2014 FIAT DUCATO BASE CAMPER fuel consumption

Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
amberTPMS
TPMS failure
The warning light switches on when a fault is
detected in the TPMS.In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon
as possible.
Tyre pressure low
The warning light switches on to indicate that the
tyre pressure is lower than the recommended value
and/or that slow pressure loss is occurring. In
these circumstances, optimal tyre duration and fuel
consumption may not be guaranteed.
IMPORTANT
22) If, when the ignition key is turned to MAR-ON, the
warning light does not switch on or if it stays on steadily or
flashing when travelling (on certain versions together with the message on the display), contact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
23) The presence of water in the supply circuit may cause severe damage to the injection system and irregular engine
operation. If the warning light
switches on (on some versions together with the dedicated message on the
display), contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have the system bled. If the above indication occurs
immediately after refuelling, water may have entered the tank: turn the engine off immediately and contact a Fiat
Dealership.
24) During regeneration, the fan may be activated.
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STOPPING THE ENGINE
Turn the ignition key to STOP while the
engine is idling.
31) 32)
IMPORTANT
26) It is advisable not to demand
maximum performance from
your vehicle (e.g. excessive
acceleration, long distances at
high speeds, excessively intense
braking, etc.) during the initial
period of use.
27) When the engine is off, do not
leave the ignition key turned to
MAR-ON to prevent unnecessary
electrical consumption from
draining the battery.
28) If the
warning light flashes
for about 60 seconds after
starting or during prolonged
cranking, this indicates a fault in
the glow plug preheating system.
Use the vehicle normally if the
engine starts, but contact a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible.29) Remember that the brake servo
and power steering are not
operational until the engine has
been started, so you need to apply
much more force than usual to
the brake pedal and steering
wheel.
30) Never start the engine by
pushing, towing or driving
downhill. This could cause fuel to
flow into the catalytic converter
and damage it beyond repair.
31) A quick burst on the accelerator
before turning off the engine
serves absolutely no practical
purpose; it wastes fuel and is
especially damaging to
turbocharged engines.
32) In some cases, when the engine
switches off, the fan could
activate for max. 120 seconds.
WARNING
125) It is dangerous to run the
engine in enclosed areas. The
engine takes in oxygen and
releases carbon dioxide, carbon
monoxide and other toxic gases.
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SAVING FUELSome useful tips are given below for
fuel saving and reducing harmful
emissions of CO2 and other pollutants
(nitrogen oxides, unburnt
hydrocarbons, Particulate Matter (PM),
etc.).
GENERAL
CONSIDERATIONS
The general factors that affect fuel
consumption are listed below.
Vehicle maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried
out in accordance with the “Scheduled
Servicing Plan”.Tyres
Check the tyre pressures at least once
every four weeks: if the pressure is
too low, consumption levels increase as
resistance to rolling is higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded
luggage compartment. The weight of
the vehicle (especially when driving
in town) and its geometry greatly affect
fuel consumption and stability.
Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack
from the roof after use. These
accessories decrease aerodynamic
penetration of the vehicle and have a
negative effect on fuel consumption.
When transporting particularly large
objects, use a trailer if possible.Electric devices
Use electrical devices only for the
amount of time needed. The heated
rear window, additional headlights,
windscreen/rear window wipers and
heater fan need a considerable amount
of energy, therefore increasing fuel
consumption (by up to 25% in
the urban cycle).
Climate control system
Air conditioning leads to higher fuel
consumption (on average up to +20%).
If the temperature outside permits, try
and use the ventilation only.
Devices for
aerodynamic control
The use of non-certified spoilers may
adversely affect air drag and fuel
consumption.
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DRIVING STYLE
The main driving styles that affect fuel
consumption are listed below.
Cranking
Do not warm up the engine at low or
high revs when the vehicle is stationary;
this causes the engine to warm up
more slowly, thereby increasing fuel
consumption and emissions. It is
therefore advisable to move off
immediately, slowly, avoiding high
speeds: in this way the engine will
warm up more quickly.Unnecessary actions
Avoid accelerating when stopped at
traffic lights or before switching off the
engine. This action and also double
declutching is absolutely pointless on
modern cars and also increases
consumption and pollution.
Gear selection
As soon as the conditions of the traffic
and road permit, use a higher gear.
Using a low gear for faster acceleration
will increase consumption.
In the same way improper use of a high
gear increases consumption, emissions
and engine wear.
Max. speed
Fuel consumption increases
considerably with speed. Maintain a
constant speed, avoiding unnecessary
braking and acceleration, which cost
in terms of both fuel consumption and
emissions.
Acceleration
Accelerating violently will greatly affect
consumption and emissions:
acceleration should be gradual.USAGE CONDITIONS
The main usage conditions that
negatively affect fuel consumption are
listed below.
Cold starting
Short journeys and frequent cold starts
do not allow the engine to reach
optimum operating temperature.
This results in a significant increase in
consumption levels (from +15 to +30%
on the urban cycle) and emissions.
Traffic and road
conditions
Rather high consumption levels are
linked to situations with heavy traffic, for
instance when travelling in queues
with frequent use of the lower gears or
in cities with many traffic lights. Winding
mountain roads and rough road
surfaces also adversely affect
consumption.
Stops in traffic
During prolonged hold-ups (e.g. level
crossings) the engine should be
switched off.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Everything you may find useful for
understanding how your vehicle
is made and works is contained in this
chapter and illustrated with data, tables
and graphics. For the enthusiasts and
the technician, but also just for those
who want to know every detail of their
vehicle.IDENTIFICATION DATA....................250
ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK
VERSION ........................................252
ENGINE ..........................................254
POWER SUPPLY ............................255
TRANSMISSION .............................256
SUSPENSION .................................257
BRAKES .........................................258
STEERING ......................................259
WHEELS .........................................260
DIMENSIONS ..................................264
PERFORMANCE .............................274
WEIGHTS........................................276
SUPPLIES .......................................316
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ............318
FUEL CONSUMPTION ....................321
CO2 EMISSIONS ............................332
OFFICIAL TYPE APPROVALS .........342
PRESCRIPTIONS FOR HANDLING
THE VEHICLE AT THE END OF ITS
LIFE ................................................346
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FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSYour vehicle is equipped with an engine oil that has been thoroughly developed and tested in order to meet the requirements of
the Scheduled Servicing Plan. Constant use of the prescribed lubricants guarantees the fuel consumption and emission
specifications. Lubricant quality is crucial for engine operation and duration.
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS AND THEIR SPECIFICATIONSUseFluid and lubricant features for a correct use
of the carGenuine fluids and
lubricantsReplacement intervalDiesel engine
lubricants
56)
SAE 5W-30 ACEA C2 grade synthetic base
lubricants.
ClassificationFIAT 9.55535-S1.SELENIA WR P.E.
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F510.D07According to
Scheduled Servicing
Plan
In the case of emergency, if the above specified lubricants are not available, products with the minimum indicated ACEA
performance can be used for topping up; in this case optimal performance of the engine is not guaranteed.
IMPORTANT
56) The use of products with specifications other than those indicated above could cause damage to the engine not
covered by the warranty.
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FUEL CONSUMPTIONThe fuel consumption figures given in the tables below are determined on the basis of the type-approval tests laid down by
specific European Directives.
These consumption values refer to basic vehicles without optionals.
The procedures below are followed for measuring consumption:
❒urban cycle: begins with cold starting, followed by driving simulating the use of the vehicle in town;
❒extra-urban cycle: driving that simulates using the vehicle out of town with frequent acceleration in all gears; the speed varies
from 0 to 120 km/h;
❒combined consumption: calculated with a weighting of approximately 37% of the urban cycle and 63% of the extra-urban
cycle.
IMPORTANT The type of route, traffic situations, weather conditions, driving style, general conditions of the vehicle, trim
level/equipment/accessories, climate control system, vehicle load, roof rack, other situations that affect aerodynamics or air
drag may lead to different fuel consumption levels than those measured.
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Fuel consumption (according to the current European Directive - litres/100 km)
VersionsTotal weight on the
ground (kg)Consumption
Urban Extra-urb. Combi
110 (°)
/130/
150 MultiJet
Cab chassis - CH1 - MH1 - LH1 - MLH1
- XXLH1 - Cab chassis with load platform
- CH1 - MH1 - LH1
30008,4 6,3 7,1
Chassis without cab - CH1 - MH1 - LH1 -
MLH1 - XXLH17,0 5,1 5,8
Van - CH1 - CH2 - MH1 - MH2 - Combi -
MH1 - MH28,6 6,5 7,3
Flatbed CH1 - MH1 - MDH1 7,7 5,7 6,4
Panorama - CH1 8,6 6,0 7,0
Cab chassis - CH1 - MH1 - LH1 - MLH1
- XXLH1 - Long cab flatbed - MH1 - LH1
33008,4 6,3 7,1
Chassis without cab - CH1 - MH1 - LH1 -
MLH1 - XXLH17,0 5,1 5,8
Cab chassis with load platform - CH1 -
MH1 - LH1 - - Long cab chassis - LH1 -
MH1 - Panorama - MH1 - MH28,6 6,5 7,3
Flatbed CH1 - MH1 - MDH1 - LH1 - Van
- CH1 - CH2 - MH1 - MH2 - LH2 - LH37,7 5,7 6,4
Combi CH1 - MH1 - MH2 8,2 5,5 6,5
(°)Version for specific markets
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