2012 FIAT BRAVO technical specifications

warning light will turn on (together with the
message on the display) (see “Tyre pressure low” in
this chapter) and it will stay on until the car slows
down to a speed below the preset threshold.
IMPORTANT In this case slow down immediately
since tyre overheating could impair tyre
performance and life beyond repair, and even make
the tyre to blow-out.
WARNING
Particularly strong radio frequency
interference may cause the TPMS to
function incorrectly.This condition is indicated
to the driver by a message (for versions/
markets where provided).The message will
disappear automatically as soon as the
interference ceases to affect the system.EXTERNAL LIGHT FAILURE
(amber)
This warning light (or symbol on the display)
switches on when a failure is detected in any of the
following lights:
❒side lights
❒brake (stop) lights or corresponding fuse (see the
description provided for this symbol
).❒rear fog lights
❒direction indicators
❒number plate lights.
The failure relating to these lights could be: one or
more blown bulbs, a blown protection fuse or a
break in the electrical connection.
The display will show the dedicated message.
BRAKE LIGHT FAILURE (amber)
The symbol switches on in the display when a
failure is detected in the brake (stop) lights.
The failure relating to these lights could be: one or
more blown bulbs, a blown protection fuse or a
break in the electrical connection.
On certain versions warning light
comes on
instead.
REAR FOG LIGHTS (amber)
The warning light switches on when the rear fog
lights are activated.
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FRONT FOG LIGHTS (green)
The warning light comes on when the front fog
lights are turned on.LEFT-HAND DIRECTION
INDICATOR (green) (intermittent)
The warning light comes on when the direction
indicator control stalk is moved downwards or,
together with the right-hand direction indicator,
when the hazard warning light button is pressed.RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION
INDICATOR (green) (intermittent)
The warning light switches on when the direction
indicator control stalk is moved upwards or,
together with the left direction indicator, when the
hazard warning light button is pressed.
SIDE LIGHTS AND DIPPED
HEADLIGHTS (green)/FOLLOW
ME HOME (green)
SIDE LIGHTS AND DIPPED HEADLIGHTS
The warning light switches on when side lights
or dipped headlights are activated.
FOLLOW ME HOME
This warning light switches on (on some versions
together with a message and a symbol in the
display) when this device is used (see the "Follow
Me Home" paragraph in the "Knowing your car"
chapter).
The display will show the dedicated message.MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS (blue)
The warning light switches on when the main beam
headlights are turned on.
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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

IN AN EMERGENCY
STARTING THE ENGINEContact a Fiat Dealership immediately if instrument
panel warning light
stays on constantly.
JUMP STARTING
If the battery is flat, the engine may be started using
an auxiliary battery with the same capacity or a
little higher than the flat one.
To start the vehicle, proceed as follows:
❒connect the positive terminals (sign + near the
terminal) of the two batteries with a jump lead
fig. 140❒with a second lead, connect the negative terminal
– of the auxiliary battery to an earthing point
on the engine or the gearbox of the car to be
started;
❒start the engine;
❒when the engine has been started, remove the
leads reversing the order above.
For versions with Start&Stop system, in case of
starting by auxiliary battery, refer to the paragraph
“Start&Stop system” in the chapter “Getting to
know your car”.
If after a few attempts the engine does not start, do
not persist but contact a Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT Do not directly connect the negative
terminals of the two batteries: sparks could ignite
explosive gas released from the battery. If the
auxiliary battery is installed on another car, prevent
accidental contact between metallic parts of the
two cars.
Never use a fast batter y-charger to star t
the engine as this could damage the
electronic systems of your car,
particularly the ignition and fuel supply control
units.
fig. 140
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WARNING
This procedure must be performed by
exper t personnel because incorrect
actions could cause electrical discharge of
considerable intensity. Furthermore, battery
fluid is poisonous and corrosive: avoid contact
with skin and eyes. Keep naked flames and
lighted cigarettes away from the battery and
do not cause sparks.
BUMP STARTING
Never bump start the engine by pushing, towing or
coasting downhill.
IMPORTANT Remember that the brake servo and
electrical power steering system are not active until
the engine is started. A much greater effort will
therefore be required to use the brake pedal or
turn the steering wheel.
CHANGING A WHEELGENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
The car is equipped with the “Fix&Go Automatic
Kit”: see paragraph “Fix&Go Automatic Kit” for
instructions on how to use this device. As an
alternative to the “Fix&Go Automatic Kit” the car
may be equipped with a space-saver wheel: see
the instructions on the following pages for changing
the wheel.
WARNING
The space-saver wheel (for versions/
markets, where provided) is specific to
your car, do not use it on other models, or use
the space-saver wheel of other models on
your car.The space-saver wheel must only be
used in case of emergency. It must only be
used for the distance necessary to reach a
service point and the car speed must not
exceed 80 km/h.The space-saver wheel has an
orange sticker that summarises the main
cautions for use and limitations. Never remove
or cover the sticker.The following information
is provided in four languages on the sticker:
"Impor tant! For temporar y use only! 80 km/h
max.! Replace with a standard wheel as soon
as possible. Never cover this indication". Never
apply a hub cap on a space-saver wheel.
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WARNING
Alert other drivers that the car is
stationary in compliance with local
regulations: hazard warning lights, warning
triangle, etc . Any passengers on board should
leave the car, especially if it is heavily laden.
Passengers should stay away from on-coming
traffic while the wheel is being changed. On
hills or uneven roads, use chocks or
appropriate objects to block the wheels of the
car.
WARNING
The car's driving characteristics will be
modified with the space-saver wheel
fitted. Avoid sudden starting or stopping, sharp
or fast turns.The total life of a space-saver
wheel is approximately 3000 km, after which it
must be replaced by another wheel of the
same type. Never install a traditional tyre on a
rim designed to be used as a space-saver
wheel. Have the tyre repaired and refitted as
soon as possible. Using two or more space-
saver wheels at the same time is forbidden. Do
not grease the threads of bolts before fitting
them: they might slip out .
WARNING
The jack provided is only intended to
be used for replacing wheels on the car
with which it is supplied, or on same-model
vehicles. Never use the jack for other
purposes, such as lifting other car models.
Never use it for repair operations under the
car. Incorrectly positioning the jack may cause
the car to fall. Do not use the jack for loads
higher than the one shown on its label. Never
install snow chains on the space-saver wheel; if
a front tyre (driving wheel) is punctured and
you need to use snow chains, use a standard
wheel from the rear axle and install the
space-saver wheel on the rear axle. In this
way, with two normal drive wheels, it is
possible to use snow chains.
WARNING
Fit the hub cap correctly to prevent it
from coming free in motion. Never
tamper with the inflating valve. Never
introduce tools of any kind between rim and
tyre. Check tyre and space-saver wheel
pressures regularly, referring to the values
shown in the "Technical data" chapter.
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JACK
Important notes:
❒the jack weight is 1.76 kg;
❒the jack requires no adjustment;
❒the jack cannot be repaired and in the event of a
fault it must be replaced by another original one;
❒no tool other than its cranking device may be
fitted on the jack.
To change a wheel proceed as follows:
❒stop the car in a position that is not dangerous
for on-coming traffic where you can change the
wheel safely. the ground must be flat and
sufficiently compact;
❒turn the engine off and pull up the handbrake;
engage first gear or reverse; use handle A to
remove the rigid preformed cover B fig. 141;❒loosen fastener E fig. 142;
fig. 141
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fig. 142
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❒for versions equipped with the “Fix&Go quick
tyre repair kit”, take the tool box from the
luggage compartment;

❒for versions equipped with space-saver wheel,
loosen fastener E fig. 142, take tool box F,
position it near the wheel to be changed and
then take space-saver wheel G;
❒remove hub cap H fig. 143 (versions with steel
rims) or remove the hub cap (versions with
alloy rims);
❒loosen the bolts of the wheel to be replaced by
about one turn with the wrench provided L
fig. 144; if you have alloy rims, rock the car to
make it easier to separate the rim from the
wheel hub;
❒operate device M fig. 145 so as to extend the
jack, until groove N on the upper part of the jack
fits correctly into the lower profile P visible on
the car body next to the indication Q (at approx.
72 cm from the centre of the front wheel or 75
cm from the centre of the rear wheel);❒alert any bystander that the car is about to be
raised; all persons should be kept away from
the car and nobody must touch it until it has
been lowered;
fig. 143
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fig. 144
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fig. 145
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