NOTE When the temperature is set to
the highest or the lowest, the air
selection and the air conditioner will be
automatically changed as follows. Also,
if the air selection is operated manually
after an automatic changeover, manual
operation will be selected.
Quick Heating(When the
temperature is set to the highest
setting): outside air will be introduced
and the air conditioner will stop.
Quick Cooling(When the
temperature is set to the lowest
setting): inside air will be recirculated
and the air conditioner will operate.
The settings described above are the
factory settings.
The air selection and air conditioning
switches can be customised (function
setting changed), and the automatic
switching of outside air and the air
conditioner according to operating
conditions can be changed as desired.
For further information, we recommend
you to consult a Fiat Dealership.
Refer to “Customising the air
conditioning switch” and to
“Customising the air selection”.
Synchronized mode and dual mode
The driver’s side and the passenger’s
side temperature can be controlled
independently. At this time, the “DUAL”
indicator will be shown in the display
(A).Synchronized mode
If the driver’s side temperature control
switch is pressed, the passenger’s side
temperature will also be controlled to
the same setting temperature as the
driver’s side.
Dual mode
If the passenger’s side temperature
control switch is pressed under
synchronized mode, the system will
switch to dual mode. In dual mode, the
driver’s side and the passenger’s side
temperature can be set separately by
using each temperature control switch.
Press the AUTO switch to return to
synchronized mode.
Air selection switch
To change the air selection, simply
press the air selection switch.
Outside air(Indicator lamp (A) is
OFF): outside air is introduced into the
passenger compartment.
Recirculated air(Indicator lamp (A)
is ON): 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.
When the engine coolant temperature
rises to a certain level, the air selection
is automatically switched to the
recirculation position and the indicator
lamp (A) comes on. At this time, the
system will not switch to the outside
position even if the air selection switch
is pressed.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
For information on how to change the
average fuel consumption display
setting, refer to “Changing the function
settings”.
NOTE The average fuel consumption
display can be reset separately for the
auto reset mode and for the manual
reset mode.
NOTE “---” is displayed when the
average fuel consumption cannot be
measured.
NOTE The initial (default) setting is
“Auto reset mode”.
NOTE The average fuel consumption
will depend on the driving conditions
(road conditions, how you drive, etc.).
The displayed fuel consumption may
vary from the actual fuel consumption.
Treat the fuel consumption displayed as
just a rough guideline.
NOTE The memory of the manual reset
mode or auto reset mode for the
average fuel consumption display is
erased if the battery is disconnected.
NOTE The display setting can be
changed to the preferred units {km/L,
L/100 km, mpg}. Refer to “Changing
the function settings”.
Start&Stop monitor
The accumulated time the engine has
been stopped by Start&Stop system is
displayed. Refer to Start&Stop system.NOTE When the ignition switch or the
operation mode is ON again, the
accumulated time will be reset.
Outside temperature display (if so
equipped)
This displays the temperature outside
the vehicle.
NOTE The display setting can be
changed to the preferred units (°C or
°F). Refer to “Changing the function
settings”.
NOTE Depending on factors such as
the driving conditions, the displayed
temperature may vary from the actual
outside temperature.
Frozen road warning
If the outside air temperature drops
below approx. 3°C (37 °F), the alarm
sounds and the outside air temperature
warning symbol (A) flashes for about 10
seconds.111)
Engine coolant temperature display
This indicates the engine coolant
temperature. If the coolant becomes
hot,
will blink.
Pay careful attention to the engine
coolant temperature display while you
are driving.
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Fuel remaining display
The fuel remaining display indicates the
fuel level in the fuel tank when the
ignition switch or the operation mode is
ON.
1 — Full
0 — Empty
NOTE It may take several seconds to
stabilise the display after refilling the
tank.
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104)In the following cases, the engine will
restart automatically even if the engine was
stopped by the Start&Stop system. Pay
careful attention, otherwise an unexpected
accident might occur when the engine
restarts: vehicle speed is 3 km/h or higher
when coasting down a slope; brake
booster vacuum pressure is low because
the brake pedal is depressed repeatedly or
depressed harder than usual; engine
coolant temperature is low; when the air
conditioner is operated by pressing the air
conditioning switch; when the preset
temperature of the air conditioner is
changed significantly; when the air
conditioner is operated in AUTO mode
where the temperature control is set to the
max. hot or the max. cool (for vehicles with
automatic climate air conditioning); when
the air conditioner is ON, the passenger
compartment temperature rises and the air
conditioning compressor operates to lower
the temperature; demister switch is
pressed. Refer to “For quick demisting”;
electric power consumption is high, such
as when the rear window demister or other
electrical components are operating or the
blower speed is set to a high setting;
battery voltage or battery performance is
low; operate the steering wheel; driver’s
seat belt is unfastened; driver’s door is
opened.MANUAL
TRANSMISSION
The shift pattern is shown on the
gearshift lever knob. To start off,
depress the clutch pedal all the way
down and shift into 1st or “R” (Reverse)
position. Then gradually release the
clutch pedal while depressing the
accelerator pedal.
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During cold weather, shifting may be
difficult until the transmission lubricant
has warmed up. This is normal and not
harmful to the transmission.
If it is hard to shift into 1st, depress the
clutch pedal again; the shift will then be
easier to make.
In case of hot weather condition or long
time cruising with high speed, a speed
limitation function may work to restrict
the oil temperature rising of the manual
transmission. After the oil temperature
drops to the appropriate level, the
speed limitation function is cancelled.
The gearshift indicator shows
recommended gearshift points for
fuel-efficient driving. It shows a
when
an upshift is recommended.Moving the gearshift lever to the
“R” (Reverse) position
Depress and hold the gearshift lever to
the “R” (Reverse) position.110)
Possible driving speed
Avoid shifting down at high speed, as
this may cause excessive engine speed
(the tachometer needle into the red
zone) and damage the engine.
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277)Electrolyte is corrosive diluted
sulphuric acid. If electrolyte (battery acid)
comes into contact with your hands, eyes,
clothes or the painted surface of your
vehicle, it should be thoroughly flushed
with water. If electrolyte gets in your eyes,
flush them with water immediately and
thoroughly, and get prompt medical
attention.
278)Make sure that the connection is
made to the appointed position (shown in
the illustration). If the connection is made
directly to the negative (−) side of the
battery, the inflammable gases generated
from the battery might catch fire and
explode.
279)When connecting the jumper cables,
do not connect the positive (+) cable to the
negative (−) terminal. Otherwise sparks
might cause explosion of the battery.
280)Use care not to get the jumper cable
caught in the cooling fan or other rotating
part in the engine compartment.
281)Keep the engine of the vehicle giving
assistance running.
282)Battery fluid is poisonous and
corrosive: avoid contact with your skin and
eyes. The battery should be charged in a
well ventilated place, away from naked
flames or possible sources of sparks:
danger of explosion and fire.
283)Do not attempt to charge a frozen
battery: it must be thawed first, otherwise it
may explode. If freezing has occurred, the
battery should be checked by skilled
personnel to make sure that the internal
elements are not damaged and that the
body is not cracked, with the risk of leaking
poisonous and corrosive acid.ENGINE
OVERHEATING
When the engine is overheating,will
blink. If this occurs, take the following
corrective measures:
1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Check whether steam is coming from
the engine compartment.
If steam does not come from the engine
compartment: with the engine still
running, raise the bonnet to ventilate
the engine compartment.
NOTE For vehicles equipped with the
Start&Stop system, press the
“Start&Stop OFF” switch to deactivate
the system before stopping the vehicle.
If steam is coming from the engine
compartment: stop the engine, and
when the steam stops, raise the bonnet
to ventilate the engine compartment.
Restart the engine.
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3. Confirm that the cooling fan (B) is
turning.
If the cooling fan is turning: after the
high coolant temperature warning has
gone off, stop the engine
If the cooling fan is not turning: stop the
engine immediately and contact a Fiat
dealership for assistance.A. Radiator cap
B. Cooling fan
C. Reserve tank
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4. Check the coolant level in the reserve
tank (C).
5. Add coolant to the radiator and/or
reserve tank if necessary (refer to the
“Maintenance” section).
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IN AN EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Correct maintenance permits the
performance of the car to be
maintained over time, as well as limited
running costs and safeguarding the
efficiency of the safety systems.
This chapter explains how.SERVICE PRECAUTIONS.......244
SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN . .245
PERIODIC CHECKS..........250
DEMANDING VEHICLE USE.....250
CHECKING LEVELS..........251
CATALYTIC CONVERTER.......252
ENGINE OIL...............252
ENGINE COOLANT...........253
WASHER FLUID.............255
BRAKE FLUID..............255
CLUTCH FLUID.............256
POWER STEERING FLUID......257
BATTERY.................258
WIPER BLADE REPLACEMENT . . .260
GENERAL MAINTENANCE......261
VEHICLE CARE PRECAUTIONS. . .261
CLEANING THE INTERIOR OF
YOUR VEHICLE.............262
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR OF
YOUR VEHICLE.............263
TYRES...................267
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SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN
DIESEL ENGINE 4N15
Thousand of miles12,5 25 37,5 50 62,5 75 87,5 100 112 125
Thousands of kilometers or20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200
Years12345678910
Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust
pressure, if necessary●●●●●●●●●●
Check operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, boot, passenger
compartment, glove compartment,
instrument panel warning lights, etc.)
●●●●●●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels
(1)●●●●●●●●●●
Check battery condition●●●●●●●●●●
Change engine coolant●
Adjust the tappet clearance (where there is
no hydraulic clearance adjustment)●●●
Check exhaust emissions/smokiness●●●●●●●●●●
Use the diagnosis socket to check
supply/engine management systems
operation, emissions and, for
versions/markets, where provided, engine
oil degradation
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(1) Always only use the liquids shown in the handbook for topping up after having checked that the system is not damaged.
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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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CHECKING LEVELS
1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Clutch fluid reservoir (where provided) 4. Engine oil cap 5. Engine oil
level gauge 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Washer fluid reservoir 8. Battery
A— RHD versions
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WARNING
354)Never smoke when performing operations in the engine compartment. Flammable gases and fumes may be present and risk igniting.
355)Be very careful when working in the engine compartment when the engine is hot: you may get burned. Remember that the fan may start
up if the engine is hot: this could injure you. Scarves, ties and other loose clothing might be pulled by moving parts.
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