2016 FIAT DUCATO BASE CAMPER ABS

Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack
from the roof after use. These
accessories decrease aerodynamic
penetration of the vehicle and have a
negative effect on fuel consumption.
When transporting particularly large
objects, use a trailer if possible.
Electric devices
Use electrical devices only for the
amount of time needed. The heated
rear window, additional headlights,
windscreen/rear window wipers and
heater fan need a considerable amount
of energy, therefore increasing fuel
consumption (by up to 25% in
the urban cycle).
Climate control system
Air conditioning leads to higher fuel
consumption (on average up to +20%).
If the temperature outside permits, try
and use the ventilation only.
Devices for
aerodynamic control
The use of non-certified spoilers may
adversely affect air drag and fuel
consumption.DRIVING STYLE
The main driving styles that affect fuel
consumption are listed below.
Cranking
Do not warm up the engine at low or
high revs when the vehicle is stationary;
this causes the engine to warm up
more slowly, thereby increasing fuel
consumption and emissions. It is
therefore advisable to move off
immediately, slowly, avoiding high
speeds: in this way the engine will
warm up more quickly.
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.
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Installation diagram for
Truck and Chassis Cab
versions fig. 175
Another tow hook specific to Truck and
Chassis Cab versions in shown in fig.
175.
The structure Ø must be fixed in the
points indicated using a total of 6
M10x1.25 screws and 4 M12 screws.
MAX LOAD ON BALL: 100/120 kg
according to the payload (see
“Weights” table in the “Technical data”
section).
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WARNING
140) The ABS device with which the
vehicle may be equipped will not
control the braking system of
the trailer. Particular caution is
required on slippery roads.
141) Never modify the braking
system of the vehicle to control
the trailer brake. The trailer
braking system must be fully
independent from the hydraulic
system of the vehicle.142) After fitting, fixing screw holes
must be sealed to prevent an
exhaust gas inlet.
143) After fitting, fixing screw holes
must be sealed to prevent an
exhaust gas inlet.
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STARTING AND DRIVING

❒remove the bulb D, E, F pushing it
gently and turning it anticlockwise
(“bayonet” locking), then replace
it; remove the bulb G, H pulling
outwards;
❒refit the bulb holder and tighten the
screws C;
❒reconnect the electrical connector,
correctly reposition the unit on the
body of the vehicle and then tighten
the fixing screws B;
❒refit the plastic cover fastening it with
the 7 fixing screws A.
For truck and chassis
cab versions:
Undo the four screws H fig. 217 and
replace the bulbs:
I bulb for rear fog light
L bulb for reversing light
M bulb for side light
N bulb for brake light
O bulb for side light.
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THIRD BRAKE LIGHTS
To replace the bulb proceed as follows:
❒undo the two fixing screws fig. 218;
❒extract the lens unit;
❒press in the tabs B fig. 219 and
remove the bulb holder;
❒remove the snap-fitted bulb and
replace.
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NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS
To replace the bulb proceed as follows:
❒operate in the point indicated by
the arrow and remove the lens unit A
fig. 220;
❒change the bulb releasing it from the
side contacts and making sure the
new bulb is correctly fastened
between the contacts;
❒refit the snap-fitted lens unit.SIDE LIGHTS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
To replace the bulb proceed as follows:
❒for extra-long van:
– undo the two fixing screws C fig. 221
and remove the light cluster;
– remove the bulb holder D on the rear
of the light cluster, turning it through
a 1/4 turn;
– remove the snap-fitted bulb and
replace.
❒for chassis cabs with platform:
– remove the bulb-holder on the rear of
the light cluster, turning through 1/4
turn;
– remove the snap-fitted bulb and
replace.CHANGING AN
INTERIOR BULB
For the type of bulb and relevant power
rating, see paragraph “Changing a
bulb”.
FRONT ROOF LIGHT
Proceed as follows to replace the
bulbs:
❒operate in the point shown by the
arrow and remove roof light A fig.
222;
❒open protective flap B fig. 223;
❒replace the bulbs C fig. 223,
releasing them from the side contacts
and making sure that the new bulbs
are correctly secured between the
contacts;
❒close flap B fig. 223 and fix roof light
A fig. 222 in its housing, making sure
that it locks into place.
REAR ROOF LIGHT
Proceed as follows to replace the
bulbs:
❒operate in the points indicated by the
arrows and remove roof light D fig.
224;
❒open protective flap E fig. 225;
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DEVICE PROTECTED FUSE AMPERE
AbsentF89-
Left main beam headlight F90 7,5
Right main beam headlight F91 7,5
Left fog lightF92 7,5
Right fog lightF93 7,5
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Right central pillar optional fuse box
fig. 232 - fig. 233
DEVICE PROTECTED FUSE AMPERE
Engine intake / ventilation fan (MBUS) F54 15
HeatedseatsF55 15
Rear passenger power socket F56 15
Additional heater under the seat F57 10
Left heated rear window F58 15
Right heated rear window F59 15
AbsentF60 –
AbsentF61 –
AbsentF62 –
Additional passenger heater control F63 10
AbsentF64 –
Additional passenger heater fan F65 30
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BATTERY
RECHARGING
IMPORTANT The battery recharging
procedure is given as information only.
You are advised to contact a Fiat
Dealership to have this operation
carried out.
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.
Charging should be slow at a low
ampere rating for approximately 24
hours. Charging for a longer time may
damage the battery.
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IN THE ABSENCE OF
START&STOP SYSTEM
To recharge, proceed as follows:
❒disconnect the negative battery
terminal;
❒connect the charger cables to the
battery terminals, observing the
polarity;
❒turn on the charger;
❒when it is recharged, turn the charger
off before disconnecting it from the
battery;
❒reconnect the negative battery
terminal.
WITH START&STOP
SYSTEM
To recharge, proceed as follows:
❒disconnect the connector A (pressing
the button B) from the sensor C
monitoring the battery conditions, on
the negative pole D of the battery;
❒connect the positive cable of the
battery charger to the positive battery
terminal E and the negative cable to
sensor terminal F as in fig. 234;
❒turn on the charger;
❒at the end of the charging process,
switch the battery charger off;❒after having disconnected the
charger, reconnect connector A to
the sensor C as in fig. 234.
WARNING
174) Battery fluid is poisonous and
corrosive: avoid contact with
your skin and eyes. The battery
should be charged in a well
ventilated place, away from naked
flames or possible sources of
sparks: danger of explosion and
fire.
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The front ring is located in the tool box
beneath the passenger side seat. On
versions with Fix&Go kit and without
spare wheel, the tool box is available
only on request for versions/markets
where provided.In the absence of the tool box the
vehicle front tow hook is housed in the
on-board documentation container,
together with the Owner Handbook.
To use it, proceed as follows:
❒Open the flap A and remove it as
illustrated in fig. 236;
❒turn retaining knob B fig. 236
anticlockwise and remove it to allow
the box fig. 237 to come out;
❒take the screwdriver provided from
the box and prise up at the point
shown to raise the cap C fig. 239;
❒take the tow ring D from the box and
screw it onto the threaded pin fig.
239.
The rear ring B fig. 240 is located at the
point shown in the diagram.
WARNING
176) Screw on the tow hook and
check that it stops at the end
of travel position.
177) Before towing, switch off the
steering lock (see "Starting
device" paragraph under the
"Knowing your car" section).
178) Remember that the brake servo
and the electric power steering
are not available during towing
operations. Significantly greater
force must be exerted on the
brake pedal and on the steering
wheel to operate them.
179) Do not use flexible cables for
towing and avoid jerking. During
towing operations, make sure that
the fastened joint does not
damage adjoining components.
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