2018 FIAT FULLBACK Owner handbook (in English)

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL AIR CONDITIONER
(where provided)
The air conditioner can only be used while the engine is running.
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Automatic climate control system
1. Temperature control switch 2. Air conditioning switch 3. MODE switch 4. Blower speed selection switch 5. Air selection
switch 6. Demister switch 7. AUTO switch 8. Rear window demister switch 9. OFF switch 10. Temperature display 11. Air
conditioning indicator 12. Mode selection display 13. Blower speed display
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Automatic dual-zone climate control system
1. Driver’s side temperature control switch (LHD vehicles) — Passenger’s side temperature control switch (RHD vehicles) 2. Air
conditioning switch 3. Blower speed selection switch 4. MODE switch 5. Passenger’s side temperature control switch (LHD
vehicles) — Driver’s side temperature control switch (RHD vehicles) 6. Air selection switch 7. Demister switch 8. AUTO switch
9. Rear window demister switch 10. OFF switch 11. Driver’s side temperature display (LHD vehicles) — Passenger’s side
temperature display (RHD vehicles) 12. DUAL indicator 13. Mode selection display 14. Passenger’s side temperature display
(LHD vehicles) — Driver’s side temperature display (RHD vehicles) 15. Air conditioning indicator 16. Blower speed display
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NOTE There is an interior air
temperature sensor (A) in the illustrated
position. Never place anything on top of
the sensor, since doing so will prevent it
from functioning properly.
NOTE In extreme cold, the air
conditioning control panel screen may
operate sluggishly. This does not
indicate a problem. It will disappear
when the vehicle interior temperature
rises to a normal temperature.
Blower speed selection switch
Press
of the blower speed
selection switch to increase the blower
speed.
Press
of the blower speed
selection switch to decrease the blower
speed. The selected blower speed will
be shown in the display (A).Air conditioning control panel —
Standard mode
Air conditioning control panel —
Dual zone
1 — Increase
2 — DecreaseTemperature control switch
Press
orof the temperature
control switch to the desired
temperature.
The selected temperature will be shown
in the display (A).
NOTE The temperature value of air
conditioner is switched in conjunction
with outside temperature display unit of
the multi information display. Refer to
“Changing the temperature unit”.
NOTE While the engine coolant
temperature is low, the temperature of
the air from the heater will be cool/cold
until the engine warms up, even if you
have selected warm air with the switch.
To prevent the windscreen and
windows from fogging up, the ventilator
mode will be changed to “
” and
the blower speed will be reduced while
the system is operating in the AUTO
mode.
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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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Customising the air selection
Functions can be changed as desired,
as stated below.
Enable automatic air control — When
the AUTO switch is pressed, the air
selection switch is also controlled
automatically.
Disable automatic air control — Even
when the AUTO switch is pressed, the
air selection switch is not controlled
automatically.
Setting change method — Hold
down the air selection switch for
approximately 10 seconds or more.
1. When the setting is changed from
enable to disable 3 sounds are emitted
and the indicator lamp flashes 3 times.
2. When the setting is changed from
disable to enable 2 sounds are emitted
and the indicator lamp flashes 3 times.
NOTE The factory setting is “Enable
automatic air control”.
When the demister switch is pressed, in
order to prevent misting of the windows
the ventilator automatically switches to
outside air even if “Disable automatic air
control” is set.
AUTO switch
When the AUTO switch is pressed, the
indicator lamp (A) comes on and the
mode selection, blower speed
adjustment, recirculated/outside air
selection, temperature adjustment, and
air conditioner ON/OFF status are all
controlled automatically.Air conditioning switch
Press the switch to turn the air
conditioner on, the
indicator will be
shown in the display (A).
Press the switch again to switch it off.Customising the air conditioning
switch
Functions can be changed as desired,
as stated below.
Enable automatic air conditioning
control — When the AUTO switch is
pressed, or the temperature control
switch is set to the minimum
temperature, the air conditioning switch
is controlled automatically.
Disable automatic air conditioning
control — The air conditioning switch is
not controlled automatically as long as
the air conditioning switch is not
operated.
Setting change method — Hold
down the air conditioning switch for
approximately 10 seconds or more.
1. When the setting is changed from
enable to disable 3 sounds are emitted
and the
indicator flashes 3 times.
2. When the setting is changed from
disable to enable 2 sounds are emitted
and the
indicator flashes 3 times.
NOTE The factory setting is “Enable
automatic air conditioning control”.
NOTE When the demister switch is
pressed, in order to prevent misting of
the windows the air conditioner
operates automatically even if “Disable
automatic air conditioning control” is
set.
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OFF switch
Press the switch to turn off the air
conditioning system.
MODE switch
Each time the MODE switch is pressed,
the mode changes to the next one in
the following sequence:
>>>>. The selected mode is shown
in the display (A) (refer to “Mode
selection”).Demister switch
When this switch is pressed, the mode
changes to the
mode. The
indicator lamp (A) will come on. The
selected mode is shown in the display
(B) (refer to “Mode selection").
NOTE When the demister switch is
pressed, the air conditioning system
automatically operates and outside air
(as opposed to recirculated air) is
selected. This automatic switching
control is carried out to prevent misting
of the windows even if “Disable
automatic air conditioning control” or
“Disable automatic air control” is set
(refer to “Customising the air
conditioning switch” and “Customising
the air selection”).Operating the system in automatic
mode
In normal conditions, use the system in
the AUTO mode and follow these
procedures:
1. Press the AUTO switch.
2. Set the temperature control switch to
the desired temperature.
The mode selection, blower speed
adjustment, recirculated/outside air
selection, temperature adjustment, and
air conditioner ON/OFF status are all
controlled automatically.
NOTE If the blower speed selection
switch, air conditioning switch, Mode
switch, or air selection switch is
operated while the system is operating
in the AUTO mode, the activated
function overrides the corresponding
function of automatic control. All other
functions remain under automatic
control.
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Operating the system in manual mode
Blower speed and ventilator mode may
be controlled manually by setting the
blower speed selection switch and the
MODE switch to the desired positions.
To return to automatic operation, press
the AUTO switch.
Demisting of the windscreen and
door windows
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For ordinary demisting1. Set the air selection switch to the
outside position.
2. Set the MODE switch to the
position.
3. Select your desired blower speed by
pressing the blower speed selection
switch.
4. Select your desired temperature by
pressing the temperature control
switch.
5. Press the air conditioning switch.
For quick demisting1. Press the demister switch to change
to the
position.
2. Set the blower to the maximum
speed.
3. Set the temperature to the highest
position.
NOTE To demist effectively, direct the
air flow from the side ventilators
towards the door windows.
Do not set the temperature to the max.
cool position. Cool air will blow against
the window glasses and prevent
demisting.
For vehicles with the Start&Stop
system, if the demister switch is
pressed, the Start&Stop system will not
operate and the engine will not stop
automatically even if the vehicle is
stopped. This is to ensure that good
visibility is maintained.
IMPORTANT OPERATION
TIPS FOR THE AIR
CONDITIONING
Park the vehicle in the shade.
Parking in the hot sun will make the
vehicle inside extremely hot, and it will
require more time to cool the interior. If
it is necessary to park in the sun, open
the windows for the first few minutes of
air conditioning operation to expel the
hot air.
Close the windows when the air
conditioning is in use. The entry of
outside air through open windows will
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reduce the cooling efficiency.
Too much cooling is not good for the
health. The inside air temperature
should only be 5 to 6 °C below the
outside air temperature.
When operating the system, make
sure the air intake, which is located in
front of the windscreen, is free of
obstructions such as leaves and snow.
Leaves collected in the air-intake
plenum may reduce air flow and plug
the plenum water drains.
Air conditioning system refrigerant
recommendations
If the air conditioning seems less
effective than usual, the cause might be
a refrigerant leak. We recommend you
to have the system inspected.
The air conditioning system in your
vehicle must be charged with the
refrigerant HFC-134a (R134a).
Use of any other refrigerant or lubricant
will cause severe damage which will
result in the need to replace your
vehicle’s entire air conditioning system.
The release of refrigerant into the
atmosphere should be prevented.
It is recommended that the refrigerant
be recovered and recycled for further
use.
During a long period of disuse
The air conditioning should be operated
for at least five minutes each week,
even in cold weather. This is to preventpoor lubrication of the compressor
internal parts and to maintain the air
conditioning in the best operating
condition.PASSENGER
COMPARTMENT AIR
CLEANER / POLLEN
FILTER
An air filter has been incorporated into
this air conditioner so that dirt and dust
are cleaned from the air.
Replace the air filter periodically as its
ability to clean the air will be reduced as
it collects pollen and dirt.
NOTE Operation in certain conditions
such as driving on a dusty road and
frequent use of the air conditioner can
lead to reduction of service life of the
filter. When you feel that the airflow is
lower than normal or when the
windscreen or windows start to fog up
easily, replace the air filter. We
recommend you to have it checked.
REAR WINDOW
DEMISTER SWITCH
(where provided)
The rear window demister switch can
be operated when the engine is
running. Push the switch to turn on the
rear window demister. It will be turned
off automatically in about 20 minutes.
To turn off the demister within about
20 minutes, push the switch again. The
indicator lamp (A) will illuminate while
the demister is on.Manual type
Automatic type
NOTE On vehicles equipped with
heated mirrors, when the rear window
demister switch is pressed, the outside
rear-view mirrors are defogged or
defrosted. Refer to “Heated mirror”.
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