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HEADLIGHTS
HEADLIGHT BEAM AIMING
The correct direction of the headlights is essential for
the comfort and safety of the driver and other road
users. To ensure the best visibility when travelling with
the headlights on, the headlight alignment must be
correct. Contact a Fiat Dealership to have the
headlights properly adjusted.
HEADLIGHT ALIGNMENT CORRECTOR
This device works with the ignition key in the MAR-ON
position and the dipped headlights on. The vehicle tilts
backwards when it is laden, raising the beam. The beams
must therefore be aimed again in this case. IMPORTANT Follow the instructions contained in the
assembly kit carefully. Assembly must be performed by
qualified personnel.
Respect the regulations in force
concerning maximum clearance.
Distribute the load evenly and when
driving, bear in mind the increased
sensitivity of the vehicle to side wind.
WARNING
Never exceed the permitted weight (see
“Technical data” section).
F0N0067mfig. 134
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ABS SYSTEM
If you have never driven a vehicle with ABS before, it is
advisable to perform a few tests on slippery ground,
always in safe conditions and respecting the highway
code of the country where you are driving. Read the
following information carefully.
This is an integral part of the braking system, which
prevents one or more wheels from locking or slipping
regardless of the road surface conditions and braking
intensity, ensuring control of the vehicle even during
emergency braking.
The system is completed by EBD (Electronic Braking
Force Distribution), which distributes the braking action
between the front and rear wheels.
IMPORTANT For the maximum efficiency of the
braking system, a bedding in period of about 500 km is
needed (with the vehicle new or after having replaced
the brake pads/discs): during this period it is better to
avoid sharp, repeated and prolonged braking. Headlight alignment adjustment fig. 134
Press buttons Òand in the control panel to adjust.
The display located on the instrument panel provides
a visual indication of the adjusted position.
IMPORTANT Check the beam alignment every time the
weight of the load transported changes.
FRONT FOG LIGHTS ALIGNMENT
(for versions/markets where provided)
Contact a Fiat Dealership to have the headlights
properly adjusted.
ADJUSTING THE HEADLIGHTS WHEN
ABROAD
The dipped headlights are adjusted to work in the
country where the vehicle was originally purchased.
In countries where vehicles are driven on the other side
of the road, the beams are aligned by applying a specially
designed adhesive film in order not to dazzle the
vehicles travelling in the opposite direction.
The ABS system gets the most out of the
available grip but it cannot improve it.
Therefore, you should take great care when
driving on slippery surfaces: don’t take
unnecessary risks.
WARNING
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Unnecessary actions
Avoid accelerating when starting at traffic lights or
before switching off the engine. The latter action, like
doubling the clutch, is unnecessary and causes increase
of consumption and pollution.
Gear selection
Use a higher gear as soon as traffic and road conditions
allow. Using a low gear for faster acceleration will increase
consumption. In the same way improper use of a high gear
increases consumption, emissions an engine wear.
Max. speed
Fuel consumption considerably increases with speed.
Keep your speed as even as possible, avoiding unnecessary
braking and acceleration, which cause excessive fuel
consumption and increased emissions.
Acceleration
Accelerating violently will greatly affect consumption and
emissions: acceleration should therefore be gradual and
should not exceed the maximum torque. Electric devices
Use electric devices only for the amount of time
needed. Rear heated window, additional headlights,
windscreen wipers and heater fan need a considerable
amount of energy, therefore increasing the requirement
of current increases fuel consumption (up to +25% in
the urban cycle).
Climate control system
The climate control system is an additional load which
greatly affects the engine leading to higher consumption
(on average up to +20%). When the temperature
outside the car permits it, use the air vents where
possible.
Devices for aerodynamic control
The use of non-certified devices for aerodynamic
control may adversely affect air drag and consumption
levels.
DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm the engine with the vehicle at a standstill or
at idle or high speed: under these conditions the engine
warms up much more slowly, increasing consumption and
emissions. It is therefore advisable to move off
immediately, slowly, avoiding high speeds. This way the
engine will warm faster.
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CRUISE CONTROL
(where provided) (green)
When the key is turned to the MAR-ON
position the warning light comes on but should
go out after a few seconds.
The warning light is lit up on the display by rotating the
Cruise Control selector wheel to ON. On certain
versions the dedicated message is displayed.
Ü
RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION
INDICATOR (green – blinking)
The warning light turns on when the direction
indicator control lever is moved upwards or,
together with the left indicator, when the hazard light
button is pressed.
D
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS (blue)
The warning light comes on when the main
beams are turned on.
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ASR system (where provided)
(amber)
Turning the ignition key to MAR-ON the
warning light on the dial turns on, but it should
go off after a few seconds. the LED on the ASR button
comes on when the system is turned off.
The warning light flashes when the ASR cuts in to notify
the driver that the system is adapting to the road
surface grip conditions.
Activation of the warning light together with the
message shown on the display and a buzzer also indicate
ASR system failure. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible in this case.
The messages shown on the display appear when the
ASR function is activated/deactivated manually (see
“ASR System” in the section on “Dashboard and
controls”).
In versions with an ASR system only, when it is turned
off (ASR OFF) the warning light stays on.
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POWER STEERING FAILURE (red)
Turning the ignition key to MAR-ON the
warning light on the dial turns on, but it should
go off after a few seconds.
If the warning light stays on together with the message
shown on the display and a buzzer, the power steering
is ineffective and the effort on the steering wheel
increases significantly even though the vehicle can be
steered. Contact a Fiat Dealership.
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F0N0830mfig. 182
F0N0829mfig. 183
CHANGING A BULB
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
❒When a light is not working, check that the
corresponding fuse is intact before changing a bulb.
For the location of fuses, refer to the paragraph
“If a fuse blows” in this section;
❒before changing a bulb check the contacts for
oxidation;
❒burnt bulbs must be replaced by others of the same
type and power;
❒always check the height of the headlight beam after
changing a bulb for safety reasons. CYLINDER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
To replace the bottle, proceed as follows:
❒press button A-fig. 183 to release the replacement
part;
❒fit the new cylinder and press until it is automatically
engaged.
Halogen bulbs must be handled holding
the metallic part only. Touching the
transparent part of the bulb with your
fingers may reduce the intensity of the light
emitted and even compromise the life of the bulb
itself. In the event of accidental contact, rub the
bulb with a cloth dampened with alcohol and let
it dry.
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F0N0078mfig. 184
Changes or repairs to the electrical
system (electric control units) carried
out incorrectly and without due consideration
for the technical specifications of the system
can lead to malfunctioning and generate a fire
hazard.
WARNING
Halogen lamps contain gas under
pressure. Their breaking can cause
scattering of glass fragments.
WARNING
C Tubular bulbs: release them from their contacts to
remove.
D-E Halogen bulbs: to remove the bulb, release the clip
holding the bulb in place.
IMPORTANT The headlight inner surface might be
slightly misted: this should not be considered irregular
rather a natural phenomenon due to low temperature
and the air humidity level. Misting will disappear as soon
as the headlights are turned on. The presence of drops
inside the headlights indicates infiltration of water.
Contact a Fiat Dealership.
BULB TYPES fig. 184
Various types of bulbs are fitted to your vehicle.
A Glass bulbs: clipped into position. Pull to extract.
B Bayonet type bulbs: to remove this type of bulb from
its holder, press the bulb and turn it anticlockwise.
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F0N0079mfig. 185F0N0080mfig. 186
To replace the main beam bulb, remove plug A-fig. 186.
To replace the dipped beam/side light bulb, remove plug
B-fig. 186.
To replace the direction indicator bulb, remove bulb
holder C-fig. 186.
After replacement, refit the covers correctly, ensuring
that they are locked in place.REPLACING EXTERIOR BULBS
For the type of bulb and power rating, see “Changing
a bulb”.
FRONT LIGHT CLUSTERS
The front light clusters contain sidelights, dipped beam,
main beam and direction indicator bulbs.
The bulbs are arranged inside the light cluster as
follows, fig. 185:
A direction indicators
B side lights/dipped beams (double light)
C main beam headlights
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F0N0082mfig. 187F0N0083mfig. 188
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒remove protective cover A-fig. 186 by turning it
anticlockwise;
❒disconnect the electrical connector A-fig. 188;
❒release the bulb holding clip B;
❒remove the bulb C and replace it;
❒fit the new bulb, ensuring that the outline of the
metal part coincides with the grooves on the curve
of the headlight. Then reconnect the bulb holder clip
A and reattach electrical connector B;
❒refit protective cover A-fig. 186 by turning it
clockwise, making sure to lock it correctly. SIDE LIGHTS
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒remove protective cover B-fig. 186 by turning
anticlockwise;
❒remove snap-fitted bulb holder A-fig. 187, remove
the bulb B and replace it;
❒refit the snap-fitted bulb holder A-fig. 187;
❒refit protective cover B-fig. 186 by turning it
clockwise, making sure to lock it correctly.
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