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TOWING TRAILERS
128) 129)
IMPORTANT
For towing motorhomes or trailers the
vehicle must be fitted with an approved
tow hook and an adequate electrical
system. Installation must be carried out
by a specialist.
Install any specific and/or additional
door mirrors as specified by the
Highway Code.
Remember that when towing a trailer,
steep hills are harder to climb, braking
distances increase and overtaking
takes longer depending on the overall
weight of the trailer.
Engage a low gear when driving
downhill, rather than constantly using
the brake.
The weight the trailer exerts on the
vehicle tow hook reduces the vehicle's
loading capacity by the same amount.
To make sure that the maximum
towable weight is not exceeded (given
in the vehicle registration document)
account should be taken of the fully
laden trailer, including accessories and
luggage.
Do not exceed the speed limits specific
to each country you are driving in, in
the case of vehicles towing trailers.
In any case, the top speed must not
exceed 100 km/h.An electric brake (or electric winch)
should be supplied directly by the
battery through a cable with a cross
section of no less than 2.5 mm2.
In addition to the electrical branches,
the vehicle electrical system can only
be connected to the supply cable for an
electric brake and to the cable for an
internal light for the trailer, not
exceeding 15 W. For connections, use
the preset control unit with a battery
cable with section not less than 2.5
mm2.
On Panda Cross and Panda 4x4
versions, in the event of prolonged
vehicle use at maximum tow capacity
on slopes, replacing engine oil more
frequently (every 10,000 km) is
advisable.
IMPORTANT The use of auxiliary loads
other than external lights (electric brake,
winch, etc.) must be used with engine
running.
IMPORTANT To install a tow hook
contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
128)The ABS with which the vehicle is
equipped will not control the braking
system of the trailer. Particular caution is
required on slippery roads.
129)Never modify the braking system of
the vehicle to control the trailer brake.
The trailer braking system must be fully
independent of the vehicle’s hydraulic
system.
REFUELLING THE
VEHICLE
130) 131) 132)Always stop the engine before
refuelling.
PETROL ENGINES
Use unleaded petrol only, with an
octane number (R.O.N.) no lower than
95. Never introduce even the smallest
amount of leaded petrol, even in the
event of an emergency, in order to
prevent damage to the catalytic
converter.
DIESEL ENGINES
Only use Diesel for motor vehicles (EN
590 specification).
When using or parking the car for a
long time in the mountains or cold
areas, it is advisable to refuel using
locally available diesel. In this case, it is
also advisable to keep the tank over
50% full.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BOX
fig. 107
DEVICES FUSE AMPERE
Body Computer node F01 60
Passenger compartment fan F08 40
Fog lightsF09 15
Acoustic warnings F10 15
Main beam headlights F14 15
Heated windscreen F15 70
Air conditioning compressor F19 7.5
Front power socket (with or without cigar lighter) F20 15
Fuel pump F21 15
Blow-byF30 5
Electric roof motor F82 20
+15
(*) reversing lightsF87 5
Mirror demisting F88 7.5
Heated rear window F89 30
Battery charge status sensor F90 5
(*)+15 = ignition-operated positive pole
110
IN AN EMERGENCY
Rear fog lights ................................ 18
Rear light clusters (bulb
replacement) ................................ 107
Rear view mirrors ........................... 15
Refuelling the vehicle ......................
Replacing a bulb ............................ 103
Reversing light/rear fog light ........... 10
SBR (Seat Belt Reminder)
system ......................................... 72
Scheduled servicing ....................... 122
Seat belts....................................... 71
Seats ............................................. 11
– Adjustments .............................. 11
Side bags....................................... 88
Side lights/daytime running lights
(bulb replacement) ....................... 107Snow chains .................................. 154
Starting the engine ......................... 92
Steering lock .................................. 9
Steering wheel ............................... 14
Steering wheel stalks
– left stalk..................................... 16
– right stalk .................................. 20
Stop/Start system .......................... 96
Sun roof ......................................... 26
Supplementary Restraint System
(SRS) - Airbag .............................. 85
Supplies ......................................... 166
Symbols......................................... 4
Technical specifications ................ 141The keys ........................................ 8
Towing the vehicle .......................... 119
Towing trailers ................................
TP system ...................................... 66
Version with LPG system .............. 32
Version with methane system
(Natural Power) ............................ 34
Warning lights on panel ................ 41
Weights.......................................... 158
Wheel (changing)............................ 114
Wheels and tyres ........................... 139
Wheels ........................................... 1
Window cleaning............................ 20
Windscreen/rear window wiper ...... 138
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