52) 53)
191) 192)
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.
WARNING
189) Battery liquid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with skin
and eyes. Keep naked flames
and sources of sparks away from
the battery: risk of explosion and
fire.
190) Using the battery with
insufficient fluid irreparably
damages the battery and may
cause an explosion.
191) Before performing any
operation on the electrical system,
disconnect the negative battery
cable through the suitable
terminal, after having waited at
least one minute from turning the
ignition key to STOP.
192) Always wear appropriate
goggles when working on or near
the battery.
IMPORTANT
52) Incorrect assembly of electrical
and electronic devices may cause
severe damage to your vehicle.
Contact a Fiat Dealership if you
want to install accessories after
purchasing the vehicle (alarms,
radiophone, etc.): they will
suggest the most suitable devices
and advise you whether a higher
capacity battery needs to be
installed.
53) If the vehicle needs to be off the
road for a long period under
conditions of intense cold, remove
the battery and take it to a
heated location, otherwise it may
freeze.
IMPORTANT
4) Batteries contain substances
which are very dangerous for the
environment. To replace your
battery, we recommend
contacting your Fiat Dealership to
dispose of your old battery in full
respect of the environment and in
compliance with all applicable
laws and regulations.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
INDEX
A
BS .............................................. 82
Additional heater ............................ 42
Additional rear climate control
(Panorama/Combi) ....................... 47
Additional rear heating
(Panorama/Combi) ....................... 47
Advice for extending battery life...... 243
Air cleaner ...................................... 241
Air suspension ............................... 70
Arrangement possibilities for
Universal Isofix child restraint
system on seats of vehicle ........... 166
Ashtray .......................................... 67
ASR system ................................... 84
ASR (system) ................................. 84
Automatic climate control
system ......................................... 35
Automatic headlight sensor ............ 51
Battery (disconnector) ................... 62
Battery disconnector ...................... 62
Battery
– Replacement ............................. 242
Battery (recharging) ........................ 225
Battery replacement ....................... 242
body paintwork identification
plate............................................. 254
Bodywork
– Advice for preserving the
bodywork .................................. 248– Exterior and underbody
warranty .................................... 248
– Protection from atmospheric
agents ....................................... 248
Bodywork version .......................... 256
Bonnet ........................................... 79
Bottle replacement ......................... 206
Brake fluid ...................................... 240
Brakes
– specifications ............................ 262
Bulbs
– types of bulbs ........................... 209
Bump starting ................................ 198
Cab glove compartment ............... 68
Capucine ....................................... 68
Carrying children safely
– Arrangement possibilities for
child restraint systems ............... 162
– Child restraint systems .............. 160
– Safety regulations ...................... 163
Central locking ............................... 62
Changing a bulb............................. 208
Changing an interior bulb ............... 216
Chassis marking ............................ 254
Checking and restoring pressure .... 206
Checking levels .............................. 235
Cigar lighter.................................... 66
Clutch ............................................ 260
CO2 emissions............................... 335Compartment beneath
passenger side front seat ............. 65
Controls ......................................... 60
Cruise Control ................................ 55
Daytime Running Lights ................ 49
Dead lock ...................................... 73
Demanding vehicle use .................. 234
Desk/Book rest .............................. 67
Diesel particulate filter (DPF) ........... 111
Diffusers ......................................... 29
Dimensions .................................... 268
Dipped headlights .................... 49-212
Direction indicators ................... 50-213
Display
– Standard screen ........................ 120
Door pockets ................................. 65
Doors ............................................. 72
DPF (particulate filter) ..................... 111
Driving Advisor (system) ................. 92
Driving style.................................... 185
Electric windows ........................... 78
Electronic alarm ............................. 13
Engine codes ................................. 256
Engine coolant ............................... 238
Engine coolant temperature
indicator ....................................... 118
Engine............................................ 258
Engine marking .............................. 255
Engine oil ....................................... 238
INDEX