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WARNING
If the batter y needs to be replaced,
always contact a Fiat Dealership.
Replace the battery with a new one of the
same type and specifications.
EMERGENCY STARTING
In the event of emergency starting fig. 109 with a
booster battery, never connect the negative lead (-)
of the booster battery to the negative pole C of
the vehicle's battery, but rather to an engine/gearbox
earth point (follow the lead connection procedure
described in the "Jump starting" paragraph in the
chapter "In an emergency").IMPORTANTWARNING
Before opening the bonnet , make sure
that the vehicle is switched off and
the key is in the OFF position. Follow the
instructions on the label on the front
crossmember. It is advisable to extract the key
when there are other people in the vehicle.
WARNING
The vehicle should always be evacuated
after the key has been removed or
turned to the OFF position.When refuelling,
make sure that the car is switched off with the
key in the OFF position.
fig. 108F0T0428fig. 109F0T0429
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EMERGENCY STARTING
Go to a Fiat Dealership immediately if warning light
comes on steady on the instrument panel.
Never jump start the engine by pushing,
towing or coasting downhill.This could
cause fuel to flow into the catalytic
conver ter and damage it beyond repair.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Turn the ignition key to STOP while the engine is
idling.
IMPORTANT After a long drive, you should allow
the engine to “catch its breath” before turning it off
by letting it idle to allow the temperature in the
engine compartment to fall.
A quick burst on the accelerator before
turning off the engine serves absolutely no
practical purpose, it wastes fuel and is
especially damaging to turbocharged engines.
HANDBRAKE
The handbrake lever fig. 134is located between the
two front seats.
Pull the lever upwards to engage the handbrake and
ensure that the vehicle does not move.
WARNING
The vehicle should be secured after
several clicks of the lever. If it is not ,
contact a Fiat Dealership to have it adjusted.
When the handbrake lever is engaged and the
ignition key is on MAR, the instrument panel warning
light
will light up.
Proceed as follows to release the handbrake:
fig. 134F0T0043
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IN AN EMERGENCY
In an emergency, we recommend that you call the freephone number found in the Warranty
Booklet.You can also go to the www.fiat.com website to find your nearest Fiat Dealership.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Go to a Fiat Dealership immediately if warning light
comes on steady on the instrument panel.
JUMP STARTING
If the battery is flat, the engine may be started using
an auxiliary battery with capacity either the same
or a little higher than the flat one.
Proceed as follows to start the car fig. 136:
connect positive terminals (+ near the terminal) of
the two batteries with a jump lead;
with a second lead, connect the negative terminal
(-) of the auxiliary battery to an earthing point
on the engine or the gearbox of the vehicle to
be started;
start the engine;
when the engine has been started, remove the
leads reversing the order above.
If after a few attempts the engine does not start, do
not keep trying but contact a Fiat Dealership.IMPORTANT Do not directly connect the negative
terminals of the two batteries: sparks could ignite
explosive gas released from the battery. If the
auxiliary battery is installed on another vehicle,
prevent accidental contact between metallic parts of
the two vehicles.
Strictly avoid using a rapid battery
charger for jump starting: this could
damage the system electronics and the
ignition and engine supply control units.
fig. 136F0T0189
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Jack ................................................ 157
Jump starting ............................... 155
Keys
– Key with remote control..... 9
– Key without remote
control ..................................... 9
– Ordering additional
remote controls .................... 11
Left direction indicator
warning light.............................. 153
Lifting the vehicle....................... 187
Light beam direction .................. 80
Low battery charge warning
light ............................................. 144
Low engine oil level ................... 147
Low engine oil pressure
warning light.............................. 146
Luggage Compartment
– Emergency opening .............. 73
– Extending the boot ............... 75
– Removing the parcel shelf ... 74
– Removing the rear seat........ 75
– Repositioning the rear
seat ........................................... 75
– Securing the load................... 76
Main beam headlights................. 53
Main beam warning light .......... 153Maintenance and care -
regular checks........................... 196
Maintenance and care -
Scheduled Servicing ................. 190
Maintenance and care -
scheduled servicing plan......... 191
Manual climate control
system ......................................... 50
Manually deactivating the
front airbag and side bag ........ 125
MSR system.................................. 85
Multifunction display
– Control buttons .................... 25
– Setup menu............................. 26
– Standard screen ..................... 24
Number plate lights................... 174
Number plate lights (bulb
replacement) ............................. 174
On-board instruments............... 16
Ordering additional remote
controls ....................................... 11
Parcel shelf ................................... 74
Parking .......................................... 135
Parking lights ................................ 53
Parking sensor fault warning
light ............................................. 152
Parking sensors ........................... 93Parking sensors (warning
light) ............................................ 152
Particulate filter (DPF) ............. 105
Partitions ...................................... 39
Passenger compartment
fuse box ..................................... 183
Passenger compartment
fuse box table ........................... 185
Performance................................ 231
Pollen filter .................................. 204
Power steering fluid .................. 203
Power supply............................... 220
Pre-tensioners ............................ 110
pressure restoring...................... 165
Prolonged vehicle inactivity ..... 141
Protecting the environment .... 105
Radio ............................................. 100
Radio transmitters and
mobile phones .......................... 102
Rear ceiling light ......................... 176
Rear fog lights .............................. 62
– Warning light ......................... 153
Rear fog lights (changing a
bulb) ............................................ 172
Rear fog lights warning light .... 153
Rear light clusters ...................... 172
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