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WARNING
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MESSAGES
EBD SYSTEM
FAILURE (red)
(amber)
The turning on at the same time of
warning lights
xand >with the
engine running indicates an EBD system
failure or that the system is unavailable;
in this case heavy braking may cause the
rear wheels to lock before time, with
the possibility of skidding. Drive with the
utmost care to the nearest Fiat
Dealership to have the system checked.
x>
SEAT BELTS NOT FAS-
TENED (red)
The warning light on the dial
turns on glowing steadily with vehicle sta-
tionary and driver’s seat belt not fastened
correctly. The warning light will turn on
flashing together with the buzzer when,
with vehicle moving, the front seat belts
are not fastened correctly. Certain ver-
sions are fitted with a display above the
driving mirror that indicates by two
warning lights that driver’s or passenger’s
seat belt are not fastened.
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INJECTION SYSTEM
FAILURE
(amber)
Under normal conditions, turn-
ing the ignition key to M, the warning
light turns on but it should go off after
engine starting.
If the warning light stays on or turns on
when travelling, means a fault in the igni-
tion system which could cause possible
lack of performance, poor handling and
high consumption levels.
In these conditions it is possible to con-
tinue driving without however requiring
heavy effort or high speed from the
engine. In any case, contact Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible.
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WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGESSTOP (red)
It turns on simultaneously
with any warning light. ABS SYSTEM FAILURE
(amber)
Turning the ignition key to M
the warning light turns on, but it should
go off after few seconds.
The warning light turns on when the sys-
tem is inefficient or unavailable. In this
case the braking system keeps its effec-
tiveness unchanged, but without the
potential offered by the ABS system.
Caution is advisable and it is necessary
to contact Fiat Dealership.
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FRONT PASSENGER’S
AIR BAG
DEACTIVATED (amber)
Warning light
“comes on when front
passenger’s air bag is deactivated.
With front passenger’s air bag on, turn-
ing the ignition key to M, warning light
“comes on steadily for about 4 seconds, it
flashes for other 4 seconds and then it
shall go off.Warning light
“indicates
also warning light ¬fail-
ures. This is indicated by intermittent
flashing, over 4 seconds, of warning
light
“. In this event warning light ¬indicates that there could be a failure
in safety systems. Contact Fiat Deal-
ership immediately to have the sys-
tem checked.
WARNING
STOP
If the warning light lights up:
stop, park the car, take out
the starting key and seek advice from
the Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
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MESSAGES
K
FUEL RESERVE
(amber)
Turning the ignition key to M
the warning light turns on, but it should
go off after few seconds.
When the warning light lights up, go to a
service station to refuel.
IMPORTANT The warning light flashes
to indicate a failure, contact Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible to have
the system checked.
REAR FOG LIGHTS
(amber)
The warning light turns on
when the rear fog lights are turned on.
4
GENERIC FAILURE
INDICATION
(amber)
This warning light starts flashing to indi-
cate a non-serious failure. It turns on
glowing steadily to indicate a serious fail-
ure. In any case the relevant message will
be displayed.
Contact Fiat Dealership according to the
seriousness of the indication.
If the level of the diesel additive to the
anti-particulate filter (DPF version) is at
the minimum level: the warning light
switches on together with an acoustic
warning and a message on the display.
Contact Fiat Dealership.
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ESP SYSTEM FAILURE
(amber)
Turning the ignition key to M
the warning light turns on, but it should
go off after few seconds.
If the warning light flashes, it signals an
avoided slipping of the wheels. In this
case the system optimises the drive and
it allows the improvement of the direc-
tional stability of the vehicle. If the warn-
ing light remains lit (led on the ESP
OFFbutton – switched off) it signals a
system dysfunction. In this case check
the tyre pressure and/or seek advice
from the Fiat Dealership. If the warning
light remains lit (led on the ESP OFF
button switched on) it signals the deacti-
vation of the system.
Notethe flashing of the warning light
during transit indicates the operation of
the ESP system.
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MESSAGES
BRAKE PAD WEAR
(amber)
The warning light on the dial
turns on if the front brake pads are
worn; in this case have them changed as
soon as possible.
d
REAR PNEUMATIC
SUSPENSIONS (red)
(where provided)
The warning light flashes when
an abnormal difference between the
detected height limit and that which is
recommended. In this case: with auto-
matic regulation, drive slowly (approx.
10 km/h) until the warning light switches
off. With manual regulation, return to
the recommended height limit which has
remained blocked high or low.
The warning light remains lit upon the
starting of the engine or during transit
when abnormal pneumatic compensa-
tion occurs. In this case: it is important
to stop and seek advice from the Fiat
Dealership.
…
FRONT FOG LIGHTS
(green)
The warning light turns on
when the front fog lights are turned on.
5
MAIN BEAM
HEADLIGHTS (blue)
The warning light turns on
when the main beams are
turned on.
1
LEFT-HAND
DIRECTION INDICATOR
(green - intermittent)
The warning light turns on when the
direction indicator control lever is
moved downwards or, together with the
right indicator, when the hazard warning
light button is pressed.
F
RIGHT-HAND
DIRECTION INDICATOR
(green - intermittent)
The warning light turns on when the
direction indicator control lever is
moved upwards or, together with the
left indicator, when the hazard warning
light button is pressed.
D
DIPPED HEADLAMPS
(green)
The warning light lights up ac-
tivating the dipped headlamps.
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INDICATIONS AND WARNING LIGHTS ON DISPLAY
Indication
CRUISE
CONTROL
SPEED
RESTRICTOR
GLOW PLUG
WARMING
WATER IN
DIESEL FUEL
FILTER
SCHEDULED
SERVICINGWarning
light
By turning the key to the Mposition, the warning light lights up, but it must switch itself off af-
ter a few seconds. The warning light lights up when the Cruise Control is activated.
The warning light lights up when the speed restrictor is activated.
Turning the ignition key to Mthe warning light turns on and it will turn off when glow plugs
reach the preset temperature. Start the engine immediately after warning light switching off.
IMPORTANT With hot ambient temperature, warning light stays on for very short time.
Turning the ignition key to Mthe warning light turns on, but it should go off after few sec-
onds. The warning light turns on when there is water in the diesel fuel filter.
m
The presence of water in the fuel circuit may cause serious damage to the
entire injection system and cause irregular engine operation. If the warning
light turns on, contact Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have the sys-
tem relieved. If the above indications come on immediately after refuelling,
water has probably been poured into the tank: turn the engine off immediately and
contact Fiat Dealership.
Turning the ignition key to M, the warning light turns on, but it should go off after few sec-
onds. The warning light turns on when a scheduled servicing operation is to be carried out.
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ENGINE STARTING ........................................................... 134
IF A TYRE IS PUNCTURED .............................................. 135
QUICK TYRE REPAIR KIT FIX & GO ............................. 138
WHEN NEEDING TO CHANGE A BULB ................... 139
IF AN EXTERIOR BULB BURNS OUT .......................... 141
IF AN INTERIOR BULB BURNS OUT ........................... 145
IF A FUSE BLOWS ............................................................... 146
IF THE BATTERY IS FLAT ................................................. 151
TOWING THE VEHICLE ................................................... 152
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In an emergency we recommend that you call the toll-free number found on the
Warranty Booklet. You can also connect to the site www.fiat.com
to search for the nearest Fiat Dealership point
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ENGINE
STARTING
JUMP STARTING fig. 1
If the battery is flat, it is possible to start
the engine using an auxiliary battery with
the same capacity or a little higher than
the flat one.
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IN AN
EMERGENCY
Proceed as follows:
❒Connect positive terminals (+near the
terminal) 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 engine or the
gearbox of the vehicle to be started;
❒ Start the engine;
❒ When the engine has been started, re-
move the leads reversing the order
above.
If after a few attempts the engine does not
start, do not insist but contact the near-
est Fiat Dealership.IMPORTANT Do not directly connect the
negative terminals of the two batteries:
sparks could ignite the flammable gas from
the battery. If the other battery is fitted in
another vehicle, prevent accidental con-
tacts between the metal parts of the two
vehicles.
BUMP STARTING
Never bump start the engine (by pushing,
towing, or coasting downhill) as this could
cause fuel to flow into the catalytic ex-
haust system and damage it beyond repair.
IMPORTANT Remember that the brake
booster and the power steering system
are not operating until the engine is start-
ed, a greater effort will therefore be re-
quired to press the brake pedal or to turn
the steering wheel.
fig. 1F0P0186m
The starting procedure must
be carried out by qualified
personnel because incorrect opera-
tions may cause electrical discharge of
considerable intensity. The liquid con-
tained in the battery is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with the skin
and eyes. Keep naked flames and light-
ed cigarettes away from the battery
and do not cause sparks.
WARNING
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IN AN
EMERGENCY
IF A TYRE
IS PUNCTURED
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Wheel changing and correct use of the
jack and spare wheel call for some pre-
cautions as listed below.
Alert other drivers that the
vehicle is stationary in com-
pliance with the regulations in force:
hazard warning lights, warning trian-
gle etc. Any passengers on board
should leave the vehicle, especially if
it is heavily laden. Passengers should
stay away from oncoming traffic
while the wheel is being changed on.
Pull the handbrake.
WARNING
Before starting to change
the wheel, deactivate the
pneumatic suspension system (where
provided). See paragraph “Pneumat-
ic suspensions” in this section.
WARNING
The spare wheel is specific to
your vehicle, do not use it on
other models, or use the spare wheel
of other models on your vehicle.
Wheel bolts are specific to your vehi-
cle: do not use them on other models
and do not use bolts of other models.
WARNING
Have the punctured wheel
repaired and refitted as soon
as possible. Do not grease the threads
of bolts before installing them: they
might slip out.
WARNING
The jack shall only be used
for changing wheels on the
vehicle with which it is provided or on
vehicles of the same model. It must
not be used for other purposes such
as for instance raising vehicles of oth-
er models. In no case should it be used
for repairs under the vehicle. Incor-
rect positioning of the jack may cause
the jacked vehicle to fall. Do not use
the jack for higher capacities than
stated on its label.
WARNING
Fasten the wheel cap cor-
rectly to prevent the wheel
from coming free in motion.
Never tamper with the inflation
valve. Never place tools between the
rim and tyre. Check and restore, if re-
quired, the pressure of tyres and
spare wheel to the values given in sec-
tion “Technical Specifications”.
WARNING
Please note:
❒ the jack weight is 1.76 kg;
❒ the jack requires no adjustment;
❒ the jack cannot be repaired. If it breaks
it must be replaced with a new jack;
❒ no tool other than its cranking device
may be fitted on the jack.
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