2012 FIAT STRADA refuelling

REFUELLING
Refuel the vehicle exclusively with diesel for motor
vehicles in compliance with European specification
EN590.
The use of other products or mixtures may damage
the engine beyond repair and consequently
invalidate the warranty, due to the damage caused.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Make sure that the handbrake is engaged, set the
gear lever to neutral, fully depress the clutch
without pressing the accelerator, then turn the
ignition key to MAR and wait for the
mand Uwarning lights to switch off; turn the ignition key
to AVV and release it as soon as the engine has
started.
PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
The catalytic converter reaches high
temperatures during operation. Do not park on
grass, dry leaves, pine needles or other
flammable material: fire hazard.
RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
The vehicle is fitted with a system that allows
continuous diagnosis of the emission-related
components in order to help protect the
environment.ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
If, after buying the vehicle, you wish to add
electrical accessories (with the risk of gradually
draining the battery), contact a Fiat Dealership.
They will calculate the overall electrical
requirement and check that the vehicle’s
electrical system can support the required load.
CODE card
Keep it in a safe place, not in the vehicle.
You are advised to keep the electronic code on
the CODE card with you at all times
.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct maintenance enables the vehicle to
perfectly maintain performance and safety
characteristics, its environmentalfriendliness and
its low running costs over time.
THE OWNER HANDBOOK CONTAINS…
... important information, advice and warnings for
correct use, driving safety and maintenance of
your vehicle over time. Pay particular attention
to the symbols
"(personal safety)
#(environmental protection)
!(vehicle integrity).
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION!
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RADIO TRANSMITTERS AND
MOBILE PHONES
Radio transmitters (car phones, CB
radios etc.) cannot be used inside
the vehicle unless a separate aerial is
mounted externally.
IMPORTANT The use of such
devices inside the passenger
compartment (without an external
aerial) may, in addition to potential
damage to the health of the
passengers, cause malfunctions in the
vehicle’s electronic systems,
compromising the safety of the
vehicle.
In addition, transmission and
reception of these devices may be
adversely affected by the shielding
effect of the vehicle’s body.
As far as the use of EC-approved
mobile phones is concerned (GSM,
GPRS, UMTS), follow the usage
instructions provided by the mobile
phone manufacturer.REFUELLING
Never introduce even a
minimal quantity of
petrol to the tank, even
in an emergency; the catalytic
converter would be damaged,
irreparably compromising its
operation.
An inefficient catalytic
converter leads to
harmful exhaust
emissions, thus contributing to
environmental pollution.
The vehicle must be
refuelled exclusively
with diesel for motor
vehicles in compliance with
European specification EN590.
The use of other products or
mixtures may damage the
engine beyond repair and
consequently invalidate the
warranty, due to the damage
caused. If you accidentally
refuel with another type of fuel,
do not start the engine, and
drain the tank. If the engine has
run, even for a very short time,
with other fuels, the whole fuel
circuit must be drained in
addition to the tank.
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If the outside temperature is very
low, diesel thickens due to the
formation of paraffin clots with
consequent defective operation of
the fuel supply system.
In order to avoid these problems,
different types of diesel are
distributed according to the season:
summer type, winter type and arctic
type (cold/mountain areas). If
refuelling with diesel fuel whose
specifications are not suitable for the
current temperature, it is advisable
to mix TUTELA DIESEL ART
additive in the proportions shown
on the container with the fuel. Pour
the additive into the tank before the
diesel fuel.
When using or parking the vehicle
for a long time in the mountains or
cold areas, it is advisable to refuel
using locally available diesel fuel.
In this case, it is also advisable to
keep the tank over 50% full.REFUELLING CAPACITY
To fill the tank completely, top up
twice after the first click of the fuel
delivery gun. Further top-ups could
cause faults in the fuel supply system.
FUEL TANK CAP
The sealing may cause a slight
pressure increase in the tank.
A suction noise when you release
the cap is therefore entirely normal.
The cap features a strap A-fig. 104
which secures it to the flap so that it
cannot be mislaid.
fig. 104
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Do not bring naked
flames or lit cigarettes
near to the fuel tank opening:
fire risk. Also, keep your face
away from the filler to avoid
inhaling harmful fumes.
WARNING
IMPORTANT If necessary, only
replace the fuel cap with another
original part, or the operation of the
petrol vapour recovery system may
be compromised.
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Footboards..................................................................................... 79
Front ceiling light ......................................................................... 66
- bulb replacement ................................................................. 120
Front roof lights
- bulb replacement ................................................................. 120
- control ................................................................................... 66
Fuel consumption ........................................................................ 171
Fuel cut-off (automatic switch) .................................................65
Fuel cut-off switch ...................................................................... 65
Fuel level indicator gauge ...........................................................27
Fuel tank cap.................................................................................. 93
Fuel
- consumption ......................................................................... 171
- fuel cap ................................................................................... 93
- fuel cut-off ............................................................................. 65
- level gauge ............................................................................. 27
- refuelling.................................................................................. 92
- specification......................................................................158-168
Fuses .............................................................................................. 121
- dashboard fuse box ............................................................. 123
- engine compartment fuse box .......................................... 124
- fuse list .............................................................................125-126
- general information ............................................................. 121
Gearbox
- using the gearbox ................................................................. 99
Glasses holder ...............................................................................66
Glove box light
- bulb replacement ................................................................. 121
Glove compartment .................................................................. 65Handbrake ................................................................................... 98
Hazard lights ................................................................................. 63
Hazard warning lights switch ....................................................63
Headlights .....................................................................................79
- alignment corrector ............................................................ 79
- light beam direction ............................................................. 79
- washing ................................................................................... 153
Headrests
- front ........................................................................................ 17
- rear ......................................................................................... 18
Heating / climate control system ............................................. 55
Heating and ventilation................................................................ 55
- controls ................................................................................... 56
Heavy use of the vehicle............................................................. 137
How to save fuel........................................................................... 102
Identification data ........................................................................ 155
- VIN plate ............................................................................... 155
Ignition ........................................................................................... 11
Ignition switch .............................................................................. 11
In an emergency..................................................................... 107
Instrument panel ..........................................................................14-15
Interiors ..........................................................................................153
Internal features ........................................................................... 65
Jack ..................................................................................109-110-128
Key with remote control ......................................................... 8
Keys ................................................................................................ 7
- duplicating ...............................................................................10
Know your vehicle................................................................... 7
Leather trim
- cleaning ....................................................................................154
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Rear fog lights
- bulb replacement............................................................118-119
- control ..................................................................................... 64
Rear roof light
- bulb replacement ................................................................. 121
- control ..................................................................................... 67
Rear roof light
- bulb replacement ................................................................. 121
- control ..................................................................................... 67
Rear view mirrors
- door mirrors ..........................................................................19
- interior .................................................................................... 18
Refuelling........................................................................................ 92
- filling the tank......................................................................... 93
- fuel cap .................................................................................... 93
- saving....................................................................................... 102
Remote control battery (replacement) ................................... 10
Remote control ............................................................................ 8
- additional................................................................................. 9
- ministerial approval............................................................... 10
- replacing the battery ............................................................ 10
Rev counter .................................................................................. 29
Reversing lights
- bulb replacement............................................................118-119
Right stalk ....................................................................................... 60
Rim Protector (tyres) ................................................................. 162
Rims
- correct reading ..................................................................... 163
- specifications ......................................................................... 163
Roll and pitch meters
- pitch meter............................................................................. 30
- recalibrating the instruments ............................................ 31
- roll meter................................................................................30
Rubber tubes................................................................................. 148Scrappage ................................................................................. 171
Scrapping the vehicle................................................................... 173
Seat belts .......................................................................................20
- front ........................................................................................ 20
- general instructions .............................................................. 22
- height adjustment ................................................................. 20
- maintenance .......................................................................... 24
- rear ......................................................................................... 21
Seats
- adjusting ..................................................................................16-17
- cleaning ....................................................................................153
Set-up menu................................................................................... 34
Side lights
- control ..................................................................................... 61
- front bulb replacement ....................................................... 117
- rear bulb replacement..........................................................118
Snow chains .................................................................................. 104
Socket ............................................................................................. 67
Speed ratings (tyres) ................................................................... 162
Speedometer................................................................................. 27
Starting the engine ......................................................................95-96
- bump starting ........................................................................ 108
- ignition switch ....................................................................... 11
- jump starting ......................................................................... 107
Steering lock ................................................................................. 11
Steering wheel ...............................................................................18
Steering........................................................................................... 160
Sun visors ...................................................................................... 68
Sun visors ....................................................................................... 68
Sunroof........................................................................................... 71
Suspension...................................................................................... 160
Symbols........................................................................................... 7
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