2015 FIAT DUCATO BASE CAMPER warning

IMPORTANT
17) The sensor must be clean of
mud, dirt, snow or ice in order for
the system to operate correctly.
Be careful not to scratch or
damage the sensors while
cleaning them. Avoid using dry,
rough or hard cloths. The sensors
must be washed using clean
water, with the addition of car
shampoo if necessary.
WARNING
86) The responsibility for parking
and other dangerous manoeuvres
always and in every case lies
with the driver. While carrying out
these manoeuvres, always make
sure that no people (especially
children) or animals are in the
area concerned. The parking
sensors are used to assist the
driver, who must never allow his
attention to lapse during
potentially dangerous
manoeuvres, even those executed
at low speeds.
START&STOP
SYSTEM
IN BRIEF
The Start&Stop device
automatically stops the engine
each time the vehicle is stationary
and starts it again when the
driver wants to move off. This
improves the efficiency of the
vehicle by reducing fuel
consumption, the emission of
harmful gases and noise
pollution.
OPERATING MODES
Engine stopping mode
WITH MANUAL GEARBOX
With the vehicle stationary, the
engine stops with the gearbox in
neutral and the clutch pedal
released.
NoteThe engine can only be stopped
automatically after exceeding a speed
of about 10 km/h, to prevent the engine
from being repeatedly stopped when
driving at walking pace.
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Engine stopping is signalled by the
icon on the display.

❒vehicle in motion (e.g. when driving
on roads with a gradient);
❒stopping the engine through the
Start&Stop system for more than
about three minutes.
❒automatic climate control system for
adjusting the thermal comfort level or
to enable MAX-DEF function.
With a gear engaged, the engine
can be automatically restarted only
by fully depressing the clutch pedal.
NoteIf the engine stops and this is
not desired, due for example to the
clutch pedal being released sharply
with a gear engaged, if the Start&Stop
system is active, the engine can be
restarted by fully depressing the clutch
pedal or by placing the gear lever in
neutral.
NoteIf the clutch is not pressed, when
approx. three minutes have elapsed
since the engine was stopped, the
engine can only be restarted using the
key.
SAFETY FUNCTIONS
In engine cut-out conditions
through the Start&Stop system, if
the driver unfastens his/her seat
belt and opens the driver's door or
the passenger door, the engine
can be restarted only by using the
key. The driver is notified of this
condition by a buzzer, through the
warning light flashing in the
instrument panel and, where
provided, by a message in the
display.
"ENERGY SAVING"
FUNCTION
(for versions/markets, where
provided)
If, after the engine has been
automatically restarted, the driver
does not take any action for a
period of about 3 minutes,
the Start&Stop system will
definitively stop the engine to avoid
fuel consumption. The engine
can only be started using the key in
such cases.
NoteIn any case, it is possible to keep
the engine running by deactivating
the Start&Stop system.
IRREGULAR
OPERATION
In the event of malfunction, the
Start&Stop system is deactivated.
The driver is informed about the
fault through the switching on of the
icon together with a message
on the display. In this case, contact
a Fiat Dealership.
VEHICLE INACTIVITY
In the event of vehicle inactivity,
special attention must be paid to
the disconnection of the battery
power supply. Proceed as follows:
detach connector A fig. 134 (by
pressing button B) from sensor C
for monitoring the status of the
battery installed on the negative
battery pole D. This sensor should
never be disconnected from the
pole except if the battery is
replaced.
87) 88)
IMPORTANT After turning the
ignition key to STOP, wait at least 1
minute before disconnecting the
electrical supply to the battery.
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JUMP STARTING
89)
In the event of jump starting fig.
135 with a booster battery, never
connect the negative lead (-)
of the booster battery to the
negative pole C of the vehicle's
battery, but rather to an
engine/gearbox earth point (follow
the lead connection procedure
described in the "Jump starting"
paragraph in the chapter "In an
emergency").
IMPORTANT
18) If the climate comfort is to be
favoured, the Start&Stop system
can be deactivated, for a
continuous operation of the
climate control system.
WARNING
87) The vehicle should always be
evacuated after the key has been
removed or turned to the STOP
position. When refuelling, make
sure that the car is switched off
with the key in the STOP position.
88) If the battery needs to be
replaced, always contact a Fiat
Dealership. The replacement
battery should be of the same
type (L6 105Ah/850A) and should
have the same characteristics.
89) Before opening the bonnet,
make sure that the vehicle is
switched off and the key is in the
STOP position. Follow the
instructions on the label on the
front crossmember. It is advisable
to extract the key when there
are other people in the vehicle.
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RADIO
(for versions/markets, where
provided)
For radio operation, consult the
Supplement attached to this Owner
Handbook.
SETUP
(for versions/markets, where
provided)
The system consists of:
❒radio supply leads;
❒front speaker connection cables;
❒aerial supply lead;
❒2 tweeters A located in the front
doors (30 W max power each) fig.
136;
❒2 mid-woofers B located in the front
doors (165 mm diameter, 40 W max
power each) fig. 137;
❒2 full range located on the rear sides
(40 W max. power each) (for
Panorama versions);
❒radio aerial lead;
❒aerial.
The radio must be installed in the
place occupied by the central
oddments compartment, where
you will find the wiring.
90)
WARNING
90) For connection to the existing
devices supplied in the vehicle
contact a Fiat Dealership to
prevent any problems that could
impair vehicle safety.
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PROVISION FOR
FITTING TELEPASS ON
REFLECTIVE
WINDSCREEN
(for versions/markets, where
provided)
If the vehicle is equipped with a
reflective windscreen, install the
Telepass in the appropriate area
shown in fig. 139 - fig. 140.
WARNING
91) Take care when fitting additional
spoilers, alloy wheels or non-
standard wheel hubs: they could
reduce the ventilation of the
brakes and affect efficiency
during sharp, repeated braking or
on long descents. Make sure
that nothing obstructs the pedal
stroke (mats, etc.)
REFUELLING THE
VEHICLE
IN BRIEF
Refuel the vehicle exclusively with
diesel for motor vehicles in
compliance with European
specification EN590.
Stop the engine before refuelling.
OPERATION AT LOW
TEMPERATURES
If the outside temperature is very
low, diesel thickens due to the
formation of paraffin clots with
consequent defective operation of
the fuel supply system.
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In order to avoid these problems,
different types of diesel 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. Pour the additive into the
tank before the diesel fuel.
When using or parking the vehicle
for a long time in the mountains
or cold areas, it is advisable to
refuel using locally available diesel
fuel.
In this case, it is also advisable to
keep the tank over 50% full.
19)
FILLING THE TANK
To fill the tank completely, top-up
twice after the first click of the
fuel supply gun. Further top-ups
could cause faults in the fuel supply
system.FUEL TANK CAP
For refuelling, open flap A fig. 141
and unscrew cap B turning the
ignition key anticlockwise; the cap
is fitted with a safety device C
which fastens it to the flap so it
cannot be mislaid.
The sealing may cause a slight
pressure increase in the tank.
A little breathing off, while
slackening the cap is absolutely
normal.
When refuelling, fasten the cap to
the device inside the flap as shown
in fig. 141.
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IMPORTANT
19) Only refuel with automotive
diesel complying with the
European specification EN 590.
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 introduce other types
of fuel into the tank, do not start
the engine. Empty the tank. If the
engine has been run for even an
extremely limited amount of time,
you must not only drain the fuel
tank, but the rest of the supply
circuit as well.
WARNING
92) Do not bring naked flames or lit
cigarettes near to the fuel tank
opening: fire risk. Keep your face
away from the fuel filler to prevent
breathing in harmful vapours.
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PROTECTING THE
ENVIRONMENT
The following devices are used for
reducing diesel fuel engine
emissions:
❒oxidising catalytic converter;
❒exhaust gas recirculation system
(EGR);
❒particulate filter (DPF) (for versions/
markets, where provided).
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DIESEL PARTICULATE
FILTER (DPF)
The Diesel Particulate Filter is a
mechanical filter, integral to the
exhaust system, that physically
traps carbon particles present in
the exhaust gases of diesel
engines.
The diesel particulate filter has been
adopted to eliminate almost all
particulates in compliance with
current / future legal regulations.During normal use of the vehicle,
the Powertrain Control Module
records a set of data (travel time,
type of route, temperatures
reached etc.) and calculates how
much particulate has been trapped
by the filter.
Since this filter physically traps
particulate, it should be
regenerated (cleaned) at regular
intervals by burning carbon
particles.
The regeneration procedure is
controlled automatically by the
Powertrain Control Module
according to the filter conditions
and vehicle usage conditions.
During regeneration, the following
may occur: a limited increase in the
engine speed, activation of the
fan, a limited increase in fumes and
high temperatures at the exhaust.
These are not faults; they do not
impair vehicle performance or
damage the environment. If the
dedicated message is displayed,
refer to paragraph "Warning lights
and messages".
WARNING
93) The diesel particulate filter (DPF)
reaches high temperatures during
normal operation. Do not park
the vehicle on flammable material
(grass, dry leaves, pine needles
etc.): fire hazard.
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KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL
This section of the booklet gives
you all the information you need to
understand, interpret and use
the instrument panel correctly.CONTROL PANEL AND
INSTRUMENTS ...............................114
DISPLAY ........................................120
TRIP COMPUTER ...........................129
WARNING LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES ....................................132
- LOW BRAKE FLUID/HANDBRAKE
ENGAGED .......................................... 132
- EBD FAILURE .................................. 133
- AIRBAG FAILURE ............................. 133
- SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED .......... 134
- ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
TOO HIGH .......................................... 135
- LOW BATTERY CHARGE ................. 135
- LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE ......... 136
-ENGINE OIL DETERIORATED ........... 136
-INCOMPLETE DOOR/LOAD
COMPARTMENT CLOSURE ............... 137
- POWER STEERING FAILURE ........... 137
-SELF-LEVELLING SUSPENSION
FAILURE ............................................. 137
- INJECTION/EOBD SYSTEM
FAILURE ............................................. 139
- ABS FAILURE ................................... 140
-FUEL RESERVE ................................ 140
- GLOW PLUG HEATING/GLOW
PLUG HEATING FAILURE ................... 141
- WATER IN DIESEL FILTER ................ 141
-VEHICLE PROTECTION SYSTEM
FAILURE - FIAT CODE ........................ 142
- REAR FOG LIGHTS .......................... 142
-GENERIC FAILURE INDICATION ....... 142
-DPF (PARTICULATE FILTER)
CLEANING UNDERWAY ..................... 144
-WORN BRAKE PADS ........................ 145
-DRIVING ADVISOR ........................... 146
- TPMS ............................................... 147
- DIPPED HEADLIGHTS ..................... 148- FOLLOW ME HOME ........................ 148
- LEFT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR
............................................................ 148
- RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION
INDICATOR ........................................ 149
-FOG LIGHTS ..................................... 149
- CRUISE CONTROL .......................... 149
-SPEED LIMITER ................................ 149
- AUTOMATIC MAIN BEAM
HEADLIGHTS ..................................... 150
- MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS .............. 150
-EXTERIOR LIGHTS FAULT ................ 151
-BRAKE LIGHT FAILURE .................... 151
-MAIN BEAM AUTOMATISM FAULT ... 152
-POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD ................. 152
-SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED ................. 152
-SCHEDULED SERVICING ................. 152
-DRIVING ADVISOR SYSTEM
FAILURE ............................................. 153
-TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION
FAILURE ............................................. 153
-LIMITED RANGE ............................... 153
-START&STOP SYSTEM
ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION .............. 154
-START&STOP FAILURE .................... 154
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