2012 FIAT BRAVO air condition

A
air temperature adjustment knob (hot/cold air
mixing)
Bheated rear window on/off buttonC
fan activation knob
D
internal air recirculation on/off button
Eair distribution knob.
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT HEATING
Proceed as follows:
❒turn knob A to the red section;
❒turn knob C to the required speed;
❒turn knob E to:
to warm the feet and demist the windscreen at
the same timeto warm the feet and keep the face cool
(bi-level function)to warm the feet of those in the front and rear
seats
❒to turn off internal air recirculation (LED on
button
off ).FAST FRONT WINDOW
DEMISTING/DEFROSTING
Proceed as follows:
❒turn knob A fully to the right;
❒turn knob C to
;
❒turn knob E to;
❒turn off internal air recirculation (LED on button
off ).
After demisting/defrosting, operate the controls to
maintain optimum visibility conditions.
Window demisting
In the event of considerable external moisture
and/or rain and/or large differences in temperature
inside and outside the passenger compartment,
perform the following preventive window demisting
procedure:
❒to turn off internal air recirculation (LED on
button
off );
❒turn knob A to the red section;
❒turn knob C to the second speed level;
❒turn knob E to
or to
if there is no sign of
the windows steaming up.
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INTERNAL AIR RECIRCULATION
ACTIVATION
Press button
: when the function is on, the
button LED lights up. It is advisable to switch the
internal air recirculation on while standing in
queues or in tunnels to prevent the introduction of
polluted air. However, it is better not to use the
function for long periods, particularly if there
are many people on board, to prevent the windows
from misting.
IMPORTANT Internal air recirculation makes it
possible to reach the required heating or cooling
conditions more quickly depending on the mode
selected. Do not use the internal air recirculation
function on rainy/cold days as it would considerably
increase the possibility of the windows misting.ADDITIONAL HEATER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This device warms up the passenger compartment
more quickly when it is very cold and the engine
coolant temperature is low.
The additional heater comes on automatically when
the engine is started, if knob A is turned to the
last red sector and the fan (knob C) is at least at
the first speed level.
The heater switches off automatically when the
required comfort conditions are achieved.
IMPORTANT The heater will not turn on if the
battery voltage is too low.
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FAST FRONT WINDOW
DEMISTING/DEFROSTING
Proceed as follows:
❒press the
button
❒turn knob A fully to the right;
❒turn knob C to
;
❒turn knob E to;
❒turn off internal air recirculation (LED on button
off ).
After demisting/defrosting, operate the controls to
maintain optimum visibility conditions.Window demisting
In the event of considerable external moisture
and/or rain and/or large differences in temperature
inside and outside the passenger compartment,
perform the following preventive window demisting
procedure:
❒press the
button
❒turn off internal air recirculation (LED on button
off );
❒turn knob A to the red section;
❒turn knob C to the second speed level;
❒turn knob F to
or to
if there is no sign of
the windows steaming up.
The climate control system is very useful for
demisting the windows more quickly: just carry out
the above procedure and activate the system by
pressing button
.
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HEATED REAR WINDOW AND DOOR
MIRRORS DEMISTING/DEFROSTING
Press button
to activate this function: when this
function is activated, the button LED
lights up.
This function is timed and will deactivate
automatically after 20 minutes. Press the button
again to switch the function off in advance.
IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers on the inside of
the rear window over the heating filaments to
avoid damage.
FAN SPEED ADJUSTMENT
To ventilate the passenger compartment properly,
proceed as follows:
❒fully open the central and side air diffusers;
❒turn knob A to the blue section;
❒turn knob C to the required speed;
❒turn knob E to
;
❒turn off internal air recirculation (LED on button
off ).INTERNAL AIR RECIRCULATION
ACTIVATION
Press button
: when the function is on, the
button LED lights up.
It is advisable to switch the internal air recirculation
on while standing in queues or in tunnels to
prevent the introduction of polluted air. However, it
is better not to use the function for long periods,
particularly if there are many people on board,
to prevent the windows from misting.
IMPORTANT Internal air recirculation makes it
possible to reach the required heating or cooling
conditions more quickly depending on the mode
selected. It is not advisable to switch the internal
air recirculation on when it is rainy/cold or the
windows might steam up, especially if the climate
control system is not turned on.
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IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers on the inside of
the rear window over the heating filaments to
avoid damage.
IMPORTANT Press
to introduce air from the
outside (in this case the LED on the button should
be off ).
ACTIVATION OF INTERNAL AIR
RECIRCULATION AND ENABLEMENT OF
AQS FUNCTION (Air Quality System)
Press button
. Internal air recirculation is
carried out according to three possible operating
modes:
❒automatic control, signalled by the AQS sign on
the display and the LED on button
being
off;
❒forced deactivation (internal air recirculation
always off with introduction of outside air),
indicated by the LED on button
being off;
❒forced activation (internal air recirculation always
on), signalled by the LED on button
being lit.
When OFF button is pressed, the climate control
system automatically activates internal air
recirculation (the LED on button T should be on).
It is still possible to activate outside air recirculation
(LED on the button off ) and vice versa, by pressing
button T.
With the OFF button pressed (LED on the button
is lit up), it is not possible to enable the AQS
(Air Quality System) function.IMPORTANT Internal air recirculation makes it
possible to reach the required heating or cooling
conditions more quickly depending on the mode
selected. It is not advisable to switch the internal
air recirculation on when it is rainy/cold to prevent
the windows from misting, especially if the climate
control system has not been activated. It is
advisable to switch the internal air recirculation on
whilst queuing or in tunnels to prevent the
introduction of polluted air. Do not use the
function for a long time, particularly if there are
several passengers on board, to prevent the
windows from misting.
AQS (Air Quality System) function
activation
The AQS function (AQS sign on the display)
automatically activates internal air recirculation
when the outside air is polluted (e.g. in traffic
queues and tunnels).
IMPORTANT With the AQS function active, after
approx. 15 consecutive minutes of the internal
air recirculation system functioning, the climate
control system enables the intake of outside air for
approximately 1 minute to freshen the air in the
passenger compartment. This takes place regardless
of the pollution level of the outside air.
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Air flow distribution between front and
rear diffusers, centre/side dashboard
diffusers, rear diffuser and windscreen
and front side window demisting/
defrosting diffusers.
Air flow distribution to centre/side dashboard
diffusers (passenger's body).
Air flow distribution between footwell
diffusers and windscreen and front side
window defrosting/demisting diffusers. This
distribution setting allows the passenger
compartment to be warmed effectively and
prevents the windows from misting.Air flow distribution between footwell
diffusers (hotter air) and centre/side
dashboard diffusers and rear diffuser (cooler
air).Air flow distribution between centre/side
dashboard diffusers, rear diffuser and
windscreen and front side window
demisting/defrosting diffusers. This
distribution setting ventilates the passenger
compartment well and prevents the
windows from misting up.
IMPORTANT For the climate control system to
function, at least one of the buttons
/
/
must
be operated. The system does not allow the
deactivation of all the buttons
/
/
.IMPORTANT Push the OFF button to turn the
climate control system back on: in this way, all
operating conditions memorised before switching
off are restored.
To restore automatic control of the air distribution
after a manual selection, press the AUTO button.
ADDITIONAL HEATER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This device warms up the passenger compartment
more quickly when it is very cold and the engine
coolant temperature is low.
In these conditions, the device comes on
automatically when the engine is started and the
fan is on.
The heater switches off automatically when the
required comfort conditions are achieved.
IMPORTANT The heater will not turn on if the
battery voltage is too low.
SWITCHING OFF THE CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM
Press the OFF button.
The following information is shown on the display:
❒OFF;
❒outside temperature indication;
❒internal air recirculation on indication (LED on
button
lit).
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send the relative indications to the instrument
panel only after the vehicle has been in motion for a
short time.
Tyre pressure must be checked with tyres rested
and cold. Should it become necessary for whatever
reason to check pressure with warm tyres, do
not reduce pressure even though it is higher than
the prescribed value, but repeat the check when
tyres are cold (see "Wheels" in the "Technical data"
chapter).
The TPMS cannot indicate sudden tyre pressure
drops (for example when a tyre bursts). In this
case, stop the car, braking with caution and avoiding
abrupt steering.
Strong radio-frequency interference could inhibit
the correct operation of the TPMS. This condition
is indicated to the driver by the
warning light
or the symbol lighting up on the instrument panel
together with a message on the display. The
message will disappear automatically as soon as the
interference ceases to affect the system.
The TPMS requires the use of specific equipment.
Contact a Fiat Dealership to find out which
accessories are compatible with the system
(wheels, hub caps, etc.). Using other accessories
may hinder the normal operation of the system.
Given the valve unique specifications, only use
Fiat-approved sealers to repair the tyres. The use of
other sealers may affect the normal operation of
the system.If the vehicle is fitted with TPMS, when a tyre is
removed, it is advisable to replace the rubber
gasket for the valve as well as the ring nut fixing the
sensor. Have this operation performed at a Fiat
Dealership.
If the "punctured tyre" indication persists on the
instrument panel after the initial conditions have
been restored using the Fix&Go Automatic tyre
repair kit, contact a Fiat Dealership.
Changes in outside temperature may cause tyre
pressures to vary. The TPMS may temporarily
indicate insufficient pressure. In this case, check the
tyre pressure when cold and, if necessary, restore
the inflation values.
If the vehicle is fitted with TPMS, tyre and/or rims
fitting/removal operations require specific
precautions. To avoid damaging the sensors or
fitting them incorrectly, tyre and/or rims
fitting/removal operations should be carried out
only by specialists. Contact a Fiat Dealership.
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DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER (DPF)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The Diesel Particulate Filter is a mechanical filter,
integral with the exhaust system, that physically
traps particulates present in the exhaust gases of
diesel engines. The diesel particulate filter has been
adopted to eliminate almost all particulates in
compliance with current / future legal regulations.
During normal use of the vehicle, the engine
control unit records a set of data (e.g.: travel time,
type of route, temperatures, etc.) and it will then
calculate how much particulate has been trapped by
the filter.
Since this filter physically traps particulate, it should
be regenerated (cleaned) at regular intervals by
burning the carbon particles. The regeneration
procedure is controlled automatically by the engine
management control unit according to the filter
conditions and vehicle use conditions. There may
be a limited increase in the engine speed during the
regeneration, a limited increase in fumes and high
temperatures at the exhaust. These are not faults;
they do not impair vehicle performance or damage
the environment.Particulate filter clogged
If the warning light switches on on the instrument
panel (along with the message on the display)
refer to the "Warning lights and messages" chapter.
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