When getting out of the car, always re-
move the key to prevent any occupants
from accidentally activating the controls. Re-
member to engage the handbrake. If the car is
parked on uphill slope, engage the first gear; if the
car is facing downhill, engage the reverse gear.
Never leave an unattended children in the car.
WARNING
Never remove the key while the car is
moving. The steering wheel would auto-
matically lock as soon as you try to turn it. This
also applies when the car is being towed.
WARNING
It is absolutely forbidden to carry out
whatever after-market operations involv-
ing steering system or steering column modifica-
tions (e.g.: installation of anti-theft device). This
could badly affect performance and safety,
invalidate the warranty and also result in the
non-compliance of the car with approval
requirements.
WARNING
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F0Z0185m
fig. 22
F0Z0016m
fig. 23
MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY STANDARD SCREEN fig. 23
The standard screen shows the following information:
A Headlight aiming position (only with dipped beam head-
lights on).
B Clock.
C Odometer (display of covered km or miles).
NOTE With key removed (when opening at least one of
the front doors) the display turns on and shows the time
and covered km or miles, for a few seconds. WARNING LIGHT TEST fig. 22
The following warning lights are tested:
❒
engaged handbrake/low brake fluid level;
❒
ABS and EBD system (where provided);
❒
ESP system (where provided);
❒
“Dualdrive” electrical power steering failure (where
provided).
The diagnosis is automatically run when the ignition key
is turned to MAR and during standard operation when
a fault is signalled. At the end of the initial warning light
check, the message “LEd Error” will flash on the display
for about 10 seconds if a faulty warning light is found.
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F0I0142m
fig. 24
F0Z0152m
fig. 25
WARNING LIGHT TEST fig. 25
The following warning lights are tested:❒
engaged handbrake/low brake fluid level;
❒
ABS and EBD system (for versions/markets where
provided);
❒
ESP system (for versions/markets where provided);
❒
“Dualdrive” electrical power steering failure.
The diagnosis is automatically run when the key is turned
to MAR and during standard operation when a fault is sig-
nalled. At the end of the initial warning light check, the
message “LEd Error” will flash on the display for about
10 seconds if a faulty warning light is found. SETTING THE CLOCK fig. 24
To adjust the time, press button A to increase minutes, but-
ton B to decrease minutes. Every pressing on the button
moves the clock forward by one unit. Keeping the button
pressed for some seconds obtains automatic fast increase.
When you are close to the required time, release the but-
ton and complete the adjustment by single presses.
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F0Z0029m
fig. 31
F0Z0030m
fig. 32
SEATSFRONT SEATS
Only make adjustments when the car is
stationary.
WARNING
Lengthwise direction adjustment fig. 31
Lift the lever A and push the seat forwards or backwards:
in driving position your arms should rest on the rim of
the steering wheel.
Backrest angle adjustment fig. 32
Turn the knob B.
Once you have released the adjustment
lever, always check that the seat is locked
on the guides by trying to move it back and forth.
Failure to lock the seat in place could result in the
seat moving suddenly and the driver losing control
of the car.
WARNING
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F0Z0034m
fig. 35
F0Z0061m
fig. 36
STEERING WHEELThe steering wheel can be adjusted in height
(for versions/markets where provided).
Release the lever A-fig. 36 pulling it towards the steering
wheel, then adjust it in the most suitable position
and lock it pushing the lever A fully forwards. REAR fig. 35
Depending on the versions, head restraints can be fixed
(for 5-seat versions) or adjustable. To use adjustable head
restraints, raise the head restraint from position 2 (posi-
tion of non use) to position 1 (completely raised).
To bring them back to the original “position of non use”,
press the button B and push the head restraint down.
To take them out, press both buttons B and C, raise them
completely.
The particular head restraint shape deliberately interferes
with the correct passenger’s back leaning on the back-
rest in order to force him/her to lift the head restraint
and use it correctly.
IMPORTANT If the rear seats are used, always set the
head restraints in the “completely raised” position.
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Any adjustments must be carried out on-
ly with the car stationary and engine off.
WARNING
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F0Z0163m
fig. 92
It is absolutely forbidden to carry out
whatever after-market operation involv-
ing steering system or steering column modifica-
tions (e.g.: installation of anti-theft device) that
could badly affect performance and safety, cause
the lapse of warranty and also result in non-com-
pliance of the car with type approval require-
ments.
WARNING
Before starting any servicing operation,
stop the engine and remove the key from
the ignition switch to operate the steering lock,
particularly when the wheels do not touch the
ground. If this is not possible (i.e. if the key must
be kept in the MAR position or the engine must
be kept running), remove the electric power steer-
ing system main fuse.
WARNING
In this case, stop the car immediately, switch off the en-
gine for about 20 seconds and then restart the engine.
If the warning light
g
is still on, along with the message
on the reconfigurable multifunction display (for versions/
markets, where provided), contact a Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT The steering may become stiffer following
parking manoeuvres including a great deal of steering.
This is normal and caused by the system preventing the
electric control motor overheating. No repairs are need-
ed. The power steering system will start working properly
again the next time the car is used.
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111KNOW
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CORRECT USE OF THE CAR
STARTING PROCEDURE FOR PETROL
VERSIONS
Proceed as follows:❒
engage the handbrake;
❒
place the gearshifting lever in neutral;
❒
press the clutch pedal all the way down without touch-
ing the accelerator;
❒
turn the ignition key to
AVV
and let it go as soon as
the engine starts.
If the engine does not start at the first attempt, return
the ignition key to
STOP
before repeating starting.
STARTING THE ENGINEThe car is fitted with an electronic engine lock device:
if the engine fails to start, see the paragraph “The Fiat
CODE system” in section “Know your vehicle”.
The engine may be noisier during the first few seconds of
operation, especially after a long period of inactivity. This
characteristic feature of the hydraulic tappet system does
not compromise functionality or reliability: the system de-
vised for your car was designed to limit maintenance
interventions.
It is dangerous to let the engine run in en-
closed spaces. The engine consumes oxy-
gen and engine exhaust contains carbon dioxide,
carbon monoxide and other toxic gasses.
WARNING
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
We recommend that during the initial pe-
riod you do not drive to full car perfor-
mance (e.g.: excessive acceleration, long
journeys at top speed, sharp braking, etc.).When the engine is switched off never leave
the key into the ignition switch to prevent
useless current absorption from draining the
battery.
Remember that the servo-brake and pow-
er steering are not operational until the
engine has been started, therefore much effort
than usual is required on the brake pedal
and teering wheel.
WARNING
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