Avoidpointless actionssuch as
revving up when at traffic lights or
before stopping the engine. The latter
action, like double-declutching, is
unnecessary and causes increased fuel
consumption and pollution.
Gear selection:select a high gear
as soon as possible (taking into
account normal engine operation and
traffic conditions) without pushing
the engine to high revs during
the intermediate gears. Using low gears
at high revs to get lively acceleration
increases fuel consumption, harmful
emissions and engine wear.
Vehicle speed:fuel consumption
increases exponentially as the speed of
the vehicle increases. Keep your speed
moderate and as even as possible,
avoiding unnecessary braking and
acceleration, which cause excessive
fuel consumption and increased
emissions. Keeping a safe distance
from the vehicle in front helps to
maintain a steady speed.
Acceleration:accelerating violently
severely affects consumption and
emissions. Acceleration should be
gradual and should not exceed the
maximum engine torque rate.CONDITIONS OF USE
Cold starting
Short journeys and frequent cold starts
do not allow the engine to reach
optimum operating temperature.
This results in a significant increase in
consumption levels (from +15 to +30%
on the urban cycle) and emissions.
Traffic and road conditions
Rather high consumption levels are
linked to situations with heavy traffic, for
instance when travelling in queues
with frequent use of the lower gears or
in cities with many traffic lights. Winding
mountain roads and rough road
surfaces also adversely affect
consumption.
Stops in traffic
During prolonged hold-ups (e.g. level
crossings) the engine should be
switched off.
TOWING TRAILERS
IMPORTANT
The vehicle must be equipped with a
type-approved tow hook and adequate
electrical system to tow trailers.
Installation should be carried out by
specialised personnel who will issue the
required papers for travelling on roads.
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
spaces increase and overtaking takes
longer depending on the overall weight.
Engage a low gear when driving
downhill, rather than constantly using
the brake.
The weight of the trailer on the vehicle
tow hook will reduce the loading
capacity of the vehicle 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 80 km/h.
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STARTING AND DRIVING
116) 117)
BATTERY
The battery is of the “limited
maintenance” type: under normal
conditions of use, the electrolyte does
not need topping up with distilled water.
It does, however, need to be checked
periodically at a Fiat Dealership or
by specialist personnel to make sure it
is working correctly.
143) 144)
REPLACING THE
BATTERY
If required, replace the battery with an
original spare part with the same
specifications.
If a battery with different specifications
is fitted, the service intervals given in
the “Scheduled Servicing Plan” will no
longer be valid.
Follow the battery manufacturer's
instructions for maintenance.
37) 38)
6)
145)
USEFUL TIPS FOR
EXTENDING BATTERY
LIFE
To avoid draining your battery and
make it last longer, observe the
following instructions:
when you park the vehicle, ensure
that the doors, tailgate and bonnet are
closed properly, to prevent any roof
lights from remaining on inside the
passenger's compartment;
switch off all roof lights inside the
vehicle: the vehicle is however
equipped with a system which switches
all internal lights off automatically;
do not keep accessories (e.g. radio,
hazard warning lights, etc.) switched
on for a long time when the engine
is not running;
before performing any operation on
the electrical system, disconnect the
negative battery pole;
completely tighten the battery
terminals.
IMPORTANT If the charge level remains
under 50% for a long time, the battery
is damaged by sulphation, reducing
its capacity and efficiency at starting.The battery is also more prone to the
risk of freezing (already at temperatures
of -10°C). Refer to the paragraph
"Vehicle inactivity" in "Starting and
driving" if the vehicle is left parked for a
long time.
If, after buying the vehicle, you want to
install electric accessories which require
permanent electric supply (alarm, etc.)
contact a Fiat Dealership whose
qualified personnel, in addition to
suggesting the most suitable devices
from the Lineaccessori Fiat, will
evaluate the overall electric absorption,
checking whether the vehicle's
electrical system is capable of
withstanding the load required, or
whether it should be integrated with a
more powerful battery.
Since some of these devices continue
to consume electricity even when
the engine is off, they gradually run
down the battery.
WARNING
143)Battery fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with skin and
eyes. Keep naked flames or possible
sources of sparks away from the battery:
risk of explosion or fire.
144)Using the battery when the fluid is too
low can damage it irreparably and generate
a risk of explosion.
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Cargo 1.4
Key
A. Unladen weight including driver (with all fluids, fuel tank 90% full and without optional equipment) - B. Maximum permitted
load - C. Payload including the driver - D. Payload excluding the driver - E. Towable loads (braked / non-braked trailer) -
F. Maximum load on roof - G. Maximum load on tow hitch (braked trailer).
Versions AB(*)C(**)D(**)E
F(***)G
Tot. Front Rear
Short wheelbase - Low roof-2front
seats1355 1850 1090 1140 570
495
(°)1000/500 100 60
1355 2030 1090 1140 750 675 1000/500 100 60
1355 2210 1090 1450 930
855
(°°)1000/500 100 60
Short wheelbase - High roof-2front
seats1365 1860 1090 1140 570
495
(°)1000/500 - 60
1365 2040 1090 1160 750 675 1000/500 - 60
1360 2215 1090 1450 930
855
(°°)1000/500 - 60
(*) Loads not to be exceeded. The user is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or load platform within the maximum permittedloads.
(**) Values refer to minimum equipment level. If special equipment is fitted (fixed window, trailer towing device, etc.) the unladen weight will increase and
consequently the payload will decrease in relation to the maximum permitted loads.
(***) Including any installed roof carrier systems (Lineaccessori Fiat bars/box).
(°) Reduced payload
(°°) Extra capacity
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Versions AB(*)C(**)D(**)E
F(***)G
Tot. Front Rear
Long wheelbase - Low roof-2front
seats1360 1855 1090 1450 570
495(°)1000/500 100 60
1360 2215 1090 1450 930 855 1000/500 100 60
Short wheelbase - Low roof-3front
seats1355 1850 1090 1140 570
495
(°)1000/500 100 60
1355 2030 1090 1140 750 675 1000/500 100 60
1355 2210 1090 1450 930
855
(°°)1000/500 100 60
Short wheelbase - High roof-3front
seats1365 1860 1090 1140 570
495
(°)1000/500 - 60
1365 2040 1090 1160 750 675 1000/500 - 60
1360 2215 1090 1450 930
855
(°°)1000/500 - 60
Long wheelbase - Low roof-3front
seats1360 1855 1090 1450 570
495
(°)1000/500 100 60
1360 2215 1090 1450 930 855 1000/500 100 60
(*) Loads not to be exceeded. The user is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or load platform within the maximum permittedloads.
(**) Values refer to minimum equipment level. If special equipment is fitted (fixed window, trailer towing device, etc.) the unladen weight will increase and
consequently the payload will decrease in relation to the maximum permitted loads.
(***) Including any installed roof carrier systems (Lineaccessori Fiat bars/box).
(°) Reduced payload
(°°) Extra capacity
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TECHNICAL DATA
Combi 1.4
Key
A. Unladen weight including driver (with all fluids, fuel tank 90% full and without optional equipment) - B. Maximum permitted
load - C. Payload including the driver - D. Payload excluding the driver - E. Towable loads (braked / non-braked trailer) -
F. Maximum load on roof - G. Maximum load on tow hitch (braked trailer).
Versions AB(*)C(**)D(**)E
F(***)G
Tot. Front Rear
Short wheelbase - Low roof-2front
seats-3rearseats1425 2084 1090 1450 734 659 1000/500 100 60
1435 2184 1090 1450 824
749
(°°)1000/500 100 60
Long wheelbase - Low roof-2front
seats-3rearseats1466 2215 1090 1450 824 749 1000/500 100 60
(*) Loads not to be exceeded. The user is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or load platform within the maximum permittedloads.
(**) Values refer to minimum equipment level. If special equipment is fitted (fixed window, trailer towing device, etc.) the unladen weight will increase and
consequently the payload will decrease in relation to the maximum permitted loads.
(***) Including any installed roof carrier systems (Lineaccessori Fiat bars/box).
(°°) Extra capacity
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Cargo 1.4 T-JET
Key
A. Unladen weight including driver (with all fluids, fuel tank 90% full and without optional equipment) - B. Maximum permitted
load - C. Payload including the driver - D. Payload excluding the driver - E. Towable loads (braked / non-braked trailer) -
F. Maximum load on roof - G. Maximum load on tow hitch (braked trailer).
Versions AB(*)C(**)D(**)E
F(***)G
Tot. Front Rear
Short wheelbase - Low roof-2front
seats - Increased Payload1440 2370 1090 1450 1005
930(°°)1000/500 100 60
Short Wheelbase - High roof-2front
seats - Increased Payload1480 2410 1090 1450 1005
930
(°°)1000/500 - 60
Long wheelbase - Low roof-2front
seats1480 2410 1120 1450 1005 930 1000/500 100 60
Long wheelbase - High roof-2front
seats1550 2480 1200 1450 1005 930 1000/500 100 60
Short wheelbase - Low roof-3front
seats - Increased payload1440 2370 1090 1450 1005
930
(°°)1000/500 100 60
(*) Loads not to be exceeded. The user is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or load platform within the maximum permittedloads.
(**) Values refer to minimum equipment level. If special equipment is fitted (fixed window, trailer towing device, etc.) the unladen weight will increase and
consequently the payload will decrease in relation to the maximum permitted loads.
(***) Including any installed roof carrier systems (Lineaccessori Fiat bars/box).
(°°) Extra capacity
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TECHNICAL DATA
Versions AB(*)C(**)D(**)E
F(***)G
Tot. Front Rear
Short wheelbase - High roof-3front
seats - Extra capacity1480 2410 1120 1450 1005
930(°°)1000/500 - 60
Long wheelbase - Low roof-3front
seats1480 2410 1150 1450 1005 930 1000/500 100 60
Long wheelbase - High roof-3front
seats1550 2480 1200 1450 1005 930 1000/500 - 60
(*) Loads not to be exceeded. The user is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or load platform within the maximum permittedloads.
(**) Values refer to minimum equipment level. If special equipment is fitted (fixed window, trailer towing device, etc.) the unladen weight will increase and
consequently the payload will decrease in relation to the maximum permitted loads.
(***) Including any installed roof carrier systems (Lineaccessori Fiat bars/box).
(°°) Extra capacity
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Cargo 1.3 Multijet
Key
A. Unladen weight including driver (with all fluids, fuel tank 90% full and without optional equipment) - B. Maximum permitted
load - C. Payload including the driver - D. Payload excluding the driver - E. Towable loads (braked / non-braked trailer) -
F. Maximum load on roof - G. Maximum load on tow hitch (braked trailer).
Versions AB(*)C(**)D(**)E
F(***)G
Tot. Front Rear
Short wheelbase - Low roof-2front
seats1365 1860 1090 1140 570
495
(°)1000/500 100 60
1365 2070 1090 1140 780 705 1000/500 100 60
1395 2355 1090 1450 1035
960
(°°)1000/500 100 60
1363 1500 1090 1140 212137
(^^)1000/500 100 60
(*) Loads not to be exceeded. The user is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or load platform within the maximum permittedloads.
(**) Values refer to minimum equipment level. If special equipment is fitted (fixed window, trailer towing device, etc.) the unladen weight will increase and
consequently the payload will decrease in relation to the maximum permitted loads.
(***) Including any installed roof carrier systems (Lineaccessori Fiat bars/box).
(°) Reduced payload
(°°) Extra capacity
(^^) GVW 1500
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