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PROCEDURE FOR
Proceed as follows:
❒engage the handbrake;
❒put the gear lever into neutral;
❒turn the ignition key to MAR-ON: the warning lights
mand Yon the instrument panel will turn on;
❒wait for the warning lights Yand mto turn off.
The hotter the engine is, the quicker this will happen;
❒press the clutch pedal all the way down without
touching the accelerator;
❒turn the ignition key to AVVas soon as the warning
light
mturns off. Waiting too long will waste the
work done by the glow plugs. Release the key 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 ENGINE
The vehicle is fitted with an electronic engine lock
device: if the engine fails to start, see the paragraph
“The Fiat CODE system” in section “Dashboard and
controls”.
STARTING AND DRIVING
It is dangerous to let the engine run in
enclosed spaces. The engine consumes
the oxygen and discharges carbon dioxide,
carbon monoxide and other toxic gases.
WARNING
In the first period of use, we recommend
avoiding excessive stress on the car (for
instance excessive acceleration, extended
travel at maximum speed, sudden 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 brake servo and
power steering are not operational until
the engine has been started, therefore much
effort than usual is required on the brake pedal
and steering wheel.
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If, when the ignition key is at MAR-ON the warning light
Yremains on together with warning light m, turn
the key to STOP and then back to MAR-ON; if the
warning lights remain on, try with the other keys
provided with the car.
IMPORTANT If the instrument panel warning light
Ystays on constantly, contact a Fiat Dealership
immediately.
IMPORTANT Never leave the ignition key on MAR-ON
when the engine is off.
The warning light mwill flash for
60 seconds after starting or during
prolonged cranking to indicate a fault with
the glow plug preheating system. Use the vehicle
normally if the engine starts, but contact Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible.
Remember that the brake servo and
power steering are not operational until
the engine has been started, therefore
more effort than usual is required on the brake
pedal and steering wheel.
Avoid jump starting the engine by
pushing, towing or driving downhill.
This could cause a flow of fuel into the
catalytic converter and damage it beyond repair.
HOW TO WARM UP THE ENGINE
AFTER IT HAS JUST STARTED
Proceed as follows:
❒drive off slowly, letting the engine turn at medium
speed. Do not accelerate abruptly;
❒do not demand maximum performance for the first
few kilometres. Wait until the engine coolant gauge
starts moving.STOPPING THE ENGINE
Turn the ignition key to STOP while the engine is idling.
IMPORTANT After a taxing drive, you should allow the
engine to “catch its breath” before turning it off by
letting it idle to allow the temperature in the engine
compartment to fall.
A quick burst on the accelerator before
turning off the engine serves absolutely
no practical purpose, it wastes fuel and is
damaging especially to turbocharged engines.
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F0N0073mfig. 159
HANDBRAKE fig. 159
The handbrake lever is located to the left side of the
driver’s seat. Pull the lever upwards to engage the
handbrake and ensure that the vehicle does not move.
Four or five notches are normally sufficient to brake the
vehicle on flat ground, while nine or ten may be
necessary on a steep slope with the vehicle loaded.
IMPORTANT If this is not the case, contact a Fiat
Dealership to have the handbrake adjusted.
When the handbrake lever is pulled up and the ignition
key is at
MAR-ON, the instrument panel warning light
xwill turn on. Proceed as follows to release the
handbrake:
❒slightly lift the handbrake and press the release
button
A;
❒keep button Apressed and lower the lever.
The warning light
xon the instrument panel will
turn off.
Press the brake pedal when carrying out this operation
to prevent the vehicle from moving accidentally.
IMPORTANT Apply the handbrake lever only when
the vehicle is at a standstill or with the vehicle in
motion only in the event of a fault in the hydraulic
system. If exceptional use is made of the handbrake
with the vehicle in motion, moderate traction is
advisable in order not to cause locking of the rear end
with consequent swerving of the vehicle.
PARKING THE VEHICLE
Proceed as follows:
❒stop the engine and engage the handbrake;
❒engage a gear (on a slope, engage first gear if the
vehicle is faced uphill or reverse if it is faced
downhill) and leave the wheels steered.
If the vehicle is parked on a steep slope, it is advisable
to block the wheels with a wedge or stone. Do not
leave the key in the ignition switch to prevent draining
the battery. Always remove the key when you leave
the vehicle.
Never leave children unattended in
the vehicle. Always remove the ignition
key when leaving the vehicle and take it out
with you.
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IMPORTANT For versions with right and left side flaps,
it is advisable to reposition the release lever in the
closed position before lowering the sides.
LOAD ADVICE
The Fiat Ducato version used by you has been designed
and type approved on the basis of certain maximum
weights (see “Weights” table in the “Technical Data”
section): kerb weight, payload, total weight, maximum
weight on front axle, maximum weight on rear axle,
towable weight.
Each of these must be strictly observed
and MUST NEVER BE EXCEEDED in
any case. In particular, ensure that you never
exceed the maximum permitted weights on the
front and rear axles when arranging the load on
the vehicle (particularly if the vehicle is
equipped with a specific trim level).
WARNING
IMPORTANT The maximum permitted load on the
floor fastenings is 500 kg; the maximum permitted load
on the side panel is 150 kg.
Irregular trajectories and abrupt braking
may cause sudden movements of the
load with consequent situations of hazard for
the driver and passengers: before setting off,
secure the load tightly using the appropriate
hooks on the floor and use steel cables, ropes
or chains strong enough to hold the items to be
secured.
WARNING
If a vehicle is parked on a very steep
gradient or with a side gradient, opening
the rear door or side door could cause any
unsecured items to emerge suddenly.
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WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
GENERAL WARNINGS
The turning on of the warning light is accompanied by
a specific message and/or buzzer sound where provided
by instrument panel. These indications are brief and
precautionary and as such must not be considered as
exhaustive and/or an alternative to the information
contained in the Owner Handbook, which you are
recommended to read carefully in all cases. Always refer
to the information in this chapter in the event of
a failure indication.
IMPORTANT Failure indications displayed are divided
into two categories: very serious and less serious
failures.
Very serious failures prompt a prolonged cycle of
signals.
Less serious failures prompt a shorter cycle of signals.
Press MODE to stop the warning cycle in both cases.
The instrument panel warning light will stay on until the
cause of the failure is eliminated.
For messages relevant to the versions equipped with
Dualogic gearbox, see the attached Supplement.
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
If the warning light xturns on when
travelling (on certain versions together
with the message on the display) stop the car
immediately and contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
LOW BRAKE FLUID LEVEL (red)
HANDBRAKE ENGAGED (red)
When the key is turned to the MAR-ON
position the warning light comes on but should
go out after a few seconds.
Low brake fluid level
The warning light comes on when the level of the brake
fluid in the reservoir falls below the minimum level due
to a possible leak in the circuit.
On some versions the display shows the dedicated
message.
x
Handbrake engaged
The warning light turns on when the handbrake is
engaged.
On certain versions, if the vehicle is moving the buzzer
will also sound.
IMPORTANT If the warning light turns on when
travelling, check that the handbrake is not engaged.
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F0N0075mfig. 163F0N0076mfig. 164
STARTING THE ENGINE
EMERGENCY STARTING
Go to a Fiat Dealership immediately if instrument panel
warning light
Yremains on constantly.
JUMP STARTING fig. 163-164
If the battery is flat, the engine may be started using an
auxiliary battery with the same capacity or a little higher
than the flat one. It is advisable to contact a Fiat
Dealership to check/replace the battery.
IN AN EMERGENCY
In an emergency we recommend that you call the freephone number found in the Warranty Booklet.
You can go to our web site at www.fiat.com to find the Fiat Dealership nearest to you.
This procedure must be performed by
expert personnel because incorrect
actions may cause electrical discharge of
considerable intensity. Furthermore, battery
fluid is poisonous and corrosive: avoid contact
with your skin and eyes. Keep naked flames
away from the battery. No smoking. Do not
cause sparks.
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F0N0241mfig. 198
REAR FOG LIGHTS (Heavy Van)
To change the bulb proceed as follows:
❒take up position at the rear of the side bumper;
❒unscrew the lower fastening A between the central
and side bumpers fig. 198;
❒after removing the tail-light, unscrew upper
fastening B;
❒unscrew both fastenings C-fig. 199 on the side of the
accessible rear swing door and open the door
slightly;
❒unscrew the three side fastenings D on the panel
side, accessible after removing the side mounting
fig. 199. To remove the moulding, undo the three
lower self-tapping screws and undo the pins with
care to avoid breaking them. If you break one or
more pins, they will have to be replaced;
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F0N0242mfig. 199
F0N0243mfig. 200
❒remove the bulb holder;
❒turn bulb holder E anticlockwise (1/8 of a turn),
remove the bayonet bulb by pushing gently and
turning anticlockwise, then replace fig. 200.
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FUSE SUMMARY TABLE
Dashboard fuse box fig. 210-211
USERSFUSE AMPERE
Right dipped beam headlight F12 7,5
Left dipped beam headlight, headlight alignment corrector F13 7,5
Engine compartment control unit relay, instrument panel control unit relay (+key) F31 7,5
Minibus interior lights (emergency) F32 10
Rear power socket F33 15
AbsentF34 –
Reversing lights, Servotronic control unit, water in diesel filter sensor, (+key) F35 7,5
Central locking control unit (+battery) F36 15
Brake light control (main), third brake light, instrument panel (+key) F37 7,5
Instrument panel control unit relay (+battery) F38 10
EOBD socket, Radio, A/C control, Alarm, Tachograph,
Webasto timer (+battery) F39 10
Left heated rear window, driver side mirror demister F40 15
Right heated rear window, passenger side mirror demister F41 15
ABS, ASR, ESP, Brake light control (secondary) (+key) F42 7,5
Windscreen washer (+key) F43 30
Cigar lighter, Front power socket F44 20
Controls on driver’s side door, Controls on passenger side door F45 7,5
AbsentF46 –
Driver’s side electric window F47 20
Passenger side electric window F48 20
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