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Air recirculation
on/off button (C)
Air recirculation is con-
trolled according to the
following operating log-
ics:
❒forced switching on (air recirculation
always on), indicated by the turning on
of the led on button C-fig. 65and
symbol íon the display;
❒forced switching off (air recirculation
always off with air inlet from the out-
side), indicated by the turning off of
the button led and êon the display.
These operating conditions are obtained
pressing in sequence the air recirculation
button C.
After a preset time, the climate control
system will turn air recirculation off au-
tomatically for safety reasons, thus en-
abling outside air inlet.IMPORTANT The air recirculation system
makes it possible to reach the required
heating or cooling conditions faster.
It is however inadvisable to use it on
rainy/cold days as it would considerably
increase the possibility of the windows
misting inside, especially if the climate con-
trol system is off.
When the outside temperature is below
5-7°C, air recirculation is switched off (air
is taken from the outside) to prevent mist-
ing.
Climate control
compressor on/off
button (B)
Press the √button,
when the button led is
on, to switch the com-
pressor off. The led will go off. By press-
ing again the button when the led is off,
the system automatic control of the com-
pressor activation is restored; this condi-
tion is indicated by button led lighting up.
When the air conditioner compressor is
off, the system deactivates air recircula-
tion to prevent window misting up. Al-
though the system is still able to maintain
the required temperature, the message
FULLon the display will go off. If the sys-
tem is no longer able to keep the required
temperature, also the message AUTO
will turn off.IMPORTANT Air at a temperature low-
er than that of the outside air cannot be
let into the passenger compartment when
the compressor is off. Furthermore, in
particular environmental conditions, the
windows could mist up fast because the
air is no longer dehumidified.
Setting will be stored also when the en-
gine is stopped. Either press again button
√(in this case the system operates as
heater only) or AUTOto reset auto-
matic control of the compressor.
With compressor off, if the outside tem-
perature is higher than the set tempera-
ture, the system cannot reach the re-
quired temperature. This will be signalled
by the flashing of set temperature value on
the display for a few seconds, then the
message AUTOwill go off.
When the compressor is off, it is possi-
ble to reset manually the fan speed (no bar
displayed).
When the compressor is on and the en-
gine is running, fan speed cannot be low-
er than the minimum (one bar displayed).
It is inadvisable to use the air
recirculation feature with
low outside temperature as the win-
dows might mist over quickly.
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Operation in position Eis limited to the
time during which the lever is kept in that
position manually. When released, the
stalk will return to position Aand the
wiper will be automatically stopped.
IMPORTANT Replace wiper blades as
specified in section “Car maintenance”.RAIN SENSOR
(where provided)
The rain sensor is located behind the dri-
ving mirror in contact with the windscreen
and has the purpose of automatically ad-
just the frequency of the windscreen
wiper strokes as to the rain intensity.
IMPORTANT Keep the window clean in
the sensor area.
Activation
Move the right lever down by one click.
The activation of the rain sensor is sig-
nalled by a control acquisition “stroke”.
Turn the knurled ring F-fig. 76to increase
the rain sensor sensitivity.
The increase of the sensitivity of the rain
sensor is signalled by a control and acqui-
sition “stroke”.
By operating the windscreen washer with
the rain sensor enabled, a smart washing
cycle is carried out, without the addition-
al stroke after 5 seconds; once complet-
ed, the sensor resumes its regular auto-
matic operation. “Smart washing” function fig. 75
Pull the stalk towards the steering wheel
(unstable position) to operate the wind-
screen washer.
Keeping the stalk pulled for more than half
a second, with just one movement it is
possible to operate the washer jet and the
wiper at the same time.
When releasing the stalk, the jet stops im-
mediately, while the wiper carries out an-
other four strokes.
A further stroke after 6 seconds com-
pletes the wiping operation. Do not use the windscreen
wiper to remove layers of
snow or ice from the wind-
screen. In such conditions, the
windscreen wiper may be subjected to
excessive stress and the motor protec-
tion which prevents operation for a few
seconds may trip. If the issue persists,
contact the Fiat Dealership.
fig. 75F0H0074m
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The sensor reactivation is signalled by a
windscreen wiper “stroke”.
The rain sensor is able to recognize and
automatically adjust itself in the presence
of the following particular conditions:
❒impurities on the controlled surface
(salt, dirt, etc.);
❒difference between day and night.
Deactivation
Change the stalk knurled ring position
from Bor turn the ignition key to STOP.
At the next start-up (key at MAR), the
sensor will not be reactivated even if the
stalk is at B. To activate the sensor, move
the stalk to position Aor Cand then to
position Bor turn the sensitivity adjust-
ment knurled ring.
fig. 76F0H0073m
Streaks of water may cause
unnecessary blade moving.
WARNINGWith windscreen wiper on and reverse
gear engaged, rear window wiping will be
continuous.
Pushing the stalk towards the dashboard
(unstable position) will activate the rear
window washer.
Keeping the stalk pushed for over half a
second will activate also the rear window
wiper.
Releasing the stalk will activate the smart
washing function as described for the
windscreen wiper.
fig. 77F0H0075m
REAR WINDOW WASHER/
WIPER fig. 77
The device can work only when the igni-
tion key is on MAR.
Turning the knurled ring Afrom position
åto position 'will operate the rear
window wiper as follows:
❒intermittent operation if the wind-
screen wiper is off;
❒synchronised with the windscreen
wiper (but with half stroke frequency);
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“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC
POWER STEERING
SYSTEM
The car is fitted with an electrically con-
trolled power steering called “Dualdrive”.
It only works when the ignition key is at
MARand the engine is running and it can
be customised by the driver according to
the driving conditions.
ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION
(CITY function)
To turn this function on/off, press the
CITY fig. 130button located in the mid-
dle of the instrument panel.
On some versions the activation of this
function is signalled by the lighting up of
the CITYwarning light on the instrument
panel, on others by the lighting up of
CITYon the reconfigurable multifunction
display.
With the CITYfunction, the steering
wheel will be lighter and require less ef-
fort for parking. This operating strategy
is suitable for driving in cities.
fig. 130F0H0716m
It is absolutely forbidden to
carry out whatever after-
market operation involving steering
system or steering column modifica-
tions (e.g.: installation of anti-theft
device) that could badly affect per-
formance and safety, cause the lapse
of warranty and result in car non-
compliance with the regulations in
force.
WARNING
In the event of electric power steering fail-
ure, the car can be driven with mechani-
cal steering to the closest Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT The steering may become
slightly stiff following parking manoeuvres
including a great deal of steering. This is
normal and caused by the system to pre-
vent motor overheating. No servicing is
required. The electrical power steering
system will return to normal operation
the next time the car is used.
Always switch the engine off,
remove the key from the
starting device and actuate the steer-
ing lock before carrying out any main-
tenance operation, especially when
the wheels are raised from the
ground. In case this is not possible
(e.g. when the key must be in MAR
position or the engine running), re-
move the electric power steering
main fuse before carrying out any
maintenance operation.
WARNING
FAILURE WARNINGS
Any electric power steering failure is in-
dicated by cluster warning light
gcom-
ing on (together, where provided, with the
message on the reconfigurable multifunc-
tion display - see the “Warning lights”
chapter).
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❒Turn the ignition key to AVVas soon
as warning light m goes out. If you wait
too long you will lose the benefit of
the work done by the glow plugs. Re-
lease the key as soon as the engine
starts.
IMPORTANT With cold engine, the ac-
celerator pedal shall be completely re-
leased while turning the ignition key to
AVV.
If the engine does not start at the first at-
tempt, return the ignition key to STOP
before repeating starting.
If, when the ignition key is on MAR, warn-
ing light
Yremains lit, turn the key to
STOPand then back to MAR; if the
warning light remains on, try with the oth-
er keys provided with the car.
If you still cannot start the engine, contact
Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT Never leave the ignition key
at MARwhen the engine is off.The warning light
mwill
flash for 60 seconds at start-
up or during prolonged crank-
ing to signal a fault in the
glow plug heating system. You can use
the car as usual if the engine starts but
you should contact a Fiat Dealership
as soon as possible.
HOW TO WARM UP
THE ENGINE AFTER
IT HAS JUST STARTED
(petrol and Multijet versions)
Proceed as follows:
❒Drive off slowly, letting the engine turn
at medium revs. Do not accelerate
abruptly;
❒Do not drive at full performance for
the initial kilometres. Wait until the
coolant temperature gauge starts
moving.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Turn the ignition to STOPwhile the en-
gine is idling.
IMPORTANT After a taxing drive, you
should allow the engine to “catch its
breath” before turning it off by letting it
idle to allow the temperature in the en-
gine compartment to fall.Never bump start the engine
by pushing, towing or coast-
ing downhill. This could cause
fuel to flow into the catalyt-
ic exhaust system and damage it be-
yond repair.
A quick burst on the acceler-
ator before turning off the en-
gine serves absolutely no
practical purpose, it wastes
fuel and is damaging especially to tur-
bocharged engines.
Remember that the servo-
brake and power steering
are not operational until the engine
has been started, therefore much ef-
fort than usual is required on the
brake pedal and steering wheel.
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If when turning the key to
MAR the warning light
¬does not turn on or stays on during
car travel (together with the message
on the multifunctional display, where
provided), a failure may have oc-
curred in the restraint systems. In this
case the airbags or pretensioners may
not be deployed after an impact or,
in a minor number of cases, they may
be deployed accidentally. Contact Fi-
at Dealership immediately to have
the system checked immediately.
WARNING
The failure of the warning
light
¬is indicated by the
warning light flashing longer than the
expected 4 seconds
“thus signalling
that the front passenger airbag is de-
activated. In addition, the airbag sys-
tem automatically disables the airbag
on the passenger’s side (both front
and side airbags, where provided). In
this case, the warning light
¬does
not necessarily indicate a failure in
the restraining systems. Contact Fiat
Dealership immediately to have the
system checked.
WARNING
HOT ENGINE
COOLANT (red)
When the ignition key is
moved to MAR, the warning
light turns on and should go off after a few
seconds.
The warning light turns on when the en-
gine is overheated.
If the warning light comes on, proceed as
follows:
❒during normal travel: stop the car,
stop the engine and check that the wa-
ter level in the vessel is not under the
MINline. If this is the case, wait for a
few minutes for the engine to cool
down. Then, slowly and carefully open
the cap, top-up with coolant and check
that the level is between the MINand
MAXreference lines on the vessel. Al-
so check for leakages. Should the warn-
ing light turn on again at the next start-
up, contact Fiat Dealership.
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❒If the vehicle is used under severe
conditions(e.g. towing of trailers up-
hill or fully loaded vehicle): slow down
and stop the car if the warning light
stays on. Stop for 2 or 3 minutes with
the engine running and slightly accel-
erated to favour better coolant circu-
lation. Then stop the engine. Check
correct fluid level as described above.
IMPORTANT Under severe use of the
car, keep the engine on and slightly accel-
erated for a few minutes before switching
it off.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
LOW BATTERY
CHARGE (red)
When the ignition key is
moved to MAR, the warning
light turns on and should go out as soon
as the engine is started (with the engine
running at idle speed a brief delay in go-
ing out is allowed). If the warning light
stays on, immediately contact Fiat Deal-
ership.
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