
TRIP COMPUTERGeneral information
The Trip computer is used to display information on
car operation when the key is turned to MAR-ON.
Two separate trips, called “Trip A” and “Trip B”,
are provided to monitor the entire mission (journey)
in a reciprocally independent manner.
Both functions can be reset (reset - start of a new
journey).
“Trip A” is used to display the figures relating to:
❒Outside temperature (for versions/markets where
provided)
❒Range
❒Distance covered
❒Average consumption
❒Instantaneous consumption
❒Average speed
❒Trip time (driving time).
“Trip B” is used to display the figures relating to:
❒Distance travelled B
❒Average consumption B
❒Average speed B
❒Trip time B (driving time).
NoteThe “Trip B” function may be disabled (see
“Activating Trip B”). The “Range” and “Instant
consumption" parameters cannot be reset.Values displayed
Range
This indicates the approximate distance which can be
travelled with the amount of fuel present in the
tank.“----”will appear on the display in the
following cases:
❒range value lower than 50 km (or 30 mi)
❒car parked with engine running for an extended
period.
IMPORTANT The range value variation can be
affected by several factors: driving style, type of route
(motorway, urban, mountain roads, etc.), conditions
of use (load, tyre pressures, etc.). Trip planning
must therefore take the above into account.
Distance covered
Shows the distance covered since the start of the
new journey.
Average consumption
Shows the approximate average fuel consumption
since the start of the new journey.
Instantaneous consumption
This indicates the fuel consumption. The value is
constantly updated. The display will show “----”if
the car is parked with the engine running.
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In order to avoid these problems, different types of
diesel fuel 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 car for a long time in the
mountains or cold areas, it is advisable to refuel
using locally available diesel. In this case, it is also
advisable to keep the tank over 50% full.
For diesel engines, only use diesel fuel for
motor vehicles in accordance with EN590
European specifications.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 been run, even for only a very short
time, you will need to have the entire fuel system
emptied in addition to the tank.
FILLING THE TANK
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.REFUELLING PROCEDURE FOR VERSIONS
EQUIPPED WITH "SMART FUEL" SYSTEM
"Smart Fuel" is a device integrated with the end of
the fuel filler pipe which opens and recloses
automatically when the fuel delivery gun is
introduced/removed. "Smart Fuel" is provided with
an inhibiter which prevents refuelling with incorrect
fuel.
The refuelling procedure described below is
illustrated on label B fig. 82, which is applied inside
the fuel flap. The label also indicates the fuel type
(UNLEADED FUEL=petrol, DIESEL=diesel fuel).
To refuel proceed as follows:
❒open the flap A fig. 82 pulling it outwards;
❒introduce the dispenser in the filler and refuel;
❒at the end of refuelling, before removing the
dispenser, wait for at least 10 seconds in order for
the fuel to flow inside the tank;
❒then remove the dispenser from the filler and
close flap A.
Flap A fig. 82 is provided with a dust cowl C which
prevents deposits of impurities and dust at the
end of the filler when the flap is closed.
Emergency refuelling (only for versions
equipped with "Smart Fuel")
If there is no fuel in the car or the supply circuit is
completely empty, proceed as follows to reintroduce
fuel to the tank:
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STARTING PROCEDURE FOR DIESEL
VERSIONS
Proceed as follows:
❒engage the handbrake and place the gearbox lever
in neutral;
❒turn the ignition key to MAR-ON: the warning
lights
and
on the instrument panel will
turn on;
❒wait for the warning lights
and
to switch
off;
❒fully press the clutch pedal without touching the
accelerator;
❒turn the ignition key to AVV as soon as warning
light
switches off. Waiting too long will waste
the heating work carried out by the plugs. Release
the key as soon as the engine starts.
IMPORTANT With cold engine, the accelerator must
be entirely released when turning the ignition key
to position AVV.
If the engine does not start at the first attempt,
return the ignition key to STOP before repeating the
procedure.
If, when the ignition key is at MAR-ON the
warning light remains lit, turn the key to STOP
and then back to MAR-ON; if the warning light
remains lit, try with the other keys provided with the
car.
Contact the Fiat Dealership if the engine still will not
start.
Warning light
will flash for 60 seconds
after starting or during prolonged
cranking to indicate a fault with the glow
plug heating system.You can use the car as usual
if the engine starts but you should contact a
Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
WARNING
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.
WARNING
Remember that the brake servo and
power steering are not operational until
the engine has been started, therefore much
effort than usual is required on the brake pedal
and steering wheel.We recommend that during the initial
period you do not demand to full
performance from the car (e.g. excessive
acceleration, long journeys at top speed, sharp
braking etc .).
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Never use a fast batter y-charger to star t
the engine as this could damage the
electronic systems of your car, par ticularly
the ignition and fuel supply control units.
WARNING
This procedure must be performed by
exper t personnel because incorrect
actions could cause electrical discharge of
considerable intensity. Furthermore, battery
fluid is poisonous and corrosive: avoid contact
with skin and eyes. Keep naked flames and
lighted cigarettes away from the battery and do
not cause sparks.
BUMP STARTING
Never bump start the engine by pushing, towing or
coasting downhill.
IMPORTANT Remember that the brake servo and
electrical power steering system are not active until
the engine is started. A much greater effort will
therefore be required to use the brake pedal or turn
the steering wheel.
CHANGING A WHEELGENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
The car is equipped with the “FIX&GO Automatic
Kit”: see the paragraph “FIX&GO Automatic Kit” for
how to use this device. As an alternative to the
“FIX&GO Automatic Kit” the car may be equipped
with a space-saver wheel: see the instructions on the
following pages for changing the tyre.
WARNING
The space-saver wheel (for versions/
markets where provided) is specific to
your car, do not use it on other models, or use
the space-saver wheel of other models on your
car.The space-saver wheel must only be used
in case of emergency. It must only be used
for the distance necessary to reach a service
point and the car speed must not exceed 80
km/h.The space-saver wheel has an orange
sticker that summarises the main cautions for
use and limitations. Never remove or cover
the label.The following information is provided
in four languages on the label: "Important!
For temporar y use only! 80 km/h max! Replace
with a standard tire as soon as possible. Never
cover this indication." Never apply a wheel
cap on a space-saver wheel.
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WARNING
Give the instruction brochure to the
personnel charged with handling the
tyre treated with the quick tyre repair kit .In the event of a puncture caused by
foreign bodies, the kit may be used to
repair tyres showing damages on the
track or shoulder up to max. 4 mm diameter.
WARNING
Punctures on the sides of the tire may
not be repaired. Do not use the quick
tyre repair kit if the tyre is damaged as a result
of driving with it deflated.
WARNING
Repairs are not possible in the case of
damage to the wheel rim (bad groove
distortion causing air loss). Do not remove
foreign bodies (screws or nails) from the tyre.
WARNING
Never operate the compressor for longer
than 20 consecutive minutes. Risk of
overheating.Tyres repaired with the quick tyre
repair kit must only be used temporarily, as
the kit is not suitable for a definitive repair.
WARNING
The cylinder contains ethyl glycol.
Contains latex: may cause an allergic
reaction. Harmful if swallowed. Eye irritant .
May cause irritation if inhaled or on contact .
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes. In the
event of contact , wash immediately with plenty
of water. If ingested, do not induce vomiting.
Rinse out your mouth, drink large quantities of
water and seek immediate medical attention.
Keep away from children.The product must not
be used by asthmatics. Do not inhale the
vapours during insertion and suction. Call a
doctor immediately if allergic reactions are
noted. Store the canister in its proper
compartment , away from sources of heat .The
sealant fluid has an expiry date. Replace the
bottle containing out-of-date sealant fluid.
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WHEELSRIMS AND TYRES
Pressed steel or alloy rims. Tubeless radial carcass
tyres. All approved tyres are listed in the registration
document.
IMPORTANT If there are any discrepancies between
the Owner handbook and the registration document,
take the information from the latter. For safe driving,
the car must be fitted with tyres of the same make
and type on all wheels.
IMPORTANT Do not use tubes with tubeless tires.
SPACE-SAVER WHEEL
Pressed steel rim. Tubeless tyre.
WHEEL GEOMETRY
Front wheel toe-in measured from rim to rim:1±1
mm
The values refer to the car in running order.CORRECT TYRE READING
Example fig. 161: 185/55 R 15 82T
185
Rated width (S, distance in mm between
sidewalls)
55
Height/width ratio (H/S) as a percentage
R
Radial tyre
15
Rim diameter in inches (Ø)
82
Load rating (capacity)
T
Maximum speed index
Maximum speed index
Q
up to 160 km/h
R
up to 170 km/h
S
up to 180 km/h
T
up to 190 km/h
U
up to 200 km/hfig. 161
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LOADING/EJECTING A CD
To load the CD, insert it gently into the slot to
activate the motorised loading system, which will
position it correctly.
The CD can be loaded with radio off and the ignition
key turned to MAR: in this case the radio will remain
off. When the radio is turned on, the last source
listened to before being switched off will be
activated.
When a CD is inserted the display will show the
symbol "CD-IN" and the text "CD Reading". They
will remain displayed for the entire time required for
the radio to read the CD tracks. When this time has
elapsed the radio automatically starts playing the first
track.
Press the
button (EJECT) with the radio on to
activate the motorised ejection of the CD. After
ejection, the last audio source listened to before
playing the CD will be heard.
WARNING
Do not inadvertently press the eject
button when inser ting a CD.If the CD is not removed from the radio, it will
automatically be reloaded about 20 seconds later and
the Tuner mode will be activated (Radio).
The CD cannot be ejected if the car radio is off.
If the ejected CD is reloaded without having removed
it completely from the slot, the radio will not switch
to the CD source.
Possible error messages
If the CD loaded cannot be read (e.g. a CD ROM has
been inserted or the CD is inserted the wrong way
round or there is a reading error) the display will
show the words "CD error".
The CD will then be ejected and the audio source
activated prior to the CD mode selection will be
heard.
With an external audio source activated ("TA",
"ALARM" and "Phone"), the CD that cannot be read
will not be ejected until these functions have ended.
At the end, with the CD mode activated, the display
will show the text "CD error" for a few seconds and
then the CD will be ejected.
If the CD player overheats CD playback could be
temporarily interrupted. The radio will automatically
switch to the Radio (Tuner) mode and the display will
show “CD hot” and then “CD error”.
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