2018 FIAT FULLBACK Owner handbook (in English)

Indicator list
Situation Red lamp Green lamp Cause Solution
When setting
the ignition
switch or the
operation
mode to
“ON”Illuminates (for
approx.
10 seconds)Illuminates (for
approx.
10 seconds)The system check is in processWait for a while. The indicator lamps extinguish
when the system check is complete. If the red lamp
and/or the green lamp do not illuminate, there is a
possible failure in the system. In this case,
immediately have the system inspected at a Fiat
Dealership
After approx.
20 seconds
after setting
the ignition
switch or the
operation
mode to
“ON”Extinguishes Extinguishes The system works normally —
Illuminates ExtinguishesThere is a possible failure in the
system or the battery may be
exhaustedImmediately have the system inspected at a Fiat
Dealership
While the
emergency
call is
activatedExtinguishesBlinks (at a
0.5 second
interval)The system calls the emergency
call centre—
ExtinguishesBlinks (at a
2 second
interval)The system transmits the location
and vehicle information to the
emergency call centre—
Extinguishes IlluminatesA conversation with an operator of
the emergency call centre is
availableMutually confirm the details of the emergency call
with the operator of the emergency call centre. If the
green lamp does not extinguish even after the
emergency call ends, have the system inspected at
a Fiat Dealership
When the
emergency
call failedIlluminates (for
approx.
60 seconds)Extinguishes The emergency call failedMake an emergency call again, or directly arrange
an emergency vehicle or road service with the
nearest public telephone, etc.
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Test Mode
You can check if the system is in the
normal standby state by the following
process. Before operation, stop the
vehicle in a safe place, with good
visibility, where radio waves can be
transmitted and received.
Change to Test Mode
1 — When the ignition switch or the
operation mode is set to “OFF”, set the
ignition switch or the operation mode to
“ON” while pressing the SOS switch.
2 — After setting the ignition switch or
the operation mode to “ON”, perform
Steps 3 and 4 within 10 seconds.
3 — Release your finger from the SOS
switch.
4 — Press the SOS switch 3 or more
times.
5 — After approximately 10 seconds
from Step 2, the red lamp and the
green lamp extinguish. After that, the
buzzer sounds 3 times.
NOTE If the buzzer does not sound,
repeat the process from Step 1.
6 — Approximately 60 seconds later,
the green lamp blinks. If you press the
SOS switch within 20 seconds, the
mode changes to the test mode.NOTE When the red lamp blinks
instead of the green lamp, move the
vehicle in a safe place, with good
visibility, where radio waves can be
transmitted and received, then repeat
the process from Step 1.
Within approximately 20 seconds after
the mode is changed to the test mode,
press the SOS switch for one of the
following periods to select the desired
test type.
10 seconds or more: report test to
the emergency call centre
Less than 10 seconds: test of the
ERA-GLONASS system equipment of
the vehicle
NOTE
If you do not press the SOS switch
within approximately 20 seconds, the test
mode ends. If you drive a certain distance
in the test mode, the test mode ends.
Report test to the emergency call
centre
1 — The green lamp illuminates, and
the report test to the emergency call
centre is started.
NOTE If the red lamp illuminates for
approximately 60 seconds, the vehicle
is in a place where radio waves cannot
be transmitted and received. Therefore
you cannot report to the emergency call
centre.
2 — When the green lamp
extinguishes, the test mode is
completed.Test of the ERA-GLONASS system
equipment of the vehicle
1 — After the buzzer sounds once,
press the SOS switch.
Lamp Check: when the buzzer
sounds once and the red lamp and the
green lamp illuminate alternately, they
are working normally.
2 — When the lamps are normal, press
the SOS switch. When the lamps do
not illuminate normally, wait for
approximately 20 seconds.
Speaker Check: when the buzzer
sounds twice and continues sounding,
they are working normally
3 — When the speakers are normal,
press the SOS switch. When the buzzer
does not sound normally, wait for
approximately 20 seconds.
Microphone Check: after the buzzer
sounds 3 times, say something towards
the microphone. If your voice sounds
from the speakers, they are working
normally.
4 — When the microphone is normal,
press the SOS switch. When it does not
operate normally, wait for approximately
20 seconds.
5—
If all check results are normal, the
green lamp illuminates (for approximately
5 seconds) and the buzzer sounds once.
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6—When the green lamp extinguishes,
the test mode is completed.
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WARNING
263)In the country or area where is no
available emergency call centre of the
ERA-GLONASS, or where the radio wave
of emergency call cannot be transmitted or
received normally, the system does not
operate. In this case, directly arrange an
emergency vehicle or road service with a
cellular phone, etc.
264)If an emergency occurs and you feel a
smell of the fuel or a bad smell, do not stay
inside the vehicle and escape to a safe
place immediately.
265)While waiting for the rescue after the
emergency call, take action to prevent
secondary accidents such as a rear end
collision with the following vehicle, and
escape to a safe place.
266)In the following cases, directly arrange
an emergency vehicle or road service with
a cellular phone, etc. 1 - When the system
does not operate by failing because of
collision, etc. 2 - When the vehicle is in the
place where radio waves cannot be
transmitted and received (for example,
indoor, a basement parking area,
mountainous area, inside a tunnel, etc.). 3 -
When the line to the emergency call centre
is busy and the call is not reachable to the
emergency call centre.
267)Do not remove or install the above
parts. This can cause failure of contact or
equipment, and the system may not
operate normally.268)If the red lamp and/or the green lamp
do not illuminate after setting the ignition
switch or the operation mode to “ON”,
there is a possible failure in the system.
Have the system inspected by a Fiat
Dealership.
269)If the red lamp remains illuminated or
illuminates again after approximately
20 seconds has elapsed after setting the
ignition switch or the operation mode to
“ON”, there is a possible failure in the
system or the battery for exclusive use of
the ERA-GLONASS may be exhausted.
The battery life is approximately 3 years.
Have the system immediately inspected or
replace the battery by a Fiat Dealership.
270)When the system is not in the
standby state, the system does not
operate. When you drive, make sure to
check that the system is in the standby
state.
271)Before pressing the SOS switch, stop
the vehicle in a safe place. If you operate it
while driving, your attention to the
surrounding circumstances becomes
insufficient enough to cause an
unexpected accident.
272)If the red lamp illuminates as follows,
directly arrange an emergency vehicle or
road service with a cellular phone, etc. 1 -
When the red lamp remains illuminated
(there is a possible failure in the system). 2
- When the red lamp illuminates for
60 seconds (the vehicle may be in the
place where radio waves cannot be
transmitted and received).273)Do not replace the speakers. If they
are replaced, the buzzer sound or the voice
of the operator at the emergency call
centre may not be audible. If the speakers
need to be replaced due to a failure etc.
we recommend you to consult a Fiat
Dealership.
274)An error may occur between the
actual report point and the point reported
to the emergency call centre. Mutually
confirm the report point and the object
through the phone call with the operator of
the emergency call centre.
275)If any of the check results are not
normal, the red lamp illuminates (for
approximately 5 seconds) and the buzzer
sounds 3 times. In this case, there is a
possible failure in the system. Have the
system immediately inspected at a Fiat
Dealership.
IMPORTANT
164)Do not open the cover except when
you press the SOS switch. You may press
the SOS switch by mistake. In addition, if
the cover is opened while driving, the cover
can cause injury in case of emergency.
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IF THE VEHICLE
BREAKS DOWN
If the vehicle breaks down on the road,
move it to the shoulder and use the
hazard warning flashers and/or the
warning triangle etc. Refer to “Hazard
warning flasher switch”.
If the engine stops/fails
Vehicle operation and control are
affected if the engine stops. Before
moving the vehicle to a safe area, be
aware of the following:
The brake booster becomes
inoperative and the pedal effort will
increase. Press down the brake pedal
harder than usual.
Since the power steering system is
no longer operative, the steering wheel
feels heavy when turning it.
First-aid kit and warning triangle
securing bands*
A first-aid kit and a warning triangle can
be secured with the band(s) installed in
the illustrated position fig. 354.
Single cab, Double cab
The wall behind the seat is provided
with a band for securing a first-aid kit
and a warning triangle fig. 356.Club cab
A band for securing a first-aid kit is
installed under the floor on the
right-hand side of the rear seat fig. 355.
A band for securing a warning triangle
is installed left under the rear seat.
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IF THE OPERATION
MODE CANNOT BE
CHANGED TO OFF
(VEHICLES
EQUIPPED WITH THE
KEYLESS
OPERATION
SYSTEM)
If the operation mode cannot be
changed to OFF, perform the following
procedure.
Move the selector lever to the “P”
(PARK) position, and then change the
operation mode to OFF. (For vehicles
with A/T)
One of the other causes could be
low battery voltage. If this occurs, the
keyless entry system, keyless operation
function, and steering lock will also not
operate. Contact an authorised Fiat
dealership.
EMERGENCY
STARTING
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288) 289) 290) 291) 292)
If the engine cannot be started because
the battery is weak or dead, the battery
from another vehicle can be used with
jumper cables to start the engine.
1. Get the vehicles close enough so the
jumper cables can reach, but be sure
the vehicles aren’t touching each other.
2. Turn off all lamps, heater and other
electrical loads.
3. Set the parking brake firmly on each
vehicle. Put an automatic transmission
in “P” (PARK) or a manual transmission
in “N” (Neutral). Stop the engine.
4. Make sure battery electrolyte is at the
proper level. Refer to “Battery”.
5. Connect one end of one jumper
cable (1) to the positive (+) terminal of
the discharged battery (A), and the
other end (2) to the positive (+) terminal
of the booster battery (B).
Connect one end of the other jumper
cable to the negative (−) terminal of the
booster battery (B), and the other end
to the engine block of the vehicle with
the discharged battery at the point
farthest from the battery.
NOTE Open the terminal cover before
connecting the jumper cable to the
positive (+) terminal of the battery. Refer
to “Battery”.6. Start the engine in the vehicle which
has the booster battery, let the engine
idle a few minutes, then start the engine
in the vehicle with the discharged
battery.
NOTE For vehicles equipped with the
Start&Stop system, press the
“Start&Stop OFF” switch to deactivate
the Start&Stop system and prevent the
engine from automatically stopping
before the battery is sufficiently
charged. Refer to “To deactivate”.
7. After the engine is started,
disconnect the cables in the reverse
order and keep the engine running for
several minutes.
NOTE If the vehicle is put in motion
without fully charging the battery, it
might cause the loss of the smooth
engine operation and the antilock brake
warning lamp to illuminate. Refer to
“Anti-lock brake system (ABS)”.
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WARNING
276)To start the engine using jumper
cables from another vehicle, perform the
correct procedures according to the
instruction below. Incorrect procedures
could result in a fire or explosion or
damage to the vehicles.
277)Keep sparks, cigarettes and flames
away from the battery because the battery
may produce an explosion.
278)Do not attempt to start the engine by
pulling or pushing the vehicle. It could
damage your vehicle.
279)Check the other vehicle. It must have
a 12-volt battery. If the other system isn’t
12-volt, shorting can damage both
vehicles.
280)Use the proper cables suitable for the
battery size to prevent overheating of the
cables.
281)Check the jumper cables for damage
and corrosion before use.
282)Always wear protective eye goggles
when working near the battery.
283)Keep the battery out of the reach of
children.
284)Turn off the ignition on both vehicles
beforehand. Make sure that the cables or
your clothes cannot be caught by the fan
or drive belt. Personal injury could result.
285)If electrolyte fluid is not visible, or
appears to be frozen, Do Not Attempt
Jump Starting! A battery might rupture or
explode if the temperature is below the
freezing point or if it is not filled to the
proper level.286)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.
287)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.
288)When connecting the jumper cables,
do not connect the positive (+) cable to the
negative (−) terminal. Otherwise sparks
might cause explosion of the battery.
289)Use care not to get the jumper cable
caught in the cooling fan or other rotating
part in the engine compartment.
290)Keep the engine of the vehicle giving
assistance running.
291)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.
292)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.
293) 294) 295)
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.
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A. Radiator cap
B. Cooling fan
C. Reserve tank
296)
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).
297)
165)
6. Examine the radiator hoses for
coolant leakage and the drive belt for
looseness or damage. If there is
anything wrong with the cooling system
or drive belt, we recommend you to
have it checked and repaired.
WARNING
293)Do not open the bonnet while steam
is coming from the engine compartment. It
could cause steam or hot water to spurt
out, causing burns. Hot water could spurt
out even when there is no steam coming
out, and some parts will be very hot. Be
very careful when opening the bonnet.
294)Be careful of hot steam, which could
be blowing off the reserve tank cap.
295)Do not attempt to remove the radiator
cap while the engine is hot.
296)Be careful not to get your hands or
clothes caught in the cooling fan.
297)Make sure that the engine has cooled
down before removing the radiator cap (A),
because hot steam or boiling water
otherwise will gush from the filler port and
may scald you.
IMPORTANT
165)Do not add coolant while the engine is
hot. Suddenly adding cold coolant could
damage the engine. Wait for the engine to
cool down, then add coolant a little at a
time.
BLEEDING THE FUEL
SYSTEM
The fuel system should be bled to
remove air as described below if the
fuel supply is exhausted during travel.
Pump the hand pump (A) at the top of
the fuel filter until the hand pump
becomes stiff.
Then try again to start the engine. If the
engine does not start, repeat the
process above.
298) 299)
WARNING
298)Do not smoke or have any other open
flame near the vehicle while bleeding the
fuel system.
299)Be sure to carefully clean away any
spilt fuel which could ignite and cause a
fire.
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REMOVAL OF WATER
FROM THE FUEL
FILTER
(Diesel-powered vehicles)
If the fuel filter indicator lamp in the
instrument panel illuminates during
driving, it indicates that water has
accumulated in the fuel filter. If this
occurs, remove the water as described
below.
1. Loosen the drain plug (A) of the fuel
filter.
2. Operate the hand pump (B) slowly
6 or 7 times in order to force the water
out through the drain plug (A).3. Tighten the drain plug (A) when water
no longer comes out.
4. Bleed the air in the fuel system. Refer
to “Bleeding the fuel system”.
5. Check to be sure that the fuel filter
indicator lamp illuminates when the
ignition switch is turned to “ON” or the
operation mode is put in ON, and that it
goes off when the engine is started. If in
doubt, consult your nearest Authorised
Fiat Dealership
300) 301)
WARNING
300)Do not smoke or have any other open
flame near the vehicle while bleeding the
fuel system.
301)Be sure to carefully clean away any
water drained out because any fuel mixed
with the water could ignite and cause a fire.
TOOLS, JACK AND
JACK HANDLE
Storage
The storage location of the tools, jack
and jack handle should be remembered
in case of an emergency.
Single cab
Type 1
A — Tool (wheel nut wrench)
B — Jack handle
C — Jack
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