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SAVING FUEL
Here are some suggestions which may help you to save fu-
el and reduce the amount of toxic emissions released in-
to the atmosphere.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out in accordance
with the “Scheduled Servicing Plan”.
Tyres
Check the tyre pressures at least once every 4 weeks: if
the pressure is too low, consumption levels increase as re-
sistance to rolling is higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded boot. The weight of
the car (especially when driving in town) and its arrange-
ment greatly affect fuel consumption and stability.
Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or ski rack from the roof after use.
These accessories decrease aerodynamic penetration and
have a negative effect on fuel consumption. It is better to
use a trailer to transport particularly bulky objects.Electrical devices
Use electrical devices only for the amount of time need-
ed. The heated rear window, auxiliary headlights, wind-
screen wipers and fan heater use up a considerable amount
of current, causing increased fuel consumption (up to
+25% in the urban cycle).
Air conditioning
Air conditioning leads to higher fuel consumption (on av-
erage up to +20%). If the temperature outside is not too
extreme, try and use the air vents.
Spoilers
The use of non-certified spoilers may adversely affect aero-
dynamics and fuel consumption.
DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm up the engine at low or high revs when the
vehicle is stationary; this causes the engine to warm up more
slowly, thereby increasing fuel consumption and emissions.
It is advisable to set off immediately and slowly, avoiding high
revs: this allows the engine to warm up more quickly.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid revving up when stationary at traffic lights or before
stopping the engine. The latter action, like double de-
clutching, is entirely unnecessary and causes increased fu-
el consumption and pollution.
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Engine compartment fuse box fig. 192
DEVICESFUSE AMPS
Hi-Fi sound system with control unit and subwoofer
Single tone horn
Left main beam headlight, right main beam headlight
Additional heater PTC1
Air conditioning compressor
Heated rear window
Fuel pump on tank
Left fog light, right fog light
CNG methane system management solenoid valves
Socket (ready for use)
Passenger compartment socket, cigarette lighter
Battery charge status sensor
De-mister on driver-side wing mirror, de-mister on passenger-side wing mirror
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– extending the boot ....................... 94
– parcel shelf (removing) ................ 96
– removing the parcel shelf ............ 96
– unlocking with remote control..6
Boot courtesy light .............................. 197
Brake Assist system............................ 104
Brake fluid
– checking and topping up .............. 224
– specifications.................................. 252
Brake lights
– bulb replacement ...............193-194
Brakes
– brake fluid (type)........................... 252
– checking and topping
up fluid level .................................. 224
– handbrake ....................................... 152
– technical specifications................. 241
Bulbs
– bulb types......................186-187-188
– general information on
replacing.......................................... 186
Capacities
– technical specifications
(quantities)...................................... 250
Capacity for installing child seats........ 138
Car dimensions .................................... 246
Car identification data ........................ 235
Carrying children ................................ 134
Catalytic converter ............................ 128
Central locking .................................... 73Changing a wheel ................................ 176
– general information and
warnings.......................................... 176
– tyre inflation pressure ................ 245
– tyre and rim types ....................... 244
Changing bulbs
– bulb types ...................................... 186
– general information ..................... 186
– inside .............................................. .195
– outside ........................................... 189
Chassis (marking) ............................... 236
Checking engine oil ............................ 220
– consumption ................................. 220
– engine oil specifications .............. 251
Checking levels ................................... 217
– brake fluid ...................................... 224
– engine cooling fluid ...................... 222
– engine oil ....................................... 220
– windscreen/rear window
washer fluid ................................... 223
Child safety .......................................... 84
Child safety device ............................. 87
Child seats ............................................ 138
– capacity for installing child
seats ................................................ 138
– suitability for using child seats..... 137
Children (carrying them safely) ........ 134
– acity for installing an Isofix
child seat ........................................ 138
Cigarette lighter .................................. 78 ABS ....................................................... 103
ABS system .......................................... 103
Additional brake light
– bulb replacement ......................... 194
Adjusting the lighting inside the car 18
Adjusting the mirrors ....................... 44
Adjusting the seats ......................39-41
Adjusting the steering wheel ............ 43
Air conditioning controls ............ 52-56
Air filter ................................................ 225
Air recirculation ....................51-55-58
Air vents................................................ 48
Ashtray................................................... 78
ASR function / system ....................... 107
Automatic climate control................. 56
Battery
– jump starting .................................. 175
– maintenance................................... .225
– replacement .................................. 226
– tips for extending life ................... 226
Bodywork
– bodywork version codes............. 237
– cleaning, care and maintenance.. 231
Bodywork codes ................................. 237
Bodywork versions ............................ 237
Bonnet
– opening/closing ...............97-98-99
Boot ........................................................ 92
– emergency unlocking from
the inside......................................... 94
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