2010 FIAT QUBO traction control

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DASHBOARD
The presence and position of controls, instruments and indicators may vary according to the versions.
1. Vent for directing air to the side windows 2. Adjustable air vent 3. Left-hand stalk: exterior lights 4. Instrument panel
and warning lights 5. Right-hand stalk: front and rear windscreen wipers, trip computer 6. Radio (for versions/markets,
where applicable) 7. Emergency light switch, heated rear window switch, ASR/Traction Plus on/off switch (for
versions/markets, where provided), rear swing door lock button (for versions/markets, where provided) 8. Passenger's air
bag (for versions/markets, where provided) 9. Glove box/oddment tray (for versions/markets, where provided)
10. Adjustable air vents 11. Heating/ventilation/climate control system controls 12. Glove compartment 13. Ignition
switch 14. Driver's air bag 15. Bonnet opening lever 16. Controls display: fog light/rear fog light/head light alignment
adjustment/display
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HILL HOLDER SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
It's integral to the ESP system. It automatically
activates with the following conditions:
❒uphill: vehicle stationary on a road with a gradient
higher than 5%, engine running, brake pedal
pressed and gearbox in neutral or gear other than
reverse;
❒downhill: vehicle stationary on a road with a
gradient higher than 5%, engine running, brake
pedal pressed and reverse gear engaged.
At pickup the ESP system control unit will keep
brake force on wheels until reaching the torque
suitable for starting, or in any case for max. 2
seconds in order to pass easily from the brake pedal
to the accelerator pedal.
When 2 seconds have elapsed, without any
departure having taken place, the system is
automatically deactivated, gradually releasing the
braking pressure. During this release stage, the
typical brake disengagement noise indicating that the
vehicle is going to move imminently will be heard.
Failure indications
IMPORTANT The Hill Holder system is not a parking
brake; therefore, never leave the vehicle without
having engaged the handbrake, turned the engine off
and engaged the first gear.WARNING
For the correct operation of the ESP and
A
SR systems, the tyres must be the
same make and type on all wheels, in perfect
condition and, above all, of the type, make and
size recommended.
ASR SYSTEM (Anti-Slip Regulation)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is a traction control system that cuts in
automatically every time one or both drive wheels
slip.
Depending on how slippery the road is, two different
control systems are activated:
❒if slipping involves both driving wheels, the ASR
function intervenes reducing the power
transmitted by the engine;
❒if the slipping only involves one of the drive
wheels, it intervenes automatically braking the
wheel that is slipping.
The action of the ASR system is especially useful in
the following conditions:
❒slipping of the inner wheel round bends due to
dynamic variations in the load of excessive
acceleration;
❒excessive power transmitted to the wheels, also in
relation to road surface conditions;
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❒acceleration on slippery, snowy or icy road
surfaces;
❒in the case of loss of grip on a wet surface
(aquaplaning).
WARNING
For the correct operation of the ESP and
A
SR systems, the tyres must be the
same make and type on all wheels, in perfect
condition and, above all, of the type, make and
size recommended.
MSR SYSTEM (engine drive regulation)
This is an integral part of the ASR system that, in the
event of a sudden gear down shift, cuts in and
provides torque to the engine thus preventing
excessive drive wheel drive which, especially in poor
grip conditions, can lead to a loss of stability.
Engagement/ disengagement of the ASR
system
The ASR system switches on automatically each time
the engine is started.
When travelling, the ASR can be switched off and on
again pressing button A fig. 90located among the
controls in the dashboard.The switching off is shown by the LED in the actual
switch coming on together with a message shown
in the multifunction display (for versions/markets,
where provided).
If the ASR is switched off when driving, it is
automatically switched on again when the vehicle is
started up.
When travelling on snowy roads with snow chains, it
may be helpful to turn the ASR off: in fact, in these
conditions, the driving wheels skidding when moving
off gives you better traction.
WARNING
Do not take unnecessary risks, even if
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our vehicle is fitted with this system.
Your driving style must always be suited to the
road conditions, visibility and traffic .
The driver is always responsible for road safety.
fig. 90F0T0317
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Traction Plus operation
The system is deactivated when starting up. To
activate the "Traction Plus" system, press the button
(T+ fig. 91): the LED on the button switches on.
The activation of the Traction Plus system involves
the following functions being switched on:
❒inhibition of the ASR function, in order to fully
exploit the engine torque;
❒the differential locking effect on the front axle,
through the braking system, to improve traction
on irregular grounds.
If the "Traction Plus" system is faulty, the "general
failure" instrument panel warning light
comes on
steady.
EOBD SYSTEM
The EOBD system (European On Board Diagnosis)
allows continuous diagnosis of emission-related
components on the vehicle. It also alerts the driver,
by turning on instrument panel warning light
(together with the relevant message in the
display, on some versions), when these components
are no longer in peak condition (see “Warning
lights and messages” section).
The aim of the system is to:
❒monitor system efficiency;
❒warn about increased emissions due to a vehicle
malfunction;
❒to warn of the need to replace deteriorated
components.
The system also has a connector that can be
interfaced with appropriate equipment, which makes
it possible to read the error codes stored in the
control unit, together with a series of specific
parameters for engine operation and diagnosis.
This check can also be carried out by traffic police.
IMPORTANT After resolving the problem, to check
the system completely, Fiat Dealerships are obliged
to run a bench test and, if necessary, road tests
which may call for a long journey.
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FUEL SYSTEM
Versions Fuel system
1.3 Multijet 75 HPElectronically controlled Common Rail Multijet direct injection with turbocharger and
intercooler
WARNING
Modifications or repairs to the fuel supply system that are not carried out properly or do not
tak
e the technical specifications of the system into account can cause malfunctions leading
to the risk of fire.
TRANSMISSION
Versions Gearbox Clutch Traction
1.3 Multijet 75 HPFive forward speed plus
reverse with synchronizers
for the engagement of the
forward speedsHydraulic drive Front
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Conditions of use ...................... 117
Controls........................................ 53
Coupling the tow ring............... 164
Cylinder replacement ............... 142
Dashboard ................................... 3
Dead lock ..................................... 8
Dead Lock .................................... 8
Dimensions ................................. 199
Dipped beam headlights ............ 45
Dipped/main beam
headlights (changing a bulb)... 147
Dipped/main beam
headlights ................................... 147
Direction indicators
(changing a bulb) .............. 147-149
Direction indicators ............ 46-147
– Left direction indicator
warning light .......................... 130
– Right-hand indicator
warning light .......................... 130
Door open .................................. 124
Doors (unlocking/locking) ........ 58
Double rear swing doors .......... 63
DPF (particulate filter) .............. 90
DPF (particulate trap)
cleaning underway warning
light ............................................. 125DPF (particulate trap)
(cleaning underway
warning light) ............................ 125
Driver's seat arm rest ................ 54
Driving style ................................ 116EBD fault warning light............ 123
EBD (fault warning light) .......... 123
EBD system .................................. 76
Emergency starting.................... 112
Engine bay fuse box ................... 156
Engine codes ............................... 190
Engine compartment fuse
box table .................................... 159
Engine coolant fluid ................... 174
Engine coolant fluid
(warning light)........................... 122
Engine coolant fluid warning
light ............................................. 122
Engine coolant temperature
gauge............................................ 14
Engine ........................................... 191
Engine marking ........................... 189
Engine oil ..................................... 173
Engine oil (low pressure
warning light) ............................ 123
EOBD system .............................. 81
ESP (system) ................................ 77ESP/Traction Plus fault
warning light.............................. 123
ESP/Traction Plus (fault
warning light) ............................ 123
Extending the boot .................... 66
Exterior light fault warning
light ............................................. 128
Exterior lights .............................. 45
Exterior lights (warning
light) ............................................ 128
Fiat CODE system .................... 5
Fiat CODE vehicle
protection system fault
warning light.............................. 127
Fiat CODE (vehicle
protection system fault
warning light) ............................ 127
Fix&Go automatic quick
tyre repair kit ........... 138-140-142
Flashing the headlights ............... 46
Fluids and lubricants.................. 205
Fog lights (changing a bulb)...... 148
Fog lights ................................ 54-148
– Warning light ......................... 129
Fog lights warning light ............. 129
Follow Me Home ........................ 47
Front airbags ............................... 105
– Front airbag driver's side .... 106
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