2016 FIAT DUCATO Warning control

WARNING
16)All adjustments must be made with the
vehicle stationary.
17)After releasing the adjustment lever,
always check that the seat is locked on the
guides by trying to move it back and forth.
If it is not locked, the seat may move
unexpectedly and make you lose control of
the vehicle.
18)For maximum safety, keep the backrest
upright, lean back into it and make sure
the seat belt fits closely across your chest
and pelvis.
19)Before putting on the seatbelt, ensure
that the armrests are vertical (see
paragraph on "seat belts ”).
20)Before unfastening the belts and
getting out of the vehicle, ensure that the
outer armrest (door side) is fully raised.
21)All adjustments must be made with the
vehicle stationary. In particular, while
turning the seat, take care that it does not
interfere with the handbrake lever.
22)Ensure the seat is locked in driving
position before starting up the vehicle.
23)Do not place heavy loads on the flap
with the vehicle in motion because they
could be thrown against the vehicle
occupants in the event of sudden braking
or impacts, causing severe injury.24)Do not travel with passengers seated in
the 3rd row with the 2nd row bench folded
over. Do not place objects of any type on
the backrest of the 2nd row bench folded
over: in the event of impact or sharp
braking they could be thrown against the
occupants of the vehicle casing serious
injury. For more information, see the
contents of the adhesive plate located
under the bench.
25)When refitting the bench, ensure that it
is correctly locked to the floor guides.
WARNING
3)The fabric upholstery of your vehicle is
designed to withstand the normal wear
and tear of your vehicle for a long time.
You are however recommended to avoid
strong and/or continuous scratching
with clothing accessories such as metal
buckles, studs, Velcro fastenings and the
like, as these items cause stress of the
cover fabric that could lead to yarn
breaking and damage the upholstery.
STEERING WHEEL
The steering wheel position can be
adjusted axially.
To carry out the adjustment, proceed as
follows:
release the lever fig. 33 by pulling it
towards the steering wheel (position 2);
adjust the steering wheel;
block the lever by pushing it
forwards (position 1).
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WARNING
28)As the driver's exterior mirror is curved,
it may slightly alter the perception of
distance of the reflected image. Further,
the reflective surface of the lower part
of the exterior mirrors is parabolic to
increase the field of view. The reflected
image size is thus reduced and gives the
impression that the reflected item is further
away than it actually is.
29)When driving the mirrors should always
remain in position 1.
EXTERNAL LIGHTS
IN BRIEF
The left stalk includes the controls for
the exterior lights.
The exterior lights can only be
switched on when the ignition key is
in the ON position.
LIGHTS OFF
Ring turned to theOfig. 38 position.DAYTIME RUNNING
LIGHTS (DRL)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
With the key in MAR position and
the ring turned to theOposition fig. 38,
the daytime lights turn on automatically;
the other lights and the internal lighting
remain off. The automatic operation
of the daytime running lights can be
activated/deactivated, for versions/
markets where provided, via the display
menu (see "Display" in the "Knowing
the instrument panel" chapter).
If the daytime running lights are
deactivated, no light comes on when
the ring nut is turned toO.
30)
DIPPED HEADLIGHTS/
SIDE LIGHTS
With the ignition key turned to
MAR-ON, turn the ring nut to
fig.
39.
If dipped headlights are activated, the
daytime running lights switch off and
the side lights and dipped headlights
switch on.
The
warning light switches on in
the instrument panel.
When the ignition key is turned to
STOP or removed and the ring nut is
turned fromOto
, all the side lights
and the number plate lights come on.
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Activation
Turn the ring to the
position fig. 44:
this turns the side lights and the dipped
beam headlights on simultaneously
and automatically depending on the
exterior brightness.
Deactivation
The main beam headlights will go out
followed by the side lights after
approximately 10 seconds, when the
sensor is deactivated.
The sensor is not capable of detecting
the presence of fog. Therefore, in
these circumstances, the lights have to
be turned on manually.WARNING
30)The daytime running lights are an
alternative to the dipped beam headlights
for driving during the daytime in countries
where it is compulsory to have lights on
during the day, and they are also permitted
in those countries where this is not
obligatory. Daytime running lights cannot
replace dipped beam headlights when
driving at night or through tunnels. The use
of daytime running lights is governed by
the highway code of the country in which
you are driving. Comply with legal
requirements.
31)The system is based on recognition via
a camera. Particular environmental
conditions may affect the correct
recognition of traffic conditions. Therefore,
the driver is always responsible for the
correct use of the main beam headlights in
compliance with the laws in force. Rotate
the ring to the
position fig. 39to
disable the automatic function.
32)If the camera loses its position due to a
load variation, the system may not work
temporarily to allow the camera to perform
an auto-calibration.
HEADLIGHTS
LIGHT BEAM ALIGNMENT
The correct alignment of the headlights
is essential for the comfort and safety
of the driver and other road users.
To ensure the best visibility when
travelling with the headlights on, the
headlight alignment must be correct.
Contact a Fiat Dealership to have
the headlights checked and adjusted.
HEADLIGHT ALIGNMENT
CORRECTOR
This device works with the ignition key
in the MAR-ON position and the dipped
beam headlights on.
The vehicle tilts backwards when it is
laden, raising the beam.
The beams must therefore be realigned
in this case.
Headlight alignment adjustment
Press
oron the control panel fig.
45.
The instrument panel display shows the
position in relation to the adjustment
set.
IMPORTANT Check the alignment of
the light beams each time the weight of
the load transported changes.
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CONTROLS
HAZARD LIGHTS
They are turned on by pressing switch
A fig. 47, regardless of the ignition key's
position.
The
andwarning lights on the
instrument panel turn on when this
device is enabled. Press switch A again
to turn the lights off.
IMPORTANT The use of hazard warning
lights is governed by the highway
code of the country you are in. Comply
with legal requirements.Emergency braking
(for versions/markets, where provided)
In the event of emergency braking,
the hazard warning lights turn on
automatically together with the
and
warning lights on the instrument
panel. The function switches off
automatically when the nature of the
braking changes. This function
complies with the relevant legislation
currently in force.
FOG LIGHTS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
With the side lights on, press the
button fig. 48 to turn the fog lights
on. The
warning light on the
instrument panel turns on.
Press the button again to switch the
lights off.
The use of fog lights is governed by the
highway code of the country in which
you are driving. Comply with legal
requirements.REAR FOG LIGHT
With the dipped beam headlights on or
with the side lights and fog lights on
(for versions/markets, where provided),
these lights turn on when the
button
fig. 49 is pressed. The
warning
light on the instrument panel turns on.
Press the button again to turn the lights
off, or turn off the dipped beams
and/or the front fog lights (where
provided). The use of rear fog lights is
governed by the highway code of
the country you are in. Comply with
legal requirements.
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IMPORTANT Keep the glass in the
sensor area clean.
Activation fig. 56
Move the right lever down by one click
(position B).
The activation of the sensor is signalled
by a "stroke" to show that the
command has been acquired.
Turn the control F to increase the rain
sensor sensitivity.
The increasing of the rain sensor
sensitivity is signalled by a "stroke" to
show that the command has been
acquired.
If the windscreen washer is used with
the rain sensor activated, the normal
washing cycle is performed, after which
the rain sensor resumes its normal
automatic operation.
Deactivation fig. 56
Move the lever from position B or turn
the ignition key to OFF. The next time
the vehicle is started (ignition key in ON
position), the sensor is not reactivated
even if the lever is still in position B.
To activate the sensor, move the lever
to position A or C and then back to
position B or turn the ring nut for
adjusting the sensitivity. Rain sensor
activation will be indicated by at least
one wiper “stroke” even if the
windscreen is dry.The rain sensor is capable of
recognising the difference between day
and night and making the necessary
adjustments automatically.
33)
HEADLIGHT WASHERS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The headlight washers are “retractable”,
i.e.: they are located inside the front
bumper and they are activated when
(with dipped beams on) the windscreen
washer is operated.
IMPORTANT Check the correct
condition and cleanliness of nozzles at
regular intervals.
WARNING
33)Streaks of water may cause
unnecessary blade movements.
WARNING
4)Never use the windscreen wiper to
remove layers of snow or ice from
the windscreen. In such conditions, the
windscreen wiper may be subjected to
excessive stress and the motor cut-out
switch, which prevents operation for a few
seconds, may intervene. If operation is
not restored, contact a Fiat Dealership.
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During fully automatic system
operation, you can change the set
temperature, air distribution and fan
speed at any time by using the relevant
buttons or knobs: the system will
automatically change its settings to
adjust to the new requirements. During
fully automatic operation (FULL AUTO),
the word FULL will disappear if the air
distribution and/or flow rate and/or
engagement of the compressor and/or
recirculation settings are changed. In
this way, the functions will switch from
automatic to manual control until the
AUTO button is pressed again. With
one or more functions turned on
manually, the adjustment of the intake
air temperature continues to be
managed automatically, except with the
compressor switched off: if this is the
case, the temperature of the air sent
into the passenger compartment
cannot be lower than that of the
outside air.
WARNING
2)The air conditioning system uses R134a
or R1234yf refrigerant compatible with
the regulations in force in the countries
where the vehicle is sold. When charging,
only use the gas indicated on the
dedicated plate in the engine compartment
. The use of other coolants affects the
efficiency and condition of the system. The
lubricant used for the compressor is also
strictly linked to the type of cooling gas,
please refer to a Fiat Dealership.
ADDITIONAL
HEATER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
On some versions, an additional heater
is also present beneath the driver's
seat. The fan for this heater is operated
by means of the button F located on
the control panel fig. 62.
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INDEPENDENT
ADDITIONAL
HEATER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The vehicle is available, on request,
with two different independent heaters:
one fully automatic, the other which
can be programmed.
AUTOMATIC VERSION
The additional heater is turned on in
automatic mode when the engine
is started and the required outside
temperature and coolant conditions are
present. Deactivation is always
automatic.
34)
IMPORTANT During periods with low
outdoor temperatures when the device
cuts in, check that the fuel level is
always higher than the reserve level.
Otherwise the device could lock and
require the assistance of a Fiat
Dealership.PROGRAMMABLE
VERSION
The additional heater operates
completely independently of engine
operation and allows the following:
heating the passenger compartment
with the engine off
defrosting the windows;
heat the engine coolant and then the
engine itself prior to starting.
The system consists of:
a diesel burner for heating the water
with an exhaust silencer for the
combustion gases;
a metering pump connected to the
reservoir pipes for supplying the burner;
a heat exchanger connected to the
engine cooling system pipes;
a control unit connected to the
passenger compartment heating/
ventilation system to allow automatic
operation;
an electronic control unit for
controlling and adjusting the built-in
burner;
a digital timer fig. 63 for turning the
heater on manually or for programming
its turn-on time.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.
Digital timer fig. 63
1) Time/timer display
2) Ventilation warning light
3) Time "forward" adjustment button
4) Program selection button
5) Clock preselection recall number
6) Activation button for immediate
heating
7) Time adjustment/reading warning
light
8) Time "backward" adjustment button
9) Heater cycle warning light
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In both cases, the heating warning light,
the display lighting and the passenger
compartment heater fan go off and
burning stops.
The fluid circulation pump continues to
work for around two minutes to
dissipate as much heat as possible; the
heater can be turned back on during
this stage.
IMPORTANT The parking heater goes
off when battery voltage is low to allow
the vehicle to be started.
IMPORTANT Before turning on the
device, ensure that the fuel level is
above the reserve. Otherwise the
device could lock and require
the assistance of a Fiat Dealership.
Always turn off the heater when
refuelling and near service stations to
avoid the risk of explosion or fire
hazards.
Do not park the vehicle on
inflammable material such as paper,
grass or dry leaves: fire hazard!
The temperature near the heater
should not exceed 120°C (e.g. during
oven painting in a body shop). The
electronic control unit components may
be damaged at higher temperatures.
Whilst the heater is operating with
the engine switched off, it absorbs
energy from the battery; the engine
should therefore be left running for
a while to make sure that the battery is
properly recharged.
To check the coolant level, follow the
instructions in the "Vehicle
maintenance" chapter, "Engine coolant
system fluid" paragraph. The water in
the heating circuit must contain a
minimum percentage of 10% antifreeze.
For maintenance and repairs,
consult only a Fiat Dealership and use
only original parts.
MAINTENANCE
Have the additional heater checked
regularly at a Fiat Dealership (and
always at the start of every winter). This
will guarantee safe and economic
operation of the heater as well as a long
duration.
ADDITIONAL REAR
HEATING (Panorama and
Combinato)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The Panorama and Combi versions
are equipped with a main heating
system plus an additional system
(available on request) with controls in
the roof panel trim above the second
row of seats fig. 64.For it to operate, it must be enabled
using the button F fig. 65 on the control
panel.
Turn the knob D to the maximum cold
position (knob at blue sector); air at
ambient temperature will come out of
the rear footwell vents (located under
the seats in the 2nd and 3rd row for
Panorama versions and the grille on the
left wheel arch side for Combi
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