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Dashboard fuse box FUSE AMPS
Radio and radio navigator /Radio setup//Blue&Me
TM
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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YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
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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.
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.
IMPORTANT If the car is equipped with an alarm
system, this has to be disabled using the remote
control (see the "Alarm" paragraph in "Knowing your
car" 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.
WARNING
Do not attempt to charge a frozen
battery: it must be thawed first ,
otherwise it may explode. If freezing has
occurred, the battery should be checked by
skilled personnel to make sure that the internal
elements are not damaged and that the body
is not cracked, with the risk of leaking
poisonous and corrosive acid.
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YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
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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 wish to install electrical
accessories which require permanent electrical
supply (alarm, etc.) or accessories which influence
the electrical supply requirements, contact a Fiat
Dealership, whose qualified staff will evaluate the
overall electrical consumption.
WARNING
Battery fluid is poisonous and corrosive.
Avoid contact with the skin and eyes.
Keep open flames away from the battery and
do not use objects that might create sparks: risk
of explosion and fire.
WARNING
Using the battery with insufficient fluid
irreparably damages the battery and
may cause an explosion.Incorrect installation of electrical and
electronic devices may cause severe
damage to your car. After purchasing your
car, if you wish to install any accessories
(anti-theft , car phone, etc .), contact a Fiat
Dealership, which will suggest the most
appropriate devices for your vehicle, and will,
most importantly, advise you if a higher capacity
battery needs to be installed.Batteries contain substances which are
very dangerous for the environment . For
battery replacement , contact a Fiat
Dealership.
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YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCYSERVICING AND
MAINTENANCETECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
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INDEX
A
BS (system) .............................. 89
Accessories purchased by
the owner ................................... 96
Activation/Deactivation
(CITY function) ......................... 97
Activation of internal air
recirculation and
enablement of AQS
function (Air Quality
System)........................................ 49
Additional heater ............. 41-45-51
Adjustable side vents and
diffusers....................................... 37
Air cleaner ................................... 212
Air distribution selection .......... 50
Alarm ............................................. 14
Anti-pinch safety device ............ 74
Ashtray .......................................... 70
ASR (system) ............................... 93
Automatic dual zone climate
control system .......................... 46
Automatic headlight sensor
(dusk sensor) ............................. 54
Automatic operation of the
climate control system
(AUTO function) ...................... 47
Battery ........................................ 212
– advice for extending
lifetime .................................... 212
– replacement ........................... 212
Battery (recharging) .................. 198
Bodywork
– maintenance .......................... 220
– protection against
atmospheric agents.............. 219
– warranty ................................. 219
Bonnet........................................... 85
Brake Assist ................................. 91
Brake fluid.................................... 210
Brakes
– specifications ......................... 231
ulb replacement ............... 180-182
Bulb replacement
– exterior lights ....................... 177
– interior lights......................... 184
Bulbs
– bulbs (replacement) ............. 174
– general instructions ............. 174
– types of bulbs ........................ 175
Capacities.................................... 242
Car dimensions .......................... 239
Cargo Box .................................... 85
Carrying children safely ............ 116
– child restraint systems ........ 124
– "Isofix" child restraint
system setup ......................... 122
Central diffusers ......................... 37
Central locking ............................ 75
Changing a wheel ....................... 162
Checking fluid levels.................. 206
Child lock device ........................ 75
Child restraint systems
(compliance for use) ............... 121
Cigar lighter ................................. 69
Cleaning and maintenance
– bodywork ............................... 219
– car interior............................. 222
– engine compartment ........... 221
– front headlights ..................... 221
– Plastic and coated parts...... 223
– seats ................................ 222-223
– windows ................................. 221
Climate control/heating
system ......................................... 36
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YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
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TECHNICAL
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