2017 FIAT FULLBACK Owner handbook (in English)

Precautions to observe when using
wipers and washers
If the moving wipers become
blocked partway through a sweep by
ice or other deposits on the glass, the
wipers may temporarily stop operating
to prevent the motor from overheating.
In this case, park the vehicle in a safe
place, turn the ignition switch to the
“OFF” position or put the operation
mode in OFF, and then remove the ice
or other deposits. Because the wipers
will start operating again after the wiper
motor cools down, check that the
wipers operate before using them.
Do not use the wipers when the
glass is dry. They may scratch the glass
surface and the blades wear out
prematurely.
Before using the wipers in cold
weather, check that the wiper blades
are not frozen onto the glass. The
motor may burn out if the wipers are
used with the blades frozen onto the
glass.
Avoid using the washer continuously
for more than 20 seconds. Do not
operate the washer when the fluid
reservoir is empty. Otherwise, the motor
may burn out.
Periodically check the level of washer
fluid in the reservoir and refill if required.During cold weather, add a
recommended washer solution that will
not freeze in the washer reservoir.
Failure to do so could result in loss of
washer function and frost damage to
the system components.
WARNING
63)Do not use the screen wiper to remove
layers of snow or ice from the windscreen.
In such conditions, the windscreen wiper
may be subjected to excessive stress and
the motor cut-out switch, which prevents
operation for a few seconds, may
intervene. If operation is not restored,
contact a Fiat Dealership.
64)Streaks of water may cause
unnecessary blade movements.
65)If the washer is used in cold weather,
the washer fluid sprayed against the glass
may freeze, which may hinder visibility.
Warm the glass with the defroster or rear
window demister before using the washer.66)With the ignition switch or the
operation mode in ON and the lever in the
“AUTO” position, the wipers may
automatically operate in the situations
described below. If your hands get
trapped, you could suffer injuries or the
wipers could malfunction. Be sure to turn
the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position
or put the operation mode in OFF, or move
lever to the “OFF” position to deactivate
the rain sensor: when cleaning the outside
surface of the windscreen, if you touch or
wipe with a cloth on top of the rain sensor;
when using an automatic car wash; when a
physical shock is applied to the windscreen
or to the rain sensor.
IMPORTANT
21)Do not activate the rain sensor when
washing the car in an automatic car wash.
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AIR CONDITIONING
SYSTEM
Ventilators
1 — Centre ventilators
2 — Side ventilators
NOTE Do not place beverages on top
of the instrument panel. If they splash
into the air conditioning ventilators, they
could damage the system.
Air flow and direction adjustments
Centre ventilators
Move the knob (1) to adjust the air flow
direction.
To close the vent, move the knob (1) to
the inside as far as possibleA — Close
B — Open
Side ventilators
Move the knob (A) to adjust the air flow
direction.
To close the vent, move the knob (A) to
the outside as far as possible
A — Close
B — OpenNOTE On vehicles with air conditioning,
the cool air from the ventilators may
appear as a mist. This is due to moist
air being suddenly cooled by the air
conditioning. This will clear after a few
moments.
NOTE Be careful not to spill beverages,
etc., into the ventilators. Doing so might
cause the air conditioner not to function
normally.
Mode selection
To change the position and amount of
air flowing from the ventilators, turn the
mode selection dial (refer to “Mode
selection dial”). On vehicles with the
automatic climate control air
conditioner, press the MODE switch or
demister switch (refer to “Mode switch”
and “Demister switch”).
The next several illustrations show the
different quantity of air coming from the
ventilators.
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The mode selection and air flowing from the ventilators
Face position Foot/Face position Foot position
Foot/Demister position Demister position
NOTE For vehicles with the Start&Stop system, the windows may start to fog up while the system is operating. If this occurs,
press the demister switch to remove fog from the windows.
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Heater/Manual air
conditioning
The heater/air conditioning can only be
used while the engine is running.
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22)
Control panel
1. Mode selection dial 2. Rear window
demister switch 3. Blower speed
selection dial 4. Air conditioning switch
5. Temperature control dial 6. Air
selection lever
Blower speed selection dial
Select the blower speed by turning the
blower speed selection dial clockwise
or anticlockwise.
The blower speed will gradually
increase as the dial is turned to the
right.Temperature control dial
Turn the temperature control dial
clockwise to make the air warmer. Turn
it anticlockwise to make the air cooler.
NOTE While the engine coolant
temperature is low, the temperature of
the air from the heater will be cool/cold
until the engine warms up, even if you
have selected warm air with the lever.Mode selection dial
To change the position of air flowing
from the ventilators, turn the mode
selection dial (refer to “Mode selection”).
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NOTE With the mode selection dial
between theandpositions, air
flows mainly to the upper part of the
passenger compartment. With the
mode selection dial between the
andpositions, air flows mainly to
the leg area.
NOTE With the mode selection dial
between the
andpositions, air
flows mainly to the leg area. With the
mode selection dial between the
andpositions, air flows mainly to the
windscreen and door windows.
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Air selection lever
To change the air selection, use the air
selection lever.
Outside air is introduced into
the passenger compartment.
Recirculated air is recirculated
inside the passenger compartment.
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NOTE Normally, use the(outside)
position to keep the windscreen and
side windows clear and quickly remove
fog or frost from the windscreen. If high
cooling performance is desired, or if the
outside air is dusty or otherwise
contaminated, use the
(recirculation) position. Switch to
the(outside) position periodically
to increase ventilation so that the
windows do not become fogged up.Air conditioning switch
Push the switch to turn the air
conditioning on, indicator lamp (A) will
come on.
Push the switch again to switch it off.
Operating the air conditioning
system
Select dials and levers as shown in the
illustration according to your purpose.
HeatingNOTE For maximum heat, set the
blower speed at the 3rd position.
Cooling (Manual air conditioning)
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Demisting of the windscreen and
door windows
67)
For ordinary demisting
For quick demistingNOTE To demist effectively, direct the
air flow from the side ventilators
towards the door windows.
Do not set the temperature control dial
to the max. cool position. Cool air will
blow against the window glasses and
prevent demisting.
Introduction of outside air
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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL AIR CONDITIONER
(where provided)
The air conditioner can only be used while the engine is running.
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Automatic climate control system
1. Temperature control switch 2. Air conditioning switch 3. MODE switch 4. Blower speed selection switch 5. Air selection
switch 6. Demister switch 7. AUTO switch 8. Rear window demister switch 9. OFF switch 10. Temperature display 11. Air
conditioning indicator 12. Mode selection display 13. Blower speed display
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Automatic dual-zone climate control system
1. Driver’s side temperature control switch (LHD vehicles) — Passenger’s side temperature control switch (RHD vehicles) 2. Air
conditioning switch 3. Blower speed selection switch 4. MODE switch 5. Passenger’s side temperature control switch (LHD
vehicles) — Driver’s side temperature control switch (RHD vehicles) 6. Air selection switch 7. Demister switch 8. AUTO switch
9. Rear window demister switch 10. OFF switch 11. Driver’s side temperature display (LHD vehicles) — Passenger’s side
temperature display (RHD vehicles) 12. DUAL indicator 13. Mode selection display 14. Passenger’s side temperature display
(LHD vehicles) — Driver’s side temperature display (RHD vehicles) 15. Air conditioning indicator 16. Blower speed display
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