2016 FIAT DUCATO BASE CAMPER oil temperature

The additional heater (during winter)
heats, maintains the temperature of and
circulates engine coolant for a set time
period in order to ensure optimum
engine and passenger compartment
conditions at engine start-up.
The heater can operate automatically
when programmed with a digital timer
or manually by pressing the 'immediate
heating' button on the timer.
After heater activation, whether
programmed or manually, the electronic
control unit operates the coolant pump
and turns on the burner in accordance
with pre-set, controlled procedures.
The circulation pump output is also
controlled by the electronic control unit
in order to minimise the initial heating
time.
When the system operates, the control
unit turns on the passenger
compartment heater unit fan at the
second speed.The thermal power of the boiler is
regulated automatically by the
electronic control unit depending on the
temperature of the engine coolant.
IMPORTANT The heater is equipped
with a thermal limiter that cuts off
combustion in the case of overheating
due to insufficient coolant/coolant
leaks. In this case, after repairing the
fault in the cooling system and/or
topping up the fluid, press the program
selection button before turning the
heater back on.
The heater can turn off spontaneously
due to misfiring after start-up or
because the flame goes out during
operation. In this case, carry out the
turning off procedure and try to turn the
heater back on. If it still does not work,
consult a Fiat Dealership.Activation of the heating
system
When an automatic climate control
system is present, the control unit sets
the air temperature and distribution
when the heater is turned on from the
park position. When a manual
heater/climate control is present, to
obtain maximum heater efficiency,
check that the passenger compartment
heating/ventilation temperature
adjustment knob is in the 'hot air'
position.
To prioritise passenger compartment
pre-heating, set the air distribution knob
to the
position.
To prioritise windscreen demisting, set
the air distribution knob to
position.
To obtain both functions, set the air
distribution knob to
position.
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KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

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 ...............................116
DISPLAY ........................................122
TRIP COMPUTER ...........................131
WARNING LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES ....................................134
- LOW BRAKE FLUID/HANDBRAKE
ENGAGED .......................................... 134
- EBD FAILURE .................................. 135
- AIRBAG FAILURE ............................. 135
- SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED .......... 136
- ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
TOO HIGH .......................................... 137
- LOW BATTERY CHARGE ................. 137
- LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE ......... 138
-ENGINE OIL DETERIORATED ........... 138
-INCOMPLETE DOOR/LOAD
COMPARTMENT CLOSURE ............... 139
- POWER STEERING FAILURE ........... 139
-SELF-LEVELLING SUSPENSION
FAILURE ............................................. 139
- INJECTION/EOBD SYSTEM
FAILURE ............................................. 141
-UREA INJECTION SYSTEM FAILURE
............................................................ 142
- ABS FAILURE ................................... 142
-FUEL RESERVE ................................ 143
-GLOW PLUG PREHEATING / GLOW
PLUG PREHEATING FAILURE ............ 143
-INDICATION OF DIESEL EMISSIONS
ADDITIVE LOW LEVEL (UREA) ........... 144
-VEHICLE PROTECTION SYSTEM
FAILURE - FIAT CODE ........................ 144
- REAR FOG LIGHTS .......................... 144
- GENERAL FAILURE INDICATION ..... 145
-DPF (PARTICULATE FILTER)
CLEANING UNDERWAY ..................... 146
-WORN BRAKE PADS ........................ 147-DRIVING ADVISOR ........................... 147
- TPMS ............................................... 148
- DIPPED HEADLIGHTS ..................... 149
- FOLLOW ME HOME ........................ 149
- LEFT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR
............................................................ 149
- RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION
INDICATOR ........................................ 150
-FOG LIGHTS ..................................... 150
- CRUISE CONTROL .......................... 150
-SPEED LIMITER ................................ 150
- AUTOMATIC MAIN BEAM
HEADLIGHTS ..................................... 151
- MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS .............. 151
-"UP" FUNCTION ............................... 151
-EXTERIOR LIGHTS FAULT ................ 152
-BRAKE LIGHT FAILURE .................... 152
-MAIN BEAM AUTOMATISM FAULT ... 153
-POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD ................. 153
-SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED ................. 153
-SCHEDULED SERVICING ................. 153
-FUEL CUT-OFF DEVICE INERTIA
SWITCH TRIPPED .............................. 154
-PARKING SENSOR FAILURE ............ 154
-DRIVING ADVISOR SYSTEM
FAILURE ............................................. 154
-TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION
FAILURE ............................................. 154
-LIMITED RANGE ............................... 154
-START&STOP SYSTEM
ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION .............. 155
-START&STOP FAILURE .................... 155
-INDICATION OF DIESEL EMISSIONS
ADDITIVE LOW LEVEL (UREA) ........... 156
-WATER IN DIESEL FILTER (diesel
versions) ............................................. 156
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ENGINE OIL LEVEL
GAUGE
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The gauge provides a graphic indication
of the level of oil in the engine.
When the ignition key is turned to
MAR-ON, the display fig. 147 - fig. 148
shows the oil level by lighting up /
switching off five symbols.The gradual switching off of the
symbols indicates a decreasing oil level.
Four or five symbols light up to indicate
a sufficient level of oil in the sump. If
the fifth symbol is not lit, this does not
indicate a fault or that insufficient oil
is present in the sump.
If the oil level is lower than the minimum
required value, the display shows a
dedicated message indicating minimum
engine oil level and the need for a
top-up.
IMPORTANT To find out the correct oil
quantity, always check using the
dipstick (see paragraph “Checking
levels” in the section “Maintenance and
care”).
After a few seconds, the symbol display
indicating the amount of engine oil
disappears and:
❒When the next scheduled servicing
intervention is approaching, the
time to the next service is displayed
and the õ symbol lights up on the
display. When the service date is
reached, the display shows a
dedicated message;❒Later on, if the time for changing the
engine oil is getting close, the
distance until the next oil change will
appear on the display. When the
service interval has expired a
dedicated warning will be shown on
the display.
IMPORTANT
20) If the needle for the engine
coolant temperature reaches the
red area, stop the engine
immediately and contact a Fiat
Dealership.
147 - Versions with multifunction displayF1A0354
Liv.olio
MAX MIN
148 - Versions with reconfigurableF1A0355
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display
multifunction

Warning lights on
displayWhat it means What to do
redLOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
When the key is turned to MAR-ON, the digital warning light switches on,
but it should switch off as soon as the engine is started.
The warning light switches on constantly together with the message in
the display when the system detects that the engine oil pressure is
insufficient.
22)
ENGINE OIL DETERIORATED
(MultiJet versions with DPF only)
The warning light starts to flash together with a message on the display
(for versions/markets, where provided) when the system detects that the
engine oil has deteriorated.
If the warning light flashes, this does not mean that the vehicle is faulty,
but simply informs the driver that it is now necessary to change the
engine oil as a result of regular vehicle use. If the oil is not changed, when
a second deterioration threshold is reached, the warning light
also
switches on in the instrument panel and the engine operation is limited to
3000 rpm.
If the oil is still not changed, when a third deterioration threshold is
reached, the engine is limited to 1500 rpm to avoid damage.Contact a Fiat Dealership
as soon as possible.
100) 101)
Remember that the
deterioration of the engine
oil is accelerated by:
– mainly town use of the
vehicle which makes the
DPF regeneration process
more frequent
– use of the vehicle for
short trips, preventing the
engine from reaching
operating temperature
– repeated interruption of
the regeneration process,
signalled by the DPF
warning light coming on.
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KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL

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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PERIODIC CHECKS
Before long journeys, check and, if
necessary, restore:
❒engine coolant level;
❒brake fluid level;
❒control and recovery of additive level
for AdBlue Diesel emissions (UREA)
(for versions/markets, where
provided);
❒windscreen washer fluid level;
❒tyre inflation pressure and condition;
❒operation of lighting system
(headlamps, direction indicators,
hazard warning lights, etc.);
❒operation of screen washer/wiper
system and positioning/wear of
windscreen/rear window wiper
blades.
To ensure that the vehicle is always
efficient and well maintained, it is
advisable to make sure that you carry
out the above operations regularly
(approximately every 1000 km and
every 3000 km for checking and
topping up engine oil is advisable).
DEMANDING
VEHICLE USE
If the vehicle is mostly used in one of
the following conditions:
❒towing a trailer or caravan;
❒dusty roads;
❒short, repeated journeys (less than
7-8 km) at sub-zero outside
temperatures;
❒engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds 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
conditions and wear;
❒check cleanliness of bonnet and boot
locks, cleanliness and lubrication of
linkage;
❒visually inspect conditions of: engine,
gearbox, transmission, pipes and
hoses (exhaust - fuel system -
brakes) and rubber elements (boots -
sleeves - bushes - etc.);
❒check battery charge and battery
fluid level (electrolyte);
❒visually inspect condition of the
accessory drive belts;❒check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter;
❒Restore additive level for AdBlue
Diesel emissions (UREA) (for versions
/ markets where applicable), at the
ignition of the lamp or the message
on the instrument panel;
❒check and, if necessary, replace
pollen filter.
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INDEX
A
BS .............................................. 81
Additional heater ............................ 41
Additional rear climate control
(Panorama/Combi) ....................... 47
Additional rear heating
(Panorama/Combi) ....................... 46
Advice for extending battery life...... 252
Air cleaner ...................................... 250
Air suspension ............................... 69
Arrangement possibilities for
Universal Isofix child restraint
system on seats of vehicle ........... 170
Ashtray .......................................... 66
ASR system ................................... 83
ASR (system) ................................. 83
Automatic climate control
system ......................................... 35
Automatic headlight sensor ............ 51
Battery (disconnector) ................... 61
Battery disconnector ...................... 61
Battery
– Replacement ............................. 251
Battery (recharging) ........................ 232
Battery replacement ....................... 251
body paintwork identification
plate............................................. 263
Bodywork
– Advice for preserving the
bodywork .................................. 257– Exterior and underbody
warranty .................................... 257
– Protection from atmospheric
agents ....................................... 257
Bodywork version .......................... 264
Bonnet ........................................... 78
Bottle replacement ......................... 211
Brake fluid ...................................... 249
Brakes
– specifications ............................ 269
Bulbs
– types of bulbs ........................... 214
Bump starting ................................ 202
Cab glove compartment ............... 68
Capucine ....................................... 68
Carrying children safely
– Arrangement possibilities for
child restraint systems ............... 166
– Child restraint systems .............. 164
– Safety regulations ...................... 167
Central locking ............................... 61
Changing a bulb............................. 212
Changing an interior bulb ............... 221
Chassis marking ............................ 262
Checking and restoring pressure .... 210
Checking levels .............................. 243
Cigar lighter.................................... 65
Clutch ............................................ 268
CO2 emissions............................... 345Compartment beneath
passenger side front seat ............. 65
Controls ......................................... 59
Cruise Control ................................ 54
Daytime Running Lights ................ 48
Dead lock ...................................... 72
Demanding vehicle use .................. 242
Desk/Book rest .............................. 67
Diesel particulate filter (DPF) ........... 113
Diffusers ......................................... 29
Dimensions .................................... 274
Dipped headlights .................... 48-217
Direction indicators ................... 50-218
Display
– Standard screen ........................ 122
Door pockets ................................. 64
Doors ............................................. 71
DPF (particulate filter) ..................... 113
Driving Advisor (system) ................. 90
Driving style.................................... 189
Electric windows ........................... 77
Electronic alarm ............................. 14
Engine codes ................................. 264
Engine coolant ............................... 247
Engine coolant temperature
indicator ....................................... 120
Engine............................................ 266
Engine marking .............................. 263
Engine oil ....................................... 247