2013 FIAT BRAVO alarm

CAR INACTIVITYIf the car is to be left inactive for longer than a
month, the following precautions should be
observed:
❒park the car in covered, dry and if possible
well-ventilated premises and slightly open the
windows;
❒engage a gear and disengage the handbrake;
❒disconnect the negative battery terminal and
check charge (see paragraph “Battery - Charge
and electrolyte level check” in chapter
“Maintenance and care”);
❒clean and protect the painted parts using
protective wax;
❒clean and protect the shiny metal parts using
special compounds available commercially;❒sprinkle talcum powder on the rubber
windscreen and rear window wiper blades and lift
them off the glass;
❒cover the car with a cloth or perforated plastic
sheet. Do not use sheets of non-perforated
plastic as they do not allow moisture on the car
body to evaporate;
❒inflate tyres to +0.5 bar above the standard
specified pressure and check it at intervals;
❒do not drain the engine cooling system.
IMPORTANT Where relevant, switch off the car
alarm with the remote control.
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The warning light will switch on when the system is
either not working or not available.
Under these circumstances, the braking system will
work as normal but without the extra performance
offered by the ABS system.
Drive carefully and contact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
The display will show the dedicated message.
EBD FAILURE (red)
(amber)
If warning lightsand
are lit up at the same
time with the engine running, this indicates an EBD
system failure or that the system is not available.
Early locking of the rear wheels may occur in
the event of violent braking, causing the car to
swerve. Drive very carefully to the nearest Fiat
Dealership to have the system inspected
immediately. The display shows the dedicated
message.
FIAT CODE SYSTEM FAILURE /
ALARM FAILURE / BREAK-IN
ATTEMPT (amber)
Fiat CODE system failure
When the key is turned to MAR-ON, the warning
light should flash once and then switch off. Thiswarning light (or symbol on the display), when on
constantly with the ignition key turned to
MAR-ON, indicates a possible failure (see “Fiat
CODE system” in "Knowing your car" chapter).
The display shows the dedicated message.
IMPORTANT Warning lights
and
(or the
symbol on the display) will switch on at the same
time to indicate a Fiat CODE system failure
If the
warning light (or symbol in the display) is
flashing, this means that the vehicle is not protected
by the engine immobilizer device (see “Fiat CODE
system” in the "Knowing your car" chapter).
Contact a Fiat Dealership to have all the keys
stored in the memory.
Alarm failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
A failure in the alarm system is signalled by this
warning light (or symbol in the display) switching
on. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
The display will show the dedicated message.
Break-in attempt
This warning light (or symbol on the display)
switches on when a break-in attempt is detected.
Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
The display will show the dedicated message.
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Dashboard fuse box FUSE AMPS
Control on brake pedal (normally open contact NO)/
Instrument panel (NQS)/Gas discharge bulbs control
units on front headlightsF37 7,5
Radio and radio navigator (excluding 1.4 Turbo MultiAir
versions with optional Hi-Fi)/Radio setup/Blue&Me™
system/Alarm siren (CSA)/Alarm system on roof light/
Internal cooling unit/Tyre pressure monitoring system
control unit (CPP)/Diagnosis socket connector/Rear
roof lightsF39 10
Heated rear window F40 30
Electric door mirror demisters/Demisters on
windscreen jetsF41 7,5
Windscreen wiper/Bi-directional windscreen/rear
window washer electric pump system on steering
column stalkF43 30
Current sockets/Cigar lighter F44 15
Electric sun roof motor F46 20
Front electric window (driver side) F47 20
Front electric window (passenger side) F48 20
Emergency control panel (lighting)/Right branch central
control panel (lighting, ASR switch) and left branch/
Steering wheel controls (lighting)/Control panel on
front roof light (lighting)/Volume sensing alarm system
control unit (deactivation)/Electric sun roof system
(control unit, control lighting)/Rain sensor/Dusk sensor
on rear view mirror/Heating pad activation controls on
front seatsF49 5
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BATTERY RECHARGINGIMPORTANT The battery recharging procedure is
given as information only. You are advised to
contact a Fiat Dealership to have this operation
performed.
Low amperage slow recharging for approximately
24 hours is advised. Charging for a longer time may
damage the battery.
VERSIONS WITHOUT Start&Stop SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Charge the battery as follows:
❒disconnect the negative battery terminal;
❒connect the charger cables to the battery
terminals, observing the polarity;
❒turn on the charger;
❒when it is recharged, turn the charger off before
disconnecting it from the battery;
❒reconnect the negative battery terminal.
VERSIONS WITH Start&Stop SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Charge the battery as follows:
❒disconnect the connector A fig. 194 (pressing the
button B) from the sensor C monitoring the
battery conditions, on the negative pole D of the
battery;❒connect the positive cable of the battery charger
to the positive battery terminal E and the
negative cable to sensor terminal D as shown;
❒turn on the battery charger. At the end of the
charging process, switch the battery charger off;
❒after having disconnected the battery charger,
reconnect connector A fig. 194 to the sensor
C as shown.
IMPORTANT If the car is equipped with an alarm
system, disarm it by means of the remote control
(see "Alarm" paragraph in "Dashboard and controls"
chapter)
WARNING
Battery fluid is poisonous and
corrosive: avoid contact with your skin
and eyes.The battery should be charged in a
well ventilated place, away from naked flames
or possible sources of sparks: danger of
explosion and fire.
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USEFUL ADVICE FOR EXTENDING THE
LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and make it last
longer, observe the following instructions:
❒when you park the car, ensure that the doors,
tailgate, bonnet and flaps are closed properly,
to prevent any roof lights from remaining on
inside the passenger compartment;
❒switch off all roof lights inside the car: the car is
however equipped with a system which switches
the internal lights off automatically;
❒do not keep accessories (e.g. radio, hazard
warning lights, etc.) switched on for a long time
when the engine is not running;
❒before performing any operation on the electrical
system, disconnect the negative battery pole;
❒completely tighten the battery terminals.IMPORTANT If the charge level remains under 50%
for a long time, the battery is damaged by
sulphation, reducing its capacity and efficiency at
start-up.
The battery will also be more at risk of freezing
(this can happen as early as -10°C). Refer to the
paragraph "Car inactivity" in "Starting and driving" if
the car is left parked for a long time.
If after buying the car, you want to install electric
accessories which require permanent electrical
supply (alarm, etc.) or accessories influencing the
electrical supply requirements, contact a Fiat
Dealership whose qualified personnel, in addition to
suggesting the most suitable devices from
Lineaccessori Fiat, will evaluate the overall electrical
consumption, checking whether the car’s electric
system is capable of withstanding the load required,
or whether it should be integrated with a more
powerful battery.
Since these devices continue to consume energy
even when the engine is off, they gradually run
down the battery.
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INDEX
A
BS (system) .............................. 106
Activation/Deactivation
(CITY function) ......................... 119
Activation of internal air
recirculation and
enablement of AQS
function (Air Quality
System)......................................... 68
Additional heater .............. 59-64-70
Adjustable side vents and
diffusers........................................ 54
Adjusting headlights
alignment .................................... 105
Air cleaner .................................... 240
Air distribution selection ........... 69
Alarm .............................................. 17
Anti-pinch safety device ............. 91
Ashtray ........................................... 88
ASR (system) ............................... 110
Automatic dual zone climate
control system ........................... 65
Automatic headlight sensor
(dusk sensor) .............................. 73
Automatic operation of the
climate control system
(AUTO function) ....................... 66
Battery ......................................... 241
Battery (recharging) ................... 219
Bodywork
– bodywork codes .................... 254
– maintenance ........................... 247
– protection against
atmospheric agents ............... 247
– warranty .................................. 247
Bodywork versions ..................... 254
Bonnet ........................................... 102
Brake Assist.................................. 108
Brake fluid..................................... 239
Brakes
– specifications .......................... 258
bulb replacement ................ 200-202
Bulb replacement
– exterior lights......................... 197
– interior lights .......................... 204
Bulbs
– bulbs (replacement) .............. 193
– general instructions .............. 193
– types of bulbs ......................... 195Car dimensions........................... 269
Cargo box..................................... 102
Carrying children safely ............. 138– child seats................................ 145
– "Universal Isofix" child
seat assembly setup .............. 144
Central diffusers .......................... 55
Central locking ............................. 92
Changing a wheel ........................ 182
Checking fluid levels ................... 230
Child lock device ......................... 93
Cigar lighter .................................. 87
Cleaning and maintenance
– bodywork ................................ 247
– car interior.............................. 250
– engine compartment ............ 249
– front headlights ...................... 249
– Plastic and coated parts....... 251
– seats ......................................... 250
– windows .................................. 249
Climate control/heating
system .......................................... 53
Climate control system
compressor
activation/deactivation.............. 69
Clutch ............................................ 258
CO2 emissions ............................ 279
Code card...................................... 9
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