2015 FIAT DUCATO BASE CAMPER roof

IMPORTANT If this is not the case,
contact a Fiat Dealership to have
the handbrake adjusted. If the lever
travel gets longer, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
When the handbrake lever is
engaged and the ignition key is in
MAR-ON position, the instrument
panel warning light
will switch
on.
Proceed as follows to release the
handbrake:
❒slightly lift the lever and press release
button A;
❒keep button A pressed and lower the
lever.
Thewarning light in the
instrument panel will switch off.
Press the brake pedal when
carrying out this operation to
prevent the vehicle from moving
accidentally.
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IMPORTANT Apply the handbrake
only when the vehicle is at a
standstill or with the vehicle in
motion only in the event of a failure
in the hydraulic system. If
exceptional use is made of the
handbrake with the vehicle in
motion, moderate traction is
advisable in order not to cause
locking of the rear end with
consequent swerving of the vehicle.
WARNING
130) Never leave children
unattended in the vehicle. Always
remove the ignition key when
leaving the vehicle and take it out
with you.
IMPORTANT
34) If the vehicle is equipped with
self-levelling air suspension,
always check that there is
sufficient space above the roof
and around the vehicle when
parking. Indeed, the vehicle could
raise (or lower) automatically
depending on load or temperature
changes.
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STARTING AND DRIVING

SAVING FUEL
Some 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.
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.
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Bulbs
Bulbs Type Power Figure ref.
Main beam headlights H7 55 W D
Dipped beam headlights H7 55 W D
Front side lights/day lights W21/5W - LED (#) - -
Fog lights(*) H11 55 W -
Front direction indicators WY21W 21 W B
Side direction indicatorsW16WF(**)
/ WY5W(***)16W (**)/5W(***) A
Rear direction indicators PY2IW 21 W B
Side lights W5W 5 W A
Rear side lights P21/5 W 21/5W B
Rear side lights/Brake lights P21W 21 W B
3rd brake light W5W 5 W B
Reverse W16W 16 W B
Rear fog light W16W 16 W B
Number plate light C5W 5 W A
Front roof light (movable lens) 12V10W 10 W C
Rear roof light 12V10W 10 W C
(#) where provided, instead of bulb W21/5W
(*)for versions/markets, where provided
(**)XL and recreational versions
(***)all other versions
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IN AN EMERGENCY

❒change the bulb releasing it from the
side contacts and making sure the
new bulb is correctly fastened
between the contacts;
❒refit the snap-fitted lens unit.
SIDE LIGHTS
(for versions/markets, where
provided)To replace the bulb proceed as
follows:
❒for extra-long van:
– undo the two fixing screws C fig.
220 and remove the light cluster;
– remove the bulb holder D on the
rear of the light cluster, turning it
through a 1/4 turn;
– remove the snap-fitted bulb and
replace.
❒for chassis cabs with platform:
– remove the bulb-holder on the
rear of the light cluster, turning
through 1/4 turn;
– remove the snap-fitted bulb and
replace.
CHANGING AN
INTERIOR BULB
For the type of bulb and relevant
power rating, see paragraph
“Changing a bulb”.
FRONT ROOF LIGHT
Proceed as follows to replace the
bulbs:
❒operate in the point shown by the
arrow and remove roof light A fig.
221;
❒open protective flap B fig. 222;
❒replace the bulbs C fig. 222,
releasing them from the side contacts
and making sure that the new bulbs
are correctly secured between the
contacts;
❒close flap B fig. 222 and fix roof light
A fig. 221 in its housing, making sure
that it locks into place.
REAR ROOF LIGHT
Proceed as follows to replace the
bulbs:
❒operate in the points indicated by the
arrows and remove roof light D fig.
223;
❒open protective flap E fig. 224;
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❒replace bulb F fig. 224, releasing it
from the side contacts and making
sure that the new bulb is correctly
locked between these contacts;
❒close protective flap E fig. 224 and
refit roof light D fig. 223 in its
housing, making sure that it locks
into place.
REPLACING FUSES
GENERAL
INFORMATION
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Fuses protect the electrical system:
they intervene (blow) in the event
of a fault or improper action on the
system. When a device does not
work, check the condition of its
fuse: the filament A fig. 225 must
be intact. If it is not, replace the
blown fuse with another having the
same amperage (same colour).
B intact fuse.
C fuse with damaged filament.
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222F1A0209
223F1A0210
224F1A0211
225F1A0212
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Dashboard fuse box
fig. 226 - fig. 227
DEVICE PROTECTED FUSE AMPERE
Right dipped beam headlight F12 7,5
Left dipped headlight F13 7,5
Engine compartment control unit relay, dashboard control unit relay (+key) F31 5
Lighting of roof lights in the passenger compartment (+battery) F32 7,5
Battery monitoring sensor for Start&Stop versions (+battery) F33 7,5
Minibus interior lights (emergency) F34 7,5
Radio, climate control, alarm, tachograph, battery disconnecting control unit,
Webasto timer (+battery)F36 10
Brake light control (main), third brake light, instrument panel (+key) F37 7,5
Door lock (+battery) F38 20
Windscreen wiper (+key) F43 20
Driver's side electric window F47 20
Passenger side electric window F48 20
Parking sensor control unit, radio, steering wheel controls, central control panel,
left control panel, auxiliary panel, battery disconnecting control unit (+key)F49 5
Climate control, power steering control unit, reverse lights, diesel filter water
sensor, flow meter, tachograph (+key)F51 5
Instrument panel (+battery) F53 7,5
AbsentF89 -
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4)
USEFUL ADVICE FOR
EXTENDING THE LIFE
OF YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and
make it last longer, observe the
following instructions:
❒when you park the vehicle, ensure
that the doors, tailgate and bonnet
are closed properly, to prevent any
roof lights from remaining on inside
the passenger's compartment;
❒switch off all roof lights inside the
vehicle: the vehicle is however
equipped with a system which
switches all internal lights off
automatically;
❒do not keep accessories (e.g. sound
system, hazard lights, etc.) switched
on for a long time when the engine
is not running;
❒before carrying out any operation on
the electrical system, disconnect the
negative battery cable through the
suitable terminal;
❒Completely tighten the battery
terminals.
IMPORTANT After turning the
ignition key to STOP and having
closed the driver side door, wait at
least one minute before
disconnecting the electrical supply
from the battery. When
reconnecting the electrical supply
to the battery, make sure that
the ignition key is in the STOP
position and the driver side door is
closed.
IMPORTANT If the charge level
remains under 50% for a long time,
the battery is damaged by
sulphation, reducing its capacity
and efficiency at start-up.
The battery is also more prone to
the risk of freezing (at temperatures
as high as -10°C).
Refer to the paragraph "Car
inactivity" in "Starting and driving" if
the car is left parked for a long
time.If, after buying the vehicle, you want
to install electrical accessories
which require permanent electric
supply (alarm, etc.) or accessories
that in any case burden the
electrical supply, contact a Fiat
Dealership, whose qualified
personnel, in addition to suggesting
the most suitable devices from
Lineaccessori Fiat, will evaluate the
overall electrical consumption,
checking whether the vehicle’s
electrical system is capable of
withstanding the load required, or
whether it should be integrated with
a more powerful battery.
Since some of these devices
continue to consume electricity
even when the engine is off, they
gradually run down the battery.
IMPORTANT If a tachograph is
fitted, if the vehicle is parked for a
long period of 5 days, it is advisable
to disconnect the negative battery
terminal to maintain its charge.
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If the vehicle is equipped with a
battery disconnection function
(disconnector), see the description
of the procedure in the "Controls"
paragraph in the "Dashboard and
controls" section.

If you put the car through a car
wash, follow these
recommendations:
❒remove the aerial from the roof so it
does not get damaged;
❒the vehicle should be washed with
water added to a soapy solution;
❒rinse thoroughly to avoid soap marks
remaining on the bodywork or less
visible parts.
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Dry the less visible parts, such as
the door frames, bonnet and the
headlight frames with special care,
as in these areas water may
stagnate more easily. It is a good
idea to leave the vehicle outdoors
for a while after washing it to give
the water time to evaporate.
Do not wash the vehicle after it has
been left in the sun or with the
bonnet hot: this may alter the shine
of the paintwork.Exterior plastic parts should be
cleaned in the same way as the rest
of the vehicle. Where possible, do
not park the vehicle under trees;
the resinous substances released
by many species give the paint
a dull appearance and increase the
possibility of corrosion.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings must
be washed off immediately and
thoroughly as the acid they contain
is particularly aggressive.5)
Windows
To clean glasses, use specific
cleaning products. Use clean cloths
to avoid scratching the glass or
damaging the transparency.
IMPORTANT Wipe the rear window
inside gently with a cloth following
the direction of the filaments to
avoid damaging the heating device.Engine compartment
At the end of each winter,
thoroughly wash the engine
compartment, taking care to avoid
spraying the water jet directly
onto the electronic control units and
the relay/fuse box on the left side
of the engine compartment (driving
direction). Have this operation
performed at a specialised
workshop.
IMPORTANT The washing should
take place with the engine cold and
the ignition key in the STOP
position. After the washing
operation, make sure that the
various protections (e.g. rubber
caps and guards) have not been
removed or damaged.
Front headlights
IMPORTANT Never use aromatic
substances (e.g. petrol) or ketones
(e.g. acetone) for cleaning the
plastic lenses of the front
headlights.
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