2014 FIAT BRAVO engine

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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PASSENGER/SIDE AIRBAGS
DEACTIVATED (amber)
The warning light
switches on when the front
passenger's airbag and side bag are disabled. With
front passenger airbag on, when the ignition key
is turned to MAR-ON, the
warning light switches
on constantly for several seconds, it flashes for
another few seconds and then it should switch off.
WARNING
A failure of the
warning light is
indicated by warning light
switching
on. In addition, the airbag system automatically
disables the airbags on the passenger's side
(both front and side airbags where provided).
Before continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership
immediately to have the system checked.
UNFASTENED SEAT BELTS (red)
The warning light switches on constantly with the
car stationary and the driver's side or passenger side
seat belt (when the passenger is present) not
fastened.The warning light will flash and a buzzer will sound if
the car is in motion and the front seat belts are
not correctly fastened.
The SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) system buzzer can
only be permanently switched off by a Fiat
Dealership.
The system can be reactivated using the Setup Menu.
LOW BATTERY CHARGE (red)
The warning light comes on when the ignition key is
turned to MAR-ON, but it should go out as soon
as the engine has started (with the engine running at
idle speed a brief delay before going out is
acceptable).
If the warning light stays on constantly or continues
to flash, contact a Fiat Dealership immediately.CONTINUOUSLY ON: LOW
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE (red)
ON FLASHING: ENGINE OIL
DETERIORATED
(only MultiJet versions with DPF - red)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR-ON, the
warning light switches on but should switch off
as soon as the engine is started.
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Low engine oil pressure
The warning light switches on constantly together
(for versions/markets, where provided) with a
message on the display when the system detects that
the engine oil pressure is too low.
WARNING
If the warning light
turns on when
the car is travelling (on certain versions
together with the message on the display) stop
the engine immediately and contact a Fiat
Dealership.
Engine oil degraded
(versions with DPF only)
The warning light will flash and a specific message will
appear on the display (for versions/markets, where
provided). The warning light may flash in the
following ways, depending on the version:
❒for 1 minute every two hours;
❒cycles of 3 minutes with intervals with the warning
light off for 5 seconds until the oil is changed.
After the first indication, at each engine start-up the
warning light will continue flashing as described
above until the oil is changed. The display (for
versions/markets, where provided), shows a
dedicated message together with the warning light.The flashing of this warning light should not be
considered as a fault; it informs the customer that
the oil needs to be changed following normal car use.
Note that engine oil degrades faster under the
following circumstances:
❒mainly town use of the car which makes the DPF
regeneration process more frequent;
❒use of the car for short drives, in which the engine
does not have time to reach its regular operating
temperature;
❒repeated interruption of the regeneration process,
signalled by the DPF warning light coming on.
WARNING
If the warning light switches on, the
deteriorated engine oil must be changed
as soon as possible, and never more than 500
km from the first time that the warning light
switches on. Failure to observe the above
indication may result in severe damage to the
engine and invalidate the warranty. Remember
that the operation of this warning light is not
related to the amount of oil in the engine.
Therefore, never top up with oil when the
warning light starts flashing.
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“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING FAILURE (red)
The warning light comes on when the ignition key is
turned to MAR-ON, but it should switch off after
a few seconds.
The electric power steering system will not work
when the warning light is on and considerably more
effort is needed on the steering wheel. The car
can still be steered. In this case, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
The display will show the dedicated message.“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING ACTIVATION (indication
on display)
The indication CITY switches on when the
"Dualdrive" electric power steering system is
activated by pressing the
button on the dashboard.
The indication CITY will switch off when the
button is pressed again.
EXCESSIVE ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE (red)
Turning the key to the MAR-ON position the
warning light switches on, but it should switch off
after a few seconds. The warning light turns on when
the engine is overheated. If the warning light comes
on, proceed as follows:
❒when driving normally:stop the car, switch off
the engine and check that the water level in the
reservoir is not below the MIN mark. If it is, wait
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 MIN and MAX
marks on the reservoir. Also check visually for
any fluid leaks. If, when restarting, the warning
light switches on again, contact a Fiat Dealership.
❒If the car is used under demanding
conditions(e.g. towing trailers uphill or fully
loaded): slow down and, if the light stays on, stop
the car. Wait for 2 or 3 minutes with the engine
running and slightly accelerated to further favour
the coolant circulation. Then stop the engine.
Check the correct coolant level as described
above.
IMPORTANT Over demanding routes, it is advisable
to keep the engine on and slightly accelerated for
a few minutes before switching it off.
The display will show the dedicated message.
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INCOMPLETE DOOR LOCKING
(red)
The warning light switches on when one or more
doors are not completely shut. An acoustic signal is
activated with the doors open and the car moving.GENERIC FAILURE INDICATION
(amber)
Fuel cut-off inertia switch tripped
The warning light comes on when the inertial fuel
cut-off switch is triggered. The display shows the
dedicated message.
Engine oil pressure sensor failure
The warning light comes on when the engine oil
pressure sensor is faulty.
Dusk sensor failure
This warning light comes on when a dusk sensor
fault is detected. The display shows the dedicated
message.
Preset speed limit exceeded
(for Arab countries only)
The warning light switches on when the vehicle
speed exceeds 120 km/h.Rain sensor failure
The warning light switches on when a rain sensor
fault is detected. The display shows the dedicated
message.
Parking sensor failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light turns on when failure is detected in
the parking sensors.
Tyre pressure monitoring system failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light turns on when a failure is detected
in the TPMS (for versions/markets where provided).
Should one or more wheels without a sensor be
fitted, the instrument panel warning light will come
on and stay on until the initial conditions are
restored. The display shows the dedicated message.
NoteIf one of the above mentioned failures occurs,
contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
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DPF (DIESEL PARTICULATE
FILTER) CLEANING IN PROGRESS
(only versions with DPF) (amber)
When the key is turned to MAR-ON, the warning
light switches on but should switch off after a few
seconds. The warning light (together with a message
and a symbol on the display on some versions)
switches on constantly to notify the driver that the
DPF system needs to eliminate captured pollutants
(particulate) through the regeneration process.
The warning light does not switch on during every
DPF regeneration, but only when driving conditions
require that the driver is notified. To switch the
warning light off, the car must be kept moving until
the regeneration process is completed.
On average, the process lasts fifteen minutes. The
best conditions to complete the regeneration
process are reached driving the car at about 60 km/h
with engine speed over 2000 rpm.
If this light switches on, it does not mean that the
car is defective, so there is no need to take it to
a workshop. On some versions, together with the
warning light switching on, the display shows a
dedicated message.
WARNING
The driving speed must always be
suitable for traffic and weather
conditions and the driver must always comply
with the Highway Code.The engine may be
switched off even if the DPF warning light is on:
repeated interruptions of the regeneration
process could cause an early deterioration of
engine oil. For this reason it is always advisable
to wait for the light to go off before turning
off the engine, following the instructions above.
It is not a good idea to complete DPF
regeneration with the car stationary.
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FUEL RESERVE (amber)
Turning the key to the MAR-ON position the
warning light switches on, but it should switch off
after a few seconds. The warning light turns on when
8-10 litres of fuel are left in the tank.
IMPORTANT The warning light will flash to indicate
a system failure. If this is the case, go to the Fiat
Dealership to have the system checked.EOBD/INJECTION SYSTEM
FAILURE (amber)
In normal conditions, when the ignition key is turned
to MAR-ON the warning light switches on, but
should switch off as soon as the engine is started.
If the warning light remains on or comes on whilst
driving, it means that the injection system is not
working properly; in particular, if the warning light
comes on constantly, this indicates a malfunction in
the supply/ignition system that could cause excessive
exhaust emissions, a possible loss of performance,
poor driveability and high fuel consumption.The display will show the dedicated message.
Under these conditions, you may continue travelling
at moderate speed without demanding excessive
effort from the engine. Prolonged use of the car with
the warning light on may cause damage: contact a
Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
The warning light goes out after the fault disappears,
but the notification is stored in the system.
Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible if the
warning light either does
notswitchonwhenthekeyisturnedto
MAR-ON or if while driving the warning light
switches on either constantly or flashes (along
with a message and a symbol on the display
on some versions).The operation of warning light
may be checked by the traffic police using
specific devices. Comply with the laws and
regulations of the country where you are driving.
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ESP SYSTEM/HILL HOLDER
FAILURE (amber)
ESP system
Turning the key to the MAR-ON position the
warning light switches on, but it should switch off
after a few seconds.
If the warning light does not go off or stays on
together with the LED on the ASR button when
travelling, contact a Fiat Dealership.
On some versions, the display shows the dedicated
message.
Flashing of the warning light while driving indicates
the intervention of the ESP system.
Hill Holder failure
It is indicated by the
warning light switching on.
On some versions, the display shows the dedicated
message.
GLOW PLUG PREHEATING/GLOW
PLUG PREHEATING FAILURE
(MultiJet versions - amber)
GLOW PLUG PREHEATING
The warning light switches on when the key is turned
to MAR-ON and switches off when the plugs have
reached the preset temperature. Start the engine as
soon as the warning light switches off.
IMPORTANT At moderate or high ambient
temperatures the warning light may stay on for an
extremely short time.
GLOW PLUG PREHEATING FAILURE
The warning light flashes if there is a fault in the
preheating system. Contact a Fiat Dealership to have
the fault fixed as soon as possible.The display will
show the dedicated message.
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