16)If the engine fails to start with a gear
engaged, the potentially dangerous
situation due to the fact that the
transmission is automatically placed in
neutral will be signalled by a buzzer.
17)If the warning light
flashes for 60
seconds after starting or during an
extended towing period, this indicates a
problem in the glow plug preheating
system. Use the vehicle normally if the
engine starts, but contact a Fiat Dealership
as soon as possible.
18)Remember that the brake servo and
power steering are not operational until the
engine has been started, so you need to
apply much more force than usual to
the brake pedal and steering wheel.
19)Never bump start the engine by
pushing, towing or coasting downhill. This
could cause fuel to flow into the catalytic
converter and damage it beyond repair.
20)A quick burst on the accelerator before
stopping the engine serves no practical
purpose; it wastes fuel and is especially
damaging to turbocharged engines.
21)In some cases, when the engine
switches off, the fan could activate for max.
120 seconds.
WHEN PARKED
116)
22)
Proceed as follows when parking and
leaving the vehicle:
engage the gear (on a slope, engage
first gear if the vehicle is facing uphill
or reverse if it is facing downhill) and
leave the wheels steered;
stop the engine and engage the
handbrake;
always remove the ignition key.
If the vehicle is parked on a steep
slope, it is advisable to block the
wheels with a wedge or stone.
On versions equipped with automatic
transmission (Comfort matic), wait
for the letterPto appear on the display
before releasing the brake pedal.
IMPORTANTNEVERleave the vehicle
with the gearbox in neutral (or, on
versions equipped with automatic
(Comfort matic) transmission, before
putting the shift lever in thePposition).HANDBRAKE
Handbrake engagement:The
handbrake lever is located to the left of
the driver's seat. Pull the lever upwards
to engage the handbrake and ensure
that the vehicle does not move.
Handbrake disengagement:slightly
raise the lever, hold the button A
pressed and check that the
warning light switches off on the
instrument panel.
Press the brake pedal when carrying
out this operation to prevent the vehicle
from moving accidentally.
WARNING
116)Never leave children unattended in
the vehicle. Always remove the ignition key
when leaving the vehicle and take it out
with you.
WARNING
22)If the vehicle is equipped with
self-levelling air suspension, always check
that there is sufficient space above the roof
and around the vehicle when parking.
Indeed, the vehicle could raise (or lower)
automatically depending on load or
temperature changes.
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STARTING AND DRIVING
Dashboard fusebox
Protected device Fuse Ampere
Right dipped beam headlight F12 7.5
Left dipped headlight F13 7.5
Engine compartment control unit relay, dashboard control unit relay
(+key)F31 5
Lighting of roof lights in the passenger compartment (+battery) F32 7.5
Battery monitoring sensor for Start&Stop versions (+battery) F33 7.5
Minibus interior lights (emergency) F34 7.5
Radio, Climate control system, Alarm, Tachograph, Battery
disconnecting control unit, Timer Webasto timer (+battery), TPMS,
Current stabiliser for radio setup (S&S)F36 10
Brake lights control (main), Instrument panel (+key), Gateway (for
transformers)F37 7.5
Door lock (+battery) F38 20
Windscreen wiper (+key) F43 20
Driver's side electric window F47 20
Passenger side electric window F48 20
Parking sensor control unit, radio, steering wheel controls, central
control panel, left control panel, auxiliary panel, battery
disconnecting control unit (+key), Trailer hook, Rain sensor, Current
stabiliser (for S&S)F49 5
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take the screwdriver provided from
the box and prise up at the point
shown to raise the cap C fig. 183;
take the tow ring D from the box and
screw it onto the threaded pin fig. 183.
The rear ring B fig. 184 is located at
the point shown in the diagram.
WARNING
172)Screw on the tow hook and check
that it stops at the end of travel position.
173)Before towing, switch off the steering
lock (see "Starting device" paragraph
under the "Knowing your car" section).
174)Remember that the brake servo and
the electric power steering are not available
during towing operations. Significantly
greater force must be exerted on the brake
pedal and on the steering wheel to operate
them.175)Do not use flexible cables for towing
and avoid jerking. During towing
operations, make sure that the fastened
joint does not damage adjoining
components.
176)When towing the vehicle comply with
the specific rules of the Highway Code
regarding the towing device and the
behaviour on the road.
177)Do not start the engine while towing
the vehicle.
178)Towing must be made exclusively on
roads/streets; the device must not be used
to recover the vehicle if it got off the road.
179)Towing must not be made for getting
past significant obstacles on the road
(e.g. heaps of snow or material on the road
surface).
180)Towing must take place with the two
vehicles (one towing, the other towed)
aligned as much as possible; towing by
roadside assistance vehicles, too, must
take place with the two vehicles aligned as
much as possible
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181
check that the fluid level is at the
MAX mark on the dipstick attached to
the reservoir cap F fig. 185 - fig. 186
- fig. 187 - fig. 188 (use the level shown
on the 20°C side of the dipstick to
check when cold).
If the level of the fluid in the tank is
lower than the specified level, top up
using only one of the products
indicated in the "Fluid and lubricants"
table in the "Technical specifications"
section, proceeding as follows:
Start the engine and wait for the fluid
level in the tank to stabilise.
With the engine running, turn the
steering wheel from right to left fully
several times.
Top up the fuel to the MAX level and
then retighten the cap.
WINDSCREEN/REAR
WINDOW WASHING FLUID
185) 186)
To add fluid:
remove the cap D fig. 185 - fig. 186
- fig. 187 - fig. 188 by pulling the
retaining tooth outwards;
pull the opening of the pipe upwards
to extract the telescopic funnel fig.
190.IMPORTANT To prevent the cap from
being damaged and interfering with the
adjacent mechanical parts, make sure
that it is correctly oriented as shown
in fig. 190 before opening it. Otherwise,
turn it until it reaches the correct
position.
Fill according to the following
instructions:
Use a mixture of water and PETRONAS
DURANCE SC 35, in the following
concentrations:30% PETRONAS DURANCE SC 35
and 70% water in summer.
50% PETRONAS DURANCE SC 35
and 50% water in winter.
At temperatures below -20°C, use
undiluted PETRONAS DURANCE SC
35 fluid.
To close the cap, operate as follows:
push the funnel fully until it locks;
close the cap.
187)
BRAKE FLUID
188) 189)
53)
Undo the cap E fig. 185 - fig. 186 - fig.
187 - fig. 188 and check that the fluid
in the reservoir is at the maximum level.
The fluid level in the reservoir must
not exceed the MAX mark.
Use the brake fluid shown in the "Fluids
and lubricants" table (see "Technical
Specifications").
NOTE Carefully clean the plug of the
reservoir and the surrounding surface.
Take great care to ensure that
impurities do not enter the reservoir
when the cap is opened.
For topping-up, always use a funnel
with integrated filter with mesh equal to
or lower than 0.12 mm.
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197
WHEELS AND TYRES
Check the pressure of each tyre,
including the space-saver wheel,
approximately every two weeks and
before long journeys: the pressure
should be checked with the tyre rested
and cold.
It is normal for the pressure to increase
when the vehicle is used; for the correct
tyre inflation pressure, see “Wheels” in
the “Technical specifications” section.
Incorrect pressure causes abnormal
tyre wear fig. 194:
Anormal pressure: tread evenly worn;
Blow pressure: tread particularly worn
at the edges;
Chigh pressure: tread particularly worn
in the centre.
The tyres must be replaced when the
tread is less than 1.6 mm thick. In
any case, follow the laws in force in the
country you are in.
196) 197) 198) 199)
IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
As far as possible, avoid sharp
braking and screech starts. Be careful
not to hit the kerb, potholes or other
hard obstacles. Driving for long
stretches over uneven roads can
damage the tyres;
periodically check that the tyres
have no cuts in the side wall, abnormal
swelling or irregular tyre wear. Contact
a Fiat Dealership if required;
avoid overloading the car when
travelling: this may cause serious
damage to the wheels and tyres;
if a tyre is punctured, stop
immediately and change it to avoid
damage to the tyre, the rim,
suspensions and steering system;
tyres age even if they are not used a
great deal. Cracks in the tread and on
the side walls are a sign of ageing.
In any event, have the tyres checked by
specialised personnel if they have
been fitted for longer than 6 years.
Remember to check the spare wheel
very carefully;
in the case of replacement, always
fit new tyres, avoiding those of
unknown origin;
if a tyre is changed, also change the
inflation valve;
to allow even wear between the
front and rear tyres, it is advisable to
change them over every 10–15
thousand kilometres, keeping them on
the same side of the vehicle so as
not to reverse the direction of rotation.
IMPORTANT Replacing a tyre, check
that the tyre pressure monitoring
(TPMS) sensor is also taken from the
previous rim, together with the valve.
WARNING
196)Remember that the road holding
qualities of your vehicle also depend on the
correct inflation pressure of the tyres.
197)If the pressure is too low, the tyre will
overheat and could be seriously damaged.
198)Avoid switching the tyres from the
right side of the vehicle to the left side and
vice versa.
199)Never submit alloy rims to repainting
treatments requiring the use of
temperatures exceeding 150°C. The
mechanical properties of the wheels could
be impaired.
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203
WARNING
6)Detergents pollute the water. The
vehicle should be washed in areas
equipped for collecting and purifying the
liquid used in the washing process.
INTERIOR
Regularly check that water is not
trapped under the mats (due to water
dripping off shoes, umbrellas, etc.),
as this could cause oxidation of the
sheet metal.
201) 202)
SEATS AND FABRIC
PARTS
Remove dust with a soft brush or a
vacuum cleaner. It is advisable to use a
moist brush on velvet upholstery.
Rub the seats with a sponge moistened
with a solution of water and neutral
detergent.
PLASTIC PARTS
It is advisable to clean interior plastic
parts with a moist cloth and a solution
of water and non-abrasive mild soap.
Use specific products for cleaning
plastic, without solvents and specifically
designed to prevent damage to the
appearance and colour of the treated
parts, to remove grease and tough
stains.
IMPORTANT Do not use alcohol,
petrols or derivatives to clean
the instrument panel glass.LEATHER STEERING
WHEEL/GEAR LEVER
KNOB/HANDBRAKE
(for versions/markets, where provided)
These components must be cleaned
with mild soap and water only. Never
use alcohol or alcohol-based products.
WARNING
201)Never use flammable products, such
as petroleum ether or modified petrol, to
clean the inside of the car. The
electrostatic charges which are generated
by rubbing during the cleaning operation
may cause a fire.
202)Do not keep aerosol cans in the
vehicle: they might explode. Aerosol cans
must not be exposed to a temperature
exceeding 50°C. When the vehicle is
exposed to sunlight, the internal
temperature can greatly exceed this value.
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SERVICING AND CARE
TECHNICAL DATA
Everything you may find useful for
understanding how your vehicle
is made and works is contained in this
chapter and illustrated with data, tables
and graphics. For the enthusiasts and
the technician, but also just for those
who want to know every detail of their
vehicle.IDENTIFICATION DATA....................209
ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK
VERSION ........................................211
ENGINE ..........................................213
STEERING SYSTEM .......................216
WHEELS .........................................217
DIMENSIONS ..................................222
PERFORMANCE .............................232
WEIGHTS AND LOADS...................234
REFUELLING ..................................237
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ............242
FUEL CONSUMPTION ....................245
CO2 EMISSIONS ...........................252
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TECHNICAL DATA
STEERING SYSTEM
Versions Kerb-to-kerb turning circle (m) Type
Short wheelbase11.06
For Standard versions: rack and pinion hydraulic
power steering
For ECOJET versions: rack and pinion
electrohydraulic power steering Medium wheelbase12.46
Medium-long wheelbase13.54
Long wheelbase14.28
Extra-long wheelbase15.3
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TECHNICAL DATA