to mechanically release the rear flap,
using a screwdriver or the metal key
insert, operate the lever in the point
indicated in fig. 45 and release the lock.
For versions with fixed rear seat
backrests:
pull the cable located on the left side
below the rear seat cushion in fig. 46.
CLOSING
To close the rear flap, lower it onto the
lock until you hear it click.
IMPORTANT Before closing the rear
flap make sure that you have the keys,
since the rear flap is automatically
locked.
INITIALISATION
IMPORTANT If the battery is
disconnected or the protective fuse
blows, the rear flap opening/closing
mechanism must be reinitialised as
follows:
close all the doors and the rear flap;
press the"FIAT" button on the
remote control;
press thebutton on the remote
control.
REAR POWER SOCKET(where provided)
This is located on the left-hand side of
the boot. This operation is possible only
with the key turned to MAR.
WARNING
30)Be careful not to hit objects on the
storage shelf when you open the rear boot
flap.
IMPORTANT
9)The dimensions of the platform permit a
maximum distributed weight capacity of
50 kg: do not load objects with a greater
weight.
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VERSION WITH LPG
SYSTEM
(where provided)
31) 32)
10) 11) 12) 13)
INTRODUCTION
The LPG version features two fuel
supply systems: one for petrol and one
for LPG.
PASSIVE SAFETY/ACTIVE
SAFETY
Passive safety
The car has the same passive safety
specifications as other versions. In
particular, the mountings of the tank
(located in the space-saver wheel
housing) have been designed to comply
with the Fiat safety standards for impact
tests.
When running on LPG, the flow of gas
(in a liquid state) leaving the tank
passes through the specific piping to
the pressure regulator unit, where there
is a safety solenoid valve that stops the
flow of LPG when the ignition key is
removed or when the driver selects a
fuel change (decision to run on petrol).Together with the regulator solenoid
valve, a second solenoid valve, in the
tank, closes the LPG piping at the tank
outlet.
The two solenoid valves are connected
to the fuel cut-off system (Fire
Protection System).
The LPG tank complies with the current
legal regulations of the countries where
the car is sold.
Active safety
The car has the same active safety
specifications as other versions.
Although the LPG system has
numerous safety features, it is advisable
to proceed as follows every time the
vehicle is not in use for a long period or
moved in an emergency as a result of a
breakdown or accident:
unscrew the fixing devices 1 fig. 47,
then remove the cover 2;
close the LPG cock rotating the ring
1 fig. 48 clockwise;
refit the cover and retighten the
fastening devices.IMPORTANT If gas is smelt, switch from
LPG operation to petrol operation and
immediately go to the Fiat Dealership to
have the vehicle checked and possible
system faults excluded.
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KNOWING YOUR CAR
After a test of a few seconds, the LED
will indicate the status of the passenger
airbag protection.
Passenger's protection active: the
LED is off.
Passenger protection deactivated:
the
LED switches on with a steady
light.
The LED may light up with a various
intensity depending on the vehicle
conditions. The intensity may vary
during the same key cycle.
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SAFETY
37)When the engine is switched off never
leave the ignition device in the MAR
position to prevent useless current
absorption from draining the battery.
38)A quick burst on the accelerator before
turning off the engine serves absolutely no
practical purpose; it wastes fuel and is
especially damaging to turbocharged
engines.
39)Warning light
will flash after starting
or during prolonged cranking to indicate a
fault with the glow plug heating system. If
the engine starts, the vehicle can be used
as normal, but a Fiat Dealership must be
contacted as soon as possible.
PARKING THE
VEHICLE
When parking and leaving the car,
proceed as follows:
engage a gear (1stgear if facing
uphill or reverse if facing downhill) and
leave the wheels turned;
stop the engine and engage the
handbrake;
always remove the ignition key.
Block the wheels with a wedge or a
stone if the car is parked on a steep
slope.
On versions equipped with automatic
transmission, wait for the letter P to be
displayed before releasing the brake
pedal.
IMPORTANTNEVERleave the car with
the gearbox in neutral (or, on versions
equipped with automatic transmission,
before placing the gear lever at P).
109)
WARNING
109)Never leave children unattended in
the car. Always remove the key from the
ignition when leaving the car and take it
with you.
PARKING BRAKE
110) 111)
To engage the handbrake, pull lever 1
fig. 97 upwards until the car is secured.
The
warning light will come on in
the instrument panel.
To disengage it, raise lever 1 slightly,
hold down button 2 and lower the lever
1, checking that the warning light
on the instrument panel switches
off.
WARNING
110)Never leave children unattended in
the car. Always remove the key from the
ignition when leaving the car and take it
with you.
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The flap is provided with a dust cover
gaiter 2 which prevents deposits of
impurities and dust at the end of the
filler when the flap is closed.
Emergency refuelling
If there is no fuel in the vehicle or the
supply circuit is completely empty,
proceed as follows to reintroduce fuel
to the tank:
open the boot and take adaptor 3
fig. 107, located in the tool box or in the
Fix&Go kit container (according to the
versions);
open flap 1 fig. 106, as described
previously;
introduce the adaptor in the filler as
shown and refuel;
after refuelling, remove the adapter
and close the flap;
finally refit the adaptor in the luggage
compartment.Versions with LPG system
(where provided)
The gas filler is located next to the
petrol filler cap. It has a "non return",
located in the filler body itself.
To access the filler 2 fig. 108 open the
access flap 1.
Observe the following precautions
during the refuelling operation:
switch off the engine;
apply the handbrake;
ignition key turned to the OFF
position;
do not smoke;
hand the special adapter over to the
qualified LPG refuelling personnel.
IMPORTANT Depending on the country,
there are various types of adapters for
the refuelling pump.Adapter 1 fig. 109, supplied with the
car and located in a special case, is
specifically designed for the country in
which the car is sold. If you are in a
different country, find out what type of
adapter is used there.
IMPORTANT Before refuelling with LPG,
the qualified personnel must make sure
that the adapter is correctly screwed
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LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT FUSE BOX
USERSFUSE AMPERE
Rear 12 V socket F97 15
Driver's front seat heater F99 10
Passenger side front seat heater F92 10
Driver's front seat lumbar adjustment F90 10
WARNING
131)If the replaced fuse blows again, contact a Fiat Dealership.
132)Never replace a fuse with another with a higher amp rating; DANGER OF FIRE
133)If a fuse NOT indicated in this or the previous page is used, contact a Fiat Dealership.
134)Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition device is at STOP, that the key, if mechanical, has been removed and that all devices
are switched off and/or disconnected.
IMPORTANT
50)Never replace a fuse with metal wires or anything else.
51)If it is necessary to wash the engine compartment, take care not to directly hit the fuse box and the window wiper motor with the water jet.
133
start the vehicle engine with the
auxiliary battery, let it run for a few
minutes at idling. Start the engine of the
vehicle with flat battery.
Cable disconnection
Once the engine is started, remove the
leads, reversing the order above.
If after a few attempts the engine does
not start, do not persist but contact a
Fiat Dealership.
If it is often necessary to perform a
jump starting, have the vehicle battery
and the recharging system checked by
a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
143)Before opening the bonnet, make
sure that the engine is off and that the
ignition key is in the STOP position. Follow
the indications on the plate underneath the
bonnet. We recommend that you remove
the key from the ignition if other people
remain in the vehicle. The vehicle should
always be left after the key has been
removed or turned to the STOP position.
During refuelling, make sure that the engine
is off (and that the ignition key is in the
STOP position).
144)Do not get too close to the radiator
cooling fan: the electric fan may start;
danger of injury. Scarves, ties and other
loose clothing might be pulled by moving
parts.145)Remove any metal objects (e.g. rings,
watches, bracelets), that might cause an
accidental electrical contact and cause
serious injury.
146)The batteries contain acid that can
burn skin or eyes. Batteries produce
hydrogen, which is easily flammable and
explosive. Therefore, keep away flames or
devices which may cause sparks.
IMPORTANT
55)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.
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.
FUEL CUT-OFF
SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION
Diesel and petrol versions
This intervenes in the case of an impact
causing:
the interruption of the fuel supply
with the engine consequently switching
off;
the automatic unlocking of the
doors;
turning on of the lights inside the
vehicle;
deactivation of climate control
system ventilation;
switching on of the hazard warning
lights (to deactivate the lights press the
button on the dashboard).
On some versions, the intervention of
the system is indicated by a message
shown on the display. In the same way,
a dedicated message on the display
warns the driver if system operation is
compromised.
IMPORTANT Carefully check the vehicle
for fuel leaks, for instance in the engine
compartment, under the vehicle or near
the tank area. After a collision, bring the
ignition device to STOP to prevent the
battery from running down.
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Key removal
57)
The ignition key (for versions with key
without remote control) can be removed
only if the gear lever is in position P
(Park).
If the vehicle battery is flat and the
ignition key is engaged, the latter is
locked in position.
To remove the key manually, proceed
as follows:
stop the vehicle in safety conditions,
engage a gear and the parking brake;
using the provided key 1
fig. 156 (located in the casing
containing the on-board documents or
in the tool compartment in the boot),
undo the fixing screws 2 fig. 157 for the
lower cover 3;
remove the lower steering wheel
cover 3 by releasing it from its housing;
pull tab 4 fig. 158 downwards using
one hand and with the other one
remove the key, sliding it outwards;
once the key has been removed,
refit lower cover 3 fig. 157, make sure it
locks correctly and tighten the fixing
screws 2 firmly.
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