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MSR system
(engine drive regulator)
This is an integral part of the ASR system that, in the event
of a sudden gear down shift, cuts in and provides torque
to the engine thus preventing excessive drive wheel dri-
ve which, especially in poor grip conditions, can lead to
a loss of stability.
Engagement/disengagement of the ASR system
The ASR system switches on automatically each time the
engine is started.
When travelling, the ASR can be switched off and on again
by pressing switch fig. 101, which can be found between
the front seats to the side of the handbrake lever.
When the ASR is switched off, this is shown by the LED
on the switch coming on and by the relevant message ap-
pearing on the multifunction display, where provided.
ASR SYSTEM (Anti-slip Regulator)
This is a traction control system that cuts in automatical-
ly every time one or both drive wheels slip.
Depending on the slipping conditions, two different con-
trol systems are activated:
❒if both drive wheels are slipping, the ASR function in-
tervenes by reducing the power transmitted by the en-
gine;
❒if the slipping only involves only one drive wheel, the
ASR system cuts in by automatically braking the wheel
that is slipping.
The action of the ASR system is especially useful in the fol-
lowing conditions:
❒slipping of the inner wheel when cornering due to the
effect of dynamic load changes or excessive accelera-
tion;
❒too much power transmitted to the wheels also in re-
lation to the conditions of the road surface;
❒acceleration on slippery, snowy or icy surfaces;
❒in the case of loss of grip on a wet surface (aquaplan-
ing).
For the correct operation of the ESP and
ASR systems, the tyres must absolutely be
the same make and type on all wheels, in perfect
condition and, above all, of the type, make and
size specified.
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Depress the clutch pedal fully to change
gear correctly. Therefore, the floor area
under the pedals should be clear: ensure that any
rubber mats are flat and do not interfere with the
pedals.
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Do not drive with your hand resting on the
gear lever, because this pressure, even if
light, can wear out the inner components
of the gearbox over time. The clutch pedal should
be used only for gear changes. Do not drive with
your foot resting on the clutch pedal, however
slightly. For versions/markets where provided, the
electronic clutch control could cut in by interpret-
ing the incorrect driving style as a fault.
SAVING FUEL
Here are some useful tips to save fuel and minimise harm-
ful emissions of CO
2and other pollutants (nitric oxides,
unburnt hydrocarbons, fine dusts etc…).
PRACTICAL ADVICE FOR REDUCING FUEL
CONSUMPTION AND HARMFUL EMISSIONS
Vehicle conditions
1. Have checks and adjustments carried out in
accordance with the “Scheduled Servicing Plan”.
2. Check tyre pressures regularly, at least once every
four weeks. Excessively low pressures will increase
consumption because rolling resistance will be high-
er. In addition, this wears the tyre more quickly and
impairs performance.
3. Only use snow tyres when the weather conditions
make them absolutely necessary. They increase con-
sumption and noise.
4. Do not travel with a heavy load: the weight of the vehicle (especially when driving in town) and its trim
greatly affect fuel consumption and stability.
CONTINUOUSLY ON:ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
LOW (red)
FLASHING:
ENGINE OIL DEGRADED
(only Multijet versions with DPF – red)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning light
switches on, but it should go out as soon as the engine is
started.
1. Engine oil pressure low
The warning light turns on and stays on constantly along
with a message on the display (in versions/markets where
provided) when the system detects that engine oil pres-
sure is low.
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If the warning light vturns on when the
car is travelling (on certain versions to-
gether with the message on the display), stop the
car immediately and contact a Fiat Dealership.
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2. Engine oil degraded (only Multijet versions with DPF)
The warning light will flash and a specific message will ap-
pear on the display (for versions/markets where provid-
ed). The warning light may flash in the following ways, de-
pending on the version:
– for one minute every two hours;
– for three minute cycles with the warning light off for
intervals of five seconds until oil is changed.
After the initial warning, each time the engine is started
up, the warning light will continue to flash in the same ways
as described above, until the oil is changed. A specific mes-
sage will appear on the display (for versions/markets where
provided) in addition to the warning light.
If the warning light flashes, this does not mean that the ve-
hicle is defective, but simply informs the driver that it is
now necessary to change the oil as a result of regular ve-
hicle use.
Note that engine oil degrades faster under the following
circumstances:
– mainly town use of the vehicle which makes the DPF re-
generation process more frequent
– use of the vehicle for short journies, preventing the en-
gine from reaching operating temperature
– repeated interruption of the regeneration process, sig-
nalled by the DPF warning light coming on.
RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR (green – intermittent)
The warning light turns on when the direction
indicator stalk is moved upwards or, together with
the left indicator, when the hazard lights button is pressed.
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INDEXLEFT-HAND DIRECTIONINDICATOR (green – intermittent)
The warning light turns on when the direction
indicator stalk is moved downwards or, together
with the right indicator, when the hazard lights button is
pressed.
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS (blue)The warning light comes on when the main
beams are turned on.
ASR SYSTEM
(versions with multifunction display)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The ASR system can be turned off by pressing the but-
ton ASR OFF.
The display will show a specific message to warn the dri-
ver that the system is off; at the same time, the button LED
will turn on.
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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.
GEAR SHIFT INDICATOR
(for versions/markets where provided)
On vehicles with a manual gearbox, the gear shift indica-
tor suggests gear changes to the driver (SHIFT UP or
SHIFT DOWN) via a special display on the control pan-
el. This suggestion to change gear is designed to improve
consumption and ensure the best driving style.
NB The sign on the instrument panel remains on until the
driver changes gear or until the driving conditions return
to a situation where a gear change is not required to re-
duce consumption.
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F0V0028mfig. 150F0V0029mfig. 151
CHANGING AN EXTERIOR BULB
For the type of bulb and relevant power rating, see
“Changing a bulb”.
FRONT LIGHT CLUSTERS fig. 150
The front light clusters contain sidelight, dipped beam, main
beam and direction indicator bulbs.
The bulbs are arranged inside the light cluster as follows:
A Direction indicators.
B Side lights and dipped beam headlights;
C Daytime running lights and main beams.
To access the bulbs, remove the snap-fitted covers.
SIDE LIGHTS
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒ remove the protective cover B-fig. 150;
❒ turn the bulb holder A-fig. 151 anticlockwise and pull
it out;
❒ remove the bulb B and replace it;
❒ refit the new bulb, put the bulb holder A-fig. 151 back
into place and then refit the protective cover B-fig. 150
properly.
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F0V0032mfig. 154F0V0033mfig. 155
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒ remove the protective cover C-fig. 150;
❒ turn the bulb holder E-fig. 155 anticlockwise and pull
it out;
❒ remove the snap-fitted bulb;
❒ replace the bulb and refit the bulb holder E by turning
it clockwise and locking it properly into place;
❒ reattach the protective cover C-fig. 150;
FRONT FOG LIGHTS
(for versions/markets where provided)
IMPORTANT Go to a Fiat Dealership to have the front
fog light bulbs replaced.
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒
remove the protective cover C-fig. 150;
❒ disconnect the electric connector;
❒ release the bulb holding clips D-fig. 154;
❒ remove the bulb and replace it;
❒ fit the new bulb, ensuring that the outline of the metal
part lines up with the grooves on the headlight parabo-
la. Then reconnect the electrical connector and reat-
tach the bulb holding clips D;
❒ refit the protective cover C-fig. 150 correctly.
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REPLACING THE BATTERY
If required, replace the battery with an original spare part
with the same specifications.
If a battery with different specifications is fitted, the ser-
vice intervals given in the “Scheduled Servicing Plan” will
no longer be valid.
Follow the battery manufacturer’s instructions for main-
tenance.
Incorrect assembly of electric and electronic
devices may cause severe damage to your
vehicle. Go to a Fiat Dealership if you want
to install accessories (anti-theft device, mobile
phone, etc.): they will suggest the most suitable de-
vices and advise you if a higher-capacity battery
needs to be installed.
Batteries contain substances that can be
very harmful to the environment. It is ad-
visable to have the battery changed by a Fi-
at Dealership, where it will be disposed of proper-
ly and in accordance with the law.
If the vehicle must remain unused for a long
time at very low temperatures, remove the
battery and take it to a warm place to
avoid freezing.
If you have to perform any operation on
the battery or near it, always protect your
eyes with special goggles.
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