STARTING AND DRIVING
Let’s get to the core of the vehicle:
seeing how you can exploit all of its
potential to the full.
We’ll look at how to drive it safely in any
situation, so that it can be a welcome
companion, with our comfort and
our wallets in mind.STARTING THE ENGINE ................. 92
HANDBRAKE .................................. 93
WHEN PARKED .............................. 94
USING THE MANUAL
TRANSMISSION ............................. 95
“COMFORT-MATIC”
TRANSMISSION ............................. 96
CRUISE CONTROL (CONSTANT
SPEED REGULATOR) ..................... 97
SPEED BLOCK ............................... 99
PARKING SENSORS....................... 99
START&STOP SYSTEM ..................100
REFUELLING THE VEHICLE ...........102
TOWING TRAILERS ........................105
91
SPEED BLOCK
(for 1.3 MultiJet versions with manual
transmission)
The vehicle is equipped with a speed
limitation function that can be set on
the user's request to one of four default
values. 90, 100, 110, 130 km/h.
To activate/deactivate this function,
contact a Fiat Dealership.
Following the operation, a sticker fig.
110 will be applied to the windscreen
showing the top speed setting.
IMPORTANT The speedometer could
indicate a higher maximum speed than
the effective one, set by the Dealership,
in accordance with the regulations in
force.
PARKING SENSORS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
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31)
These are located in the rear bumper
fig. 111 and their function is to inform
the driver, through an intermittent
beeping noise, about the presence of
obstacles behind the vehicle.
ACTIVATION/
DEACTIVATION
The sensors are automatically activated
when reverse gear is engaged.
The buzzer becomes more frequent as
the obstacle behind the vehicle gets
closer to the bumper.OPERATION WITH A
TRAILER
The operation of the sensors is
automatically deactivated when the
plug for the electric cable for the trailer
is inserted in the vehicle tow hook
socket.
The sensors are automatically
reactivated when the trailer's cable plug
is removed.
IMPORTANT If you wish to leave the
tow hook fitted without towing a trailer,
it is advisable to contact a Fiat
Dealership for the relevant system
update operations because the tow
hook could be detected as an obstacle
by the central sensors.
IMPORTANT NOTES
During parking manoeuvres, pay the
utmost attention to any obstacles that
could be located above or below the
sensors.
Sometimes, objects located very
near the rear of the vehicle are not
detected and could therefore damage
the vehicle or be damaged themselves.
The signals sent out by the sensors
can be altered by dirt, snow or ice
deposited on the sensors or by
ultrasound systems (e.g. truck
pneumatic brakes or pneumatic drills)
near the vehicle.110F0T0330
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The parking sensors work properly
with the swing doors closed. If they are
open, they can cause the system to
send false signals: always close the rear
doors.
Also, do not apply stickers to the
sensors.
The following conditions may influence
the performance of the parking
assistance system:
Reduced sensor sensitivity and a
reduction in the parking assistance
system performance could be due to
the presence on the surface of the
sensor of: ice, snow, mud, thick paint.
The sensor may detect a non-
existent obstacle (echo noise) due to
mechanical noises, for example when
washing the vehicle, in case of rain,
strong wind, hail.
The warnings sent by the sensor
can also be altered by the presence of
ultrasonic systems (e.g. pneumatic
brakes of trucks or pneumatic drills)
near the car.
Detection of obstacles in the upper
part of the vehicle (particularly in the
case of vans or chassis cabs) may not
be guaranteed because the system
detects obstacles that could strike the
lower part of the vehicle.
WARNING
99)Parking manoeuvres, however, are
always the driver’s responsibility. While
carrying out these manoeuvres, always
make sure that no people (especially
children) or animals are in the area
concerned. Parking sensors are designed
to assist drivers; however, you must always
concentrate fully during potentially
dangerous manoeuvres, even if carried out
at low speeds.
WARNING
31)The sensor must be free of mud, dirt,
snow or ice in order for the system to
work. Be careful not to scratch or damage
the sensors while cleaning them. Avoid
using dry, rough or hard cloths. The
sensors should be washed using clean
water with the addition of car shampoo if
necessary. When using special washing
equipment such as high pressure jets
or steam cleaning, clean the sensors very
quickly keeping the jet more than 10 cm
away.
START&STOP
SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
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IN BRIEF
The Start&Stop device automatically
stops the engine each 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.
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STARTING AND DRIVING
Versions with Comfort-matic
transmission
With the vehicle stationary and the
brake pedal pressed, the engine stops
if the gear lever is in 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 (+), (-)or
Rand the engine restarts.MANUAL ACTIVATION
AND DEACTIVATION
The device can be turned on/off by
means of the button shown in fig. 112
on the dashboard. When the function is
not active, the button LED is on. In
addition, on some versions, additional
information concerning the deactivation
or activation of the Start&Stop system
is given through a message on the
display.
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 fig.
113 flashing and, where provided, by a
message in the display.VEHICLE INACTIVITY
In the event of vehicle inactivity, special
attention must be paid to the
disconnection of the battery power
supply. Proceed as follows: detach the
connector A fig. 114 (by pressing
button B) from battery status
monitoring sensor C installed on the
negative battery pole D. This sensor
should never be disconnected from the
pole except if the battery is replaced.
IMPORTANT After turning the ignition
key to STOP, wait at least 1 minute
before disconnecting the electrical
supply to the battery.
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PROTECTED DEVICE - fig. 163 FUSE AMPERE
COMFORT-MATIC transmission control unit and gear selector lever (+ ignition power
supply)F16 7.5
Air conditioning compressorF19 7.5
Heated rear window, mirror defrosters F20 30
Fuel pumpF21 15
Fog lightsF08 15
COMFORT-MATIC pump power supply (+ battery) F82 30
COMFORT-MATIC transmission control unit (+ battery power supply) F84 15
Cigar lighter/Passenger compartment socket/Heated seats/USB APO F85 30
IBS battery charge sensor for Start&Stop system (1.3 Multijet Euro 6 with Start&Stop) F87 5
123
PROTECTED DEVICE - fig. 165 FUSE AMPERE
Dipped headlight (passenger side)
F12(*)7.5
Dipped headlight (driver side)/Headlight alignment corrector F13
7.5 / 5
(*)
INT/A SCM relay coilsF31 5
Timed interior lighting
F32
(*)7.5
Radio
Bluetooth®system node/Blue&Me™node/EOBD diagnostic socket/Volumetric
alarm ECU/Alarm siren ECUF36 10
Instrument panel node/Stop light control (NO) F37 5
Door/luggage compartment lock actuators
(*)F38 20
Windscreen washer/rear window washer bidirectional pump F43 15
Front electric window (driver side)
(*)F47 20
Front electric window (passenger side)
(*)F48 20
Controls lighting/Parking sensors ECU/Electric wing mirrors control/Volumetric alarm ECU F49 5
INT Radio node/
Bluetooth®system ECU/Blue&Me™node/Electric wing mirrors
movement/Clutch switch/
Brake light control (NC)F51 7.5
Instrument panel nodeF53 5
Door mirror defrostersF41 7.5
AvailableF45 -
AvailableF46 -
AvailableF90 -
AvailableF91 -
AvailableF92 -
AvailableF93 -
(*)For versions/markets, where provided
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with Start&Stop system: fig. 172
(for versions/markets, where provided)
disconnect the quick release
negative terminal A from the dummy
negative terminal B; this is because
a battery status monitoring sensor IBS
D is fitted on the negative battery
terminal C and should never be
disconnected except for when the
battery is actually replaced;
connect the positive cable of the
charger to the positive pole E of the
battery and the negative cable to the
dummy negative terminal B;
turn on the battery charger;
when you have recharged, turn the
charger off before disconnecting it from
the battery;
after disconnecting the charger,
reconnect the negative quick release
negative terminal A from the dummy
pole B.with Start&Stop (RADSOK) system:
fig. 173
(for versions/markets, where provided)
disconnect the connector A (by
pressing button B) from IBS sensor C
for monitoring the status of the battery
installed on the negative pole D of
the battery itself;
connect the positive cable to the
positive battery terminal E and the
negative terminal to the IBS sensor F as
shown in fig. 173;
turn on the battery charger;
switch the charger off after
recharging;
after having disconnected the
charger, reconnect connector A to IBS
sensor C as shown in fig. 173.
IMPORTANT The cables of the
electrical system must be correctly
reconnected to the battery, i.e. the
positive cable (+) to the positiveterminal and the negative cable (–) to
the negative terminal. The battery
terminals are marked with the positive
(+) and negative (–) symbols, and are
shown on the battery cover. The battery
terminals must also be corrosion-free
and firmly secured to the terminals. If a
"quick-type" battery charger is used
with the battery fitted on the car,
disconnect both battery leads before
connecting it. Do not use a "quick-type"
battery charger to provide the starting
voltage.
144) 145)
WARNING
144)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.
145)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.
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SERVICING AND CARE
Front light clusters (bulb
replacement)....................116
Fuel consumption..................167
Fuel cut-off system.................128
Fuel tank cap......................103
Fuses (replacement) . . . . . .120
Gear lever..........................95
Handbrake.........................93
Handbrake lever....................93
Hazard warning lights..............107
Headrests
Front ............................18
Rear............................18
Heating and ventilation..............26
Hill Holder (system)..................68
I
starting.........................11
Steering lock....................11
Inflation pressure...................155
Instrument panel....................38
Isofix child restraint systems
(setup)...........................81
Arrangement possibilities for
child restraint system on seats
of vehicle........................82
Isofix child seat assembly setup......81
iTPMS..............................70
Jack..............................107
Jump starting......................127
Keys
Key with remote control...........9
Mechanical key...................9
Ordering additional remote
controls.........................10
Lifting the vehicle..................147
Light bulbs
Bulb types.....................114
Luggage compartment
Extending the boot..............32
Removing the parcel shelf........32
Removing the rear seat..........32
Repositioning the rear seat.......32
Luggage compartment
Emergency opening.............31
Main beam headlights..............21
Maintenance and care - regular
checks..........................139
Maintenance and care -
Scheduled Servicing.............131
Maintenance and care -
scheduled servicing plan.........132
Manual climate control system.......26
Manually deactivating the front
airbag and side bag...............85
Marcatura autotelaio...............150
Marcatura motore..................151
Marcature bombole................151
MSR system........................69Multifunction display
Control buttons..................43
Setup menu.....................44
Standard screen.................43
Number plate lights................118
Number plate lights (bulb
replacement)....................118
Official type approvals.............181
On-board instruments...............38
Ordering additional remote
controls..........................10
Parcel shelf.........................32
Parking lights.......................21
Parking sensors.....................99
Partitions...........................29
Securing the load................31
Passenger compartment fuse
box table........................126
Passenger compartment fuses......124
Performance.......................159
Power steering fluid................144
Pre-tensioners......................75
Prescriptions for vehicle at end
of life...........................169
pressure restoring..................112
Procedure for diesel versions.........92
Procedure for petrol versions.........92
Radio.............................171
Rear ceiling light...................119
Rear fog lights.......................22
dentification data
Ignition device................. 150... .......