2017 FIAT FULLBACK towing

NOTE Using any part other than the
designated towing hooks could result in
damage to the vehicle body.
Using a wire rope or metal chain can
result in damage to the vehicle body. It
is best to use a non-metallic rope. If you
use a wire rope or metal chain, wrap it
with cloth at any point where it touches
the vehicle body.
Use care that the tow rope is kept as
horizontal as possible. An angled tow
rope can damage the vehicle body.
Secure the tow rope to the same side
towing hook, to keep the tow rope as
straight as possible.
2. Keep the engine running. If the
engine is not running, perform the
following operation to unlock the
steering wheel.
[Except for vehicles with the keyless
operation system] On vehicles with
manual transmission, turn the ignition
switch to the “ACC” or “ON” position.On vehicles with automatic
transmission, turn the ignition switch to
the “ON” position. [For vehicles with the
keyless operation system] On vehicles
with manual transmission, put the
operation mode in ACC or ON. On
vehicles with automatic transmission,
put the operation mode in ON.
NOTE For vehicles equipped with the
Start&Stop system, press the
“Start&Stop OFF” switch to deactivate
the Start&Stop system before stopping
the vehicle. Refer to “To deactivate”.175) 176)
3. Place the gearshift lever in the “N”
(Neutral) position (manual transmission)
or the selector lever in the “N”
(NEUTRAL) position (automatic
transmission).
4. On 4WD vehicles, set the drive
modes elector to “2H” position.
5. Turn on the hazard warning lamps if
required by law. (Follow the local driving
laws and regulations).
6. During towing make sure that close
contact is maintained between the
drivers of both vehicles, and that the
vehicles travel at low speed.
321) 322) 323)
If your vehicle tows another vehicle
(vehicles with rear towing hook
only)
324) 325) 326) 327) 328) 329)
The rear towing hook is located as
shown in the illustration. Secure the tow
rope to the rear towing hook.
Otherwise, the instructions are the
same as for “When being towed by
another vehicle”.
NOTE Using any part other than the
designated towing hook could result in
damage to the vehicle body.
177)
NOTE Do not tow a vehicle heavier
than your own vehicle.
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IN AN EMERGENCY

WARNING
318)Towing must not be made for getting
past significant obstacles on the road (e.g.
heaps of snow or material on the road
surface).
319)Towing must be made exclusively on
roads/streets; the device must not be used
to recover the vehicle if it got off the road.
320)As your vehicle is equipped with ESC,
if the vehicle is towed with the ignition
switch in the “ON” position or the operation
mode in ON and only the front wheels or
only the rear wheels raised off the ground,
the active traction control system may
operate, resulting in an accident.
321)Avoid sudden braking, acceleration
and steering wheel movements; such
driving operation could cause damage to
the towing hook or towing rope. People in
the vicinity could be injured as a result.322)When going down a long slope, the
brakes may overheat, reducing
effectiveness. Have your vehicle transport
by a tow truck.
323)The person in the vehicle being towed
must pay attention to the brake lamps of
the towing vehicle and make sure the rope
never becomes slack.
324)Do not use flexible cables for towing
and avoid jerking. During towing
operations, make sure that the fastened
joint does not damage adjoining
components.
325)When towing the vehicle comply with
the specific rules of the Highway Code
regarding the towing device and the
behaviour on the road.
326)Do not start the engine while towing
the vehicle.
327)Towing must be made exclusively on
roads/streets; the device must not be used
to recover the vehicle if it got off the road.
328)Towing must not be made for getting
past significant obstacles on the road (e.g.
heaps of snow or material on the road
surface).
329)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.
IMPORTANT
169)This vehicle must not be towed by a
tow truck using sling lift type equipment
(Type A) as illustrated fig. 405. Using a sling
lift will damage the bumper and front end.
170)On 4WD vehicles, be sure to set the
drive mode-selector to “2H” position and
transport the vehicle with the driving wheels
on a carriage (Type D or E) as illustrated.
Never try to tow with the drive
mode-selector in “4H” or “4L” positions
(easy select 4WD), “4H”, “4HLc” or “4LLc”
positions (super select 4WD II) and with the
front or rear wheels on the ground (Type B
or C) as illustrated. This could result in the
driving system damage or vehicle may
jump at the carriage. If you cannot set the
drive mode-selector to “2H” position or the
transmission is malfunctioning or damaged,
transport the vehicle with the all wheels on
a carriage (Type D or E) as illustrated.
171)On 2WD vehicles, if the transmission
is malfunctioning or damaged, transport the
vehicle with the driving wheels on a
carriage (Type C, D or E) as illustrated.
172)If you tow the vehicles with automatic
transmission with the driving wheels on the
ground (Type B) as illustrated, make sure
that the towing speed and distance given
below are never exceeded, causing
damage to the transmission. Towing speed:
30 km/h Towing distance: 80 km For the
towing speed and the towing distance,
follow the local driving laws and
regulations.
173)On vehicles with manual transmission,
do not tow the vehicle with the rear wheels
on the ground (Type B) as illustrated.
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PERIODIC CHECKS
Before long journeys, check and, if
necessary, restore:
engine coolant level;
brake fluid level;
windscreen washer fluid level;
operation of lighting system
(headlamps, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, etc.);
tyre inflation pressure and condition;
tyre alignment;
operation of screen washer/wiper
system and positioning/wear of
windscreen/rear window wiper blades.
To ensure that the vehicle is always
efficient and well maintained, it is
advisable to make sure that you carry
out the above operations regularly
(approximately every 1000 km and
every 3000 km for checking and
topping up engine oil is advisable).
DEMANDING
VEHICLE USE
If the vehicle is mostly used in one of
the following conditions:
towing a trailer or caravan;
dusty roads;
short, repeated journeys (less than
7-8 km) at sub-zero outside
temperatures;
engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long periods
of inactivity;
the following checks must be carried
out more often than indicated in the
Scheduled Servicing Plan:
check front disc brake pad
conditions and wear;
check cleanliness of bonnet and
boot locks, cleanliness and lubrication
of linkage;
visually inspect conditions of: engine,
gearbox, transmission, pipes and hoses
(exhaust - fuel system - brakes) and
rubber elements (boots - sleeves -
bushes - etc.);
check battery charge and battery
fluid level (electrolyte);
visually inspect condition of the
accessory drive belts;
check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter;
check and, if necessary, replace
pollen filter.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

TYRES
387)
Tyre size UP TO 3 PASSENGERS MAX. LOAD OR TRAILER TOWING
Front Rear Front Rear
205R16C 110/108R 8PR2.4 bar
(240 kPa)
{35 psi}2.4 bar
(240 kPa)
{35 psi}2.4 bar
(240 kPa)
{35 psi}4.5 bar
(450 kPa)
{65 psi}
245/70R16 111S RF2.0 bar
(200 kPa)
{29 psi}2.0 bar
(200 kPa)
{29 psi}2.0 bar
(200 kPa)
{29 psi}2.9 bar
(290 kPa)
{42 psi}
245/65R17 111S RF2.2 bar
(220 kPa)
{32 psi}2.2 bar
(220 kPa)
{32 psi}2.2 bar
(220 kPa)
{32 psi}2.9 bar
(290 kPa)
{42 psi}
Check the tyre inflation pressure of all the tyres while they are cold; if insufficient or excessive, adjust to the specified value.
After the tyre inflation pressure has been adjusted, check the tyres for damage and air leaks. Be sure to put caps on the valves.
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Club Cab
Vehicles without wide fenderVehicles with
wide fender
LHD RHD
Kerb weightWithout optional
parts1,820 kg 1,805 kg 1,840 kg
With full optional
parts1,910 kg 1,895 kg 1,930 kg
Maximum gross vehicle weight 2,850 kg
Maximum axle weightFront 1,260 kg
Rrear 1,840 kg
Maximum towable weightWith brake 3,000 kg
Without brake 750 kg
Maximum trailer-nose weight 120 kg
Maximum gross combination weight 5,820 kg
Maximum permissible weight of the coupling device 34 kg
Seating capacity
4 persons, 2 persons
(*)
(*) Vehicles equipped with rear seatless option
NOTE: Trailer specifications indicate the manufacturer’s recommendation.
NOTE: When loading luggage and/or towing a trailer, make sure not to exceed any of the above maximum weights all the time.
NOTE: The trailer weights related specifications are not applicable to use in some markets, the correct maximum weights are
stated in the registration book of the vehicle.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Double Cab
2WD Hi-Rider
Kerb weightWithout optional parts 1,765 kg
With full optional parts 1,850 kg
Maximum gross vehicle weight2,800 kg
Maximum axle weightFront 1,260 kg
Rear 1,840 kg
Maximum towable weightWith brake 2,700 kg
Without brake 750 kg
Maximum trailer-nose weight110 kg
Maximum gross combination weight 5,450 kg
Maximum permissible weight of the coupling device 34 kg
Seating capacity5 persons
NOTE: Trailer specifications indicate the manufacturer’s recommendation.
NOTE: When loading luggage and/or towing a trailer, make sure not to exceed any of the above maximum weights all the time.
NOTE: The trailer weights related specifications are not applicable to use in some markets, the correct maximum weights are
stated in the registration book of the vehicle.
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Diesel engine 2.4 (4N15) 4WD
M/T
LHD RHD
Vehicles without wide
fenderVehicles with wide fender
Kerb weightWithout optional parts1,870 kg
1,840 kg
(*2)1,875 kg
1,855 kg(*2)1,860 kg
1,855 kg(*1)
With full optional parts1,960 kg
1,915 kg(*2)
1,955 kg
1,950 kg(*1)1,950 kg(*2)
1,950 kg
1,960 kg(*1)
Maximum gross vehicle weight2,900 kg
2,850 kg(*2)2,905 kg
2,850 kg(*2)2,905 kg
2,900 kg(*1)
Maximum axle weightFront 1,260 kg
Rear 1,840 kg
Maximum towable weightWith brake 3,100 kg
Without brake 750 kg
Maximum trailer-nose weight 125 kg
Maximum gross combination weight5,950 kg
5,900 kg
(*2)5,950 kg
Maximum permissible weight of the coupling device 34 kg
Seating capacity 5 persons
(*2) Versions for specific markets
(*1) Vehicles with the Start&Stop
NOTE: The trailer weights related specifications are not applicable to use in some markets, the correct maximum weights are
stated in the registration book of the vehicle.
NOTE: Trailer specifications indicate the manufacturer’s recommendation.
NOTE: When loading luggage and/or towing a trailer, make sure not to exceed any of the above maximum weights all the time.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Diesel engine 2.4 (4N15) 4WD
A/T
LHD RHD
Vehicles without wide
fenderVehicles with wide fender
Kerb weightWithout optional parts 1,870 kg1,875 kg
1,855 kg
(*2)1,860 kg
With full optional parts 1,960 kg1,955 kg
1,955 kg
(*2)1,950 kg
Maximum gross vehicle weight 2,900 kg2,910 kg
2,850 kg
(*2)2,910 kg
Maximum axle weightFront 1,260 kg
Rear 1,840 kg
Maximum towable weightWith brake 3,100 kg
Without brake 750 kg
Maximum trailer-nose weight 125 kg
Maximum gross combination weight 5,950 kg5,950 kg
5,900 kg
(*2)5,950 kg
Maximum permissible weight of the coupling device 34 kg
Seating capacity 5 persons
(*2) Versions for specific markets
NOTE: Trailer specifications indicate the manufacturer’s recommendation.
NOTE: When loading luggage and/or towing a trailer, make sure not to exceed any of the above maximum weights all the time.
NOTE: The trailer weights related specifications are not applicable to use in some markets, the correct maximum weights are
stated in the registration book of the vehicle.
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