2017 FIAT FULLBACK Owner handbook (in English)

2WD/4WD operation indicator lamp
and low-range indicator lamp
When the ignition switch is in the “ON”
position or the operation mode is put in
ON, the 2WD/4WD operation indicator
lamp (A) and the low-range indicator
lamp (B) shows the shifting condition.
The 2WD/4WD operation indicator
lamp comes on at each drive mode
selector position as follows:“2H” <-> “4H”
Selector
positionIndicator lamp
2H
Drive
mode
switching
in
progress
4H
— Blink
— Illuminate
— Remain offWhen the drive mode selector is set
between 2H <–> 4H, the 2WD/4WD
operation indicator lamp blinks while
the selection is in process. Take the
following precautions when the
indicator lamp is blinking.
Keep the steering wheel in the straight
ahead position while making range
selections. If you attempt to drive
forward with the steering wheel turned,
gear rattling or shock may occur and
the desired range may not actually be
selected.
When the drive mode-selector is set
between “2H” <–> “4H” while the
vehicle is stopped, the 2WD/4WD
operation indicator lamp blinks while
the selection is in process. Drive slowly
and normally after confirming that the
lamp is switched.
If the 2WD/4WD operation indicator
lamp continues blinking after a “2H”
<–> “4H” selection has been made with
the vehicle moving, hold the steering
wheel in the straight ahead position and
slowly depress the accelerator pedal
several times.
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“4H” <-> “4L”
Selector
positionIndicator lamp
4H
and
and
and
Drive
mode
switching
in
progress
4L
— Blink
— Illuminate
— Remain offThe 2WD/4WD operation indicator
lamp will blink during shifting process
from “4H” to “4L” or vice versa, as the
transfer passes through the neutral
position. Be sure to operate the drive
mode-selector until the 2WD/4WD
operation indicator lamp illuminates
again.
When parking, apply the parking brake
before stopping the engine and make
sure that the 2WD/4WD operation
indicator and the low range lamp are
not blinking during shifting process
between “4H” <–> “4L”. Otherwise, the
vehicle could unexpectedly move even
if the automatic transmission is in the
“P” (PARK) position.
If, after a “4H” <–> “4L” selection has
been made, the 2WD/4WD operation
indicator continues blinking and the
desired range is not actually selected,
return the drive mode selector to its
previous position. Place the steering
wheel in the straight ahead position,
drive the vehicle forward, and release
the accelerator pedal. Next, hold down
the clutch pedal (with manual
transmission) or place the selector lever
in the “N” (NEUTRAL) position (with
automatic transmission) and make the
range selection again.
If the low range lamp blinks when you
attempt to make a “4H” <–> “4L”
selection, a “4H” <–> “4L” selection
cannot be made. Stop the vehicle andrelease the accelerator pedal. Next,
hold down the clutch pedal (with
manual transmission) or place the
selector lever in the “N” (NEUTRAL)
position (with automatic transmission)
and make the range selection again.
The ESC function is suspended while
“4L” is selected
indicator lamp is
illuminated while these functions are
suspended. It does not indicate a
problem. When “2H” or “4H” is
selected, this lamp goes out and
function again. Refer to “ESC indicator
lamp, ESC OFF indicator lamp”.
132)
IMPORTANT
129)The “4L” range gives maximum torque
for low-speed driving on steep slopes, as
well as sandy, muddy, and other difficult
surfaces. On vehicles with automatic
transmission, do not exceed speeds of
approximately 70 km/h in “4L” range.
130)Do not drive your vehicle in the “4H”
or “4L” on dry paved roads and highways.
Doing so may result in excessive tyre wear,
increased fuel consumption, and possible
noise generation. It may also increase the
differential oil temperature, which may
damage the drive system. Further, the drive
train will be subjected to excessive loading,
resulting in oil leakage, component seizure,
or other serious problems. On dry paved
roads and highways, drive the vehicle in
“2H” only.
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131)Do not operate the drive
mode-selector while the rear wheels of the
vehicle are slipping on snow or ice.
132)If a problem is detected in the transfer
system, a safety device will activate. The
2WD/4WD operation indicator blinks (twice
per second), and transfer shifting will
become impossible. Park your vehicle in a
safe place, turn off the engine for a few
moments. Restart the engine. The lamp
should resume normal operation. If the
lamp continue to blink, have the vehicle
checked by a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.SUPER SELECT 4WD
II
(where provided)
Shifting to rear-wheel drive or 4-wheel
drive can be made by operating the
drive mode-selector (A). Set the drive
mode-selector to an appropriate
position according to the road surface
conditions. In addition, the 2WD/4WD
operation indicator lamp and low-range
indicator lamp indicates the drive
mode-selector setting state. Refer to
“2WD/4WD operation indicator lamp
and low-range indicator lamp”.Drive mode-selector position and
2WD/4WD operation indicator lampSelector
positionIndicator
lampDriving
conditions
2H
Rear
wheel
driveWhen driving
on dry paved
road
4H
Fulltime
4-
wheel
drive
The basic
position for
Super select
4WD II. When
driving on dry
paved or
slippery
roads.
4HLc
Centre
differential
lock
engaged
4-wheel
drive
When driving
on rough,
sand or snow
covered
roads.
4LLc
Low
range
centre
differential
lock
engaged
4-wheel
drive
and
When driving
up or down
steep hills, on
rough or
muddy roads
(especially
when
increased
torque is
required).
— Illuminate
— Remain off
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Drive mode-selector operation
The drive mode is shown on the drive
mode selector knob.
Turn the drive mode-selector
Turn the drive mode-selector while
holding it down
The drive mode-selector should be
positioned in accordance with the
following operating conditions:
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To shift from To Procedure for vehicles with Manual Transmission
2H 4HThe drive mode-selector can be operated while the vehicle is either moving or
stationary. When the vehicle is not in motion, shift the gearshift lever to the “N”
(Neutral) position before operating the drive mode-selector. When the vehicle is
moving, and only while it can be steered straight ahead, release the accelerator
pedal before operating the drive mode-selector. 4H 2H or 4HLc
4HLc 4H
4HLc 4LLcStop the vehicle, depress the clutch pedal to the floor and operate the drive
mode-selector. Keep depressing the clutch pedal while the 2WD/4WD operation
indicator lamp continues to blink. 4LLc 4HLc
To shift from To Procedure for vehicles with Automatic Transmission
2H 4HThe drive mode-selector can be operated while the vehicle is either moving or
stationary. When the vehicle is not in motion, shift the selector lever to the “N”
(NEUTRAL) position before operating the drive mode-selector. When the vehicle is
moving, and only while it can be steered straight ahead, shift the selector lever to the
“D” (DRIVE) position, and release the accelerator pedal before operating the drive
mode-selector. 4H 2H or 4HLc
4HLc 4H
4HLc 4LLcStop the vehicle, shift the selector lever to the “N” (NEUTRAL) position, and operate
the drive mode-selector. If operation is made with the selector lever placed in any
other position than “N” (NEUTRAL) position, a gear noise may be generated, with a
possible failure to shift into a proper gear 4LLc 4HLc
Setting of the drive mode-selector between “2H”, “4H” and “4HLc” should only be done at speeds below 100 km/h.
During driving, never attempt to shift from “4HLc” to “4LLc”. When shifting between “2H”, “4H” and “4HLc” in cold weather
while the vehicle is in motion, the transfer gear may make some noise. In cold weather, try to shift the gear while the vehicle is
stopped. When shifting between “4LLc” and “4HLc”, the transfer gear may make some noise.
When the drive mode-selector is set between “2H”, “4H” and “4HLc” while the vehicle is stopped, the 2WD/4WD operation
indicator lamp blinks while the selection is in process. Drive slowly and normally after confirming that the lamp is illuminated.
(Refer to “2WD/4WD operation indicator lamp and low-range indicator lamp”). When the drive mode-selector is set between
“2H”, “4H” and “4HLc” while the cruise control is activated, the transfer gear may make some noise.
When the drive mode-selector is set between “4HLc” and “4LLc” in cold weather, its selection may not complete. Return the
drive mode-selector to its previous position. After the engine is warmed up, make the range selection again.
135)
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2WD/4WD operation indicator lamp
and low-range indicator lamp
A. Front wheel lamp
B. Centre differential lock lamp
C. Rear wheel lamp
D. Low-range indicator lamp
When the ignition switch is in the “ON”
position or the operation mode is put in
ON, the 2WD/4WD operation indicator
lamp and the low-range indicator lamp
shows the shifting condition. The
2WD/4WD operation indicator lamp
comes on at each drive mode-selector
position as follows:Switching between 2H and 4H
Drive
mode-selector
positionIndicator lamp
2H
Drive mode
switching in
progress
4H
Blink
Illuminate
Remain offSwitching between 4H and 4HLc
Drive mode
selector positionIndicator lamp
4H
Drive mode
switching in
progress
4HL
Blink
Illuminate
Remain off
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Switching between 4HL and 4LLc
Drive
mode
selector
positionIndicator lamp
4HLc
Drive mode
switching
in progress
and
4LLcandand
Blink
Illuminate
Remain off
NOTE When the drive mode-selector is
set between “2H”, “4H” and “4HLc”,
the front wheel and/or centre differential
lock lamps blink while the selection is in
process. Take the following precautions
when the indicator lamp is blinking.
Keep the steering wheel in the
straight ahead position while making
range selections. If you attempt to drive
forward with the steering wheel turned,
gear rattling or shock may occur and
the desired range may not actually be
selected.
When the drive mode-selector is set
between “2H”, “4H” and “4HLc”, while
the vehicle is stopped, the front wheel
and/or centre differential lock lamps
blink while the selection is in process.
Drive slowly and normally after
confirming that the lamp is switched.
If the front wheel and/or centre
differential lock lamps blinking after a
“2H” <-> “4H” <-> “4HLc” selection
has been made with the vehicle
moving, hold the steering wheel in the
straight ahead position and slowly
depress the accelerator pedal several
times.
NOTE The front and the rear wheel
lamps will blink during shifting process
from “4HLc” to “4LLc” or vice versa, as
the transfer passes through the neutral
position. Be sure to operate the drive
mode-selector until the front and the
rear wheel lamps illuminate again.
NOTE When parking, apply the parking
brake before stopping the engine and
make sure that the front and the rear
wheel lamps and the low range lamp
are not blinking during shifting process
between “4HLc” <-> “4LLc”.
Otherwise, the vehicle could
unexpectedly move even if the
automatic transmission is in the “P”
(PARK) position
NOTE If, after a “4HLc” <-> “4LLc”
selection has been made, front and the
rear wheel lamps continue blinking and
the desired range is not actually
selected, return the drive modeselector
to its previous position. Place the
steering wheel in the straight ahead
position, drive the vehicle forward, and
release the accelerator pedal. Next,
hold down the clutch pedal (with
manual transmission) or place the
selector lever in the “N” (NEUTRAL)
position (with automatic transmission)
and make the range selection again.
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NOTE If the low range lamp blinks
when you attempt to make a “4HLc”
<-> “4LLc” selection, a “4HLc” <->
“4LLc” selection cannot be made. Stop
the vehicle and release the accelerator
pedal. Next, hold down the clutch pedal
(with manual transmission) or place the
selector lever in the “N” (NEUTRAL)
position (with automatic transmission)
and make the range selection again.
NOTE The ESC function is suspended
while “4LLc” is selected
indicator
lamp is illuminated while these functions
are suspended. It does not indicate a
problem. When “2H” or “4H” or “4HLc”
is selected, this lamp goes out and
function again. Refer to “ESC indicator
lamp, ESC OFF indicator lamp”.
136)
IMPORTANT
133)The “4LLc” range gives maximum
torque for low-speed driving on steep
slopes, as well as sandy, muddy, and other
difficult surfaces. On vehicles with
automatic transmission, do not exceed
speeds of approximately 70 km/h in “4LLc”
range.
134)Do not drive your vehicle in the
“4HLc” or “4LLc” position on dry paved
roads and highways. Doing so may result in
excessive tyre wear, increased fuel
consumption, and possible noise
generation. It may also increase the
differential oil temperature, which may
damage the drive system. Further, the drive
train will be subjected to excessive loading,
resulting in oil leakage, component seizure,
or other serious problems. On dry paved
roads and highways, drive the vehicle in
“2H” or “4H” only.
135)Do not operate the drive
mode-selector while the rear wheels of the
vehicle are slipping on snow or ice.
136)If a problem is detected in the transfer
system, a safety device will activate. The
front and rear wheel lamps will go out, the
centre differential lock lamp will blink rapidly
(twice per second), and transfer shifting will
become impossible fig. 276. Park your
vehicle in a safe place, turn off the engine
for a few moments. Restart the engine. The
lamp should resume normal operation. If
the lamps continue to blink, have the
vehicle checked by a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
REAR DIFFERENTIAL
LOCK
(where provided)
If one wheel starts to spin freely and the
vehicle becomes stuck and cannot be
freed even using 4-wheel drive, the rear
differential lock switch (A) can be used
to activate the rear differential lock for
extra traction.
Operating the rear differential lock
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Move the drive mode-selector to
“4L” or “4H” position (Easy select
4WD), “4LLc” or “4HLc” position (Super
select 4WD II).
3. To activate the rear differential lock,
press the rear differential lock switch
(A).
4. To deactivate the rear differential
lock, press the rear differential lock
switch (B).
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