2011 FIAT STRADA warning

119
If alloy wheels are
purchased to replace
the steel wheels, we
suggest that you retain 4
original bolts for use only with
the spare wheel. There is a risk
of damaging the wheel hubs.
Indicate the presence
of the stationary
vehicle in accordance with
current regulations: hazard
warning lights, warning triangle
etc. Passengers should get out
of the vehicle and wait until
replacement is concluded,
avoiding the risk of traffic. If
you are on a slope or uneven
surface, place wedges or other
suitable objects under the
wheels to secure the vehicle.
WARNINGCHANGING A WHEEL
Bear in mind that:
– the mass of the jack is 2.9 kg;
– the jack requires no adjustment;
– the jack cannot be repaired. It
must be replaced with an original
part if damaged;
– no tool other than the cranking
device illustrated in this section
may be fitted on the jack.
Never start the engine
when the vehicle is
jacked up.If a trailer is used,
detach the trailer before
raising the vehicle.
WARNING

123
Modifications or repairs
to the electrical system
that are not carried out
correctly or do not take the
system’s technical
specifications into account can
cause malfunctions leading to
the risk of fire.
WARNING
Halogen bulbs contain
pressurised gas. Glass
shards may be projected if a
bulb breaks.
WARNING
Halogen bulbs must be
handled by holding the
metal part only. If the
transparent bulb is touched with
the fingers, its lighting intensity
is reduced and life of the bulb
may be compromised. In the
event of accidental contact,
wipe the bulb with a cloth
moistened with alcohol and let
the bulb dry.
Where possible, it is
advisable to have bulbs
changed at a Fiat
Dealership. The correct
operation and direction of the
exterior lights are absolutely
essential for the driving in safety
and compliance with law.
– Burnt bulbs must be replaced by
others of the same type and
power.
– Always check the direction of the
beam after changing a headlight
bulb, for reasons of safety.
TYPES OF BULBS
Various types of bulbs are fitted on
your vehicle fig. 119:
A. All-glass bulbs
These are press-fitted.
Pull to remove them.
B. Bayonet bulbs
To remove this type of bulb from
the holder, press the bulb and turn it
anticlockwise.
C. Cylindrical bulbs
Release from the contacts to
remove.
D-E. Halogen bulbs
Detach the locking spring from its
housing to remove the bulb.IF YOU NEED TO
REPLACE A BULB
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
– When a light is not working,
check that the corresponding fuse
is intact before replacing the bulb.
– For the location of fuses, refer to
the paragraph “If you blow a fuse”
in this section.
– Before changing a burnt bulb,
check the contacts for oxidation.

132
If a general protection
fuse (MEGA-FUSE,
MIDI-FUSE) is activated,
contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
Before replacing a fuse,
make sure that the
ignition key has been removed
and that all the other services
are switched off and/or
deactivated.
WARNING
If a general protection
fuse for safety systems
(airbag system, braking
system), power unit systems
(engine system, transmission
system) or steering system
blows, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
WARNING
Refer to the tables on the following
pages to identify the protective fuse.
Never replace a blown
fuse with metal wires or
other material.
If the replaced fuse
blows again, contact a
Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
Never replace a fuse
with another with a
higher amp rating; DANGER
OF FIRE.
WARNING

135
FUSE SUMMARY TABLE
Device protected No. Fuse Amps Location
F12
F13
F31
F32
F35
F37
F38
F39
F42
F43
F44
F47
F48
F49
F50
F51
F5315A
15A
7,5A
15A
10A
10A
20A
15A
7,5A
30A
20A
30A
30A
7,5A
7,5A
7,5A
10Afig. 143
fig. 143
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ARight dipped headlight
Left dipped headlight, headlight alignment corrector
Supply for reversing light, relay switch coils on engine compartment
fuse box, manual climate control system
+30 exterior lighting control supply
Brake light switch supply (NC signal)
Brake lights, instrument panel node
Central locking
+30 supply for roof light, glove compartment light, radio
ABS control unit
Windscreen wiper, two-way pump
Power socket - cigar lighter
Front left electric window
Front right electric window
+15 services supply for radio, electric mirrors, central and side
control panel lighting, electric mirror control lighting
Airbag system
+ supply for number plate lights, heater control lighting,
power socket – cigar lighter lighting, radio lighting
Direction indicators, hazard warning lights, instrument panel node

137
IF THE BATTERY
RUNS DOWN
First of all, you are advised to
consult the “Vehicle maintenance”
section, which contains a list of
precautions to prevent the battery
from running down and ensure long
battery life.
RECHARGING THE BATTERY
IMPORTANT The battery
recharging procedure is given for
information purposes only. You are
advised to contact a Fiat Dealership
to have this operation performed.
Charging should be slow at a low
ampere rating for approximately 24
hours. Charging for a longer time
may damage the battery.To recharge, proceed as follows:
– disconnect the negative battery
terminal;
– connect the charger cables to the
battery terminals, observing the
polarity;
– switch on the charger;
– when it is recharged, turn the
charger off before disconnecting it
from the battery;
– reconnect the negative battery
terminal.
Battery fluid is
poisonous and
corrosive: avoid contact with
skin and eyes. The battery
should be charged in a well
ventilated place, away from
naked flames or possible
sources of sparks: danger of
explosion and fire.
WARNING
Do not attempt to
charge a frozen battery:
it must be thawed first,
otherwise it may explode.
If freezing has occurred, the
battery should be checked by
skilled personnel to make sure
that the internal elements are
not damaged and that the
body is not cracked, with the
risk of leaking poisonous and
corrosive acid.
WARNING

138
IF THE VEHICLE
MUST BE RAISED
WITH THE JACK
See paragraph “If a tyre is
punctured”, in this section.
The jack is only to be
used for replacing
wheels on the vehicle with
which it is provided.Never use
the jack for other purposes, such
as lifting other vehicles. Never
use the jack to carry out
repairs under the vehicle.
WARNING
Incorrect positioning of
the jack may cause the
raised vehicle to fall. Do not
use the jack for loads greater
than that indicated on the jack
itself.
WARNINGBear in mind that:
– the jack requires no adjustment;
– the jack cannot be repaired; in the
event of a fault it must be replaced
by another original one;
– no tool other than the cranking
device illustrated in this section may
be fitted on the jack.

139
The vehicle must not be
raised from the rear
(lower part of bodywork or
suspension components) nor
must it be raised from the front
(gearbox casing).
WARNINGWITH WORKSHOP LIFT
Laterally
The vehicle must be raised with the
arm of the hydraulic lift positioned
as illustrated in fig. 146 and 147.
fig. 146
F0X0129m
fig. 147
F0X0130m
fig. 148
F0X0131m
WITH LIFT ARMS
The vehicle must be raised with the
ends of the arms in the lower points
in the bodywork as indicated in
fig. 148.
Make sure that the arms
of the lift do not put a
strain on the bodywork
or the side trim. Adjust the arms
of the lift correctly, and apply a
wooden or rubber block if
necessary.

140
Before towing, turn the
ignition key to MAR
and then to STOP without
extracting it. If the key is
removed, the steering lock will
activate automatically and it
will be impossible to steer the
wheels.
WARNING
The tow hook must be
used exclusively for
roadside assistance operations.
You are allowed to tow the
vehicle for short distances using
an appropriate device in
accordance with the highway
code (rigid bar), to move the
vehicle on the road in readiness
for towing or transport via a
breakdown vehicle. The tow
hook MUST NOT be used to
tow vehicles off the road or
where there are obstacles
and/or for towing operations
using cables or other non-rigid
devices. In compliance with 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
fig. 149
F0X0132m
IF THE VEHICLE
MUST BE TOWED
The vehicle can only be towed at the
front.
The tow hook is supplied with the
vehicle.
It is located in the tool bag.
How to attach the tow hook:
1) Take the tow hook.
2) Remove the cover on the front
bumper fig. 149, prising it up using
a screwdriver in the notch on the
cover.
3) Fully tighten the ring on the
threaded pin.