Handbrake disengagement: slightly
raise lever A and hold button B
pressed, checking that the
warning
light switches off in the instrument
panel.
WARNING
119)Never leave children unattended in
the car. Always remove the key from the
ignition when leaving the car and take
it with you.
120)The car should be braked after a few
clicks of the lever, if it is not, contact a
Fiat Dealership to have it adjusted.
121)In the case of parking manoeuvres on
roads on a gradient, the front wheels
must be steered towards the pavement
(when parking downhill), or in the opposite
direction if the vehicle is parked uphill.
Block the wheels with a wedge or a stone if
the car is parked on a steep slope.
MANUAL GEARBOX
122)44)
To engage the gears, press the clutch
pedal fully and put the gear lever into
the required position (the diagram
for gear engagement is shown on the
knob fig. 78).
For 0.9 TwinAir, 0.9 TwinAir Turbo and
1.2 8v 69 HP versions: to engage
reverse R from neutral, raise ring A fig.
78 underneath the knob and, at the
same time, shift the lever to the right
and then backwards.
For version 1.3 16v MultiJet: to engage
reverse R from neutral position, shift
the lever to the right and then back.IMPORTANT Reverse can only be
engaged when the vehicle is completely
stationary. With the engine running,
wait for at least 2 seconds with the
clutch pedal fully pressed before
engaging reverse to prevent damage to
the gears and grating.
IMPORTANT The clutch pedal should
be used only for gear changes. Do
not drive with your foot resting on the
clutch pedal, however lightly. For
versions/markets where provided, the
electronic clutch pedal control could cut
in, interpreting the incorrect driving
style as a fault.
WARNING
122)Depress the clutch pedal fully to
change gear correctly. It is therefore
essential that there is nothing under the
pedals: make sure the mats are lying
flat and do not get in the way of the
pedals.
WARNING
44)Do not drive with your hand resting on
the gear lever as the force exerted, even
if slight, could lead over time to premature
wear of the internal gearbox components.
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STARTING AND DRIVING
REFITTING THE
STANDARD WHEEL
54)Following the procedure described
previously, raise the vehicle and remove
the space-saver wheel.
Versions with steel wheels
Proceed as follows:
make sure the contact surfaces
between standard wheel and hub are
clean so that the fastening bolts will not
come loose;
fit the standard wheel by inserting
the first bolt by 2 threads into the hole
closest to the inflation valve;
fit the hub cap, aligning the crescent
hole with the bolt already fitted, then
fit the other bolts;
using the wrench provided, tighten
the fastening bolts;
lower the vehicle and remove the
jack;
use the wrench provided to fully
tighten the bolts, passing alternately
from one bolt to the opposite one.
Versions with alloy wheels
Proceed as follows:
insert the wheel on the hub and
using the wrench provided tighten the
bolts;
lower the vehicle and remove the
jack;
use the wrench provided to fully
tighten the bolts, passing alternately
from one bolt to the opposite one.
reinsert the press-fitted hub cap,
making sure that the reference hole on
the wheel is aligned with the reference
pin on the cap.
IMPORTANT If it is not fitted properly,
the hub cap may detach itself when the
vehicle is running.
At the end of operation
stow the space-saver wheel in the
compartment provided in the luggage
compartment;
insert the jack and the other tools in
the container;
arrange the container and tools on
the space-saver wheel;
correctly reposition the boot mat.
WARNING
142)The space-saver wheel (for
versions/markets where provided) is
specific to your car, do not use it on other
models, or use the space-saver wheel
of other models on your car. The
space-saver wheel must only be used in
the event of an emergency. Never use it for
more than strictly necessary and never
exceed 80 km/h. On the space-saver
wheel there is an orange label,
summarising the main warnings regarding
space-saver wheel usage restrictions.
Never remove or cover the label. The label
contains the following indications in four
languages: "Warning! For temporary use
only! 80 km/h max! Replace with standard
wheel as soon as possible. Never cover
this indication." Never apply a wheel cap
on a space-saver wheel.
143)Alert other drivers that the car is
stationary in compliance with local
regulations: hazard warning lights, warning
triangle, etc. Any passengers on board
should leave the car, especially if it is
heavily laden. Passengers should stay
away from on-coming traffic while the
wheel is being changed. On hills or uneven
roads, use chocks or appropriate objects
to block the wheels of the vehicle.
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JUMP STARTING
If the battery is flat, a jump starting can
be performed using the battery and
the cables of another vehicle, or using a
booster battery.
IMPORTANT
When a booster battery is used, comply
with the utilisation and precaution
instructions specified by the producer.
Do not use the booster battery or
any other source of external supply with
a voltage above 12 V: the battery, the
starter, the alternator and the electrical
system of the vehicle could be
damaged.
Do not attempt jump starting if the
battery is frozen. The battery could
break and explode!
PREPARATION TO JUMP
STARTING
148) 149)
57) 58)
IMPORTANT The positive terminal (+) of
the battery is shielded by a protective
cover. Lift the cover to access the
positive terminal.
Proceed as follows:
engage the handbrake, move the
Dualogic gear lever to P (Park) or,
for versions with manual gearbox, to
neutral and bring the ignition key to
STOP;
switch off all the other electrical
devices in the vehicle;
if another vehicle is ready for jump
starting, park the vehicle within the
reach of the cables to be used for
starting, operate the handbrake and
make sure that the ignition is
deactivated.
IMPORTANT Avoid contact between
the two vehicles since this could cause
a connection to earth and may result
in serious injury to any people nearby.
PROCEDURE FOR JUMP
STARTING
IMPORTANT If the procedure below is
carried out incorrectly, it can cause
severe injury to people or damage the
recharging system of one or both
vehicles. Carefully follow the
instructions given below.
Cable connection
Proceed as follows to carry out a jump
starting:
connect one end of the cable used
for positive (+) to the positive terminal
(+) of the vehicle with flat battery;
connect the other end of the cable
used for positive (+) to the positive
terminal (+) of the auxiliary battery;
connect one end of the cable used
for negative (–) to the negative terminal
(–) of the auxiliary battery;
Connect the other end of the cable
used for negative (–) to an engine
earth (the visible metal part of
the vehicle engine with flat battery)
away from the battery and the fuel
injection system;
start the vehicle engine with the
auxiliary battery, let it run for a few
minutes at idling. Start the engine of the
vehicle with flat battery.
Cable disconnection.
Once the engine has been started,
remove the cables proceeding as
follows:
disconnect the end of the cable
used for negative (–) from the engine
earth of the vehicle with flat battery;
disconnect the other end of the
cable used for negative (–) from the
negative terminal (–) of the auxiliary
battery;
disconnect the end of the cable
used for positive (+) from the positive
terminal (+) of the auxiliary battery;
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disconnect one end of the cable
used for positive (+) from the positive
terminal (+) of the vehicle with flat
battery;
If it is often necessary to perform a
jump starting, have the vehicle battery
and the recharging system checked
by a Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT Any accessories (e.g.
mobile phones, etc.) connected to the
vehicle power sockets draw current
even if they are not used. These
devices, if left connected too much time
with engine off, may cause the battery
to drain with following reduction of
its life and/or failure to start the engine.
WARNING
148)This procedure must be performed by
qualified personnel as incorrect actions
may cause high-intensity electrical
discharge. Furthermore, battery fluid is
poisonous and corrosive: avoid contact
with skin and eyes. Keep naked flames and
lighted cigarettes away from the battery
and do not cause sparks.
149)Remove any metal objects (e.g. rings,
watches, bracelets), that might cause an
accidental electrical contact and cause
serious injury.
WARNING
57)Do not connect the cable to the
negative terminal (–) of the flat battery. The
following spark could lead to battery
explosion and cause serious harm. Only
use the specific earth point; do not use any
other exposed metallic part.
58)Never use a fast battery-charger to
start the engine as this could damage the
electronic systems of your vehicle,
particularly the ignition and engine fuel
supply control units.
FUEL CUT-OFF
SYSTEM
150)
This intervenes in the case of an impact
causing:
the interruption of the fuel supply
with the engine consequently cutting
out;
the automatic unlocking of the
doors;
the automatic switching on of the
interior lights
the switching on of the hazard
warning lights.
IMPORTANT Carefully check the car for
fuel leaks, for instance in the engine
compartment, under the car or near the
tank area. After an impact, turn the
ignition key to STOP to prevent the
battery from running down.
To restore the correct operation of the
car, proceed as follows:
turn the ignition key to the MAR
position;
activate the right direction indicator;
deactivate the right direction
indicator;
activate the left direction indicator;
deactivate the left direction indicator;
activate the right direction indicator;
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IN AN EMERGENCY
INDEX
3
rd brake light (bulb
replacement)
................................ 111
ABS (system)
................................ 60
Active safety systems ..................... 60
Airbag ............................................ 84
ASR (system) ................................. 61
Battery (recharging)
....................... 135
Bonnet ........................................... 26
CBC system
................................. 65
Checking levels .............................. 137
Child protection systems ................ 74
Climate control system ................... 22
CO2 emissions............................... 175
Control panel and on-board
instruments .................................. 37.................................. 202
Dashboard
.................................... 8
Daytime running lights (DRL)
– "Daytime Running Lights" .......... 17
Dimensions .................................... 158
Dipped beam headlights
– control....................................... 17
Dipped headlights
– control....................................... 17
Dipped/main beam headlights
(bulb replacement) ....................... 108
Direction indicators
– control....................................... 17Direction indicators (changing a
bulb) ............................................ 108
Display ........................................... 38
Doors ............................................. 11
– door locking/unlocking .............. 11
Driving assistance systems ............ 65
DRL (daytime running lights) ........... 17
Dualdrive electric power steering .... 97
Dualogic gearbox ........................... 95
ECO function
................................ 98
Electric windows ............................ 26
Engine............................................ 147
Engine compartment...................... 137
ESC (system) ................................. 60
External lights................................. 17
Fiat CODE (system)
....................... 11
Fix&Go Airflat kit ............................. 118
Fluids and lubricants ...................... 168
Fog lights (bulb replacement) ......... 109
Follow me home (device) ................ 17
Front airbags .................................. 84
Front roof light ................................ 19
Front/rear fog lights ........................ 18
Fuel consumption .......................... 173
Fuel cut-off system......................... 122
Fuses (replacement) ....................... 112
Gear Shift Indicator
....................... 38
Handbrake
.................................... 93Hazard warning lights..................... 106
HBA (system) ................................. 61
Head restraints............................... 14
HH (system) ................................... 60
Ignition device
............................... 10
Important information and
recommendations ........................ 204
Instrument panel ............................ 201
Interior lights .................................. 19
iTPMS ............................................ 66
Jump starting
................................ 121
Keys
– key with remote control ............. 9
– key without remote control ........ 9
Lifting the vehicle
.......................... 143
Luggage compartment................... 28
Main beam headlights
– control....................................... 17
Manual gearbox ............................. 94
Mode selector ................................ 96
Number plate lights (bulb
replacement)
................................ 111
Occupant protection systems
....... 69
Parking lights
................................ 17
Parking sensors ............................. 100
Parking the vehicle ......................... 93
Performance (top speed) ................ 172