2018 FIAT PANDA ignition

IMPORTANT During parking
manoeuvres requiring a lot of steering,
the steering may become harder; this is
normal and is due to the intervention
of the system to protect the electric
steering motor from overheating so no
intervention is required. When the
vehicle is used again later on,
the power steering will work normally.
WARNING
123)It is absolutely forbidden to carry out
any after-market operation involving
steering system or steering column
modifications (e.g. installation of anti-theft
device) that could adversely affect
performance and safety, invalidate the
warranty and also result in non-compliance
of the vehicle with type-approval
requirements.124)Before servicing the vehicle, switch off
the engine and remove the key from the
ignition switch to activate the steering lock.
This is especially important when the
vehicle wheels are not touching the
ground. If this is not possible (for example if
the key needs to be turned to MAR or the
engine must be running), remove the
main fuse that protects the electric power
steering.
ECO FUNCTION
(for versions/markets, where provided)
To activate the function press the ECO
button fig. 86.
When the ECO function is active, the
vehicle is set for a driving style
characterised by reduced fuel
consumption. When the function is on,
the corresponding LED on the button
lights.
This function is stored, so when the
vehicle is started again, the system
keeps the setting it had before the
engine was stopped. Press the ECO
button again to deactivate the function
and restore the normal driving setting.
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START&STOP
SYSTEM
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The Start&Stop system automatically
stops the engine when the vehicle
is stationary and starts it again when
the driver wants to move off. This
reduces consumption, the emission of
harmful gases and noise pollution.
OPERATING MODE
Engine stopping mode: with the
vehicle stopped, the engine stops with
gearbox in neutral and clutch pedal
released.
NOTE The engine can only be stopped
automatically after exceeding a speed
of about 10 km/h, to prevent the engine
from being repeatedly stopped when
driving at walking pace.
Restarting the engine: press the
clutch pedal to restart the engine.MANUAL SYSTEM
ACTIVATION/
DEACTIVATION
To activate/deactivate the system
manually, press the
fig. 87 button on
the dashboard control panel.
LED off: system deactivated.
LED on: system deactivated.
WARNING
125)If the battery needs to be replaced,
always contact a Fiat Dealership. Replace
the battery with one of the same type
(HEAVY DUTY) and with the same
specifications.126)Before opening the bonnet, make
sure the engine is off and the ignition key is
in the STOP position. Please follow the
instructions on the decal near the front
crossmember. We recommend that you
remove the key from the ignition if other
people remain in the vehicle. Exit from the
vehicle only after having removed the
ignition key or having rotated it to
the STOP position. During refuelling, make
sure that the engine is off and that the
ignition key is in the STOP position.
WARNING
46)If the climate comfort is to be favoured,
the Start&Stop system can be deactivated,
for a continuous operation of the climate
control system.
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STARTING AND DRIVING

after refuelling, before removing the
dispenser, wait for at least 10 seconds
in order for the fuel to flow inside the
tank;
then remove the dispenser from the
filler and close flap A.Emergency refuelling
Proceed as follows:
open the boot and take the adapter
B fig. 90 located in the tool box
(versions equipped with space-saver
wheel - for versions/markets, where
provided) or in the Fix&Go container
(versions equipped with Fix&Go);
open flap A, pulling it outwards;
introduce the adapter B in the filler
and refuel;
after refuelling, remove the adapter
and close the flap, then reintroduce the
adapter in its casing and put it back
in the boot.
LPG versions
To access the LPG filler, open the
access flap A fig. 91 and undo the cap
B.
Observe the following precautions
during the refuelling operation:
switch off the engine;
apply the handbrake;
turn the ignition key to STOP;
do not smoke;
hand the special adapter A fig. 92
over to the qualified LPG refuelling
personnel.
IMPORTANT Depending on the country,
there are various types of adapters for
LPG refuelling pumps. Filler adapter,
supplied with the vehicle and located in
a special case, is specifically designed
for the country in which the vehicle is
sold. If you are in a different country,
find out what type of adaptor is used
there.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSEBOX
fig. 111
USERSFUSE AMPERE
Body Computer node F01 60
Passenger compartment fan F08 40
Front fog lights F09 15
HornsF10 15
Main beam headlights F14 15
Heated windscreen F15 70
Air conditioning compressor F19 7.5
Front power socket (with or without cigar lighter) F20 15
Fuel pump F21 15
Blow-byF30 5
+15
(*) reversing lightsF87 5
Mirror demisting F88 7.5
Heated rear window F89 30
Battery charge status sensor F90 5
(*)+15 = ignition-operated positive pole
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DASHBOARD FUSEBOX
fig. 112
USERSFUSE AMPERE
+15(*) headlight alignment correctorF13 5
+15
(*) Ignition-operated control with inhibition during
engine startingF31 5
+30
(**)F36 10
+15
(*) brake pedal switch (NO)F37 7.5
Central door locking F38 20
Two-way windscreen washer pump F43 20
Front electric window (driver side) F47 20
Front electric window (passenger side) F48 20
+15
(*)F49 7.5
+15
(*)F50 7.5
+15
(*)F51 5
+30
(**)F53 7.5
(*)+15 = ignition-operated positive pole
(**)+30 = battery direct positive pole (not ignition-operated)
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WARNING
137)If the replaced fuse blows again,
contact a Fiat Dealership.
138)Never replace a fuse with metal wires
or other material.
139)Never replace a fuse with another
with a higher amp rating; DANGER OF
FIRE.
140)If a general fuse (MEGA-FUSE,
MIDI-FUSE, MAXI-FUSE) blows contact a
Fiat Dealership.
141)Before replacing a fuse, make sure
that the ignition key has been removed and
that all the other services are switched off
and/or disengaged.
142)Contact Fiat Dealership if a safety
system (airbags, brakes), engine system
(engine, gearbox) or steering system
general protection fuse blows.
WARNING
52)If you need to wash the engine
compartment, take care not to directly hit
the fuse box and the window wiper motors
with the water jet.
REPLACING A
WHEEL
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JACK
Please note that:
the jack weight is 1.76 kg;
the jack requires no adjustment;
the jack cannot be repaired and in
the event of a fault it must be replaced
by another genuine one;
no tool other than its cranking
device may be fitted on the jack.
Jack maintenance
prevent any dirt from depositing on
the "worm screw";
keep the "worm screw" lubricated;
never modify the jack.
Conditions in which not to use the
jack
temperature below -40°C
on sandy or muddy ground
on uneven ground
on steep roads
in extreme weather conditions:
thunderstorms, typhoons, hurricanes,
blizzards, storms, etc.
in direct contact with the engine or
to carry out repairs under the vehicle
on boats.
CHANGING PROCEDURE
Proceed as follows:
stop the car in a position that is not
dangerous for oncoming traffic where
you can change the wheel safely. The
ground must be flat and sufficiently
compact;
switch off the engine, pull up the
handbrake and engage the 1stgear or
reverse. Wear the reflective safety
jacket (compulsory by law) before
getting out of the vehicle;
open the boot and lift up the mat A
fig. 113;
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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.
If the warning light
remains on
continuously on the instrument panel,
contact the Fiat Dealership immediately.
IMPORTANT NOTES
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
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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 car;
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 car 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 car engine
with flat battery) far 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
car with flat battery.
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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 car 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;
disconnect one end of the cable
used for positive (+) from the positive
terminal (+) of the car with flat battery.
If it is often necessary to perform a
jump starting, have the car 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
151)This starting procedure must be
performed by expert personnel because
incorrect actions could cause electrical
discharge of considerable intensity.
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.
152)Remove any metal objects (e.g. rings,
watches, bracelets), that might cause an
accidental electrical contact and cause
serious injury.
WARNING
56)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.
57)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
153)
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;
turning on the lights inside the car;
the switching on of the hazard
warning lights.
NOTE Carefully check the vehicle for
fuel leaks, for instance in the engine
compartment, under the vehicle 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
vehicle, 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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