2015 FIAT PANDA AUX

TOWING TRAILERS
129) 130)
IMPORTANT
For towing motorhomes or trailers the
vehicle must be fitted with an approved
tow hook and an adequate electrical
system. Installation must be carried out
by a specialist.
Install any specific and/or additional
door mirrors as specified by the
Highway Code.
Remember that when towing a trailer,
steep hills are harder to climb, braking
distances increase and overtaking
takes longer depending on the overall
weight of the trailer.
Engage a low gear when driving
downhill, rather than constantly using
the brake.
The weight the trailer exerts on the
vehicle tow hook reduces the vehicle's
loading capacity by the same amount.
To make sure that the maximum
towable weight is not exceeded (given
in the vehicle registration document)
account should be taken of the fully
laden trailer, including accessories and
luggage.Do not exceed the speed limits specific
to each country you are driving in, in
the case of vehicles towing trailers.
In any case, the top speed must not
exceed 100 km/h.
An electric brake (or electric winch)
should be supplied directly by the
battery through a cable with a cross
section of no less than 2.5 mm
2.
In addition to the electrical branches,
the vehicle electrical system can only
be connected to the supply cable for an
electric brake and to the cable for an
internal light for the trailer, not
exceeding 15 W. For connections, use
the preset control unit with a battery
cable with section not less than 2.5
mm
2.
On Panda Cross and Panda 4x4
versions, in the event of prolonged
vehicle use at maximum tow capacity
on slopes, replacing engine oil more
frequently (every 10,000 km) is
advisable.
IMPORTANT The use of auxiliary loads
other than external lights (electric brake,
winch, etc.) must be used with engine
running.
IMPORTANT To install a tow hook
contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
129)The ABS with which the vehicle is
equipped will not control the braking
system of the trailer. Particular caution is
required on slippery roads.
130)Never modify the braking system of
the vehicle to control the trailer brake.
The trailer braking system must be fully
independent of the vehicle’s hydraulic
system.
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❒connect the other end of the cable
used for positive (+) to the positive
terminal (+) of the auxiliary battery;
❒connect one end of the cable used
for negative (–) to the negative terminal
(–) of the auxiliary battery;
❒Connect the other end of the cable
used for negative (–) to an engine earth
(the visible metal part of the vehicle
engine with flat battery) away from the
battery and the fuel injection system;
❒start the vehicle engine with the
auxiliary battery, let it run for a
few minutes at idling. Start the engine
of the vehicle with flat battery.
Cable disconnection.
Once the engine has been started,
remove the cables proceeding as
follows:
❒disconnect the end of the cable used
for negative (–) from the engine earth
of the vehicle with flat battery;
❒disconnect the other end of the cable
used for negative (–) from the negative
terminal (–) of the auxiliary battery;
❒disconnect the end of the cable used
for positive (+) from the positive terminal
(+) of the auxiliary battery;
❒disconnect one end of the cable
used for positive (+) from the positive
terminal (+) of the vehicle with flat
battery;If it is often necessary to perform a
jump starting, have the vehicle battery
and the recharging system checked
by a Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT Any accessories (e.g.
mobile phones, etc.) connected to the
vehicle power sockets draw current
even if they are not used. These
devices, if left connected too much time
with engine off, may cause the battery
to drain with following reduction of
its life and/or failure to start the engine.
WARNING
157)This procedure must be performed by
qualified personnel as incorrect actions
may cause high-intensity electrical
discharge. Furthermore, battery fluid is
poisonous and corrosive: avoid contact
with skin and eyes. Keep naked flames and
lighted cigarettes away from the battery
and do not cause sparks.
158)Remove any metal objects (e.g. rings,
watches, bracelets), that might cause an
accidental electrical contact and cause
serious injury.
WARNING
53)Do not connect the cable to the
negative terminal (–) of the flat battery. The
following spark could lead to battery
explosion and cause serious harm. Only
use the specific earth point; do not use any
other exposed metallic part.
54)Never use a fast battery-charger to
start the engine as this could damage the
electronic systems of your vehicle,
particularly the ignition and engine fuel
supply control units.
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SCHEDULED
SERVICING
Correct servicing is crucial for
guaranteeing a long life for the vehicle
under the best conditions. For this
reason, Fiat has planned a series of
checks and services at fixed distance
intervals and, where provided, at fixed
time intervals, as described in the
Scheduled Servicing Plan.
Before each service, it is always
necessary to carefully follow the
instructions in the Scheduled Servicing
Plan (e.g. periodically check level of
fluids, tyre pressure, etc.).
Scheduled Servicing is offered by all
Fiat Dealerships according to a set time
schedule. If, during each operation, in
addition to the ones scheduled, the
need arises for further replacements or
repairs, these may be carried out with
your explicit agreement only. If your
vehicle is used frequently for towing,
the interval between one service
operation and the next should be
reduced.IMPORTANT Scheduled Servicing
interventions are set out by the
Manufacturer. Failure to have them
carried out may invalidate the warranty.
It is advisable to inform a Fiat
Dealership of any small operating
irregularities without waiting for the next
service.
PERIODIC CHECKS
Every1,000km or before long
journeys, check and if necessary, top
up: engine coolant level; brake fluid
level; screen washer fluid level; tyre
inflation pressure and condition; lighting
system operation (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, etc.);
screen washer/wiper system operation
and positioning/wear of windscreen/
rear window wiper blades.
Every3,000km, check and top up if
required: engine oil level.HEAVY-DUTY USE OF THE
VEHICLE
If the vehicle is used under one of the
following conditions: towing a trailer
or motorhome; dusty roads; short (less
than 7-8 km) and repeated journeys
with sub-zero outside temperatures;
engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speed or long periods
of inactivity, the following checks must
be carried out more often than
indicated in the Scheduled Servicing
Plan:
❒check front disc brake pad condition
and wear;
❒check cleanliness of bonnet and
luggage compartment locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of linkage;
❒visually inspect conditions of: engine,
gearbox, transmission, pipes and
hoses (exhaust/fuel system/brakes) and
rubber elements (gaiters/sleeves/
bushes, etc.);
❒check battery charge and battery
fluid level (electrolyte);
❒visually inspect conditions of the
auxiliary drive belts;
❒check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter / pollen
filter / air cleaner.
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MULTIMEDIA
Button Functions Mode
MEDIACD/Media Player source selection (only with
Blue&Me™) / AUX (only withBlue&Me™, for versions/
markets, where provided)short cyclical button press
Volume activation/deactivation (Mute/Pause) Short button press
Audio adjustments: low tones (BASS), high tones
(TREBLE), RH / LH balance (BALANCE), front / rear
balance (FADER)Menu activation: short button press
Selection of type of adjustment: pressingorbuttons
Adjustment of values: pressingorbuttons.
MENUAdvanced functions adjustmentMenu activation: short button press
Selection of type of adjustment: pressing
orbuttons
Adjustment of values: pressingorbuttons..
Radio functions
Button Functions Mode
Radio station search:
❒Automatic search
❒Manual searchAutomatic search: pressingorbuttons (long press
for fast forward)
Manual search: pressing
orbuttons (long press
for fast forward)
123456Store current radio station Long press on keys for preset/memory from 1 to 6
Stored station recall Brief press on keys for preset/memory from 1 to 6
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MULTIMEDIA
INTRODUCTION
The radio offers the following functions:
Radio section
❒PLL tuning with FM/AM/MW
frequency bands;
❒RDS (Radio Data System) with TA
(traffic alerts) function - TP (traffic
programmes) - EON (Enhanced Other
Network) - REG (regional programmes);
❒AF: search selection for alternative
frequencies in RDS mode;
❒provision for emergency alarm;
❒automatic/manual tuning into
stations;
❒FM Multipath detector;
❒manual storing of 30 stations: 18 on
FM band (6 on FM1, 6 on FM2, 6 on
FMT), 12 on MW band (6 on MW1,
6 on MW2);
❒automatic programming (Autostore
function) of 6 stations on dedicated FM
band;
❒SPEED VOLUME function: automatic
volume adjustment according to the
car speed;
❒automatic Stereo/Mono selection.CD section
❒Direct selection of the disc;
❒Track selection (forward/back);
❒Fast advance (forward/back) through
tracks;
❒CD Display function: display of disc
name and time elapsed since the
start of the track;
❒Playing of audio CD, CD-R and
CD-RW.
MP3 CD section
❒MP3-Info function (ID3-TAG);
❒Folder selection (previous/next);
❒Track selection (forward/back);
❒Fast advance (forward/back) through
tracks;
❒MP3 Display function: display of
name of folder, ID3-TAG information,
time elapsed since the start of the
track, name of the file);
❒Playing of audio or data CD, CD-R
and CD-RW.
Audio section
❒Mute/Pause function;
❒Soft-Mute function;
❒Loudness function;
❒7-band graphic equaliser;
❒Separate bass/treble adjustment;
❒Right/left channel balance.Media Player section (only with
Blue&Me™)
For the Media Player functions see, the
Blue&Me™supplement.
AUX section (only with Blue&Me™)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
❒AUX source selection;
❒AUX Offset function: alignment of the
portable device volume with that of
the other sources;
❒Portable player playback.
WARNING
186)High volume can be a risk for the
driver and for other road users. Always
adjust the volume so that you can still hear
background noises.
187)Multimedia CDs include data tracks in
addition to the audio tracks. Playing this
type of CD can cause hissing at a volume
that may jeopardise road safety as well
as cause damage to the final stages and
the speakers.

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Button Short press (less than 1 second)Long press (more than
1 second)
SRC/OKPressing the centre of the right wheel:
❒Selected menu option confirmation during manual interaction
❒Transfer of phone conversation in progress from hands-free system to mobile phone and
vice versa
❒Select audio sources (Radio, CD, Media Player, AUX)
❒Selection of SMS message displayed-
(*)
❒Selection of previous/next folder/artist/genre/album depending on the mode selected-
(*)
❒Play previous/next track (Media Player mode)-
(*)Radio buttons (for versions/markets, where provided)
❒For both operating modes for the controls on the steering wheel (short or long press), the function is activated when the
button is released.