2016 FIAT TIPO 4DOORS Owners Manual

TOWING TRAILERS
IMPORTANT NOTES
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For towing caravans or trailers the
vehicle must be fitted with an approved
tow hook and an adequate electrical
system. Should aftermarket installation
be requested, this must be carried out
by specialists.
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 thecase of vehicles towing trailers. In any
case, the top speed must not exceed
100 km/h.
Any electric brake must be powered
directly by the battery through a cable
with a cross-section of no less than 2.5
mm
2.
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 mm
2.
IMPORTANT The use of auxiliary loads
other than external lights (e.g. electric
brake) must take place with engine
running.
INSTALLING A TOW
HOOK
The towing device should be fastened
to the body by specialised personnel
according to any additional and/or
integrative information supplied by the
Manufacturer of the device.
The towing device must meet current
regulations with reference to Directive
94/20/EC and subsequent
amendments.For any version the towing device used
must be right for the towable weight of
the vehicle on which it is to be installed.
For the electrical connection a standard
connector should be used which is
generally placed on a special bracket
normally fastened to the towing device,
and a special ECU for external trailer
light control must be installed on the
vehicle.
Seven or thirteen pin 12 V DC
connections should be used
(CUNA/UNI and ISO/DIN Standards).
Follow any instructions provided by the
vehicle manufacturer and/or the towing
device manufacturer.
WARNING
115)The ABS with which the car is
equipped will not control the braking
system of the trailer. Particular caution is
required on slippery roads.
116)Never modify the braking system of
the vehicle to control the trailer brake. The
trailer braking system must be fully
independent of the car’s hydraulic system.
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REFUELLING THE
VEHICLE
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PETROL ENGINES
Only use unleaded petrol with a number
of octanes (R.O.N.) not lower than 95
(EN228 specification).
DIESEL ENGINES
31)
Only use Diesel for motor vehicles
(EN590 specification).
When using or parking the vehicle 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.
REFUELLING
PROCEDURE
"Capless Fuel" is a device at the
opening for the fuel tank which opens
and recloses automatically when the
fuel supply gun is introduced/removed.
The "Capless Fuel" device is provided
with an inhibitor which prevents
refuelling with incorrect fuel.
Opening the flap
To refuel proceed as follows:
unlock flap 1 fig. 86 by pressing onthe specified point and then open it;
introduce the dispenser in the filler
and refuel;
after refuelling, before removing the
dispenser, wait for at least 10 seconds
in order for the fuel to flow inside the
tank;
then remove the dispenser from the
filler and close flap 1.
The flap is provided with a dust cover
gaiter 2 which prevents deposits of
impurities and dust at the end of the
filler when the flap is closed.Emergency refuelling
If there is no fuel in the vehicle or the
supply circuit is completely empty,
proceed as follows to reintroduce fuel
to the tank:
open the boot and take adaptor 3
fig. 87, located in the tool box or in the
Fix&Go kit container (according to the
versions);
open flap 1 fig. 86, as described
previously;
introduce the adaptor in the filler as
shown and refuel;
after refuelling, remove the adapter
and close the flap;
finally refit the adaptor in the luggage
compartment.
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WARNING
117)Do not apply any object/plug to the
end of the filler which is not provided for
the car. The use of non-compliant
objects/plugs could cause a pressure
increase inside the tank, resulting in
dangerous situations.
118)Do not bring naked flames or lit
cigarettes near to the fuel filler: fire risk.
Keep your face away from the fuel filler to
prevent breathing in harmful vapours.
119)Do not use a mobile phone near the
refuelling pump: risk of fire.
IMPORTANT
31)For diesel engines, only use diesel fuel
for motor vehicles in accordance with EN
590 European specifications. The use of
other products or mixtures may damage
the engine beyond repair and consequently
invalidate the warranty, due to the damage
caused. If you accidentally introduce other
types of fuel into the tank, do not start the
engine. Empty the tank. If the engine has
been run for even an extremely limited
amount of time, you must not only drain the
fuel tank, but the rest of the supply circuit
as well.
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IN AN EMERGENCY
A punctured tyre or a burnt-out bulb?
At times, a problem may interfere with
our journey.
The pages on emergencies can help
you to deal with critical situations
independently and with calm.
In an emergency we recommend that
you call the freephone number found in
the Warranty Booklet.
It is also possible to call the national or
international universal freephone
number to search for the nearest Fiat
Dealership.HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS......99
BULB REPLACEMENT.........99
REPLACING FUSES..........106
CHANGING A WHEEL.........111
FIX&GO AUTOMATIC KIT.......115
EMERGENCY STARTING.......117
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM.......119
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. . . .119
TOWING THE VEHICLE........121
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HAZARD WARNING
LIGHTS
CONTROL
Press the fig. 88 button to switch the
lights on/off.
When the hazard warning lights are on,
the
andwarning lights flash.
IMPORTANT The use of hazard warning
lights is governed by the highway code
of the country you are driving in:
comply with legal requirements.
Emergency braking
In the event of emergency braking the
hazard warning lights switch on
automatically as well as warning lights
andin the instrument panel.
The lights switch off automatically when
emergency braking ceases.
BULB
REPLACEMENT
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32)
GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS
Before replacing a bulb check the
contacts for oxidation;
replace blown bulbs with others of
the same type and power;
after replacing a headlight bulb,
always check its alignment;
when a light is not working, check
that the corresponding fuse is intact
before changing the bulb. For the
location of fuses, refer to the paragraph
"If a fuse blows" in this chapter.
IMPORTANT When the weather is cold
or damp or after heavy rain or washing,
the surface of headlights or rear lights
may steam up and/or form drops of
condensation on the inside. This is a
natural phenomenon due to the
difference in temperature and humidity
between the inside and the outside of
the glass which does not indicate a
fault and does not compromise the
normal operation of lighting devices.
The mist disappears quickly when the
lights are turned on, starting from the
centre of the diffuser, extending
progressively towards the edges.
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TYPES OF BULBS
The vehicle is equipped with the following bulbs
Glass bulbs (type 1): they are press-fitted. Pull to extract.
Bayonet-type bulbs (type 2): to remove them from their holder,
press the bulb and turn it anticlockwise, then extract it.
Halogen bulbs (type 3): to remove the bulb, pull the connector and
extract it.
Halogen bulbs (type 4): to remove the bulb, turn it anticlockwise.
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Light bulbs Type Power Figure reference
Front side lights/Daytime running lights (DRL) H15 15W 4
Main beam headlights (halogen) H15 55 W 4
Dipped headlights H7 55 W 3
Front direction indicators PY21W 21 W 2
Number plate W5W 5 W 1
Rear side/brake light P21W 21 W 2
Rear direction indicators WY16W 16 W 1
Reversing light W16W 16 W 1
3rd stop W5W 5 W 1
Fog lights H11 55 W 4
Rear fog light W16W 16 W 1
Front ceiling light C5W 5 W 1
Front roof lights (sun visors) C5W 5 W 1
Rear ceiling light C5W 6W 1
Luggage compartment light W5W 5 W 1
Glove compartment light W5W 5 W 1
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REPLACING AN
EXTERNAL BULB
Front bulb position
1. Dipped headlights
2. Fog lights
3. Main beam headlights/Daytime
running lights (DRL)
4. Direction indicator.
Main beam headlights/Daytime
running lights (DRL)
To replace the bulb 3 fig. 89, proceed
as follows:
working from inside the engine
compartment, remove rubber cap 1
fig. 90;
rotate the bulb-bulb holder assembly
anticlockwise and extract it;
disconnect the electrical connector
and replace the bulb-bulb holder
assembly 2;
reconnect the electrical connector to
the new assembly;
then insert the assembly in its
housing and turn it clockwise, making
sure that it is locked correctly;
refit the rubber cap 1.
IMPORTANT Only replace the bulb
when the engine is off. Also ensure that
the engine is cold, to prevent the risk of
burns.
Dipped headlights
Right headlight
To replace the bulb 1 fig. 89, proceed
as follows:
steer the vehicle wheels completely
inwards;
adjust the tabs indicated in the figure
fig. 91 and remove the flap;
remove the rubber plug
disconnect the electrical connector;
extract the bulb, releasing it from the
retaining springs;
replace the new bulb and carry out
the procedure described previously in
reverse.
Left headlight
working from inside the engine
compartment, remove the rubber cap
from the dipped beam headlight bulb 1
fig. 89;
extract the bulb, releasing it from the
retaining springs;
disconnect the electrical connector
and replace the bulb 1 fig. 89;
reconnect the electrical connector to
the new bulb;
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