2012 FIAT BRAVO maintenance

ROOF LIGHTSFRONT ROOF LIGHT WITH SPOT LIGHTS
Switch A fig. 57 switches the roof lights on/off.
With the switch A in the central position, the lights
C and D come on/go off when front doors are
opened/closed.
With switch A pressed to the left, lights C and D
are always off. With switch A pressed to the right,
the lights C and D are always on.
Lights switch on/off progressively.
Switch B controls the spot light function; when the
roof light is off, it switches on individually:
❒light C if pressed on the left side;
❒light D if pressed on the right side.IMPORTANT Before getting out of the car, make
sure that both switches are in the central position:
when the doors are closed the lights will switch
off to avoid draining the battery. In any case, if the
switch is left in on position, the roof light switches
off automatically 15 minutes after the engine
switching off.
Roof light timing
To make getting in and out the vehicle easier,
especially at nighttime or in poorly lit areas, two
timing logics are available.
Timing when getting into the car
The roof lights switch on according to the following
modes:
❒for around 10 seconds when the front doors are
unlocked;
❒for about 3 minutes when one of the side doors
is opened;
❒for about 10 seconds when the doors are closed.
The timing is interrupted when the ignition key is
turned to MAR-ON.
Timing when getting out of the car
After removing the key from the ignition switch,
the roof lights switch on as follows:
❒within 2 minutes of the engine being switched off
for a period of around 10 seconds;
fig. 57
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❒when one of the side doors is opened for a
period of around 3 minutes;
❒when one of the doors is closed for a period of
about 10 seconds.
❒if the fuel cut-off switch operates, they are on for
about 15 minutes, then they switch off
automatically.
Door locking switches the lights off immediately
(unless the fuel cut-off switch is operating).
REAR ROOF LIGHT
Versions without sun rooffig. 58
In these versions, there are two rear roof lights.
Press the point indicated by the arrow to switch
the lights on/off (+ sign on the roof light lens
cover).
The rear roof lights also come on in conjunction
with events that cause the front roof light to come
on.
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In these versions, there is only one rear roof light.
Press the point indicated by the arrow to switch
the lights on/off (+ sign on the roof light lens
cover).The rear roof light also switches on in conjunction
with events that cause the front roof light to switch
on.
fig. 58
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CONTROLSHAZARD WARNING LIGHTS
They are turned on by pressing switch A fig. 60,
regardless of the position of the ignition key.
Warning lights
and
are lit up in the instrument
panel when this device is activated.
To switch off, press button A again.
The use of hazard warning lights is governed by the
highway code of the country you are in. Comply
with legal requirements.
Emergency braking
During emergency braking, the hazard warning
lights come on automatically and warning lights
and
on the panel also come on.
The function switches off automatically when
emergency braking ceases.This function complies with the relevant legislation
currently in force.
FOG LIGHTS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Press button B fig. 61 with the side lights on to turn
the fog lights on.
Press the button again to turn the lights off.
REAR FOG LIGHTS
Press button C fig. 61 with the dipped headlights or
front fog lights on to turn the rear fog lights on.
Press the button again to turn the lights off.
fig. 60
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FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH
(as an alternative to the fuel cut-off system, for
versions/markets, where provided)
It is located in the bottom, near the passenger side
pillar fig. 62. It is triggered in the event of an impact,
causing:
❒the cut off of the fuel supply with the engine
consequently cutting out;
❒the automatic unlocking of the doors;
❒the interior lights being switched on (for about
15 minutes).
The activation is indicated by the turning on of
warning light
or symbol
on the instrument
panel (together with the dedicated message on the
display) (see “Warning lights and messages”
chapter).Carefully inspect the car for fuel leakages, e.g. in
the engine compartment, under the car or near the
fuel tank.
If no fuel leaks are found and the car can be started
again, press button A to reactivate the fuel system
and the lights.
After a collision, turn the ignition key to STOP to
avoid draining the battery.
WARNING
If, after a collision, you smell fuel or
notice leaks from the fuel system,
do not reset the switch to avoid fire risk.
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM
(as an alternative to the fuel cut off switch for
versions/markets, where provided)
It is triggered in the event of a collision, causing:
❒the cut off of the fuel supply with the engine
consequently cutting out;
❒the automatic unlocking of the doors;
❒the interior lights being switched on.
The intervention of the system is indicated by a
message shown on the display.
Carefully inspect the car for fuel leakages, e.g. in
the engine compartment, under the car or near the
fuel tank.
fig. 62
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After a collision, turn the ignition key to STOP to
avoid draining the battery.
The following procedure should be carried out to
restore the correct operation of the vehicle:
❒turn the ignition key to the MAR-ON position;
❒turn on the right direction indicator;
❒turn off the right direction indicator;
❒turn on the left direction indicator;
❒turn off the left direction indicator;
❒turn on the right direction indicator;
❒turn off the right direction indicator;
❒turn on the left direction indicator;
❒turn off the left direction indicator;
❒turn the ignition key to STOP.
WARNING
If, after a collision, you smell fuel or
notice leaks from the fuel system,
do not reset the system to avoid fire risk.
INTERIOR FITTINGSFRONT ARMREST WITH STORAGE
COMPARTMENTS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is located between the front seats. A storage
compartment and cooled drinks compartment
are located inside the armrest (for versions/
markets, where provided) (see following
paragraphs).
The armrest can be adjusted lengthwise through
the cover A fig. 63.
Storage compartment
Cover A fig. 63 can only be opened with the
armrest fully lowered and attached.
To access storage compartment B fig. 64, lift up
cover A.
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Do not spill your drinks: in any case, a
hole at the bottom of the compartment
allows, if necessary, for spilled liquids
to drain outside the car.
Cooled drinks compartment
Press button A fig. 65 and lift up armrest B: you can
then access the cooled drinks compartment fig. 66.
IMPORTANT The function of the compartment
is to maintain the temperature of the drinks that
are put in, which should be heated or cooled
beforehand.
REAR ARMREST
(for versions/markets, where provided)
To use armrest A fig. 67, lower it as shown in the
diagram.There are two cup and/or can holders B in the
armrest. To use these, pull tab C in the direction
shown by the arrow.
A storage compartment is available inside the
armrest; this can be accessed by raising the flap.
fig. 64
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STORAGE COMPARTMENTS
Passenger side compartment
To open this compartment, operate handle A
fig. 68, as shown by the arrow.When the compartment is opened a courtesy light
comes on inside which remains on for about 15
minutes with the ignition key in the STOP position.
If, during this period, a door or the tailgate is
opened, the 15 minute timing is reset.
WARNING
Never travel with the glove
compartment open: it could injure the
passenger in the event of a crash.
Compartment under the seat
(for versions/markets, where provided)
On some versions, under the passenger’s seat there
is a storage compartment: do not use it for objects
heavier than 1.5 kg.
To open the compartment, use handle A fig. 69.
fig. 67
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POWER SOCKET (12 V)
This is located on the central tunnel and is only
operational when the ignition key is turned to
MAR-ON. If a smokers' kit is requested, the socket
is replaced by a cigar lighter (see next paragraph).
On some versions an additional power socket A
fig. 70 is provided in the luggage compartment.
CIGAR LIGHTER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is located on the central tunnel.
Press button A fig. 71 to switch on the cigar lighter
when the ignition key is turned to MAR-ON.
After a few seconds the button automatically
returns to its initial position, and the cigar lighter is
ready for use.IMPORTANT Always check that the cigar lighter is
switched off.
IMPORTANT The cigar lighter becomes very hot.
Handle it carefully and make sure that children
don't touch it: risk of fire and/or burning.
fig. 69
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