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HILL HOLDER SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
It's integral to the ESP system. It automatically
activates with the following conditions:
❒uphill: vehicle stationary on a road with a gradient
higher than 5%, engine running, brake pedal
pressed and gearbox in neutral or gear other than
reverse;
❒downhill: vehicle stationary on a road with a
gradient higher than 5%, engine running, brake
pedal pressed and reverse gear engaged.
At pickup, the ESP system control unit will keep
braking pressure on the wheels until reaching the
required torque for starting or, in any case, for
a maximum of 2 seconds in order to move easily the
right foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator
pedal. When two seconds have elapsed, without
starting, the system is automatically deactivated,
gradually releasing the braking pressure. During this
release stage, the typical brake disengagement noise
indicating that the vehicle is going to move
imminently will be heard.Failure indications
IMPORTANT The Hill Holder system is not a parking
brake; therefore, never leave the vehicle without
having engaged the handbrake, turned the engine off
and engaged the first gear.
WARNING
For the correct operation of the ESP and
ASR systems, the tyres must be the
same make and type on all wheels, in perfect
condition and, above all, of the type, make and
size recommended.
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ASR SYSTEM (Anti-Slip Regulation)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is a traction control system that cuts in
automatically every time one or both drive wheels
slip.
Depending on how slippery the road is, two different
control systems are activated:
❒if slipping involves both driving wheels, the ASR
function intervenes reducing the power
transmitted by the engine;
❒if the slipping only involves one of the drive
wheels, it intervenes automatically braking the
wheel that is slipping.
The action of the ASR system is especially useful in
the following conditions:
❒slipping of the inner wheel round bends due to
dynamic variations in the load of excessive
acceleration;
❒excessive power transmitted to the wheels, also in
relation to road surface conditions;
❒acceleration on slippery, snowy or icy road
surfaces;
❒in the case of loss of grip on a wet surface
(aquaplaning).
WARNING
For the correct operation of the ESP and
ASR systems, the tyres must be the
same make and type on all wheels, in perfect
condition and, above all, of the type, make and
size recommended.
MSR SYSTEM (engine drive regulation)
This is an integral part of the ASR system that, in the
event of a sudden gear down shift, cuts in and
provides torque to the engine thus preventing
excessive drive wheel drive which, especially in poor
grip conditions, can lead to a loss of stability.
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WARNING
This procedure must be performed by
experts because incorrect actions may
cause considerable electrical discharge.
Furthermore, batter y fluid is poisonous and
corrosive: avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Keep naked flames and lit cigarettes away from
the battery. Do not create sparks.
BUMP STARTING
Never bump start the engine by pushing, towing or
driving downhill. This could cause fuel to flow into
the catalytic converter and damage it beyond repair.
IMPORTANT Remember that the brake booster
and the power steering system are not active until
the engine is started, so you will need to apply much
more force to the brake pedal or steering wheel.
CHANGING A TYREThe vehicle is originally equipped with the Fix&Go
automatic quick tyre repair kit (see instructions
in the next chapter). As an alternative, the vehicle
may have a normal-sized spare wheel.
Changing the wheel and correct use of the jack and
spare wheel require some precautions, which are
listed below.
WARNING
The spare wheel (for versions/markets,
where provided) is specific for your
vehicle.Therefore, it must not be used on other
models. Do not use spare wheels of other
models on your vehicle.The spare wheel must
be used only in an emergency. Use of the spare
wheel must kept to the minimum necessar y.
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WHEELSWHEELS AND TYRES
Pressed steel or alloy wheels. Tubeless radial carcass
tyres. All approved tyres are listed in the Log Book.
IMPORTANT If there are any discrepancies between
the Owner's handbook and the logbook, take the
information from the latter.
Respect the prescribed size to ensure safety of the
vehicle in movement. Fit tyres of the same make and
type on all wheels.
IMPORTANT Do not use air chambers with tubeless
tyres.
SPARE WHEEL
Pressed steel rims. Tubeless tyre.
WHEEL GEOMETRY
Front wheel toe-in measured between rims: -1 ±1
mm
The values refer to the vehicle in running order.
CORRECT READING OF THE TYRE
Example: 175/70 R 14 91T(see fig. 180)175
Nominal width (S, distance in mm between
sidewalls)
70
Height/width ratio (H/S) as a percentage
RRadial tyre14
Rim diameter in inches (Ø)
91
Load index
T
Maximum speed index
Maximum speed index
Q
up to 160 km/h
Rup to 170 km/hSup to 180 km/hT
up to 190 km/h
U
up to 200 km/h
H
up to 210 km/h
V
up to 240 km/h
W
up to 270 km/h
Y
up to 300 km/hfig. 180
F0T0014
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COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE (bar)SizeSTANDARD TYRES
SPARE
WHEEL
(*)
No load Medium load Full load
Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear
185/65 R15
88T2.3 2.2 2.3 2.1 2.3 2.5
2.5
195/55 R16
87T2.3 2.1 2.3 2.1 2.4 2.4
(*) (for versions/markets, where provided)Add +0.3 bar to the prescribed inflation pressure when the tyres are warm. However, recheck that the value
is correct with the tyre cold.
With snow tyres, add +0.2 bar to the pressure prescribed for standard tyres.
When running at speeds higher than 160 km/h, inflate tyres at full-load pressures.
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