2012 FIAT BRAVO steering

WARNING
Before towing, turn the ignition key to
MAR-ON and then to STOP without
removing it .The steering column will
automatically lock when the key is removed
and the wheels cannot be steered.
WARNING
Whilst towing, remember that as the
assistance of the brake servo and
the electric power steering is not available,
greater force needs to be exerted on the brake
pedal and more effort is required on the
steering wheel. Do not use flexible cables when
towing and avoid jerky movements. During
towing, make sure that the trailer hitch does
not damage any components it is touching.
When towing the car, it is compulsor y to
respect specific highway code regulations
relating to the tow hook and procedures for
towing on the road.
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PLASTIC AND COATED PARTS
Clean interior plastic parts with a damp cloth (if
possible made from microfibre), and a solution
of water and neutral, non-abrasive detergent. To
clean oily or persistent stains, use specific products
free from solvents and designed to maintain the
original appearance and colour of the components.
Remove any dust using a microfibre cloth, if
necessary moistened with water. The use of paper
tissues is not recommended as these may leave
residues.
IMPORTANT Never use alcohol or petroleum to
clean the instrument panel.LEATHER STEERING WHEEL/GEAR
KNOB/HANDBRAKE
These components must be cleaned with mild soap
and water only. Never use alcohol or alcohol-based
products.
Read the product label carefully before using
specific products for cleaning the interiors: make
sure the product does not contain alcohol or
alcohol-based substances.
If, when cleaning the windscreen with special
products, window cleaner accidentally drips onto
the leather of the steering wheel/gear lever
knob/hand brake, wipe away immediately and then
wash the affected area with mild soap and water.
IMPORTANT Be careful when using a steering
wheel lock device, where applicable, to avoid
damaging the leather upholstery by rubbing.
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SUSPENSIONVersions Front Rear
1.4 16V - 1.4 T-JET - 1.4 Turbo MultiAir
1.6 MultiJet - 2.0 MultiJetMacPherson independent wheels
with anti-roll barInterconnected wheels with
torsion beamSTEERING SYSTEMVersions TypeTurning circle (kerb to kerb)
(m)
1.4 16V - 1.4 T-JET - 1.4 Turbo MultiAir
1.6 MultiJet - 2.0 MultiJetRack and pinion with electric
power steering10.4 (11.0 with optional 18" alloy
rims)
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RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSIONS
DASHBOARDThe presence and the position of the instruments and warning lights may vary according to the versions.
1.Adjustable and swivel air vent - 2.Side window air vent - 3.Front passenger air bag - 4.Adjustable and swivel air vents - 5.Haz-
ard light switch - 6.External light stalk - 7.Instrument panel - 8.Windscreen/rear window wiper/trip computer stalk - 9.Bonnet
opening lever - 10.Glovebox - 11.Ignition key and ignition device - 12.Steering wheel locking/release stalk - 13.Driver’s air bag
- 14.Driver’s knees air bag (for versions/markets, where provided) - 15.Set of switches for front/rear fog lights and menu open-
ing/setting 16.Controls for heating/ventilation/climate control - 17.Sound system controls - 18.Set of ON/OFF switches for elec-
tric power steering and ASR system (for versions/markets, where provided) - 19.Oddment compartment
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Control panel and
instruments ................................. 4
Controls .................. 56-60-66-82-95
Courtesy mirror lights
– bulb replacement ................... 207
Cruise Control ............................. 78D
ashboard .................................... 3
Description ................................... 66
Diesel filter ................................... 240
Diffusers......................................... 54
Dipped headlights ........................ 71
– bulb replacement ................... 197
Direction indicators .................... 71
– bulb replacement ................... 199
Display functions (see
Multifunction display or
Reconfigurable
multifunction display)................ 36
Door mirrors ................................ 51
Doors ............................................. 92
DPF (Diesel Particulate
Filter) ........................................... 131
"Dualdrive" electric power
steering system ......................... 119EBD (system) .............................. 107
Electric windows.......................... 95Emergency manoeuvre ............... 92
Engine codes ................................ 254
Engine compartment
– opening/closing ...................... 102
– washing .................................... 249
Engine coolant ............................. 237
Engine coolant temperature
gauge............................................. 25
Engine
– identification codes ............... 254
– marking .................................... 253
– technical data ......................... 255
Engine oil
– Check ....................................... 236
– Consumption ......................... 237
– specifications .......................... 275
– Topping up .............................. 236
Environment protection ............ 130
EOBD system .............................. 116
ESP (system)................................. 108
Exterior lights ............................... 71
Failure indications ...................... 119
Fan speed adjustment ...... 58-63-67
Fast front window
demisting/defrosting ............. 57-62Fiat CODE (system) ................... 8
Fitting "Universal" child seat..... 145
Fix&Go Automatic Kit............... 188
Flashing ........................................... 71
Fluids and lubricants
(specifications) ........................... 275
Fog lights ................................. 82-200
"Follow me home" device ......... 72Front airbags ............................... 147
Front armrest with storage
compartments ............................ 84
Front roof light
– bulb replacement ................... 204
Front roof light with spot
lights.............................................. 80
Front seats with electric
adjustment................................... 47
Fuel cut-off switch ....................... 83
Fuel cut-off system ...................... 83
Fuel
– Fuel savings ............................. 159
Fuel level gauge ............................ 24
Fuel reserve.................................. 273
Fuel savings ................................... 159
Fuel supply .................................... 257
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Steering lock ................................. 22
Steering system ........................... 259
Steering wheel .............................. 50
Storage compartments .......... 86-88
Storing the car ............................. 165
Sun roof ......................................... 90
Sun visors ...................................... 88
Suspension .................................... 259
Switching off the climate
control system ........................... 70
Switching on the climate
control system ........................... 66Technical data............................. 252
The keys ......................................... 9
Third brake light.......................... 202
Top speed ..................................... 270
Towing the car ............................. 221
Towing trailers ............................. 161
Transmission ................................ 258
TRIP button .................................. 45
Trip computer
– TRIP button ............................. 45
– Trip Computer........................ 44
– Trip Computer values ........... 44
Tyres
– correct tyre reading .............. 261– Fix&Go Automatic (kit)....... 188
– inflation pressures ................. 267
– snow tyres .............................. 262
– tyres provided ........................ 262
Tyres - maintenance ................... 243
U
niversal Isofix (child seat) ..... 144
Universal seats (compliance
for use) ........................................ 142
Using the gearbox....................... 158
Volume sensing/Anti-lift
protection ................................... 19W
arning lights on panel ........... 166
Washer fluid for
windscreen/rear
window/headlights .................... 238
Weights and loads....................... 271
Wheel rims
– correct reading of the
wheel rim ................................ 262
– dimensions .............................. 262
– rims and tyres ........................ 260
Wheels and tyres
– changing a wheel.................... 182
– Fix&Go Automatic (kit)....... 188
– spare wheel............................. 260
– tyre inflation pressure .......... 267– Wheels and tyres .................. 243
Window cleaning ......................... 74
Windows (cleaning).................... 249
Windscreen washer nozzles..... 246
Windscreen washer/wiper ........ 74
Windscreen wiper
– blades ....................................... 245
– blades replacement ............ 245
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