2012 FIAT BRAVO sport

Pressing the SPORT button also activates the
turbocharger supercharging function (overboost).
Via this function the engine management control
unit allows - in relation to the position of the
accelerator pedal and for a limited time - maximum
pressure levels to be reached inside the
turbocharger, with a consequent increase in engine
torque with respect to that which is normally
possible.
This function is particularly useful whenever
maximum performance is required for a short time
(e.g. when overtaking).
The letter S is lit up in the instrument panel display
when the function is switched on. Press the button
again to switch the function off and restore the
normal driving setting.
IMPORTANT When the SPORT button is pressed,
the function is activated about 5 seconds later.IMPORTANT During acceleration, when the
SPORT function is used the steering may shudder
which is typical of a sports setting.
IMPORTANT During parking manoeuvres requiring
a lot of steering, the steering may become harder;
this is normal and is due to the intervention of
the system to protect the electric steering motor
from overheating; so, no intervention is required.
When the car is used again later on, the power
steering will work normally.
Acceleration
Sudden acceleration has a very negative effect on
fuel consumption and emissions: accelerate
gradually to contain consumption.
When the SPORT function is used the consumption
figures will be slightly higher than those stated.
WARNING
Under no circumstances should
aftermarket operations involving
steering system or steering column
modifications (e.g.: installation of anti-theft
device) be carried out that could badly affect
performance and safety.This also causes the
warranty to become null and void and results
in vehicle non-compliance with type-approval
requirements.
fig. 112
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levels. When transporting particularly large objects,
use a trailer if possible.
Electric devices
Use electric devices only for the amount of time
needed. The heated rear window, additional
headlights, windscreen wipers and heater fan need a
considerable amount of energy, therefore
increasing fuel consumption (by up to 25% in the
urban cycle).
Climate control system
Air conditioning leads to higher fuel consumption
(on average up to +20%). If the temperature
outside permits, try and use the air vents.
Devices for aerodynamic control
The use of non-certified spoilers may adversely
affect air drag and fuel consumption.
DRIVING STYLE
The main driving styles that affect fuel consumption
are listed below.
Starting
Do not warm the engine with the car at a standstill
or at idle or high speed: under these conditions
the engine warms up much more slowly, increasing
electrical consumption and emissions. It istherefore advisable to move off immediately, slowly,
avoiding high speeds: in this way the engine will
warm faster.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid accelerating when starting at traffic lights or
before switching off the engine. This and also
double declutching is absolutely pointless on
modern cars and also increases consumption and
pollution.
Gear selection
As soon as the conditions of the traffic and road
allow, use a higher gear. Using a low gear for faster
acceleration will increase consumption.
In the same way improper use of a high gear
increases consumption, emissions an engine wear.
Max. speed
Fuel consumption considerably increases as speed
increases. Avoiding unnecessary braking and
acceleration, which cost in terms of both fuel and
emissions.
Acceleration
Accelerating violently severely affects consumption
and emissions: acceleration should be gradual and
should not exceed the maximum torque.
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The warning light on the instrument panel switches
on when the Cruise Control ring nut is turned to
ON.
The display will show the dedicated message.
POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD
The outside temperature indicator starts flashing
when the outside temperature reaches or falls
below 3°C and the
symbol lights up on the
display to warn the driver of the possible presence
of ice on the road.
The display will show the dedicated message.
LIMITED RANGE
The display will show the dedicated message to
warn the driver that the car’s range is less
than 50 km.ASR SYSTEM
The ASR system can be turned off by pressing the
button ASR OFF. The display will show a specific
message to warn the driver that the system is off;
at the same time, the button LED will turn on.
When you press ASR OFF again, the button LED
will turn off and the display will show a specific
message to inform you that the system is on again.
SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED
The display shows the dedicated message when the
car exceeds the set speed limit.
The S indication appears on the instrument panel
when the corresponding function is activated by
pressing the relevant control button. If the button
is pressed again the S indication goes out.
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CRUISE CONTROL (green) (for
versions/markets, where provided)
Turning the key to the MAR-ON position the
warning light switches on, but it should switch off
after a few seconds.
ENGAGEMENT OF SPORT FUNCTION

RAISING THE CARIf the car needs to be jacked up, go to a Fiat
Dealership which is equipped with jack arms or
workshop lifts.
The car must only be lifted laterally by positioning
the end of the arms or the workshop lift in the
points illustrated in fig. 195
IMPORTANT For Sport versions, take care not to
damage the side skirts when lifting the car with
the workshop lift.
TOWING THE CARThe tow hook, which is supplied with the car, is
housed in the tool box, under the carpet in the
luggage compartment.
ATTACHING THE TOW HOOK
Proceed as follows:
❒release the cap by operating on tab A fig. 196–
fig. 197;
❒take the tow hook B from its support;
❒fully screw in the hook on the rear or front
threaded pin.
fig. 195
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WARNING
Do not star t the engine while towing
the car.
WARNING
Before tightening the hook clean the
threaded housing thoroughly. Make
sure that the hook is fully fastened in the
housing before towing the car.
WARNING
The front and rear tow hooks should be
used only for emergencies on the road.
You are allowed to tow the car for short
distances using an appropriate device
in accordance with the highway code (a rigid
bar), to move the vehicle on the road in
readiness for towing or transporting via a
breakdown vehicle.Tow hooks 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. Respecting 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.
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PRESCRIPTIONS FOR HANDLING THE VEHICLE AT THE END OF ITS LIFEFiat has been committed for many years to safeguarding the environment through the constant improvement
of its production processes and manufacturing products that are increasingly compatible with the ecosystem.
European Directive 2000/53/EC governing vehicles at the end of their life, Fiat is offering their customers the
opportunity of handing over their vehicle (*) at the end of its life without incurring any additional costs.
The European Directive sets out that when the vehicle is handed over the last keeper or owner should not
incur any expenses as a result of it having a zero or negative market value. In particular, in almost all European
Union countries, until 1st January 2007, vehicles registered after 1st July 2002 will be collected free of
charge, whilst from 2007 collection will be free of charge irrespective of the year of registration as long as the
vehicle contains its basic components (in particular, the engine and bodywork) and has no additional waste.
To hand your vehicle over at the end of its life without extra cost, go to one of our Dealerships or
Fiat-authorised collection and scrapping centres. These centres have been carefully chosen to offer high
quality service for the collection, treatment and recycling of vehicles at their end of life, respecting the
surrounding environment.
You can find further information on these collection and scrapping centres either from a Fiat and Fiat
Commercial Vehicle Dealership or by calling the toll-free number 00800 3428 0000 or on the Fiat website.
(*) Vehicle for transporting passengers with a maximum of nine seats and a total permitted weight of 3.5 t
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
Versions with multifunction display
ASpeedometer (speed indicator)
BFuel level gauge with reserve warning
light
CEngine coolant temperature gauge and
excessive temperature warning light
DRev counter
EMultifunction display.
m
c
Warning lights fitted on diesel
versions only
On diesel versions the rev counter
end scale value is 6000 rpm.
Sport versions with multifunction
display
ASpeedometer (speed indicator)
BFuel level gauge with reserve warning
light
CEngine coolant temperature gauge and
excessive temperature warning light
DRev counter
EMultifunction display.
m
c
Warning lights fitted on diesel
versions only
On diesel versions the rev counter
end scale value is 6000 rpm.
F0Q0006mF0Q0007m
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RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSIONS
Versions with reconfigurable
multifunction display
ASpeedometer (speed indicator)
BFuel level gauge with reserve warning
light
CEngine coolant temperature gauge and
excessive temperature warning light
DRev counter
EReconfigurable multifunction display.
m
c
Warning lights fitted on diesel
versions only
On diesel versions the rev counter
end scale value is 6000 rpm.
F0Q0008m
fig. 4
F0Q0009m
Sport versions with reconfigurable
multifunction display
ASpeedometer (speed indicator)
BFuel level gauge with reserve warning
light
CEngine coolant temperature gauge and
excessive temperature warning light
DRev counter
EReconfigurable multifunction display.
m
c
Warning lights fitted on diesel
versions only
On diesel versions the rev counter
end scale value is 6000 rpm.
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