2009 FIAT SEDICI lock

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TIRE CHANGING TOOL
The jack, wheel brace, jack handle are
stowed in the luggage compartment.
To remove the spare tire, turn its bolt (1)
counterclockwise and remove it.
To remove the jack, turn its shaft coun-
terclockwise and pull the jack out of the
storage bracket.
To stow the jack, place it in the storage
bracket and turn the shaft clockwise un-
til the jack is securely held in place.
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The jack shall only be used
for changing wheels on the
vehicle with which it is provided or on
cars of the same model. It must not be
used for other purposes such as for in-
stance raising vehicles of other mod-
els. In no case should it be used for re-
pairs under the vehicle. Incorrect po-
sitioning of the jack may cause the
jacked vehicle to fall. Do not use the
jack for higher capacities than stated
on its label.
It is important to read the jacking in-
structions in the “EMERGENCY SER-
VICE” section of this manual before
attempting to use the jack.
WARNING
After using the tire changing
tools, be sure to stow them
securely or they can cause injury if an
accident occurs.
WARNING
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INSTALLATION OF
RADIO FREQUENCY
TRANSMITTERS
We recommend that you always ask a FI-
AT Dealership about frequency band, max
output power, antenna position at vehicle
and specific conditions for installation
and/or use before installing a radio trans-
mitter in your vehicle. Such equipments
may cause the electronic control system
to malfunction if they are incorrectly in-
stalled or they are not suited for the ve-
hicle.
RADIO ANTENNA
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The radio antenna at the front of the roof
can be folded down and is removable. To
fold the antenna rearward, be sure to grip
the bottom of antenna. To remove the an-
tenna, turn it counterclockwise. To rein-
stall the antenna, turn it clockwise firmly
by hand.
IMPORTANT To avoid damage to the ra-
dio antenna:
Remove the antenna when using an au-
tomatic vehicle wash.
Remove or fold down the antenna
when the antenna hits anything such as
a low ceiling in a parking garage or
putting a vehicle cover over your ve-
hicle.
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ROOF RAILS OR ROOF
RACK ANCHORS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
You can use the roof rails to attach the
optional roof rack which is available at
your Fiat Dealership. If you use a roof
rack, observe the instructions and pre-
cautions in this section and provided with
the roof rack.
Make sure the roof rack is securely in-
stalled.
To mount various types of cargo (such
as skis, bicycles, etc.) properly, use suit-
able attachments which are available
from your Fiat Dealership. Be sure to
install the attachments properly and se-
curely according to the instructions
provided. Do not mount cargo direct-
ly on the roof panel. The cargo can
damage the roof panel.
The gross weight of the roof rack plus
cargo must not exceed the loading ca-
pacity (50 kg -110 lbs). Also, do not let
the gross vehicle weight (fully loaded
vehicle including driver, passengers, car-
go, roof load and trailer tongue weight)
exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-
ing (GVWR) listed in the “SPECIFICA-
TIONS” section of this manual.
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Mount and secure the cargo onto the
roof rack properly according to the in-
structions provided. Be sure to stow
the heaviest items at the bottom and
distribute the cargo as evenly as possi-
ble.
Do not carry items so large that they
hang over the bumpers or the sides of
the vehicle, or block your view.
Secure the front and rear ends of long
items – such as wood panels, surf-
boards and so forth – to both the front
and rear of the vehicle. You should pro-
tect the painted surfaces of the vehi-
cle from scuffing caused by tie-down
ropes.
Check periodically to make sure the
roof rack is securely installed and free
from damage.
For vehicles with roof rack anchors,
make sure the anchors are covered
with the caps when not in use.
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Roof rails
Roof rack anchors
Abrupt maneuvers or failure
to properly secure cargo can
allow the cargo to fly off the vehicle
and hit others, causing personal in-
jury or property damage.
Mount cargo securely and avoid
abrupt maneuvers such as “jackrab-
bit” starts, sharp turns, fast cornering
and sudden braking. Check periodi-
cally to make sure that cargo is se-
curely fastened.
Large, bulky, long, or flat items can
affect vehicle aerodynamics or be
caught by the wind, and can reduce
vehicle control resulting in an acci-
dent and personal injury. Drive cau-
tiously at reduced speed when carry-
ing this type of cargo.
WARNING
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Brake fluid level
Power steering (for versions/markets,
where provided) fluid level
Windshield washer fluid level
Battery solution level
Hood latch operation
Pull the hood release handle inside the
vehicle. Make sure that you cannot
open the hood all the way without re-
leasing the secondary latch. Be sure to
close the hood securely after check-
ing for proper latch operation. See “All
latches, hinges & locks” of “CHASSIS
AND BODY” in the “Periodic Main-
tenance Schedule” in the “INSPEC-
TION AND MAINTENANCE” section
for lubrication schedule.
Once a month, or each time you fill your
fuel tank, check the tire pressure using a
tire pressure gauge. Also check the tire
pressure of the spare tire.
Adjust the seat and adjustable head re-
straint (for versions/markets, where
provided).
Check the brake pedal and the park-
ing brake lever.
Adjust the mirrors.
Make sure that you and all passengers
have properly fastened your seat belts.
Make sure that all warning lights come
on as the key is turned to the “ON” or
“START” position.
Check all gauges.
Make sure that the BRAKE SYSTEM
WARNING light turns off when the
parking brake is released.
Once a week, or each time you fill your
fuel tank, perform the following under-
hood checks:
Engine oil level
Coolant level
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Make sure the hood is fully
closed and latched before
driving. If it is not, it can fly up un-
expectedly during driving, obstructing
your view and resulting in an acci-
dent.
WARNING
ENGINE OIL
CONSUMPTION
It is normal for the engine to consume
some engine oil during normal vehicle op-
eration.
The amount of engine oil consumed de-
pends on the viscosity of the oil, the qual-
ity of the oil and the conditions the vehi-
cle is driven under.
More oil is consumed during high- speed
driving and when there is frequent accel-
eration and deceleration. Under high
loads, your engine also will consume more
oil.
A new engine also consumes more oil,
since its pistons, piston rings and cylinder
walls have not yet become conditioned.
New engines reach the normal level of oil
consumption only after approximately
5000 km (3000 miles) driving.
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Oil consumption: Max. 1.0 L per
1000 km (1 Qt. per 600 miles)
When judging the amount of oil con-
sumption, note that the oil may become
diluted and make it difficult to accurately
judge the true oil level.
As an example, if a vehicle is used for re-
peated short trips, and consumes a nor-
mal amount of oil, the dipstick may not
show any drop in the oil level at all, even
after 1000 km (600 miles) or more of dri-
ving. This is because the oil is gradually be-
coming diluted with fuel or moisture, mak-
ing it appear that the oil level has not
changed.
You should also be aware that the dilut-
ing ingredients evaporate out when the ve-
hicle is subsequently driven at high speeds,
such as on an expressway, making it ap-
pear that oil is excessively consumed af-
ter high- speed driving.STARTING THE ENGINE
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
NOTE Gearshift levers shown in the
above illustration are examples of 5-
speed manual transaxle (for gasoline en-
gine model) and automatic transaxle.

Make sure the parking brake is set fully.
Manual transaxle – Shift into “N” (Neu-
tral) and depress the clutch pedal all the
way to the floor. Hold the clutch ped-
al while starting the engine.
Automatic transaxle – If the gearshift
lever is not in “P” (Park) position, shift
into “P” (Park). (If you need to re- start
the engine while the vehicle is moving,
shift into “N”.)
NOTE Automatic transaxle vehicles have
a starter interlock device which is de-
signed to keep the starter from operat-
ing if the transaxle is in any of the drive
positions.
Make sure that the parking
brake is set fully and the
transaxle is in Neutral (or Park for ve-
hicles with an automatic transaxle)
before attempting to start the engine.
WARNING
IMPORTANT We recommend that dur-
ing the initial period you do not drive to
full vehicle performance (e.g.: excessive ac-
celeration, long journeys at top speed,
sharp braking, etc.).
IMPORTANT When the engine is
switched off never leave the key into the
ignition switch to prevent pointless cur-
rent absorption from draining the battery.
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Manual transaxle vehicle
You must push in the ignition switch to
turn it from the “LOCK” position to the
“ACC” position. To return to the
“LOCK” position from the “ACC” posi-
tion, turn the ignition switch counter-
clockwise while pushing in the switch.
Automatic transaxle vehicle
To turn the ignition switch, push the
switch.
If the keyless start system blue indicator
light illuminates on the instrument cluster,
you can turn the ignition switch. If the red
indicator light illuminates, you cannot turn
the ignition switch.NOTE
 The ignition switch can be turned to the
“ACC” position when the keyless start
system blue indicator light illuminates.
The blue indicator light will illuminate
for several seconds when you push in
the ignition switch and then will turn off
to protect the system. In this case, you
must release the ignition switch and
push it again to illuminate the blue in-
dicator light.
 If the keyless start system red indicator
light illuminates, the remote controller
may not be in the vehicle or the battery
of the remote controller may be unre-
liable.
NOTE
 If the battery of the remote controller
runs down or there are strong radio
waves or noise, the operating range
may be narrower or the remote con-
troller may be inoperative.
 If the remote controller is too close to
the door glass, it may not operate.
 The ignition switch may not turn when
the remote controller is on the instru-
ment panel, in the glove box, in a stor-
age compartment, in the sun visor or
on the floor.IMPORTANT The remote controller is
a sensitive electronic instrument. To avoid
damaging it, do not expose it to impacts,
moisture or high temperature (such as on
the dashboard under direct sunlight).
If you leave any of the doors open with the
ignition switch in the “ACC” position for
a while (and no key inserted), the engine
may not start when you turn the ignition
switch to “START”. If the engine does not
start, close all doors completely or turn
the ignition switch back to the “LOCK”
position, then start the engine.
You can also turn the ignition switch by
inserting the ignition key into the slot. Re-
fer to “Ignition Switch” in the “STEERING
COLUMN CONTROLS” section.
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77J028Gearshift lever positions
4- Speed Automatic Transaxle
USING THE
TRANSAXLE
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC
TRANSAXLE
Gearshift lever
The gearshift lever is designed so that it
cannot be shifted out of the “P” position
unless the ignition switch is in the “ON”
position and the brake pedal is depressed.
Always depress the brake
pedal before shifting from
“P” (Park) (or “N” (Neutral) if the ve-
hicle is stationary) to a forward or re-
verse gear, to help prevent the vehi-
cle from moving unexpectedly when
you shift.
WARNING
N (Neutral)
Use this position for starting the engine
if the engine stalls and you need to restart
it while the vehicle is moving. You may al-
so shift into Neutral and depress the brake
pedal to hold the vehicle stationary dur-
ing idling.
D (Drive)
Use this position for all normal driving.
With the gearshift lever in “D” range you
can get an automatic downshift by pressing
the accelerator pedal. The higher the ve-
hicle speed is, the more you need to press
the accelerator pedal to get a downshift.
3 (Low 3)
Use this position for driving on moder-
ate uphill and downhill gradients. The en-
gine braking effect on moderate downhills
can be used in this position. The transaxle
shifts up only to 3rd gear.
2 (Low 2)
Use this position to provide extra power
when climbing hills, or to provide engine
braking when going down hills.
L (Low 1)
Use this position to provide maximum
power when climbing steep hills or driving
through deep snow or mud, or to provide
maximum engine braking when going
down steep hills. Use the gearshift lever positions as de-
scribed below:
P (Park)
Use this position to lock the transaxle
when the vehicle is parked or when start-
ing the engine. Shift into Park only when
the vehicle is completely stationary.R (Reverse)
Use this position to reverse the vehicle
from stop. Make sure that vehicle is com-
pletely stationary before shifting into Re-
verse.
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USING THE 2WD/4WD
SWITCH
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This 4WD system enables you to select the
driving mode according to the driving con-
ditions by operating the 2WD/4WD
switch. With this feature, you can select 3
mode positions, “2WD”, “4WD AUTO”
and “4WD LOCK” by operating the 2WD/
4WD switch even when the vehicle is mov-
ing, provided the front wheels are in the
straight ahead position.
DESCRIPTION OF 3 MODE 4 X 4
SYSTEM POSITIONS
2WD
In this position, engine power is supplied
to the front axle only. Use this position
for normal driving (on dry, hard surfaces).
4WD AUTO
In this position, engine power is supplied
to the front and rear axles at normal
speed, providing greater traction than 2-
wheel drive. Use this position for driving
on paved roads or on slippery roads (icy,
snow-covered, muddy, etc.).In the AUTO mode, the 4WD controller
judges the driving conditions using signals
from sensors.
When slipping of the front wheels is de-
tected, the electronically controlled cou-
pling supplies optimum driving force to the
rear wheels. This function improves dri-
ving stability and running through perfor-
mance on rough roads and stabilizes dri-
ving performance even on a snow covered
up- hill road or the like.
Also, during normal driving on paved
roads, torque distribution to the rear
wheels is reduced to achieve the nearly
front wheel drive condition, thereby fuel
consumption is improved.
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4WD LOCK
In this position, engine power is supplied
to the front and rear axles at reduced
speed. Use this position when it is hard to
start off in the “4WD AUTO” mode such
as in mud, sand or on snow.
NOTE
Avoid operating your vehicle in the
“4WD LOCK” on wet pavement as
much as possible. Operating your vehi-
cle in the “4WD LOCK” on wet pave-
ment may cause severe damage to the
drive train.
As the vehicle speed increases, the
“4WD LOCK” mode is automatically
canceled and the “4WD AUTO” mode
is selected.
When the ignition switch is turned to
the “OFF” position, the “4WD LOCK”
mode is canceled.
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