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START&STOP
SYSTEM
IN BRIEF
The Start&Stop device automatically
stops the engineeach time the
vehicle is stationary and all the
conditions for automatic switch-off
have been met, and starts it again
when the driver wants to move off.
This improves the efficiency of the
vehicle by reducing fuel consumption,
the emission of harmful gases and
noise pollution.
OPERATING MODE
Stopping the engine
Versions with manual transmission
With the vehicle stationary, the engine
stops with the gearbox in neutral and
the clutch pedal released.
Versions with Comfort-matic
transmission
With car at a standstill and brake pedal
pressed, the engine switches off if the
gear lever is in a position other thanR.In the event of stops uphill, engine
switching off is disabled to make the
"Hill Holder" function available (works
only with the engine running).
The warning light on the instrument
panel switches on to signal that the
engine has stopped.
Restarting the engine
Versions with manual transmission
Depress the clutch pedal to restart
the engine.
Versions with Comfort-matic
transmission
Releasing the brake pedal the engine
restarts automatically; the icon
switches off on the display.
If the engine is restarted with the “Hill
Holder” function off, move the lever
towards (+), (-)orRand the engine
restarts.
MANUAL ACTIVATION
AND DEACTIVATION OF
THE SYSTEM
To activate/deactivate the system
manually, press the
button on the
dashboard control panel.
25)
SAFETY FUNCTIONS
In engine cut-out conditions through
the Start&Stop system, if the driver
unfastens his/her seat belt and opens
the driver's door or the passenger door,
the engine can be restarted only by
using the key. The driver is notified of
this condition by a buzzer, through the
instrument panel warning light
flashing and, where provided, by a
message in the display.
119) 120)
WARNING
25)If the vehicle is equipped with manual
climate control, if you want to favour
climate comfort, the Start&Stop system
can be deactivated for continuous climate
control system operation.
WARNING
119)The vehicle should always be
evacuated after the key has been removed
or turned to the STOP position. When
refuelling, make sure that the car is
switched off with the key in the STOP
position.
120)If the battery needs to be replaced,
always contact a Fiat Dealership. The
replacement battery should be of the same
type (L6 105Ah/850A) and should have
the same characteristics.
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PROLONGED
VEHICLE INACTIVITY
If the vehicle needs to be off the road
for longer than one month, the following
precautions must be taken:
park the vehicle indoors in a dry
and, if possible, well-ventilated place;
engage a gear;
check that the handbrake is not
engaged;
disconnect the negative battery
terminal; if the vehicle is equipped with
a battery disconnection function
(disconnector), see the description of
the procedure in the "Controls"
paragraph in the "Dashboard and
controls" section;
clean and protect the painted parts
using protective wax;
clean and protect the shiny metal
parts using special compounds
available commercially;
sprinkle talcum powder on the
windscreen and rear window wiper
rubber blades and lift them off the
glass;
slightly open the windows;
cover the vehicle with a piece of
fabric or perforated plastic sheet. Do
not use compact plastic tarpaulins,
which prevent humidity from
evaporating from the surface of the
vehicle;
inflate tyres to +0.5 bar above the
standard specified pressure and check
it at intervals;
do not drain the engine cooling
system.
IMPORTANT If the vehicle is equipped
with an alarm system, switch off the
vehicle alarm with the remote control.
IMPORTANT After turning the ignition
key to STOP and having closed the
driver side door, wait at least one
minute before disconnecting the
electrical supply from the battery. When
reconnecting the electrical supply to
the battery, make sure that the ignition
key is in the STOP position and the
driver side door is closed.
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Dashboard fusebox
Protected device Fuse Ampere
Right dipped beam headlight F12 7.5
Left dipped headlight F13 7.5
Engine compartment control unit relay, dashboard control unit relay
(+key)F31 5
Lighting of roof lights in the passenger compartment (+battery) F32 7.5
Battery monitoring sensor for Start&Stop versions (+battery) F33 7.5
Minibus interior lights (emergency) F34 7.5
Radio, Climate control system, Alarm, Tachograph, Battery
disconnecting control unit, Timer Webasto timer (+battery), TPMS,
Current stabiliser for radio setup (S&S)F36 10
Brake lights control (main), Instrument panel (+key), Gateway (for
transformers)F37 7.5
Door lock (+battery) F38 20
Windscreen wiper (+key) F43 20
Driver's side electric window F47 20
Passenger side electric window F48 20
Parking sensor control unit, radio, steering wheel controls, central
control panel, left control panel, auxiliary panel, battery
disconnecting control unit (+key), Trailer hook, Rain sensor, Current
stabiliser (for S&S)F49 5
Climate control system, power steering control unit, reversing lights,
Tachograph (+key), TOM TOM setup, Lane Departure Warning, Rear
camera, Headlight alignment correctorF51 5
Instrument panel (+battery) F53 7.5
Not available F89 -
Left main beam headlight F90 7.5
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2.3 130/150 Multijet 2 - 130 Multijet 2 with AdBlue - 180 Multijet 2 Power versions
Protected device Fuse AmpereA: Engine compartment fusebox – B: Optional wiring module 1(*)
– C: Optional wiring module 2
Passenger compartment
ventilation with Webasto,
robotised gearbox pump
(+battery)F05 50
engine cooling high speed
fan (+battery)F06 40/60
Engine cooling low speed
fan (+battery)F07 40/50
Passenger compartment
fan (+key)F08 40
Rear power socket
(+battery)F09 15
Horn F10 15
Power socket (+battery) F14 15
Cigar lighter (+battery) F15 15
Air conditioning
compressorF19 7.5
Windscreen wiper F20 30
Auxiliary control panel for
mirror movement and
folding (+key)F24 7.5
Mirror demisting F30 15
(*) Only for 2.3 130/150 Multijet 2 versions
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2.3 150 ECOJET
Passenger compartment
ventilation with Webasto,
robotised gearbox pump
(+battery)F05 20
Engine cooling fan enable F06 20
Passenger compartment
fan (+key)F08 40
Rear power socket
(+battery)F09 15
Horn F10 15
Power socket (+battery) F14 15
Cigar lighter (+battery) F15 15
Air conditioning
compressorF19 7.5
Windscreen wiper F20 30
Auxiliary control panel for
mirror movement and
folding (+key)F24 7.5
Mirror demisting F30 15
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Protected device Fuse AmpereA: Engine compartment fusebox – B: Optional wiring module 1(*)
– C: Optional wiring module 2
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3.0 140 Natural Power versions
Passenger compartment
ventilation with Webasto,
robotised gearbox pump
(+battery)F05 50
Engine cooling high speed
fan (+battery)F06 40/60
Engine cooling low speed
fan (+battery)F07 40/50
Passenger compartment
fan (+key)F08 40
Rear power socket
(+battery)F09 15
Horn F10 15
Power socket (+battery) F14 15
Cigar lighter (+battery) F15 15
Air conditioning
compressorF19 7.5
Windscreen wiper F20 30
Auxiliary control panel for
mirror movement and
folding (+key)F24 7.5
Mirror demisting F30 15
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Protected device Fuse AmpereA: Engine compartment fusebox – B: Optional wiring module 1(*)
– C: Optional wiring module 2
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IMPORTANT After an accident,
remember to remove the key from the
ignition device to prevent the battery
from running down. If no fuel leaks
or damage to vehicle's electrical
devices (e.g. headlights) are detected
after the impact and the vehicle is
able to set off again, reactivate the
automatic fuel cut-off switch.
Restoring the fuel cut-off switch
Press button A fig. 202 to reactivate the
fuel cut off switch.
WARNING
174)If, after an impact, you smell fuel or
notice leaks from the fuel system, do
not reactivate the switch to avoid the risk
of fire.
175)Before reactivating the fuel cut-off
switch, carefully check for fuel leaks or
damage to the vehicle's electrical devices
(e.g. headlights).
TOWING THE
VEHICLE
176) 177) 178) 179) 180) 181) 182) 183) 184)
The vehicle is equipped with two rings
for attaching the tow hook.
The front ring is located in the tool box
beneath the passenger side seat. On
versions with Fix&Go kit and without
spare wheel, the tool box is available
only on request for versions/markets
where provided.
202F1A0086
203F1A0221
204F1A0222
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IN AN EMERGENCY
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USEFUL ADVICE FOR
EXTENDING THE LIFE OF
YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and
make it last longer, observe the
following instructions:
when you park the vehicle, ensure
that the doors, tailgate and bonnet are
closed properly, to prevent any roof
lights from remaining on inside the
passenger's compartment;
switch off all roof lights inside the
vehicle: the vehicle is however
equipped with a system which switches
all internal lights off automatically;
do not keep accessories (e.g. radio,
hazard warning lights, etc.) switched
on for a long time when the engine
is not running;
before carrying out any operation on
the electrical system, disconnect the
negative battery cable through the
suitable terminal;
completely tighten the battery
terminals.IMPORTANT After turning the ignition
key to STOP and having closed the
driver side door, wait at least one
minute before disconnecting the
electrical supply from the battery. When
reconnecting the electrical supply to
the battery, make sure that the ignition
key is in the STOP position and the
driver side door is closed.
IMPORTANT If the charge level remains
under 50% for a long time, the battery
is damaged by sulphation, reducing
its capacity and efficiency at start-up.
The battery will also be more at risk
of freezing (this can happen already at
-10°C).
Refer to the paragraph "Car inactivity"
in "Starting and driving" if the car is
left parked for a long time.If, after buying the vehicle, you want to
install electrical accessories which
require permanent electric supply
(alarm, etc.) or accessories that in any
case burden the electrical supply,
contact a Fiat Dealership, whose
qualified personnel, in addition
to suggesting the most suitable devices
from Lineaccessori MOPAR, will
evaluate the overall electrical
consumption, checking whether the
vehicle electrical system is capable of
withstanding the load required, or
whether it should be integrated with a
more powerful battery.
Since some of these devices continue
to consume electricity even when
the engine is off, they gradually run
down the battery.
IMPORTANT If a tachograph is fitted, if
the vehicle is parked for a long period
of 5 days, it is advisable to disconnect
the negative battery terminal to
maintain its charge.
If the vehicle is equipped with a battery
disconnection function (disconnector),
see the description of the procedure
in the "Controls" paragraph in the
"Dashboard and controls" section.
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