2010 FIAT PUNTO EVO tow

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AIRBAG FAILURE (red)
When the ignition key is moved to MAR position,
the warnintg light turns on but should go off af-
ter a few seconds.
The warning light stays on constantly if there is a failure
in the airbag system. A specific message is displayed on cer-
tain versions.
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If the warning light ¬does not come on
when turning the key to MAR or stays on
during car travel, a failure may be present in the
restraint systems. If this is the case, the airbags
or pretensioners may not be deployed after an im-
pact or, in a minor number of cases, they may be
deployed accidentally. Contact a Fiat Dealership
immediately to have the system checked before
driving off.
WARNING
A problem with the warning light ¬(light
off) is indicated by the warning light “,
which indicates the front passenger airbag is de-
activated, flashing for more than the usual four
seconds.
WARNING
OVERHEATED ENGINE COOLANT
(red)
When the ignition key is moved to MAR position,
the warnintg light turns on but should go off after a few
seconds. The warning light turns on when the engine is
overheated. If the warning light comes on, proceed as fol-
lows:
❒when driving normally: stop the car, switch off the en-
gine and check that the water level in the reservoir is
not below the MIN mark. If it is not, wait for a few min-
utes for the engine to cool down then slowly and care-
fully open the cap, top-up with coolant and check that
the level is between the MIN and MAX marks. Also
visually check for leaks. Go to a Fiat Dealership if the
warning light comes on again when the engine is next
started.
❒if the vehicle is used under demanding conditions (e.g.
towing trailers uphill or fully loaded): slow down and,
if the light stays on, stop the car. Stop for 2 or 3 min-
utes with the engine running and slightly accelerated to
assist better coolant circulation. Then switch the en-
gine off. Check correct fluid level as described above.
IMPORTANT On particularly demanding journeys, it is ad-
visable to keep the engine on and slightly accelerated for
a few minutes before switching it off.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
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Use your hazard lights, warning triangle,
etc to show that your car is stationary.
Passengers should get out of the car, particularly
if it is heavily loaded, and wait for the wheel to be
changed away from the traffic. Apply the hand-
brake.
WARNING
The spare wheel provided is specifically for
your vehicle. Therefore, it must not be
used on different models and you should not use
spare wheels from other models on your vehicle.
The wheel bolts are specific for your vehicle: do
not use them on different models and do not use
bolts from other models on your car.
WARNING
IMPORTANT Do not directly connect the negative ter-
minals of the two batteries: sparks could ignite explosive
gas released from the battery. If the auxiliary battery is
installed on another vehicle, prevent accidental contact be-
tween metallic parts of the two vehicles.
IMPORTANT For cars with Start&Stop system, in case
of starting by booster battery, refer to "Knowing your car"
chapter, paragraph "Start&Stop system".
BUMP STARTING
Never bump start the engine by pushing, towing or driving
downhill. This could cause fuel to flow into the catalytic
converter and damage it beyond repair.
IMPORTANT Remember that the brake booster and the
power steering system are not active until the engine is
started, so you will need to apply much more force to
the brake pedal or steering wheel.CHANGING A TYRE
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Wheel changing and correct use of the jack and spare
wheel call for some precautions, as listed below.
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REFITTING THE STANDARD WHEEL
Following the procedure described previously, raise the
car and remove the spare wheel.
Versions with steel rims
Proceed as follows:
❒make sure the contact surfaces between standard wheel
and hub are clean so that the fastening bolts will not
come loose;
❒fit the standard wheel by inserting the first bolt two
threads into the hole closest to the inflation valve;
❒fit the hub cap by aligning the crescent hole with the
bolt you have fitted, then insert the other 3 bolts;
❒using the wrench provided, tighten the fastening bolts;
❒lower the car and remove the jack;
❒using the wrench provided, fully tighten the bolts in
the sequence shown previously.Versions with alloy rims
Proceed as follows:
❒place the wheel onto the hub and tighten the bolts us-
ing the wrench provided;
❒lower the car and remove the jack;
❒using the wrench provided, fully tighten the bolts in
the sequence shown previously.
After tyre replacement
❒stow the spare wheel in the space provided in the boot;
❒ put the jack back in its container partially open by forc-
ing it slightly against the container walls to prevent it
from rattling around when travelling;
❒put the tools back into their places in the container;
❒stow the container, complete with tools, inside the
spare wheel;
❒tighten the tool container locking device;
❒refit the boot carpet or the cargo box (for versions/
markets where provided).
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F0U0139mfig. 156
QUICK TYRE REPAIR KIT -
FIX & GO automatic
The Fix & Go automatic quick tyre repair kit is located in
the boot.
The kit fig. 156 includes:
❒a canister A, containing sealant, which is fitted with:
– filler tube B;
– an adhesive label C with the message “max. 80 km/h”
to be placed where the driver can easily see it (on
the dashboard) after repairing the tyre;
❒instruction brochure (see fig. 157), to be used for
prompt and proper use of the quick repair kit and then
presented to the personnel charged with handling the
treated tyre;
❒compressor D-fig. 156 including gauge and connections;
❒a pair of protective gloves located in the side part of the
compressor;
❒ adapters for inflating different elements.
You can also find the screwdriver and tow hitch in the
quick repair kit container (stored in the boot under the
carpet).
F0U0140mfig. 157
Hand over the instruction booklet to the
personnel charged with treating the tyre
repaired with the kit.
WARNING
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F0U0526mfig. 173/b
❒loosen the fixing screws C and remove the headlamp;
❒remove the bulb A-fig.173/b by rotating it counter-
clockwise and disconnect the electrical connector.
F0U0280mfig. 172
Side fig. 172
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒slide the lens A towards the front of the car to press
in the internal catch B, then pull the unit outwards;
❒turn the bulb holder C anti-clockwise, extract bulb D
and replace it;
❒refit the bulb holder C into the lens by turning it clock-
wise;
❒refit the unit making sure the internal catch B clicks in-
to place.
FRONT FOG LIGHTS
(for versions/markets where provided)
To replace the bulb:
❒loosen the screw A-fig.173/a and remove the protec-
tion template B;
C
AC
B
C
F0U0525mfig. 173/a
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– Boot fuse box fig. 194
DEVICESFUSE AMPS
Sunroof opening system
Alarm system management control unit
Spare
Spare
Electric lumbar movement on driver’s seat
Spare
Electric windows system (motor, control unit) on right-hand door
Spare
Driver’s seat heater control unit
Tow hook system (capability for after-sale fuse assembly)
Boot socket
Electric windows system (motor, control unit) on left-hand door
TPMS (tyre pressure monitoring system) control unit
Front passenger seat heater control unit
Spare
Spare
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TOWING THE CAR
The tow ring provided with the car is housed in the tool
box under the boot carpet.
fig. 197aF0U0179m
F0U0180mfig. 197b
FASTENING THE TOW RING fig. 197a-197b
Proceed as follows:
❒release the cap A;
❒take the tow ring B from its support;
❒fully tighten the ring on the rear or front threaded pin.
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The brake booster and power steering will
not work while the vehicle is being towed.
You will therefore need to apply more force to the
brake pedal and steering wheel. Do not use bendy
cables for towing and avoid jerking. Make sure not
to damage parts in contact with the car while tow-
ing. When towing the vehicle, be sure to respect
the specific rules of the highway code specifical-
ly in relation to the towing device and the be-
haviour to maintain on the road.
WARNING
Clean the threaded housing throughly be-
fore fastening the tow ring. Make sure that
the ring is securely fastened before towing the car.
WARNING
During towing, do not start up the engine.
WARNING
Before towing, switch off the steering lock
(see “Ignition” in the “Dashboard and con-
trols” section). The brake booster and power
steering will not work while the vehicle is being
towed. You will therefore need to apply more
force to the brake pedal and steering wheel. Do
not use bendy cables for towing and avoid jerking.
Make sure not to damage parts in contact with
the car while towing. Respect the rules of the high-
way code when towing the car, specifically in re-
lation to the towing device and road conduct.
WARNING
The front and rear tow hooks should be
used only for emergency operations on the
road. You are allowed to tow the car for short dis-
tances using an appropriate device in accordance
with the highway code (a rigid bar), to move the
vehicle on the road in readiness for towing or
transporting via a breakdown vehicle. Tow hooks
MUST NOT be used to tow vehicles off the road
or where there are obstacles and/or for towing op-
erations using cables or other non-rigid devices.
Respecting the above conditions, towing must
take place with the two vehicles (one towing, the
other towed) aligned as much as possible along
the same centre line.
WARNING
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