2015 FIAT DUCATO BASE CAMPER stop start

Operating modes are different
according to the characteristics of
the option selected.
Selecting an option from the main
menu without a submenu:
- briefly press the MODE button to
select the main menu option that
needs to be changed;
- press the
orbuttons
(with a single press) to select the
new setting;
- briefly press the MODE button to
store the new setting and at the
same time go back to the
previously selected menu option.
Selecting an option from the main
menu with a submenu:
- briefly press the MODE button to
display the first submenu option;
- press the
orbuttons
(with a single press) to scroll
through all submenu options;
- briefly press the MODE button to
select the displayed submenu
option and to open the relevant
settings menu;- press the
orbuttons
(with a single press) to choose
the new setting for this submenu
option;
- briefly press the MODE button to
store the setting and return to
the previously selected submenu
option.
Selecting “Date” and “Set Clock”:
- briefly press the MODE button
to select the first value to be
changed (e.g. hours / minutes or
year / month / day);
- press the
orbuttons
(with a single press) to select the
new setting;
- briefly press the MODE button to
store the new setting and go to
the next settings menu option.
If this is the last one, the system
brings you back to the previously
selected menu option.
Press the button MODE for long:
- to exit the set-up menu if you are
in the main menu;- to exit the main menu if you are in
another point of the menu (e.g.:
at submenu option setting level, at
submenu level or at main menu
option setting level);
- to save only the changes stored
by the user (and confirmed by
pressing the MODE button).
The setup menu environment is
timed; when the menu is exited due
to expiry of the time allowed, only
the changes already stored by
the user (confirmed beforehand by
a brief press of the MODE button)
will be saved.
From the standard screen, briefly
press button MODE to start
navigation.
Press the
orbuttons to
navigate within the menu.
NoteOnly the reduced menu can be
accessed while the vehicle is moving
for safety reasons ("Speed Beep"
setting). Stop the vehicle to access the
full menu.
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Warning lights on
displayWhat it means What to do
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
TOO HIGH
When the key is turned to MAR-ON, the
warning light switches on but should switch
off after a few seconds. The warning light
turns on when the engine is overheated.
The display shows the dedicated message.When driving normally: stop the vehicle, switch off the
engine and check that the water level in the reservoir is
not below the MIN mark. If it is, wait for the engine to
cool down then slowly and carefully open the cap, top
up with coolant and check that the level is between the
MIN and MAX marks on the reservoir. Also check
visually for any fluid leaks. If, when restarting, the
warning light switches on again, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
If the vehicle is used under demanding conditions (e.g.
in high-performance driving): slow down and, if the
warning light stays on, stop the vehicle. Wait for 2 or 3
minutes with the engine running and slightly
accelerated to further favour the coolant circulation,
then stop the engine. Check the correct coolant level as
described above.
IMPORTANT Over demanding routes, it is advisable to
keep the engine on and slightly accelerated for a few
minutes before switching it off.
redLOW BATTERY CHARGE
The warning light comes on when the
ignition key is turned to MAR-ON, but it
should go out as soon as the engine has
started (with the engine running at idle
speed a brief delay before going out is
acceptable).If the warning light stays on, contact a Fiat Dealership
immediately.
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What it means What to do
START&STOP SYSTEM ACTIVATION/
DEACTIVATION
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Start&Stop system activation
A message will appear on the display when the
Start&Stop system is activated. In this case the
LED located on the
button is off (see the
“Start&Stop” paragraph in the "Knowing your
vehicle" chapter).
Start&Stop system deactivation
A dedicated message will appear on the display
when the Start&Stop system is deactivated.
The LED on the
button is on when the system
is deactivated.
START&STOP FAILURE
If the Start&Stop system is faulty the
symbol
switches on in the display along with a dedicated
message.
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STARTING THE
ENGINE
The vehicle is fitted with an
electronic engine lock device: if the
engine fails to start, see the
paragraph “The Fiat CODE system”
in section “Know your vehicle”.
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PROCEDURE
Proceed as follows:
❒engage the handbrake;
❒put the gear lever into neutral;
❒turn the ignition key to MAR-ON: the
warning lights
andon the
instrument panel will turn on;
❒wait for the warning lights
and
to switch off. The hotter the
engine is, the quicker this will
happen;
❒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 glow
plugs.
Release the key as soon as the
engine starts.
If the engine does not start at the
first attempt, return the ignition key
to STOP before repeating the
starting 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.
IMPORTANT Go to a Fiat
Dealership immediately if warning
light
stays on constantly on the
instrument panel.
IMPORTANT Never leave the
ignition key in MAR-ON position
when the engine is stopped.
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WARMING UP THE
ENGINE JUST AFTER
IT HAS STARTED
Proceed as follows:
❒drive off slowly, letting the engine turn
at medium revs. Do not accelerate
abruptly;❒do not demand full performance at
first. Wait until the engine coolant
temperature gauge starts moving.
30) 31)
STOPPING THE
ENGINE
Turn the ignition key to STOP while
the engine is idling.
32) 33)
IMPORTANT
27) 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.
28) When the engine is off, do not
leave the ignition key turned to
MAR-ON to prevent unnecessary
electrical consumption from
draining the battery.
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29) If thewarning 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.
30) 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.
31) 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.
32) 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.
33) In some cases, when the engine
switches off, the fan could
activate for max. 120 seconds.
WARNING
129) 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.
PARKING
Proceed as follows:
❒stop the engine and engage the
handbrake;
❒engage a gear (on a slope, engage
first gear if the car is facing uphill or
reverse if it is facing downhill) and
leave the wheels steered.
If the vehicle is parked on a steep
slope, it is advisable to block the
wheels with a wedge or stone.
Do not leave the key in the ignition
as this drains the battery. Always
remove the key when you leave the
car.
130)
HANDBRAKE
The handbrake lever is located to
the left of the driver's seat fig. 171.
Pull the lever upwards to engage
the handbrake and ensure that the
vehicle does not move.
IMPORTANT Make sure that the
handbrake is engaged in such
a way as to ensure the stationing of
the vehicle, especially in the case
of steep slopes and full load.
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LOADING ADVICE
The Fiat Ducato version used by
you has been designed and type
approved on the basis of certain
maximum weights (see "Weights"
table in the "Technical Data"
chapter): kerb weight, payload,
total weight, maximum weight on
front axle, maximum weight on rear
axle, towable weight.
IMPORTANT The maximum
permitted load on the floor
fastenings is 500 kg; the maximum
permitted load on the side panel
is 150 kg.
IMPORTANT For versions with right
and left side flaps, it is advisable
to reposition the release lever in the
closed position before lowering
the sides.
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132) 133) 134)
In addition to these general
precautions, some simple
precautions can improve driving
safety, travelling comfort and
vehicle durability:
❒distribute the load evenly over the
platform: if it is necessary to
concentrate it in a single area,
choose an area mid-way between
both axles;
❒lastly, remember that the vehicle’s
dynamic behaviour is affected by
the weight transported: in particular,
the stopping distances are longer,
especially at high speed.
IMPORTANT
36) Each of these must be strictly
observed and MUST NEVER BE
EXCEEDED in any case. In
particular, ensure that you never
exceed the maximum permitted
weights on the front and rear
axles when arranging the load on
the vehicle (particularly if the
vehicle is equipped with a specific
trim level).
WARNING
132) Irregular trajectories and abrupt
braking may cause sudden
movements of the load with
consequent situations of hazard
for the driver and passengers:
before setting off, secure the load
tightly using the appropriate
hooks on the floor and use steel
cables, ropes or chains strong
enough to hold the items to be
secured.
133) If a vehicle is parked on a very
steep gradient or with a side
gradient, opening the rear door or
side door could cause any
unsecured items to emerge
suddenly.
134) If you wish to carry a reserve of
petrol in a can, observe the legal
restrictions and only use a can
that is type-approved and
properly secured to the load
anchorage eyebolts. Anyway, by
doing so, you increase the risk
of fire in the event of an accident
with your vehicle.
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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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INSTRUCTIONS FOR
USING THE
REMOVABLE BALL
HEAD TOW BAR
37) 38) 39) 40) 41) 42)
Before setting off, check the correct
locking of the removable ball head
tow bar, as follows:
❒The green mark of the flywheel must
coincide with the green mark on the
tow bar.
❒The flywheel is in the stop position on
the tow bar (without slot).
❒Locked lock and key removed. The
flywheel cannot be removed.
❒Ball head bar firmly secured to the
housing pipe. Check by shaking
with a hand.
The fitting procedure must be
repeated if any of the 4 checked
requirements is not met.
If even only one of the requirements
is not met the tow hook must not
be used, as in this case there is risk
of accidents. Contact the joint
manufacturer.
The ball head tow bar can be fitted
and removed manually, without
needing any tool.Never use working tools or means,
as the mechanism could be
damaged.
Never unlock in the case of trailer
attached to the vehicle or fitted
rack.
When driving without trailer or rack
the ball head tow bar must be
removed and the closing plug must
always be inserted in the housing
pipe. This applies particularly if
the visibility of the number plate
characters or of the lighting system
is reduced.
Removable ball head
tow barfig. 175 - fig. 176 - fig.
177
1. Housing pipe - 2. Ball head tow
bar - 3. Locking balls - 4. Release
lever - 5. Flywheel - 6. Cap - 7. Key
- 8. Red mark (flywheel) - 9. Green
mark (flywheel) - 10. Green mark
(tow bar) - 11. Symbol (control
release) - 12. Closing plug - 13.
Coupling pin - 14. No slot between
2 and 5 - 15. Slot of approx. 5
mm
175F1A0380
176 - Locked position, drivingF1A0381
177 - Released position, removedF1A0382
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