2011 FIAT STRADA ignition

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HOW TO WARM THE
ENGINE WHICH HAS JUST
STARTED
– Drive off slowly, letting the engine
turn at medium revs. Do not
accelerate abruptly.
– Do not demand maximum
performance for the first few
kilometres. Wait until the engine
coolant temperature gauge starts
moving.EMERGENCY 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.
Remember that the
brake servo and power
steering are not operational
until the engine has been
started, so you need to apply
much more force than usual to
the brake pedal and steering
wheel.
WARNING
TO STOP THE ENGINE
Turn the ignition key to STOP while
the engine is idling.
A quick burst on the
accelerator before
turning off the engine
serves absolutely no practical
purpose; it wastes fuel and is
especially damaging to
turbocharged engines.
IMPORTANT After a taxing drive,
you should allow the engine to
“catch its breath” before turning it
off by letting it idle to allow the
temperature in the engine
compartment to fall.

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PARKING
Stop the engine, engage the
handbrake, engage 1st gear uphill or
reverse downhill and leave the
wheels steered towards the edge of
the road or the pavement. If the
vehicle is parked on a steep slope, it
is advisable to block the wheels with
a wedge or stone.
Do not leave the ignition key at
MAR because this drains the battery.
Always extract the key when getting
out of the vehicle.
Never leave children
alone in the unattended
vehicle.
WARNING
HANDBRAKE fig. 105
The handbrake lever is located
between the front seats.
Pull the lever upwards to engage the
handbrake and ensure that the
vehicle does not move.When the handbrake is on and the
ignition key is at MAR, the x
warning light on the instrument
panel switches on.
To release the handbrake:
1) Slightly lift the handbrake and
press release button A.
2) Hold down the button and lower
the lever. The xwarning light
switches off.
Depress the brake pedal when
carrying out this operation to
prevent the vehicle from moving
accidentally.
The vehicle must be
secured after several
clicks of the lever. If this is not
the case, contact a Fiat
Dealership to have it adjusted.
WARNING
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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 The brake servo and
power steering are not operational
until the engine has been started, so
you need to apply much more force
than usual to the brake pedal and
steering wheel.IF A TYRE IS
PUNCTURED
General instructions
To use the jack and
space-saver wheel
correctly, some
precautions are necessary,
described below.
Never use a quick
battery charger to start
the engine as this could
damage the electronic systems,
particularly the ignition and fuel
supply control units.
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. 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. Do not
grease the threads of bolts
before fitting them: they might
slip out.
WARNING
This procedure must be
performed by expert
personnel as incorrect actions
may cause high-intensity
electrical discharge.
Furthermore, battery fluid is
poisonous and corrosive: avoid
contact with skin and eyes.
Keep naked flames and lit
cigarettes away from the
battery. Do not create sparks.
WARNING

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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

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Device protected No. Fuse Amps Location
F00
F01
F02
F03
F04
F06
F07
F08
F10
F11
F14
F15
F16
F17
F18
F19
F20
F21
F23
F24
F3060A
70A
40A
20A
50A
30A – 40A (*)
40A – 60A (*)
40A
15A
15A
10A
10A
7,5A
10A
7,5A
7,5A
20A
15A
15A
10A
15A
Plug preheating
Dashboard fuse box - basic
Dashboard fuse box - optional
Ignition switch
Anti-slip system
Single speed – Radiator fan first speed
Single speed – Radiator fan second speed
Climate control fan
Horn
Speedometer generator, canister solenoid valve, preheating
control unit, secondary loads, engine management system
Right main beam headlight
Left main beam headlight
Engine management control unit, engine management
system relay switch, engine cooling system remote control switch
Engine management control unit (supply), diesel pump solenoid
valve unit
Engine management control unit
Climate control compressor
Heated filter
Fuel pump, cut-off system
Additional headlights
Ignition-operated +15 positive pole
Fog lights
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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
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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.

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Exterior plastic parts should be
cleaned in the same way as the rest
of the vehicle. Where possible, do
not park the vehicle under trees; the
resinous substances released by
many species give the paint a dull
appearance and increase the
possibility of corrosion.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings must
be washed off immediately and
thoroughly, as the acid they contain
is particularly aggressive.Windows
To clean windows, use specific
cleaning products.
Use clean cloths to avoid scratching
the glass or damaging the
transparency.
Engine compartment
At the end of each winter,
thoroughly wash the engine
compartment, taking care to avoid
spraying the water jet directly onto
the electronic control units or the
fuse box on the left side of the
engine compartment (driving
direction).
Have this operation performed at a
specialised workshop.
IMPORTANT Washing should take
place with the engine cold and the
ignition key removed.
After the washing operation, make
sure that the various protections
(e.g. rubber caps and guards) have
not been removed or damaged.
Detergents cause water
pollution. The vehicle
should be washed in
areas equipped for collecting
and purifying the liquid used in
the washing process.
Some car washes with
old-style blades and/or
in a poor state of repair
can damage the paintwork,
facilitating the formation of
lines that give the paint a
dull/misty appearance,
especially on dark colours.
If this happens, lightly polish the
paintwork with appropriate
products.
Dry the less visible parts, such as the
door frames, bonnet and the
headlight frames with special care, as
in these areas water may stagnate
more easily.
It is a good idea to leave the vehicle
outdoors for a while after washing it
to give the water time to evaporate.
Do not wash the vehicle after it has
been left in the sun or with the
bonnet hot: this may alter the shine
of the paintwork.

Fog lights
- bulb replacement................................................................... 127
- control ..................................................................................... 74
Follow me home system ............................................................. 71
Footboards..................................................................................... 89
Front ceiling light ......................................................................... 76
- bulb replacement ................................................................. 130
Front roof lights
- bulb replacement ................................................................. 130
- control ................................................................................... 76
Fuel cut-off switch ...................................................................... 75
Fuel level indicator gauge ........................................................... 27
Fuel tank cap.................................................................................. 103
Fuel
- fuel cap ................................................................................... 103
- fuel cut-off ............................................................................. 75
- level gauge ............................................................................. 27
- refuelling.................................................................................. 102
- specification......................................................................168-178
Fuses .............................................................................................. 131
- dashboard fuse box ............................................................. 133
- engine compartment fuse box .......................................... 134
- fuse list .............................................................................135-136
- general information ............................................................. 131
Gearbox
- using the gearbox ................................................................. 109
Glasses holder............................................................................... 76
Glove box light
- bulb replacement ................................................................. 131
Glove compartment .................................................................. 75Handbrake .................................................................................... 108
Hazard warning lights switch .................................................... 73
Headlights ..................................................................................... 89
- alignment corrector ............................................................ 89
- light beam direction ............................................................. 89
- washing ................................................................................... 163
Headrests
- front ........................................................................................ 17
- rear ......................................................................................... 18
Heating / climate control system ............................................. 65
Heating and ventilation................................................................ 65
- controls ................................................................................... 66
Heavy use of the vehicle............................................................. 147
How to save fuel........................................................................... 112
Identification data ........................................................................ 165
- VIN plate ............................................................................... 165
Ignition switch .............................................................................. 11
In an emergency ..................................................................... 117
Instrument panel ..........................................................................14-15
Interiors .......................................................................................... 163
Internal features ........................................................................... 75
Jack ..................................................................................119-120-138
Key with remote control ......................................................... 8
Keys ................................................................................................ 7
- duplicating............................................................................... 10
Know your vehicle................................................................... 7
Leather trim
- cleaning.................................................................................... 164
Left stalk......................................................................................... 72
- follow me home .................................................................... 71
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