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REFUELLING
Only refuel with automotive diesel conforming to the European specification EN590. The use of other products or mixtures may damage the
engine beyond repair and consequently invalidate the warranty, due to the damage caused.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Make sure that the handbrake is engaged; set the gear lever to neutral; fully depress the clutch pedal without pressing the accelerator, then
turn the ignition key to MAR-ON and wait for the warning lightsandto switch off; turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as
the engine has started.
PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
The catalytic converter develops high temperatures during operation. Do not park on grass, dry leaves, pine needles or other flammable
material: fire hazard.
RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
The vehicle is fitted with a system that allows continuous diagnosis of the emission-related components in order to help protect the
environment.
ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
If, after buying the vehicle, you decide to add electrical accessories (with the risk of gradually draining the battery), visit a Fiat Dealership. They
can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the vehicle's electrical system can support the required load.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct maintenance enables the vehicle to perfectly maintain performance and safety characteristics, its environmental friendliness and low
running costs over time.
Buzzer Item Cause Note / Solution
BlinksOuter buzzer
sounds
approximately
3 secondsOperation
mode OFF
reminder
systemWhen the operation mode is in
any mode other than OFF with all
the doors are closed, if you try to
lock by using the driver’s or front
passenger’s door lock/unlock
switch.Refer to “Operation mode OFF reminder system”.
Buzzer Item Cause Note / Solution
Illuminates No soundsImmobilizer
systemThere is a fault in the electronic
immobilizer (Anti-theft starting
system).Put the operation mode in OFF and then start the
engine again. If the warning is not cancelled,
contact a Fiat Dealership
BlinksInner buzzer
soundsSteering wheel
lockSteering wheel does not unlock.the procedure of reference page. Refer to “Steering
wheel lock”.
Illuminates No soundsSteering wheel
lockSteering wheel lock is abnormal. Refer to “Steering wheel lock”.
WARNING
1)When carrying a key on flights, do not
press any switches on the key while on the
plane. If a switch is pressed on the plane,
the key emits electromagnetic waves,
which could adversely affect the plane’s
flight operation. When carrying a key in a
bag, be careful that no switches on the key
can be easily pressed by mistake.2)Don’t make any alterations or additions
to the immobilizer system; alterations or
additions could cause failure of the
immobilizer.
3)When the key case is opened, be careful
to keep water, dust, etc. out. Also, do not
touch the internal components.4)People with implantable cardiac
pacemakers or implantable cardiovascular-
defibrillators should not go near the exterior
transmitters (A) or the interior transmitters
(B). The radio waves used by the keyless
operation system could adversely affect
implantable cardiac pacemakers or
implantable cardiovascular-defibrillators.
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STEERING WHEEL LOCK
Except for vehicles equipped with
the keyless operation system
To lock
Remove the key at the “LOCK”
position. Turn the steering wheel until it
is locked.
To unlock
Turn the key to the “ACC” position while
moving the steering wheel slightly right
and left.
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For vehicles equipped with the
keyless operation system
To lock
After pressing the engine switch and
operation mode in OFF, when driver’s
door is opened, the steering wheel is
locked.
To unlock
The following methods can be used to
unlock the steering wheel.
Put the operation mode in ACC.
Start the engine.
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NOTE When the steering wheel does
not unlock, the warning lamp will blink
and the inner buzzer will sounds and
warning lamp illuminates. Press the
engine switch again while moving the
steering wheel slightly right and left.
NOTE When the steering wheel lock is
abnormal, the warning lamp illuminates.
Put the operation mode in OFF and
then press the lock switch of the
keyless operation key. And then press
the engine switch, If the warning lamp
illuminates again, contact a Fiat
Dealership.NOTE If there is a fault in the steering
wheel lock, the warning lamp
illuminates. Immediately stop the vehicle
in a safe place and contact your nearest
Fiat Dealership.
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ignition switch to the “ON” or “ACC”
position. [Vehicles equipped with the
keyless operation system] Put the
operation mode in ON or ACC.
NOTE Automatically retract when the
ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK”
position or the operation mode is put in
OFF, and the driver’s door is then
opened.
NOTE Automatically extend when the
vehicle speed reaches 30 km/h.
(vehicles equipped with the keyless
entry key or the keyless operation key)
NOTE Deactivate the automatic
extension function.
WARNING
51)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.
52)Do not attempt to adjust the rear-view
mirror while driving. This can be
dangerous. Always adjust the mirror before
driving.53)Your vehicle is equipped with convex
type mirrors. Remind that objects that you
see in the mirror will look smaller and
farther away compared to a normal flat
mirror. Do not use this mirror to estimate
distance of following vehicles when
changing lanes.
54)Do not drive the vehicle with the mirror
folded in. The lack of rearward visibility
normally provided by the mirror could lead
to an accident.
IMPORTANT
16)It is possible to retract and extend the
mirrors by hand. After retracting a mirror
using the mirror retractor switch, however,
you should extend it by using the switch
again, not by hand. If you extended the
mirror by hand after retracting it using the
switch, it would not properly lock in
position. As a result, it could move because
of the wind or vibration while you are
driving, taking away your rearward visibility.
EXTERNAL LIGHTS
COMBINATION
HEADLAMPS AND
DIPPER SWITCH
Headlamps
NOTE Do not leave the lamps on for a
long time while the engine is stationary
(not running). A run-down battery could
result.
NOTE When it rains, or when the
vehicle has been washed, the inside of
the lens sometimes becomes foggy, but
this does not indicate a functional
problem. When the lamp is switched
on, the heat will remove the fog.
However, if water gathers inside the
lamp, we recommend you to have
checked.
Type 1
Rotate the switch to turn on the lamps.
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WARNING
55)The daytime running lights are an
alternative to dipped beam headlights for
driving during the daytime. They are
compliant in countries where is it obligatory
to have lights on during the day and
permitted in those where it 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.
56)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.
57)Always perform adjustments before
driving. Do not attempt to adjust while
driving, as it could cause an accident.
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Setting change method Hold down
the rear window demister switch for
about 10 seconds or more. When the
setting is changed from enable to
disable 3 sounds are emitted and the
indicator lamp flashes 3 times. When
the setting is changed from disable to
enable 2 sounds are emitted and the
indicator lamp flashes 3 times.
NOTE The factory setting is “Disable
automatic rear window demister”.
WARNING
60)For safety, make sure you have a clear
view through all windows.
IMPORTANT
18)When using the air conditioning, the
idling speed may slightly increase as the air
conditioning compressor is switched on/off
automatically. While the vehicle with an
automatic transmission is stationary, fully
depress the brake pedal to prevent the
vehicle from creeping.
19)When using the mode selection dial
between the
andpositions, prevent
fogging by moving the air selection lever to
select outside air (refer to “Air selection
lever”).
20)Use of the
(recirculation) position
for extended time may cause the windows
to fog up.21)If the outside air is dusty or otherwise
contaminated, or if high cooling
performance is desired, set air selection
lever to the
(recirculation) position and
the temperature control dial all the way to
the right. Switch to the
(outside)
position periodically to increase ventilation
so that the windows do not become
fogged up.
IMPORTANT
2)The system uses a coolant that is
compatible with the laws in force in the
countries where the vehicle is sold, R134a
or R1234yf (indicated on a specific plate in
the engine compartment). The use of other
coolants affects the efficiency and condition
of the system. Also the compressor
coolants used must be compatible with the
indicated coolant.
WINDOW
MANUAL WINDOW
CONTROL
A — Open
B — Close
ELECTRIC WINDOW
CONTROL
(where provided)
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The electric windows can only be
operated with the ignition switch or the
operation mode in ON.
Electric window control switch
Each door window opens or closes
while the corresponding switch is
operated.
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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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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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