STARTING THE ENGINE
EMERGENCY STARTING
If the instrument panel warning light
Ystays on perma-
nently, contact a Fiat Dealership immediately.
JUMP STARTING fig. 150
If the battery is flat, the engine may be started using an aux-
iliary battery with an equal or slightly higher capacity than the
flat one. It is advisable to contact a Fiat Dealership so the bat-
tery can be checked/replaced.
IN AN EMERGENCY
In an emergency we recommend that you call the freephone number found in the Warranty Booklet. You can
also go to the www.fiat.com website to find your nearest Fiat Dealership.
This procedure must be performed by ex-
perts because incorrect actions may cause
considerable electrical discharge. Furthermore,
battery fluid is poisonous and corrosive: avoid con-
tact with skin and eyes. Keep naked flames and
lit cigarettes away from the battery. Do not cre-
ate sparks.
WARNING
Proceed as follows to start the car:
❒connect the positive terminals (+ sign near the termi-
nal) of the two batteries with a jump lead;
❒with a second lead, connect the negative terminal (–) of
the auxiliary battery to an earthing point Eon the en-
gine or the gearbox of the car to be started;
❒ start the engine;
❒when the engine has been started, follow the sequence
above in reverse order to remove the leads.
If after a few attempts the engine does not start, do not
keep trying but contact a Fiat Dealership.
fig. 150F0U00134m
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FUSE TABLE
Dashboard fuse box fig. 190
DEVICESFUSE AMPS
Right dipped beam headlight
Lift dipped beam headlight, headlamp alignment corrector
INT/A supply for switch coils on engine fuse box
and switch coils on body computer control unit
Front ceiling light, rear ceiling light, visor lights,
door marker lights, boot light, glove box light
Supply and battery for EOBD diagnostic plug, automatic climate
control system control unit, alarm, sound system, convergence control unit
INT supply for instrument panel, switch on brake pedal
(N.O. contact), third brake light
Door locking/unlocking motors, dead lock activation motors, boot
unlocking motor
Windscreen/rear window washer pump
Electric window motor on driver-side front door
Electric window motor on passenger-side front door
INT supply for dashboard control lights, parking control unit,
tyre pressure measurement control unit, electric wing mirror movement,
rain sensor, sunroof control unit, My Port infotelematic system socket,
electric rear view mirror
Instrument panel
INT supply for brake pedal switch (NC contact), clutch pedal switch,
interior heating unit, convergence control unit, sound system capabilities,
voltage stabiliser control unit, reverse light on rear bumper,
water sensor on diesel filter, glow plug heating control unit, airflow meter,
brake booster sensor, switch coils on engine compartment fuse box
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SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN
EURO 4/EURO 5 PETROL AND EURO 4 DIESEL VERSIONS
Thousands of kilometres 30 60 90 120 150 180
Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure if required
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction indicators,
hazard warning lights, boot, passenger compartment, glove box,
instrument panel warning lights, etc.)
Check operation of windscreen washer system and adjust nozzles
if necessary.
Check windscreen/rear window wiper blade position/wear
Check conditions and wear of front/rear disc brake pads
(for versions/markets where provided) and operation of pad wear indicator
Check condition and wear of rear drum brake linings
Visually inspect the conditions of: bodywork,
underbody protection, pipes and tubes
(exhaust – fuel – brakes), rubber parts (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.)
Check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks, and the cleanliness
and lubrication of linkages
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (brakes/hydraulic
clutch, windscreen washer, battery, engine coolant, etc.)
Check the handbrake lever stroke and adjust it, if necessary
Visually inspect the condition of accessory drive belt/s.
Visually inspect the condition of toothed timing belt
Check tension of accessory drive belt/s, and adjust if necessary
(versions 1.2 – 1.4 heated)
Check and, if necessary, adjust tappet clearance (1.2 8v – 1.4 8vversions)
Check exhaust gas emissions
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Thousands of kilometres 35 70 105 140 175
Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure if required
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction indicators, hazard warning lights,
boot, passenger compartment, glove box, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)
Check operation of windscreen washer system and adjust nozzles
if necessary
Check windscreen/rear window wiper blade position/wear
Check condition and wear of front disc brake pads and operation of pad
wear indicator
Check condition and wear of rear disc brake pads (1.6 Multijet versions)
Check condition and wear of rear drum brake linings (1.3 Multijet version)
Visually inspect the conditions of: bodywork, underbody protection,
pipes and tubes (exhaust - fuel - brakes), rubber parts (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.)
Check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks, as well as cleanliness and lubrication of linkages
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (brakes/hydraulic clutch, windscreen washer,
battery, engine coolant, etc.)
Check the handbrake lever stroke and adjust it, if necessary
Visually inspect the condition of accessory drive belts
Check emissions/fumes
Check engine management system operation (via diagnostic socket)
Replace accessory drive belt/s
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PLASTIC PARTS
It is advisable to clean interior plastic parts with a damp
cloth and a solution of water and non-abrasive mild soap.
To remove grease and tough stains, use products designed
specifically for cleaning plastics. These have no solvents
and have been designed so that they do not alter the ap-
pearance and colour of the components.
IMPORTANT Never use spirits or petroleum to clean the
instrument panel.
REAL LEATHER STEERING WHEEL/GEAR
LEVER KNOB
These components must be cleaned with mild soap and
water only.
Never use spirits and/or alcohol-based products.
Before using off-the-shelf products designed for cleaning
vehicle interiors, make sure that they do not contain spir-
its and/or alcohol-based substances.
If window cleaner accidentally drips onto the steering
wheel or gear lever knob, wipe away immediately and then
wash the affected area with mild soap and water.
IMPORTANT When arranging a steering wheel locking
device, be careful not to damage the leather upholstery. SEATS AND FABRIC PARTS
Remove dust with a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner. It is
advisable to use a damp brush on velvet upholstery.
Wipe the seats with a sponge soaked in a solution of mild
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The fabric upholstery of your car is designed
to withstand normal wear and tear for
a long time. Some precautions are needed
though. Avoid prolonged and/or excessive rubbing
against clothing accessories such as metal buckles
and Velcro strips which, by applying a high pressure
on the fabric in a small area, could cause some
threads to break, thereby damaging the upholstery.
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Installing electrical/electronic
devices ................................................ 124
– radio transmitters
and mobile phones ...................... 125
Installing the tow hook ...................... 157
Instrument panel ...................13-266-267
Interior lighting ................................... 68
Interiors (cleaning) ............................. 233
Internal equipment ............................. 74
Internal features .................................. 74
Isofix (child seat)
– capacity for installing child
seats ................................................ 138
– suitability for the child seats ...... 140
Jack
– usage ............................................... 178
– warnings ......................................... 177
Keys ...................................................... 5
– key with remote control ............ 6
– key without remote control ..... 9
– opening/closing doors remotely ... 6
– requesting additional remote
control keys .................................. 8
– replacing remote control
battery ............................................ 8
Knowing your vehicle.................. 3
Lights
(controls to switch on) ............ 61-71
Load limiters ........................................ 131
Long periods of inactivity .................. 160
Lubricant specifications ..........251-252Main beam headlights
– bulb replacement ......................... 190
– switching on .................................. 61
Main beam headlights
– bulb replacement ......................... 190
– flashing ............................................ 61
– switching on .................................. 61
Manual climate control ...................... 52
Maximum speeds ................................ 247
Mirrors
– rear-view ....................................... 44
– wing ................................................ 45
MSR system ......................................... 108
Multifunctional display ....................... 23
– setup menu .................................. 26
Nozzles
– windscreen/rear window/
headlamp washer ......................... 230
Number plate lights
– bulb replacement ......................... 194
Odometer ............................................ 15
On-board computer (trip) ................ 37
On-board instruments (panel) .......... 13
P
aintwork (maintenance) ................. 232
– bodywork colour plate ............... 236
Paintwork plate ................................... 236
ParafluUP
– checking levels and topping up ... 222
– specifications ................................. 252
Parking sensors ................................... 120
Particulate filter (DPF) ....................... 128Performance ........................................ 247
Pollen filter ........................................... 225
Protecting the environment ............. 127
– particulate filter (DPF) ................ 128
Protecting the environment ............. 127
Punctures
– changing a wheel .......................... 176
– Fix& Go automatic quick tyre
repair kit ........................................ 181
– general information ..................... 176
Quick tyre repair kit (Fix&Go) ....... 181
Radio transmitters and mobile
phones ................................................ 125
Raising the car
– with the jack ................................. 177
– with the lift arms .......................... 207
– with the workshop lift ................ 208
Rear ceiling lights ................................ 68
– bulb replacement ......................... 196
Rear fog light ....................................... 72
– bulb replacement ......................... 194
– switching on .................................. 72
Rear light clusters
– bulb replacement ......................... 193
Rear seats
– cleaning .......................................... 234
– headrests ....................................... 43
Rear window washer ......................... 65
– activating ........................................ 65
– checking levels and topping up ... 252
– nozzle ............................................. 231
Rear window wiper
– activating ........................................ 65
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RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSION
DASHBOARD
The presence and position of the controls, the instruments and the indicators may vary according to the versions.
F0U0531mfig. 221
1. Adjustable side air vents - 2. Fixed side air vents - 3. Left-hand lever: exterior lights control - 4. Instrument panel -
5. Right-hand lever: front and rear windscreen wiper controls, trip computer - 6. Controls on dashboard - 7. Ad-
justable central air vents - 8. Fixed upper air vent - 9. Front airbag, passenger side - 10. Glove compartment - 11. Sound
system (for versions/markets where provided) - 12. HVAC controls - 13. Ignition - 14. Front airbag, driver’s side -
15. Steering wheel adjustment lever - 16. Control panel: headlight position adjustment/digital display/multifunction dis-
play - 17. Light-guiding plate.
RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSION
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
Versions with digital display
A Speedometer
B Fuel level gauge with reserve
warning light
C Engine coolant temperature gauge
with overheating warning light
D Rev counter
E Digital display
Versions with
multifunction display
A Speedometer
B Fuel level gauge with reserve
warning light
C Engine coolant temperature gauge
with overheating warning light
D Rev counters
E Multifunction display
F0U0527mfig. 222
F0U0528mfig. 223
RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSION
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