2012 FIAT BRAVO ignition

The warning light will switch on when the system is
either not working or not available.
Under these circumstances, the braking system will
work as normal but without the extra performance
offered by the ABS system.
Drive carefully and contact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
The display will show the dedicated message.
EBD FAILURE (red)
(amber)
If warning lightsand
are lit up at the same
time with the engine running, this indicates an EBD
system failure or that the system is not available.
Early locking of the rear wheels may occur in
the event of violent braking, causing the car to
swerve. Drive very carefully to the nearest Fiat
Dealership to have the system inspected
immediately. The display shows the dedicated
message.
FIAT CODE SYSTEM FAILURE /
ALARM FAILURE / BREAK-IN
ATTEMPT (amber)
Fiat CODE system failure
When the key is turned to MAR-ON, the warning
light should flash once and then switch off. Thiswarning light (or symbol on the display), when on
constantly with the ignition key turned to
MAR-ON, indicates a possible failure (see “Fiat
CODE system” in "Knowing your car" chapter).
The display shows the dedicated message.
IMPORTANT Warning lights
and
(or the
symbol on the display) will switch on at the same
time to indicate a Fiat CODE system failure
If the
warning light (or symbol in the display) is
flashing, this means that the vehicle is not protected
by the engine immobilizer device (see “Fiat CODE
system” in the "Knowing your car" chapter).
Contact a Fiat Dealership to have all the keys
stored in the memory.
Alarm failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
A failure in the alarm system is signalled by this
warning light (or symbol in the display) switching
on. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
The display will show the dedicated message.
Break-in attempt
This warning light (or symbol on the display)
switches on when a break-in attempt is detected.
Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
The display will show the dedicated message.
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TPMS FAILURE
(for versions/markets, where provided)
On some versions, the display shows a message and
an amber symbol when a tyre pressure monitoring
system (TPMS) fault is detected: in this case,
contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
Should one or more wheels be fitted without
sensors, the display will show a warning message
until initial conditions are restored.INSUFFICIENT TYRE PRESSURE
(amber-red) / CHECK TYRE
PRESSURE (amber) / TYRE
PRESSURE UNSUITABLE FOR
SPEED (amber)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This warning light switches on when the ignition
key is turned to MAR-ON, but it should switch off
after a few seconds.
Insufficient tyre pressure
The warning light (amber), or symbol in the display
(red), switch on when the inflation pressure of
one or more tyres falls below a preset level. In this
way the TPMS warns the driver that one or more
tyres may be dangerously flat and liable to
puncture.IMPORTANT Do not continue driving with one or
more flat tyres as handling may be compromised.
Stop the car, avoiding harsh braking and steering
manoeuvres. Replace the wheel immediately with
the space-saver wheel (for versions/markets, where
provided) or carry out a repair using the dedicated
kit (see “Changing a wheel” in the "In an
emergency" chapter) and contact a Fiat Dealership
as soon as possible.
Check tyre pressure
This warning light (or symbol in the display)
switches on in the instrument panel to indicate that
the tyre pressure is below the value recommended
to guarantee long tyre life and low fuel
consumption. It may also indicate a slow loss of
pressure.
Should two or more tyres be flat, the display will
show the indications corresponding to each tyre in
sequence.
Restore correct tyre pressures as soon as possible
(see “Cold tyre pressures” in the “Technical data”
chapter).
Tyre pressure unsuitable for speed
Should you need to travel at a speed higher than
160 km/h, inflate the tyres to the pressures
specified in “Tyre pressures” paragraph.
If the TPMS system (for versions/markets where
provided) detects that the pressure of one or more
tyres is unsuitable for the current speed, the
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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
If a general protective fuse (MEGA-
FUSE, MIDI-FUSE, MAXI-FUSE) blows,
contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
Before replacing a fuse, make sure that
the ignition key has been removed
and that all the other services are switched off
and/or disengaged.
WARNING
Contact a Fiat Dealership if a safety
system (airbags, brakes), engine system
(engine, gearbox) or steering system general
protection fuse blows.FUSE LOCATION
The fuses are grouped in three fuse boxes:
❒dashboard fuse box;
❒engine compartment fuse box;
❒luggage compartment fuse box.
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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.
fig. 197
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Glasses
To clean glasses, use specific window cleaner
products.
Also use clean cloths to avoid scratching the glass
or damaging the transparency.
IMPORTANT Wipe the rear window inside gently
with a cloth in the direction of the filaments to
avoid damaging the heating device.
Engine compartment
At the end of each winter, thoroughly wash the
engine compartment, taking care to avoid spraying
the water jet directly onto the electronic control
units and the relay/fuse control unit on the left side
of the engine compartment (as you look from
behind the wheel). Have this operation performed
at a specialised workshop.
IMPORTANT The washing should take place with
the engine cold and the ignition key in the STOP
position. After the washing operation, make sure
that the various protections (e.g. rubber caps
and guards) have not been removed or damaged.Front headlights
IMPORTANT Never use aromatic substances (e.g.
petrol) or ketenes (e.g. acetone) for cleaning the
plastic lenses of the front headlights.
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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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Fuse boxes (location)................. 209
Fuses
– dashboard fuse box............... 210
– engine compartment fuse
box next to
211-212
– fuse list..................................... 214
– luggage compartment
fuse box ................................... 213
– replacing fuses ........................ 208G
ear Shift Indicator.................... 33
GLASS HOLDER ......................... 88
Glove compartment light
– bulb replacement ................... 206
H
andbrake ................................... 157
Hazard warning lights ................. 82
Headlights ..................................... 105
– bulb replacement ................... 197
Headlight washers ....................... 77
Head restraints............................. 48
Heated rear window and
door mirrors
demisting/defrosting ....... 58-63-67
Heating and ventilation .............. 56
Hill Holder (system)................... 109
Hill Holder system...................... 109
Identification data– bodywork paint plate ........... 253
– chassis marking ...................... 253
– engine marking ....................... 253
– identification data plate ....... 252
Ignition switch .............................. 21
Initialisation procedure ............... 92
Installing the tow hook.............. 162
Instrument panel lighting
adjustment................................... 23
Interior fittings ............................. 84
Interiors (cleaning) ..................... 250
Internal air recirculation
activation................................. 59-63
Internal mirror.............................. 51
"Isofix" child seat assembly
setup ............................................ 144Jack ................................................ 184Key without remote control.... 10
Key with remote control ........... 10
– Luggage compartment
(capacity) ................................. 269Light clusters
– front light clusters
(changing a bulb).................... 197
– rear light clusters
(changing a bulb).................... 200Lights off ........................................ 71
Load limiters ................................ 135
Lubricants
275-276
Luggage compartment ................ 97
– Closing ...................................... 98
– Extending ................................. 98
– Opening .................................... 97
– Securing your load ................ 101
Luggage compartment roof
light
– bulb replacement ................... 205
M
ain beam headlights ................ 71
– bulb replacement ................... 198
Maintenance and care ................ 224
– Scheduled servicing............... 224
– scheduled servicing plan ...... 225
Manual climate control
system .......................................... 60
MSR (system) ............................... 110
Multifunction display ................... 26
N
umber plate lights
– bulb replacement ................... 203
O
n-board instruments............... 4
On-board instruments................ 23
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the battery.....................(specifications) ....................