2016 FIAT FULLBACK Owners Manual

CATALYTIC
CONVERTER
The exhaust gas scavenging devices
used with catalytic converter are
extremely efficient for the reduction of
noxious gases. The catalytic converter
is installed in the exhaust system.
It is important to keep the engine
properly tuned to ensure proper catalyst
operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage.
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NOTE Use fuel of the type
recommended in “Fuel selection”.
WARNING
71)As with any vehicle, do not park or
operate this vehicle in areas where
combustible materials such as dry grass or
leaves can come in contact with a hot
exhaust since a fire could occur.
DIESEL
PARTICULATE
FILTER (DPF)
(where provided)
The diesel particulate filter (DPF) is a
device that captures most of the
particulate matter (PM) in the exhaust
emissions of the diesel engine. The DPF
automatically burns away trapped PM
during vehicle operation. Under certain
driving conditions, however, the DPF is
not able to burn away all of the trapped
PM and, as a result, an excessive
amount of PM accumulates inside it.
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NOTE To minimize the likelihood of
excessive accumulation of PM, try to
avoid driving for long periods at low
speeds and repeatedly driving short
distances.
NOTE The engine sounds slightly
different from usual while the DPF
automatically burns away trapped PM.
The change in the engine sound does
not indicate a fault.
DPF warning lamp
The DPF warning lamp comes on in the
event of an abnormality in the DPF
system.If the DPF warning lamp comes on
during vehicle operation
Steady illumination of the DPF warning
lamp shows that the DPF has not been
able to burn away all of the trapped PM
and that, as a result, an excessive
amount of PM has accumulated inside
it. To enable the DPF to burn away the
PM, try to drive the vehicle as follows:
With the bar graph of engine coolant
temperature display stabilized in roughly
the middle of the scale, drive for about
20 minutes at a speed of at least
40 km/h.
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IMPORTANT You do not have to
continuously drive exactly as indicated
above. Always strive to drive safely in
accordance with road conditions.
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If the DPF warning lamp flashes
during vehicle operation
Flashing of the DPF warning lamp
indicates an abnormality in the DPF
system. Have the system inspected by
a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
72)The diesel particulate filter (DPF)
reaches high temperatures during normal
operation. Do not park the vehicle on
flammable material (grass, dry leaves, pine
needles etc.): fire hazard.
IMPORTANT
22)Do not use any type of fuel or engine oil
that is not specified for your vehicle. Also,
do not use any moisture-removing agent or
other fuel additive. Such substances could
have a detrimental effect on the DPF. Refer
to “Fuel selection” and “Engine oil”.
23)Vehicle travel speed should always be
adapted to the traffic and weather
conditions, and must always comply with
traffic regulations. The engine can be
stopped even if the DPF symbol is on:
however, repeated interruptions of the
regeneration process could cause
premature deterioration of the engine oil.
For this reason it is always advisable to wait
for the symbol to go off before turning off
the engine, following the instructions
above. Do not complete the DPF
regeneration process when the vehicle is
stopped.24)Continuing to drive with the DPF
warning lamp flashing could result in engine
trouble and DPF damage.
ENGINE
COMPARTMENT
BONNET
To open
1. Pull the release lever towards you to
unlock the bonnet.
2. Raise the bonnet while pressing the
safety lock.
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NOTE Only open the bonnet when the
wipers are in the parked position.
Failure to do so may cause damage to
the bonnet, wiper arms or front
windscreen.
3. Support the bonnet by inserting the
support bar in its slot.
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To close
1. Unlatch the support bar and clip it in
its holder.
2. Slowly lower the bonnet to a position
about 20 cm above the closed position,
then let it drop.
3. Make sure the bonnet is securely
locked by softly lifting the centre of the
bonnet.
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NOTE If this does not close the bonnet,
release it from a slightly higher position.
NOTE Do not press down firmly on the
bonnet as doing so could damage it.
WARNING
73)Be careful that hands or fingers are not
trapped when closing the bonnet.
74)Perform these operations only when
the car is stationary.
75)Use both hands to lift the bonnet.
Before lifting, check that the windscreen
wiper arms are not raised from the
windscreen, that the vehicle is stationary
and that the parking brake is engaged.76)For safety reasons, the bonnet must
always be properly closed while the car is
travelling. Therefore, make sure that the
bonnet is properly closed and that the lock
is engaged. If you discover that the bonnet
is not perfectly closed during travel, stop
immediately and close the bonnet in the
correct manner.
IMPORTANT
25)Note that the support bar may
disengage the bonnet if the open bonnet is
lifted by a strong wind.
26)After inserting the support bar into the
slot, make sure the bar supports the
bonnet securely from falling down on to
your head or body.
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CARGO AREA
CARGO LOADS
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Cargo loads precautions
When loading luggage, be careful to the
following.
Stow cargo and luggage in the cargo
area whenever possible.
Distribute cargo or luggage evenly
not to be unbalanced in weight of a
load.
Do not place cargo or luggage on
the instrument panel. Also, do not stack
up cargo or luggage on the front
passenger’s seat or the rear seat.
Having the driver’s vision blocked, and
your cargo being thrown inside the
cabin if you suddenly have to brake can
cause a serious accident or injury.
WARNING
77)If a vehicle is parked on a very steep
gradient or with a side gradient, opening
the rear door or side door could cause any
unsecured items to emerge suddenly.
78)If you wish to carry a reserve of petrol
in a can, observe the legal restrictions and
only use a can that is type-approved and
properly secured to the load anchorage
eyebolts. Anyway, by doing so, you
increase the risk of fire in the event of an
accident with your vehicle.
INTERIOR FEATURES
SUN VISORS
A — To eliminate front glare
B — To eliminate side glareCard holder
Cards can be slipped into the holder (A)
on the back of the sun visor.
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VANITY MIRROR
(where provided)
A vanity mirror is fitted to the back of
the sun visor on the passenger side.
ASHTRAY
(where provided)
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Type 1 (fixed position)
To use the ashtray, pull it out.To remove the ashtray, pull it out while
pressing the stop (A).
Type 2 (movable)
To use the movable ashtray, open the
lid.
Mounting position for movable
ashtray
The movable ashtray can be fitted at
the indicated positions.
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CIGARETTE LIGHTER
(where provided)
The cigarette lighter can be used while
the ignition switch or the operation
mode is in ON or ACC.A — Push all the way in.
The cigarette lighter will automatically
return to its original position with a
“click” when ready. Pull it out for use.
After use, insert the cigarette lighter to
its original position in the socket.
NOTE Do not leave the cigarette lighter
removed from its socket, because the
socket might become clogged by
foreign material and be short-circuited.
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Do not allow children to operate or play
with the cigarette lighter as burns may
occur.
Do not use any electric appliance that is
not approved by FCA. Doing so could
damage the socket. If you used the
cigarette lighter after damaging the
socket, the cigarette lighter might pop
out or fail to come out after being
pushed in.Something is wrong with the cigarette
lighter if it does not pop back out within
approximately 30 seconds of being
pushed in. Pull it out and have the
problem corrected at Fiat Dealership.
When the cigarette lighter socket is
used as a power source for an electric
appliance, be sure that the electric
appliance operates at 12 V and has an
electric capacity of 120 W or less. In
addition, long use of the electric
appliance without running the engine
may run down the battery.
ACCESSORY SOCKET
(where provided)
The accessory socket can be used
while the ignition switch or the
operation mode is in ON or ACC. To
use a plug-in type accessory, open the
lid, and insert the plug in the accessory
socket.
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DIGITAL CLOCK
(where provided)
The digital clock indicates the time with
the ignition switch or the operation
mode is in ON or ACC.
To set the time
Set the time by pressing the various
buttons as described below.
1. To adjust the hour
2. To adjust the minutes
3. To reset the minutes to zero
If the battery cables are disconnected
during repairs or for any other reason,
reset the clock to the correct time after
they are reconnected.
STORAGE SPACES
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1. Glove box 2. Sunglasses holder
3. Floor console box 4. Centre
console under tray
Glove box Type 1
To open, push the button (A).Glove box Type 2
The glove box can be locked and
unlocked using the key.
A — To lock
B — To unlock
C — To open, push the button
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Centre console under tray
The centre console under tray is on the
floor console part.
Type 1
Type 2NOTE The centre console under tray is
removable, so it is also possible to use
as storage space.
NOTE When using a commercially
available USB connector cable
connected to the USB input terminal, if
you hold up extra length of the cable in
the storage space and install the tray,
you can use only the necessary length
cable pulled out from the storage
space.
NOTE Do not use the centre console
under tray as an ashtray. This could
cause a fire or the tray will be damaged
Floor console box
Upper and lower boxes are located
inside the floor console box. The floor
console box can also be used as an
armrest.A — Upper box
B — Lower box
Upper box
To open the upper box, raise the lid.
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