2012 FIAT BRAVO stop start

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
F0Q0732
fig. 142
F0Q0392
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❒for versions equipped with the “Fix&Go quick
tyre repair kit”, take the tool box from the
luggage compartment;

Check tyre pressure on pressure gauge F fig. 154
with compressor off to obtain a more precise
reading;❒if after 5 minutes it is still impossible to reach at
least 1.5 bar, disengage the compressor from the
valve and power socket, then move the car
forwards by approx. 10 metres in order to
distribute the sealing fluid inside the tyre evenly,
then repeat the inflation operation;
❒if after this operation it is still impossible after 5
minutes to reach at least 1.8 bar, do not start
driving since the tyre is excessively damaged and
the quick tyre repair kit cannot guarantee proper
hold, contact a Fiat Dealership;
❒if reaching the tyre pressure specified in
paragraph “Inflation pressure” in chapter
“Technical Data”, start driving immediately;
❒after having driven for about 10 minutes, stop
and recheck the tyre pressure; remember to
apply the handbrake;
❒if, on the other hand, the pressure is at least 1.8
bar, restore the correct pressure (with the
engine running and the handbrake applied) and
resume driving;
❒drive with the utmost care to the nearest Fiat
Dealership.fig. 153
F0Q0515
fig. 154
F0Q0516
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FOG LIGHTS
To replace the bulb in fig. 163, proceed as follows:
Contact a Fiat Dealership to have bulbs for the
fog lights replaced.
REAR LIGHT CLUSTERS
The rear light clusters contain side lights, direction
indicators and brake lights (stop) bulbs.
The bulbs are arranged inside the light cluster as
follows fig. 164:BSide lights/brake light (double light)C
Direction indicatorsTo change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒open the luggage compartment and loosen the
two rear light cluster fastening screws A fig. 165;fig. 163
F0Q0710
fig. 164
F0Q0714
fig. 165
F0Q0715
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FUSE SUMMARY TABLEDashboard fuse box FUSE AMPS
Right dipped headlight (halogen headlights) F12 7,5
Right dipped headlight (Bi-Xenon headlights) F12 15
Left dipped headlight (halogen headlights) F13 7,5
Left dipped headlight (Bi-Xenon headlights) F13 15
Reverse F35 5
3rd brake light F37 7,5
Rear fog light (driver's side) F53 7,5
Headlight alignment corrector system (halogen
headlights)F13 7,5
Relay switch coils on engine compartment fuse box
(CVM)/Body Computer control unit (NBC)F31 5
Subwoofer amplifier for Hi-Fi/Radio and radio navigator
sound system (1.4 Turbo MultiAir versions with
optional Hi-Fi )F32 15
Left rear electric window F33 20
Right rear electric window F34 20
Control on stop pedal (normally closed contact NC) /
Water in diesel sensor / Flow meter / Control on
clutch pedal and servo brake pressure sensor (1.4
Turbo MultiAir versions)F35 5
Central locking system control unit (CGP) (door
opening/closing, safe lock, tailgate release)F36 20
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BATTERY RECHARGINGIMPORTANT The battery recharging procedure is
given as information only. You are advised to
contact a Fiat Dealership to have this operation
performed.
Low amperage slow recharging for approximately
24 hours is advised. Charging for a longer time may
damage the battery.
VERSIONS WITHOUT Start&Stop SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Charge the battery as follows:
❒disconnect the negative battery terminal;
❒connect the charger cables to the battery
terminals, observing the polarity;
❒turn on the charger;
❒when it is recharged, turn the charger off before
disconnecting it from the battery;
❒reconnect the negative battery terminal.
VERSIONS WITH Start&Stop SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Charge the battery as follows:
❒disconnect the connector A fig. 194 (pressing the
button B) from the sensor C monitoring the
battery conditions, on the negative pole D of the
battery;❒connect the positive cable of the battery charger
to the positive battery terminal E and the
negative cable to sensor terminal D as shown;
❒turn on the battery charger. At the end of the
charging process, switch the battery charger off;
❒after having disconnected the battery charger,
reconnect connector A fig. 194 to the sensor
C as shown.
IMPORTANT If the car is equipped with an alarm
system, disarm it by means of the remote control
(see "Alarm" paragraph in "Dashboard and controls"
chapter)
WARNING
Battery fluid is poisonous and
corrosive: avoid contact with your skin
and eyes.The battery should be charged in a
well ventilated place, away from naked flames
or possible sources of sparks: danger of
explosion and fire.
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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
F0Q0731
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ENGINE OIL
Engine oil level check fig. 203-fig. 204-fig. 205
fig. 206
Check the oil level a few minutes (about five) after
the engine has stopped, with the vehicle parked
on level ground.
Take out engine oil dipstick A, clean it and then
fully reinsert it, take it out and check that the level
is between the MIN and MAX marks on the
dipstick.
The range between the MIN and MAX marks
corresponds to approximately 1 litre of oil.
Topping up the engine oil
If the level of the oil is close to or below the MIN
mark, add oil via the filler fitting B until the MAX
mark is reached.IMPORTANT If the engine oil level after the check
is over the MAX level, go to a Fiat Dealership to
have the correct level restored.
fig. 203 - 1.4 16V version
F0Q0665
fig. 204 - 1.4 T-JET version
F0Q0025
fig. 205 - 1.4 Turbo MultiAir version
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