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IMPORTANT If the car is equipped with (Xenon) gas
discharge headlights, the headlight alignment is
controlled electronically, as a consequence
the
and
buttons are not present.
FOG LIGHT ALIGNMENT
Contact a Fiat Dealership to have the lights checked
and adjusted, if necessary.
ADJUSTING THE HEADLIGHTS WHEN
ABROAD
The dipped beam headlights are aligned for operation
in the country where the vehicle was originally
purchased. When in countries where you drive on
the other side of the road, you need to alter the
beam direction by affixing a specially designed
self-adhesive film in order not to dazzle the vehicles
travelling in the opposite direction.
Such film is provided by Lineaccessori Fiat and is
available at Fiat Dealerships.
ABS SYSTEMABS is an integral part of the braking system which
prevents, whatever the road conditions and force
applied to the brake pedal, the wheels from locking
and consequently sliding under braking, thus ensuring
that the vehicle remains under control even during
emergency braking.
The EBD system (Electronic Braking Force
Distribution) completes the system allowing the
brake force to be distributed between the front and
rear wheels.
IMPORTANT To obtain the maximum efficiency of
the braking system, a bedding-in period of about 500
km is needed: during this period it is better to
avoid sharp, repeated and prolonged braking.
WARNING
The ABS gets the most from the
available grip, but it cannot improve it ;
you should therefore take every care when
driving on slippery surfaces and not take
unnecessary risks.
SYSTEM INTERVENTION
The driver can feel that the ABS system has come
into action because the brake pedal pulsates slightly
and the system gets noisier: it means that the car
speed should be altered to suit the type of road
surface.
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Electric devices
Use electrical devices only for the amount of time
necessary. 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 air vents.
Spoilers
The use of non-certified spoilers may adversely affect
air drag and fuel consumption.DRIVING STYLE
The main driving styles that affect fuel consumption
are listed below.
Starting
Do not warm the engine with the car at a standstill
or at idle or high speed: under these conditions
the engine warms up much more slowly, increasing
electrical consumption and emissions. It is therefore
advisable to move off immediately, slowly, avoiding
high speeds: in this way the engine will warm faster.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid accelerating when starting at traffic lights or
before switching off the engine. This 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
allow, 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 an 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.
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SIDE LIGHTS AND DIPPED
HEADLIGHTS (green)/FOLLOW ME
HOME (green)
SIDE LIGHTS AND DIPPED HEADLIGHTS
The warning light switches on when side lights
or dipped headlights are activated.
FOLLOW ME HOME
This warning light switches on (on some versions
together with a message and a symbol in the display)
when this device is used (see the "Follow Me Home"
paragraph in the "Knowing your car" chapter).
The display will show the dedicated message.MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS (blue)
The warning light switches on when the main beam
headlights are turned on.
CRUISE CONTROL (green) (for
versions/markets, where provided)
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 switches on when the Cruise
Control ring nut is turned to ON.
The display will show the dedicated message.
POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD
The outside temperature indicator starts flashing
when the outside temperature reaches or falls below
3°C and the
symbol lights up on the display to
warn the driver of the possible presence of ice
on the road.
The display will show the dedicated message.
LIMITED RANGE
The display will show the dedicated message to warn
the driver that the cruising range is less than 50 km
(or the equivalent in miles).
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CHANGING A BULBGENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
❒Before changing a bulb check the contacts for
oxidation;
❒ Burnt bulbs must be replaced by others of the
same type and power;
❒ after replacing a headlight bulb, always check its
alignment;
❒ when a light is not working, check that the
corresponding fuse is intact before changing a bulb.
For the location of fuses, refer to the paragraph
“If a fuse blows” in this section;
WARNING
Modifications or repairs to the electric
system that are not carried out properly
or do not take the system technical
specifications into account can cause
malfunctions leading to the risk of fire.WARNING
Halogen bulbs contain pressurised gas,
in the case of breakage they may burst .
Halogen bulbs must be handled holding
the metallic part only.Touching the
transparent part of the bulb with your
fingers may reduce the intensity of the emitted
light and even reduce the lifespan of the bulb. In
case of accidental contact , wipe the bulb with
a cloth moistened with alcohol and let the bulb
dr y.If possible, we recommend have bulbs
replaced by a Fiat Dealership.The correct
operation and aiming of the outer lights
are absolutely essential for the safety of the car
and of compliance with law.Due to the high supply voltage, gas
discharge bulbs (Bi-Xenon) (for versions/
markets, where provided) must only be
replaced by a specialist technician: danger of
death! Contact a Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT When the weather is cold or damp or
after heavy rain or washing, the surface of headlights
or rear lights, may steam up and/or form drops of
condensation on the inside. This is a natural
phenomenon due to the difference in temperature
and humidity between the inside and the outside
of the glass which does not indicate a fault and does
not compromise the normal operation of lighting
devices. The mist disappears quickly when the lights
are turned on, starting from the centre of the
diffuser, extending progressively towards the edges.
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BulbsUseTypePowerRe. Figure
Main beam headlights H155 W E
Longlife dipped headlights H155 W D
Dipped headlights with gas discharge bulbs
(for versions/markets, where provided) D2R
35 W F
Longlife front side lights W5W5 W A
Front fog lights (for versions/markets, where provided) H11 55 WE
Front direction indicators PY24W24W B
Side direction indicators WY5W5 WA
Rear direction indicators R10W10 W B
Rear side lights/rear fog lights P5/21W 5 W/21 WB
Rear side lights/break lights P5/21W 5 W/21 WB
Third brake light (additional brake light) W2.3W2.3 W A
Reverse lights P21W21 W B
Number plate lights W5W5 W A
Front roof light C10W2x10 W C
Rear roof light (for versions/markets, where provided) C10W 10 WC
Glove compartment light C5W5W C
Luggage compartment roof light W5W5WA
Courtesy mirror lights (for versions/markets, where
provided) C5W
5 W C
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REPLACING EXTERIOR BULBSFor the type of bulb and power rating, see “Changing
a bulb" paragraph.
FRONT LIGHT CLUSTERS
The front light clusters contain side lights, dipped
headlights, main beam headlights and direction
indicator bulbs.
The bulbs are arranged inside the light cluster as
follows fig. 139:A
Side lights/daytime running lights and main beam
headlights
BDipped headlightsC
Direction indicatorsDIPPED HEADLIGHTS
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒
remove the protective cover B fig. 139;
❒ release the bulb holding clip A fig. 140;
❒ disconnect the electrical connector B;
❒ remove bulb C and replace it;
❒ fit the new bulb, ensuring that the outline of the
metal part coincides with the splining on the
curve of the headlight. Then reconnect the
electrical connector B and reattach the bulb
holding clip A;
❒ refit the protective cover A fig. 139.fig. 139
F0Q0704
fig. 140
F0Q0705
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MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒remove the protective cover A fig. 139;
❒ release the bulb holding clip A fig. 142;
❒ remove bulb C and replace it;
❒ fit the new bulb, ensuring that the outline of the
metal part coincides with the splining on the
curve of the headlight. Then reconnect the
electrical connector B and reattach the bulb
holding clip A;
❒ refit the protective cover B fig. 139. DIRECTION INDICATORS
Front
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒
rotate the protective cover C fig. 139
anticlockwise;
❒ remove the bulb B fig. 143 and replace it;
❒ refit the protective cover A.
fig. 142
F0Q0707
fig. 143
F0Q0708
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FUSE SUMMARY TABLEDashboard fuse boxFUSEAMPS
Right dipped headlight (halogen headlights) F127,5
Right dipped headlight (Bi-Xenon headlights) F1215
Left dipped headlight (halogen headlights) F137,5
Left dipped headlight (Bi-Xenon headlights) F1315
Reverse F355
3rd brake light F377,5
Rear fog light (driver's side) F537,5
Headlight alignment corrector system
(halogen headlights) F13
7,5
Relay switch coils on engine compartment fuse box
(CVM)/Body Computer control unit (NBC) F31
5
HI-FI audio system subwoofer amplifier F3215
Left rear electric window F3320
Right rear electric window F3420
Control on brake pedal (NC contact)/Water presence
in diesel sensor/Air flow meter F35
5
Central locking system control unit (CGP)
(door opening/closing, safe lock, tailgate release) F36
20
Control on brake pedal (normally open contact NO)/
Instrument panel (NQS)/Gas discharge bulbs control
units on front headlights F37
7,5
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