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INSTALLING THE TOW HOOK
The towing device should be fastened to the body by
specialised personnel according to any additional and/or
integrative information supplied by the Manufacturer of
the device.
The towing device must meet current regulations with
reference to Directive 94/20/EEC and subsequent
amendments.
For any version the towing device used must match the
towable weight of the vehicle on which it is to be
installed.
For the electric connection a standard connector should
be used which is generally placed on a special bracket
normally fastened to the towing device, and a special
ECU for external trailer light control must be installed
on the vehicle. For the electrical connection, 7 or 13 pin
12 V DC connections are to be used (CUNA/UNI and
ISO/DIN Standards). Follow the instructions provided by
the vehicle manufacturer and/or the tow hitch
manufacturer.
An electric brake or other device should be supplied
directly by the battery through a cable with a cross
section of no less than 2.5 mm
2.
The ABS device with which the vehicle
may be equipped will not control the
braking system of the trailer. Particular caution
is required on slippery roads.
WARNING
Never modify the braking system of the
vehicle to control the trailer brake. The
trailer braking system must be fully independent
from the hydraulic system of the vehicle.
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IMPORTANT The engine must be running to use the
electric brake or a winch.
In addition to the electrical branches, the vehicle’s
electric system can only be connected to the supply
cable for an electric brake and to the cable for an
internal light, though not above 15 W. For connections
use the preset control unit with battery cable no less
than 2.5 mm
2.
IMPORTANT The trailer tow hook contributes to the
length of the vehicle. When installing on long wheelbase
versions, it is only possible to install removable tow
hooks because the total vehicle length limit of 6 metres
is exceeded.
If no trailer is fitted, the hook must be removed from
the attachment base and it must not exceed the
vehicle’s original length.IMPORTANT If you wish to leave the tow hook fitted
without towing a trailer, it is advisable to contact a Fiat
Dealership for the relevant system update operations
because the tow hook could be detected as an obstacle
by the central sensors.

❒cover the vehicle with a piece of fabric or perforated
plastic sheet. Do not use compact plastic tarpaulins,
which prevent humidity from evaporating from the
surface of the vehicle;
❒inflate tyres to a pressure of +0.5 bar above the
normal specified pressure and check it at intervals;
❒if you don’t disconnect the battery from the electric
system, check its charge every month and recharge it
if the optical indicator shows a dark colour without
the central green area;
❒do not drain the engine cooling system.
IMPORTANT If the vehicle is equipped with an alarm
system, switch off the vehicle alarm with the remote
control.
LONG VEHICLE INACTIVITY
If the vehicle needs to be off the road for longer than
one month, the following precautions must be taken:
❒park the vehicle indoors in a dry and, possibly, well-
ventilated place;
❒engage a gear;
❒check that the handbrake is not engaged;
❒disconnect the negative battery terminal and check
battery charge. Repeat this check once every three
months during storage. Recharge if the optical
indicator shows a dark colour without the central
green area (see “Battery recharging” in the section
“Dashboard and controls”); If the vehicle is equipped
with a battery disconnection function (disconnector),
see the description of the procedure in the
“Controls” paragraph in the “Dashboard and
controls” section;
❒clean and protect the painted parts using protective
wax;
❒clean and protect the shiny metal parts using special
commercially-available compounds;
❒sprinkle talcum powder on the rubber windscreen
and rear window wiper blades and lift them off
the glass;
❒slightly open the windows;
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WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
GENERAL WARNINGS
The turning on of the warning light is accompanied by
a specific message and/or buzzer sound where provided
by instrument panel. These indications are brief and
precautionary and as such must not be considered as
exhaustive and/or an alternative to the information
contained in the Owner Handbook, which you are
recommended to read carefully in all cases. Always refer
to the information in this chapter in the event of
a failure indication.
IMPORTANT Failure indications displayed are divided
into two categories: very serious and less serious
failures.
Very serious failures prompt a prolonged cycle of
signals.
Less serious failures prompt a shorter cycle of signals.
Press MODE to stop the warning cycle in both cases.
The instrument panel warning light will stay on until the
cause of the failure is eliminated.
For messages relevant to the versions equipped with
Dualogic gearbox, see the attached Supplement.
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
If the warning light xturns on when
travelling (on certain versions together
with the message on the display) stop the car
immediately and contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
LOW BRAKE FLUID LEVEL (red)
HANDBRAKE ENGAGED (red)
When the key is turned to the MAR-ON
position the warning light comes on but should
go out after a few seconds.
Low brake fluid level
The warning light comes on when the level of the brake
fluid in the reservoir falls below the minimum level due
to a possible leak in the circuit.
On some versions the display shows the dedicated
message.
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Handbrake engaged
The warning light turns on when the handbrake is
engaged.
On certain versions, if the vehicle is moving the buzzer
will also sound.
IMPORTANT If the warning light turns on when
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EXTERNAL LIGHT FAILURE
(amber)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light will come on (some versions
only) when a failure to one of the following lights is
detected:
– side lights
– brake lights
– rear fog lights
– direction indicators
– reversing lights.
The failure relating to these lights could be: one or
more blown bulbs, a blown protection fuse or a break
in the electrical connection.
On some versions the display shows the dedicated
message.
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REAR FOG LIGHTS (amber)
The warning light comes on when the rear fog
lights are turned on.
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GENERIC FAILURE INDICATION
(amber)
The warning light turns on in the following
circumstances.
Engine oil pressure sensor failure
The warning light turns on when failure is detected in
engine oil pressure sensor. Contact a Fiat Dealership to
have the failure fixed as soon as possible.
Fuel cut-off switch tripped
The warning light comes on when the inertial fuel
cut-off switch is triggered.
The display will show the dedicated message.
Parking sensor fault
The warning light comes on when a rain sensor failure is
detected. Go to a Fiat Dealership.
The display shows the dedicated message.
Rain sensor fault
See what is described for warning light
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Daylight failure (with multifunction display)
The warning light comes on when a daylight failure is
detected.
The display shows the dedicated message.
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WORN BRAKE PADS
(amber)
The warning light on the dial turns on if the
front brake pads are worn; in this case have
them changed as soon as possible.
On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed.
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Hill Holder failure
The warning light will turn on when the Hill Holder
system is faulty. In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed.
PARKING SENSOR FAILURE (amber)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light turns on when failure is
detected in the parking sensors.
On some versions warning light
èturns on as an
alternative.
Contact a Fiat Dealership.
On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed.
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FRONT FOG LIGHTS (green)
The warning light turns on when the front fog
lights are turned on.
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LEFT-HAND DIRECTION
INDICATOR (green – blinking)
The warning light turns on when the direction
indicator control lever is moved downwards or,
together with the right indicator, when the hazard
warning light button is pressed.
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DIPPED LOW HEADLAMPS (green)
FOLLOW ME HOME (green)
Dipped beam headlights
The warning light switches on when the dipped beams
are turned on.
Follow me home
The warning light will turn on when this device is active
(see “Follow me home” in section “Dashboard and
controls”).
The display will show a dedicated message.
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REPLACING A WHEEL
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Wheel changing and correct use of the jack and spare
wheel (for versions/markets where provided) call for
some precautions, which are listed below. Proceed as follows to start the car:
❒raise the flap A to gain access to the positive battery
terminal fig. 157.
❒connect the positive terminals (+ sign near the
terminal) of the two batteries with a jump lead;
❒connect the negative terminal (–) of the auxiliary
battery to the earth point with a second cable as
shown in fig. 158;
❒Start the engine;
❒when the engine has been started, follow the
sequence above in reverse order to remove the
leads.
If after a few attempts the engine does not start, do not
persist but contact the nearest Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT Do not directly connect the negative
terminals of the two batteries: any sparks may ignite the
explosive gas which could come out of the battery.
If the auxiliary battery is installed on another vehicle,
prevent any metal parts on the latter and the vehicle
with the flat battery from accidentally coming into
contact.
BUMP STARTING
Never bump start the engine by pushing, towing or
driving downhill. This could cause a flow of fuel into the
catalytic converter and damage it beyond repair.
IMPORTANT Remember that the brake servo and the
power steering system are not activated until the engine
is started, a greater effort will therefore be required to
press the brake pedal or turn the steering wheel.Indicate that the vehicle is stationary
according to the regulations in force:
emergency lights, refracting warning triangle,
etc. Passengers should leave the vehicle,
particularly if it is very loaded, and wait for the
wheel to be changed away from on-coming
traffic. Apply the handbrake.
WARNING
The spare wheel (for versions/markets
where provided) is specific for your
vehicle. Therefore, it must not be used on
vehicles of a different model. Do not use spare
wheels of different models on your vehicle. The
wheel bolts are specific to your vehicle: do not
use them on other models and do not use bolts
of other models.
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Please note that:
❒the jack weight is 4.5 kg;
❒the jack requires no adjustment;
❒the jack cannot be repaired. If it breaks it must be
replaced with a new jack;
❒no tool other than its cranking device may be fitted
on the jack.
Repair and refit the standard wheel as
soon as possible. Do not apply grease to
the bolt threading before assembly: they might
come unscrewed.
WARNING
The jack may only be used to replace
wheels on the car which it equips or
other cars of the same model. Never use the
jack for other purposes, such as lifting other car
models. Never use the jack to carry out repairs
under the vehicle. Incorrect positioning of the
jack may cause the lifted vehicle to fall. Do not
use the jack for loads higher than those shown
on the label.
WARNING
Never tamper with the inflation valve.
Never introduce tools of any kind
between rim and tyre. Check tyre and spare
wheel pressure regularly referring to the values
shown in the “Technical Specifications” section.
WARNING
No tools other than the crank provided
should be used with the spare wheel
lifting device; it should be operated by hand
only.
WARNING
To change a wheel proceed as follows:
❒stop the vehicle in a position where it does not pose
a danger for on-coming traffic and where you can
replace 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;
❒wear the reflecting safety jacket (compulsory by law
in certain countries) before getting out of the
vehicle;