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 ................. 98
HANDBRAKE ..................................100
PARKING THE VEHICLE .................101
USING THE MANUAL
TRANSMISSION .............................102
“COMFORT-MATIC”
TRANSMISSION .............................102
CRUISE CONTROL (CONSTANT
SPEED REGULATOR) .....................104
SPEED BLOCK ...............................105
PARKING SENSORS.......................106
START&STOP SYSTEM ..................108
REFUELLING THE VEHICLE ...........110
ADBLUE® (UREA) ADDITIVE FOR
DIESEL EMISSIONS ........................114
TOWING TRAILERS ........................115
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PARKING SENSORS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
105)
22) 23) 24)
The parking sensors, located in the rear
bumper fig. 113 , are used to detect
the presence of any obstacles near the
rear part of the vehicle. The sensors
by means of intermittent acoustic
indication warn the driver of the
presence of obstacles.
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.ACOUSTIC SIGNAL
When reverse gear is engaged an
intermittent acoustic signal is
automatically activated.
The frequency of the acoustic warning:
increases as the distance between
the vehicle and the obstacle decreases;
become continuous when the
distance between the vehicle and the
obstacle is less than 30 cm and stop
immediately if the distance increases;
it remains constant if the distance
remains unchanged; if this situation
concerns the side sensors, the buzzer
will stop after about 3 seconds to
avoid, for example, warning indications
in the event of manoeuvres along
walls.
Detection distances
If several obstacles are detected by the
sensors, only the nearest one is
considered.
FAULT INDICATIONS
Any parking sensor failures will be
indicated when engaging reverse by the
warning light
in the instrument
panel together with the message in the
multifunction display (for versions/
markets where provided) (see “Warning
lights and messages” section in the
"Knowing the instrument panel"
chapter).OPERATION WITH A
TRAILER
The operation of the sensors is
automatically deactivated when the
trailer's electrical connection is inserted
in the vehicle tow hook socket. Sensors
are reactivated on removing the
trailer's electrical connection.
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.
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.
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STARTING AND DRIVING
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.
The parking assistance system
performance can also be influenced by
the position of the sensors, for example
due to a change in the ride setting
(caused by wear to the shock
absorbers, suspension), or by changing
tyres, overloading the vehicle or fitting
specific trims that require the vehicle to
be lowered;
the correct interaction of the system
with tow hooks not purchased from a
Fiat Dealership not guaranteed;
the presence of a tow hook without
trailer interferes with the correct
operation of the parking sensors. If a
fixed tow hook is installed, the sensors
cannot be used. If the customer installs
a removable tow hook, it should be
disconnected from the crossmember
whenever the trailer is not attached
to prevent the activation of the sensors.
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
105)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
22)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.
23)Have interventions on the bumper in
the area of the sensors carried out only by
a Fiat Dealership. Interventions on the
bumper that are not carried out properly
may compromise the operation of the
parking sensors
24)Only have the bumpers repainted or
any retouches to the paintwork in the area
of the sensors carried out by a Fiat
Dealership. Incorrect paint application
could affect the operation of the parking
sensors.
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PROTECTED DEVICE - fig. 168 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 -
FreeF46 -
FreeF90 -
FreeF91 -
FreeF92 -
FreeF93 -
(*)For versions/markets, where provided
137
Front ceiling light with map
reading lights (changing a
bulb)............................130
Front light clusters.................127
Front light clusters (bulb
replacement)....................127
Fuel consumption..................186
Fuel cut-off system.................140
Fuel tank cap......................110
Fuses (replacement)................132
Gear lever.........................102
Handbrake........................100
Handbrake lever...................100
Hazard warning lights..............117
Headrests
Front ............................19
Rear............................19
Heating and ventilation..............27
Hill Holder (system)..................73
Identification data..................164
Ignition device
starting.........................11
Steering lock....................11
Inflation pressure...................170
Instrument panel....................40
Isofix child restraint systems
(setup)...........................87
Arrangement possibilities for
child restraint system on seats
of vehicle........................88Isofix child seat assembly setup......87
iTPMS..............................76
Jack..............................117
Jump starting......................139
Keys
Key with remote control...........9
Mechanical key...................9
Ordering additional remote
controls.........................10
Lifting the vehicle..................161
Light bulbs
Bulb types.....................125
Luggage compartment
Extending the boot..............34
Removing the parcel shelf........33
Removing the rear seat..........34
Repositioning the rear seat.......34
Luggage compartment
Emergency opening.............33
Main beam headlights..............22
Maintenance and care - regular
checks..........................151
Maintenance and care -
Scheduled Servicing.............143
Maintenance and care -
scheduled servicing plan.........144
Manual climate control system.......27
Manually deactivating the front
airbag and side bag...............91
Mopar® Connect..................200MSR system........................74
Multifunction display
Control buttons..................45
Setup menu.....................46
Standard screen.................45
Number plate lights................129
Number plate lights (bulb
replacement)....................129
Official type approvals.............201
On-board instruments...............40
Ordering additional remote
controls..........................10
Parcel shelf.........................33
Parking lights.......................22
Parking sensors....................106
Parking the vehicle.................101
Partitions...........................31
Securing the load................32
Passenger compartment fuse
box table........................138
Passenger compartment fuses......136
Performance.......................175
Power steering fluid................157
Pre-tensioners......................80
Prescriptions for vehicle at end
of life...........................187
pressure restoring..................123
Procedure for diesel versions.........98
INDEX