– press buttonMENUbriefly to
return to the menu screen or hold the
button down to return to the standard
screen without storing.
Trip B data (Activating
Trip B)
This function can be used to activate
(On) or deactivate (Off) the Trip B
display (partial trip).
For more information see the "Trip
computer" section.
Proceed as follows to switch the
function on/off:
– press theMENU
button briefly to
make the display flash On or Off
according to the previous setting;
– press the
orbutton to select;
– press theMENU
button briefly to
return to the menu screen or hold the
button down to return to the standard
screen without storing.
Set Time (Setting the
clock)
This function enables the clock to be
set through two submenus: "Time" and
"Format".
To carry out the adjustment, proceed as
follows:
– briefly pressMENU
; the display
will show the two sub-menus “Time”
and “Mode”;
– press the
orbutton to switch
between the two submenus;– select the required option and then
pressMENU
briefly;
– if selecting the “Time” submenu,
briefly pressMENU
, the “hours”
will flash on the display;
– press the
orbutton to make the
adjustment;
– briefly press theMENU
button;
the “minutes” will flash on the display;
– press the
orbutton for setting.
NOTE The setting will increase or
decrease by one unit each time the
orbutton is pressed. Hold down
the button to increase/decrease the
setting rapidly and automatically.
Complete the adjustment with single
presses of the button when you
approach the desired value.
– when you select “Mode”, pressing the
MENU
button makes the mode
flash on the display;
– press the
orbutton to select
"24h" or "12h".
When you have made the required
settings, press theMENU
button
briefly to go back to the submenu
screen or hold the button down to go
back to the main menu screen without
saving.
– hold theMENU
button down
again to return to the standard screen
or to the main menu according to
where you are in the menu.Set Date (Setting the
date)
Using this function you can update the
date (day - month - year).
Proceed as follows to update:
– briefly press theMENU
button:
“year” will flash on the display;
– press the
orbutton to make the
adjustment;
– briefly press theMENU
button:
"month" will flash on the display;
– press the
orbutton to make the
adjustment;
– briefly press theMENU
button:
“day” will flash on the display;
– press the
orbutton for setting.
NOTE The setting will increase or
decrease by one unit each time the
orbutton is pressed. Hold down
the button to increase/decrease the
setting rapidly and automatically.
Complete the adjustment with single
presses of the button when you
approach the desired value.
– press theMENU
button briefly to
return to the menu screen or hold the
button down to return to the standard
screen without storing.
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See radio (audio
information repetition)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
With this function the display shows
information about the radio.
– Radio: selected radio station
frequency or RDS message, automatic
tuning activation or AutoSTore;
– Audio CD, MP3 CDs: track number;
To show the sound system information
on the display (On) or clear it (Off),
proceed as follows:
– briefly press theMENU
button,
making the display flash On or Off
depending on the previous setting;
– press the
orbutton to select;
– press theMENU
button briefly to
return to the menu screen or hold the
button down to return to the standard
screen without storing.
Autoclose (Automatic
central locking with the
vehicle moving)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
When activated (On), this function locks
the doors automatically when the
vehicle speed exceeds 20 km/h.
Proceed as follows to activate or
deactivate this function:
– press theMENU
button briefly to
display a submenu;
– press theMENU
button briefly to
make the display flash On or Off
according to the previous setting;– press the
orbutton to select;
– press theMENU
button briefly to
return to the submenu screen or hold
the button down to return to the main
menu screen without saving;
– hold theMENU
button down
again to return to the standard screen
or to the main menu according to
where you are in the menu.
Unit of measurement
(Setting the unit of
measurement)
With this function is possible to set the
unit of measurement in three
submenus: “Distance”, “Consumption”
and “Temperature”.
To set the required unit of measurement
proceed as follows:
– briefly press theMENU
button to
display the three submenus;
– press the
orbutton to navigate
through the three submenus;
– select the required option and then
pressMENU
briefly;
– if selecting the "Distance" submenu:
briefly press theMENU
button and
the display will show "km" or "mi"
depending on the previous setting;
– press the
orbutton to select;when you select the “Consumption”
submenu: briefly pressing theMENU
button makes “km/l”, “l/100km” or
“mpg” appear on the display,
depending on the previous setting;
If the set distance unit of measurement
is "km", the fuel consumption unit will
be displayed in km/l or l/100 km.
If the set distance unit of measurement
is "mi" the fuel consumption unit will
be displayed in "mpg".
– press the
orbutton to select;
– if selecting the "Temperature"
submenu: briefly press theMENU
button and the display will show
"°C" or "°F" depending on the previous
setting;
– press the
orbutton to select;
When you have made the required
settings, press theMENU
button
briefly to go back to the submenu
screen or hold the button down to go
back to the main menu screen without
saving.
– hold theMENU
button down
again to return to the standard screen
or to the main menu according to
where you are in the menu.
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Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
red
amber
amberEBD FAILURE
The simultaneous switching on of the
(red),
(amber) and(amber) warning lights (for
versions/markets, where provided), with the engine on,
indicates either a failure of the EBD system or that the
system is not available. In this case, the rear wheels
may suddenly lock and the vehicle may swerve when
braking sharply.
The display shows the dedicated message.Drive very carefully to the nearest Fiat Dealership to
have the system inspected immediately.
redAIRBAG FAILURE
When the key is turned to MAR, the warning light
switches on but it should switch off after a few seconds.
The warning light stays on constantly if there is a fault in
the airbag system.
On some versions, the display shows the dedicated
message.
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Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
redINCOMPLETE DOOR LOCKING
On certain versions, the warning light turns on when one or more doors or the
boot are not properly closed.
A buzzer will sound when doors/tailgate are open and the vehicle is moving.
WARNING
48)If thewarning light does not switch on when the key is turned to MAR or if it stays on when driving (together with the message on the
display), there may be a fault in the restraint systems; in this case, the airbags or pretensioners may not deploy in the event of an accident
or, in a lower number of cases, they could deploy erroneously. Before continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership to have the system checked
immediately.
49)Failure of the
warning light is indicated by thewarning light coming on. In this case, thewarning light may not indicate a fault in
the restraint systems. Before continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership to have the system checked immediately.
50)Deteriorated engine oil must be replaced as soon as possible after the
warning light comes on, and never more than 500 km after it
first switches on. Failure to observe the above indications may result in severe damage to the engine and invalidate the warranty. Remember
that when this warning light comes on, it does not mean that the level of engine oil is low, so if it flashes you do not need to top up the engine
oil.
51)If the
warning light flashes when driving, contact a Fiat Dealership.
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ACTIVE SAFETY
SYSTEMS
The vehicle has the following active
safety systems:
ABS;
EBD system;
Brake Assist system;
ESC system;
ASR system;
Hill Holder system;
MSR system;
For the operation of the systems, see
the following pages.
ABS SYSTEM
This is an integral part of the braking
system, which prevents one or more
wheels from locking and slipping
regardless of the road surface
conditions and braking intensity,
ensuring control of the vehicle even
during emergency braking.
The EBD system (Electronic Braking
Force Distribution) completes the
system allowing the brake force to be
distributed between the front and
rear wheels.
IMPORTANT To get the maximum
efficiency of the braking system,
a bedding-in period of about 500 km is
needed: during this period it is better
to avoid sharp, repeated and prolonged
braking.
SYSTEM INTERVENTION
The driver can feel that the ABS has
come into action because the brake
pedal pulsates slightly and the system
gets noisier: it means that the vehicle
speed should be altered to suit the type
of road surface.
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FAULT INDICATIONS
ABS fault
ABS failure is indicated by the
warning light on the instrument
panel coming on (together with the
appropriate message on the
multifunction display on some versions)
(see “Warning lights and messages”).
In this case, the braking system will still
be effective, although without the
extra capacity offered by the ABS.
Drive carefully to the nearest Fiat
Dealership to have the system
checked.
EBD failure
ABS failure is indicated by the
and
warning lights on the instrument
panel coming on (together with the
appropriate message on the
multifunction display on some versions)
(see “Warning lights and messages”).
In this case, the rear wheels may
suddenly lock and the vehicle may
swerve when braking sharply. Drive
carefully to the nearest Fiat Dealership
to have the system checked.
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BRAKE ASSIST
(integrated ESP
emergency braking
assistance)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This system (which cannot be
deactivated) recognises emergency
braking conditions according to the
speed of operation of the brake pedal
and provides an additional hydraulic
braking pressure to support that
provided by the driver. This allows
faster and more powerful operation of
the braking system.
Brake Assist is deactivated on the
versions equipped with ESP, in the
event of ESC system failure (indicated
by the
warning light coming on
together with a message in the
multifunction display, where provided).
WARNING
53)When the ABS cuts in and you feel the
brake pedal pulsating, do not remove
your foot, but keep the pedal pushed
down; in doing so you, will stop in the
shortest distance possible under the road
conditions at the time.
54)If the ABS system intervenes, this
indicates that the traction of the tyres on
the road is nearing its limit. You must slow
down to a speed compatible with the
available traction.55)The ABS gets the most from the
available grip, but it cannot improve it; you
should therefore take every care when
driving on slippery surfaces and not take
unnecessary risks.
56)If only the
instrument panel
warning light comes on (with a message in
the multifunction display on some
versions), stop the vehicle immediately and
contact the nearest Fiat Dealership. Any
loss of fluid will affect the brake system
functionality, both conventional and
ant-lock wheels.
ESC (Electronic
Stability Control)
SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
IN BRIEF
This is an electronic system that
controls vehicle stability in the event
of tyre grip loss, helping to maintain
directional control.
The ESC system is therefore
particularly useful when grip
conditions of road surfaces change.
The MSR system (adjustment of
the engine braking torque during gear
changes) and the HBA system
(automatic increase in the braking
pressure during emergency braking)
are present with ESC, ASR and
Hill Holder systems (for
versions/markets where provided).
SYSTEM INTERVENTION
This is signalled by the flashing of the
warning light in the instrument panel,
to inform the driver that the vehicle is
in critical stability and grip conditions.
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MSR system (engine drive
regulation)
The system prevents the drive wheels
from possibly locking, which could
happen, for example, if the accelerator
pedal is released suddenly or in the
case of a sudden downshifting in
conditions of poor grip.
In this conditions, the engine braking
effect could cause the drive wheels
to slip, resulting in a loss of vehicle
stability. In these situations, the MSR
system intervenes, restoring torque to
the engine in order to conserve vehicle
stability and increase vehicle safety.
Engagement/disengagement of the
ASR system
The ASR system switches on
automatically each time the engine is
started.
Whilst driving, the ASR can be switched
off and subsequently switched on
again by pressing the fig. 119 button on
the dashboard.
Switching off is shown by the
warning light on the instrument panel
switching on and a dedicated message
shown in the multifunction display,
where provided.
If the ASR is switched off when driving,
it is automatically switched on again
when the vehicle is started up.When travelling on snowy roads with
snow chains, it may be helpful to turn
the ASR off: in fact, in these conditions,
the driving wheels skidding when
moving off gives you better traction.
59)For the correct operation of the ASR
system, the tyres must absolutely
be the same make and type on all
wheels, in perfect condition and, above
all, of the type, make and size specified.
FAULT INDICATIONS
In the event of a fault, the ASR will be
automatically switched off and the
warning light will appear
permanently on the instrument panel
along with a message on the
multifunction display, where provided
(see “Warning lights and messages”). In
this case, contact the Fiat Service
Network as soon as possible.
WARNING
57)ESC performance features must not
induce the driver to take unnecessary
or unfounded risks. Your driving style must
always be suited to the road conditions,
visibility and traffic. The driver is always
responsible for road safety.
58)For the ESC and ASR systems to
function correctly, all four tyres must be the
same brand and type, must be in excellent
condition and, above all, must be of the
prescribed type and size.
59)Do not take unnecessary risks, even if
your vehicle is fitted with this system.
Your driving style must always be suited to
the road conditions, visibility and traffic.
The driver is always responsible for road
safety.
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OCCUPANT
PROTECTION
SYSTEMS
The most important safety equipment
of the vehicle comprises the following
protection systems:
seat belts;
SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) system;
head restraints;
child restraint systems;
front airbags and side bags.
Read the information given the
following pages with the utmost care. It
is of fundamental importance that the
protection systems are used in the
correct way to guarantee the maximum
possible safety level for the driver and
the passengers.
SEAT BELTS
USING THE SEAT BELTS
All vehicle seats are equipped with seat
belts with three anchor points and a
retractor. The retractor mechanism
operates locking the belt in the event of
sharp braking or strong deceleration
due to an impact.
This allows the belt strap to slide freely
and to adapt to the body of the
occupant. In the event of an accident,
the belt will lock reducing the risk of
impact inside the passenger
compartment and of being projected
outside the vehicle. The driver is
responsible for respecting, and
ensuring that all the other occupants of
the vehicle also respect, the local laws
in force in relation to the use of the seat
belts.
Always fasten the seat belts before
setting off.
The seat belt should be worn keeping
the chest straight and rested against
the backrest.
To fasten the seat belts, hold the
tongue A fig. 120 and insert it into the
buckle B, until it clicks into place.
If the seat belt jams during removal, let
it rewind for a short stretch, then pull
it out again without jerking.To unfasten the seat belts, press button
C. Guide the seat belt with your hand
while it is rewinding, to prevent it from
twisting.
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The retractor may lock up when the
vehicle is parked on a steep slope: this
is perfectly normal. Furthermore, the
retractor mechanism locks the belt if it
is pulled sharply or in the event of
sudden braking, collisions and
high-speed bends.
All rear seats (for Doblò/Doblò Combi
versions) are fitted with inertia seat belts
with three anchor points and a
retractor.
The rear seat belts (for Doblò/Doblò
Combi versions) must be worn as
shown in fig. 121 - fig. 122.
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