2012 FIAT BRAVO technical specifications

WARNING
Do not bring naked flames or lit
cigarettes near to the fuel tank
opening: fire risk. Keep your face away from
the fuel filler to prevent breathing in harmful
vapours.
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENTThe following devices are used for reducing petrol
fuel engine emissions:
❒three-way catalytic converter (catalytic
converter)
❒oxygen sensors
❒evaporation control system.
In addition, do not let the engine run, even for a
test, with one or more spark plugs disconnected.
The following devices are used for reducing diesel
fuel engine emissions:
❒oxidising catalytic converter
❒exhaust gas recirculation system (EGR)
❒particulate filter (DPF).
WARNING
The catalytic converter develops high
temperature during operation. Do
not park the car on grass, dry leaves, pine
needles or other flammable material: fire
hazard.
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DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER (DPF)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The Diesel Particulate Filter is a mechanical filter,
integral with the exhaust system, that physically
traps particulates present in the exhaust gases of
diesel engines. The diesel particulate filter has been
adopted to eliminate almost all particulates in
compliance with current / future legal regulations.
During normal use of the vehicle, the engine
control unit records a set of data (e.g.: travel time,
type of route, temperatures, etc.) and it will then
calculate how much particulate has been trapped by
the filter.
Since this filter physically traps particulate, it should
be regenerated (cleaned) at regular intervals by
burning the carbon particles. The regeneration
procedure is controlled automatically by the engine
management control unit according to the filter
conditions and vehicle use conditions. There may
be a limited increase in the engine speed during the
regeneration, a limited increase in fumes and high
temperatures at the exhaust. These are not faults;
they do not impair vehicle performance or damage
the environment.Particulate filter clogged
If the warning light switches on on the instrument
panel (along with the message on the display)
refer to the "Warning lights and messages" chapter.
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SAFETY
SEAT BELTSUSING THE SEAT BELTS
The seat belt should be worn keeping the torso
straight and rested against the backrest.
To fasten the seat belts, hold the tongue A fig. 117
and insert it into the buckle B, until it clicks into
place.
On removal, if it jams, let it rewind for a short
stretch, then pull it out again without jerking.
To unfasten the seat belts, press button C. Guide
the seat belt with your hand while it is rewinding,
to prevent it from twisting.Through the reel, the belt automatically adapts to
the body of the passenger wearing it, allowing
freedom of movement.
The reel may lock when the car is parked on a
steep slope: this is perfectly normal. Furthermore,
the reel mechanism locks the belt if it is pulled
sharply or in the event of sudden braking, collisions
and high-speed bends.
The rear seat is fitted with inertia seat belts with
three anchor points and a reel for the side seats
and the middle one.
The rear seat belts must be used as shown in the
diagram in fig. 118.
fig. 117
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fig. 118
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WARNING
Never press button C fig. 117 when
travelling.
IMPORTANT The backrest is correctly secured
when the red band B fig. 119 to the side of backrest
folding handle A disappears. This red band indicates
that the backrest is not secured.
IMPORTANT Remember that after a violent
impact, rear-seat passengers who are not wearing
their seat belts not only expose themselves to
significant risk for injury, but also represent a
danger to passengers occupying the front seats.
IMPORTANT When putting the rear seat back in
its normal position, make sure that the seat belts
are positioned so that they are ready to use.
WARNING
Make sure that the backrest is
correctly secured on both sides (red
bands B fig. 119 not visible) to prevent it from
moving forward in the event of sharp braking,
causing injuries to passengers.
ADJUSTING THE FRONT SEAT BELT
HEIGHT
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The height can be adjusted to 4 different positions.
To adjust, press button A fig. 120 and raise or
lower handle B.
Always adjust the height of the seat belt to fit the
person wearing it: this precaution could greatly
reduce the risk of injury in case of collision.
fig. 119
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fig. 120
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Correct adjustment is obtained when the belt
passes approximately half way between the
shoulder and the neck.
WARNING
Make height adjustment of the seat
belts when the car is stationary.
WARNING
After adjustment , always check that
the cursor to which the ring is fastened
is locked in one of the preset positions.To do
this, with the button A fig. 120 released, exer t
a fur ther pressure to allow the anchor device
to catch if release did not take place at one of
the preset positions.
SBR SYSTEMThe vehicle is equipped with an SBR system (Seat
Belt Reminder) made up of a buzzer which,
together with the warning light
in the instrument
panel flashing, warns the driver and, on some
versions, the front passenger that their seat belt is
not fastened.
To permanently deactivate the buzzer, seek
assistance from a Fiat Dealership.
With a multifunction display, the SBR system can be
reactivated only at a Fiat Dealership.
With a reconfigurable multifunction display, the SBR
system can also be re-enabled through the setup
menu.
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PRETENSIONERSTo increase the efficiency of front and rear seat
belts (for versions/markets, where provided), the
car is fitted with pretensioners. These devices,
in the event of a violent frontal and side impact,
rewind the seat belts a few centimetres. In this way,
they ensure that the seat belt adheres perfectly to
the wearer before the restraining action begins.
The reel locks to indicate that the pretensioner has
intervened; the seat belt cannot be drawn back up
even when guiding it manually.
IMPORTANT To obtain the highest degree of
protection from the action of the pretensioning
device, wear the seat belt tight to the chest and
pelvis.
A slight discharge of smoke may be produced
during the activation of the pretensioner which is
not in harmful and does not involve any fire hazard.
The pretensioner does not require any maintenance
or lubrication. Any changes to their original
conditions will invalidate their efficiency. If, due to
unusual natural events (floods, sea storms, etc.), the
device has been affected by water and mud, it
must absolutely be replaced.
WARNING
The pretensioner may be used only
once. Go to a Fiat Dealership to have it
replaced after it has been deployed. Consult
the plate in the lower storage compar tment to
check the status of the pretensioners. Go to
a Fiat Dealership to have the device replaced
when the expiration date approaches.Operations which lead to knocks,
vibrations or localised heating (over
100°C for a maximum of 6 hours) in the
area around the pretensioners may cause
damage or trigger them.These devices are not
affected by vibrations caused by irregularities of
the road surface or low obstacles such as kerbs,
etc . Contact a Fiat Dealership for any
assistance.
LOAD LIMITERS
To increase passenger safety in an accident, the
front and rear seat belt reels (for versions/markets,
where provided) contain a load limiter which
controls the force acting on the chest and
shoulders during the restraining action of the belts
in the event of a frontal impact.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING
THE SEAT BELTS
The driver is responsible for respecting, and
ensuring that all the other occupants of the car also
respect, the local laws in force in relation to the
use of the seat belts. Always fasten the seat belts
before starting.
Seat belts are also to be worn by expectant
mothers: the risk of injury in the case of accident is
greatly reduced for them and the unborn child if
they are wearing a seat belt. Pregnant women must
position the lower part of the belt very low down
so that it passes over the pelvis and under the
abdomen (see ). fig. 121
WARNING
For maximum safety, keep the back of
your seat upright , lean back into it
and make sure the seat belt fits closely across
your chest and pelvis. Always fasten the seat
belts on both the front and the rear seats!
Travelling without wearing seat belts will
increase the risk of serious injur y or
even death in the event of an accident . Under
no circumstances should the components of
the seat belts and pretensioners be tampered
with or removed. Any operations must be
carried out by qualified and authorised
personnel only. Always go to a Fiat
Dealership.
IMPORTANT The belt must not be twisted. The
upper part must pass over the shoulder and cross
the chest diagonally. The lower part must adhere to
the pelvis (as shown in ) rather than the abdomen
of the passenger. Never use devices (clips, pegs,
etc.) to hold the seat belt away from your body.
fig. 122
IMPORTANT Each seat belt must be used by only
one person. Never travel with a child sitting on the
passenger's lap and a single belt to protect them
both . In general, do not place any objects between
the person and belt. fig. 123
fig. 121
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WARNING
Removing or otherwise tampering with
seat belt and pretensioner components
is strictly prohibited. Any operations on these
components must be performed by qualified
and authorised technicians. Always go to a Fiat
Dealership.
WARNING
If the belt has been subjected to heavy
stress, for example after an accident ,
it should be changed completely together with
the anchors, anchor fastening screws and
pretensioner. In fact , even if the belt has no
visible defects, it could have lost its resilience.
SEAT BELTS MAINTENANCE
Observe the following precautions for correct seat
belt maintenance:
❒always use the belt with the strap well stretched
and never twisted; make sure that it is free to
run without obstructions;
❒replace the belt after an accident of a certain
severity even if it does not appear to be
damaged. Always replace the belt if the
pretensioners were deployed;
fig. 122
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fig. 123
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