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Grande Punto Owners HandBook
Grande Punto Owners HandBook
Thank you for selecting Fiat and congratulations on your choice of a Fiat Grande Punto.
We have written this handbook to help you get to know all the features of your car and use it in the best possible way.
You should read it right through before taking the road for the first time.
You will find information, tips and important warnings regarding the driving of your car to help you derive the maximum from the
technological features of your Fiat.
You are recommended to read carefully the warnings and indications, marked with the respective symbols, at the end of the page:
personal safety;
environmental protection.
The enclosed Warranty Booklet lists the services that Fiat offers to its Customers:
q the Warranty Certificate with terms and conditions for maintaining its validity
q the range of additional services available to Fiat Customers.
Best regards and happy motoring!
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MUST BE READ!
REFUELLING
petrol engines: only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) 91 minimum.
Diesel engines: only refuel with normal diesel (avoid premium diesel) conforming with cetane number 51 min-
imum.
The use of other products or mixtures may damage the engine beyond repair and consequently cause lapse of war-
ranty in relation to the damage caused.
ENGINE STARTING
petrol engines: make sure that the handbrake is engaged; set the gearshift lever to neutral; fully depress the clutch
without pressing the accelerator, then turn the ignition key to AVVand release it as soon as the engine has started.
Diesel engines: make sure that the handbrake is engaged; set the gearshift lever to neutral; fully depress the clutch
without pressing the accelerator, then turn the ignition key to MAR and wait for the warning lights and to
go off; turn the ignition key to AVVand release it as soon as the engine has started.
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or other flammable material: fire risk .
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ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
If, after buying the car, you decide to add electrical accessories (with the risk of gradually draining the battery),
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visit a Fiat-Tata Dealership.They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the car’s electric
system can support the required load.
CODE card
Keep it in a safe place, not in the car. Make sure you have the electronic code with you at all times.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct maintenance of the car is essential for ensuring it stays in tip-top condition and safeguards its safety
features, its environmental friendliness and low running costs for a long time to come.
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DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD ........................................................................ 5 CEILING LIGHTS .................................................................. 54
SYMBOLS ............................................................................... 6 CONTROLS ........................................................................... 56
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The presence and position of the controls, the instruments and the indicators may vary according to the versions.
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F0M426m
fig. 1
1. Adjustable side air vents - 2. Fixed side air vents - 3. Left stalk: external lights control - 4. Instrument panel -
5. Right stalk: windscreen wiper controls, trip computer - 6. Controls on dashboard - 7. Adjustable central air vents - 8. Fixed up-
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per air vent - 9. Front airbag - passenger side - 10. Oddment compartment - 11. Sound system (where provided) - 12. HVAC
controls - 13. Ignition device - 14. Front airbag - driver’s side - 15. Steering wheel adjustment lever - 16. Control panel: fog
lights/rear fog light/headlight position adjustment/digital display/multifunctional display.
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SYMBOLS THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM In this case, turn the key to STOP and
then back to MAR ; try with the other
Special coloured labels have been attached This is an electrical engine locking system keys provided if the problem persists.
near or actually on some of the compo- which increases protection from at- Contact a Fiat-Tata Dealership if you still
nents of your car.These labels bear sym- tempted theft of the car. It is automatically can’t start the engine.
bols that remind you of the precautions activated when the ignition key is ex- IMPORTANT Each key has its own code
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to be taken as regards that particular com- tracted. which must be stored by the system ECU.
ponent. Contact a Fiat-Tata Dealership to have
Each key contains an electronic device
which modulates the signal emitted dur- new keys (up to eight) stored.
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can be found under the bonnet fig. 2 The code is sent only if the Fiat CODE inside the key may be dam-
(where provided). system control unit has recognised the
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THE KEYS
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CODE CARD fig. 3
The car is delivered with two copies of the
ignition key and with the CODE card
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which bears the following:
A the electronic code;
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B the mechanical key code to be given
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F0M0351m F0M0394m
fig. 3 fig. 4
to the Fiat-Tata Dealership when ord-
ering duplicate keys.
KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL To refit it proceed as follows:
Make sure you have the electronic code fig. 4
A-fig. 3 with you at all times. q keep button B pressed and move the
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
The metal insert A is retractable and it op- metal insert A;
IMPORTANT In order to ensure perfect erates:
efficiency of the electronic devices con- q release button B and turn the metal in-
tained inside the keys, they should never q the ignition switch; sert A until hearing the proper lock-
be exposed to direct sunlight. ing click.
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q the door locks;
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To extract the metal insert, press button
B.
All the keys and the CODE
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card must be handed over to
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the new owner when selling
the car.
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Request for additional remote
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WARNING controls
Only press button B with the
key away from your body, The system may recognise up to 8 remote
specifically from your eyes and from controls. Should a new remote control be
objects which could get damaged (e.g. necessary, contact a Fiat-Tata Dealership,
taking with you the CODE card, a per-
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F0M0395m
fig. 5
Button is used for opening the doors Replacing the battery of the key
with remote control fig. 5
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MESSAGES
WARNING
screwdriver;
q take out the battery case D and replace
the battery E making sure that the bias
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is correct;
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KEY WITHOUT REMOTE
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Used batteries are harmful to CONTROL fig. 6
the environment.They should
be disposed of as specified by The metal insert of the key A is fixed.
law in the special containers The key operates:
provided, or take them to a Fiat-Tata
the ignition switch;
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Dealership, which will deal with their q
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disposal. q the door locks;
q the fuel filler lock (where provided)
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F0R0008m
q the tailgate lock. fig. 6
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
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The main functions that can be activated with the keys (with or without remote control) are the following:
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IGNITION STEERING COLUMN LOCK
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DEVICE Engaging
The key can be turned to 3 different po- When the key is at STOP, remove the
sitions fig. 7: key and turn the steering wheel until it
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q
locks.
STOP: engine off, key extractable,
steering locked. Some electrical devices
(e.g. sound system, central door lock- Disengaging
ing system, etc.) may work.
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Rock the steering wheel slightly as you
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F0R0009m
fig. 7
q MAR: driving position. All electrical de- turn the ignition key to MAR.
vices may work.
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q AVV: engine starting (unstab le posi- Always remove the key when
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WARNING
MESSAGES
tion).
WARNING
you leave your car to pre-
The ignition switch is fitted with an elec- vent someone from accidentally op- Never extract the key while
tronic safety system that, in the event the erating the controls. Remember to the vehicle is moving. The
engine is not started, turns back the igni- apply the handbrake. Engage first steering wheel would be locked as
soon as the steering wheel is turned.
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tion key to STOP before repeating the gear if the car is parked uphill or re-
This also applies to when the car is
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starting operation. verse if the car is parked downhill.
Never leave children unattended in towed.
the car.
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WARNING
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If the ignition device is tam- WARNING
pered with (e.g.: attempted It is absolutely forbidden to
theft), have it checked over by a Fiat- carry out whatever after-
Tata Dealership as soon as possible. market operation involving steering
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system or steering column modifica-
tions (e.g.: installation of anti-theft
device) that could badly affect per-
formance and safety, cause the lapse
of warranty and also result in non-
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compliance of the car with homolo-
gation requirements.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
Versions with digital display fig. 8
A Speedometer (speed indicator)
B Fuel level gauge with reserve warning
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light
C Engine coolant temperature gauge and
excessive temperature warning light
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D Rev counter
E Digital display
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fig. 9
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light
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E Multifunction display
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fig. 9 F0R0011m
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Instrument background colour and type
may vary according to the version.
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F0R0012m F0R0013m
fig. 10 fig. 11
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
IMPORTANT The electronic injection
control system gradually shuts off the flow
of fuel when the engine is ‘over-revving’
resulting in a gradual loss of engine pow-
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er.
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When the engine is idling, the rev counter
may indicate a gradual or sudden increase
of the speed.
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This is normal and does not indicate a
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fault. It may be caused, for example, by the
operation of the climate control system
or fan. In these case, a slow change in en-
gine speed is used to protect the battery
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charge.
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DASHBOARD Warning light B may light up (and a mes-
sage on the multifunctional display may ap-
pear in certain versions) to indicate that
the coolant fluid temperature is too high;
in this case, stop the engine and contact
a Fiat-Tata Dealership.
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F0R0014m F0R0015m
fig. 12 fig. 13
area, stop the engine imme-
diately and contact a Fiat-
FUEL LEVEL GAUGE fig. 12 ENGINE COOLANT Tata Dealership.
This shows the amount of fuel left in the TEMPERATURE GAUGE fig. 13
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
The reserve warning light A turns on to should hover around the middle of the
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indicate that approximately 7 litres of fu- scale according to the working conditions.
el are left in the tank.
C Low engine coolant temperature.
Do not travel with the tank nearly empty:
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lack of fuel supply could damage the catal- H High engine coolant temperature.
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yser.
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DIGITAL DISPLAY
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STANDARD SCREEN fig. 14
The standard screen shows the following - MENU
ESC +
indications:
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A Headlight aiming position (only with
dipped beam headlights on).
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B Clock (always displayed, even with ig-
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F0R0016m F0R0017m
fig. 14 fig. 15
nition key removed and front doors
closed).
CONTROL BUTTONS fig. 15 Note Buttons + and – activate different
C Odometer (distance covered in kilo- functions according to the following situ-
metres or miles) and TRIP data. + To scroll the displayed menu and the
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ations:
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related options upwards or to in-
Note With key removed (when opening crease the value displayed.
one of the front doors) the display will Setup menu
turn on and show for a few seconds the MENU Press briefly to access the menu – to scroll the menu options upwards and
km or mi covered. ESC and/or go to next screen or to downwards;
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confirm the required menu op-
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– to increase or decrease values during set-
tion. tings.
Hold pressed to go back to the
standard screen.
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– To scroll the displayed menu and the
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related options downwards or to de-
crease the displayed value.
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DASHBOARD SETUP MENU fig. 16 Selecting a menu option Hold button MENU ESC pressed
The menu comprises a series of functions – press briefly button MENU ESC to se- – to quit the set up menu if you are in the
arranged in a cycle which can be selected lect the menu option to set; menu;
through buttons + and – to access the dif-
ferent select operations and settings (set- – press buttons + and – (by single press- – to quit the displayed menu if you are set-
up) given in the following paragraphs. es) to select the new setting; ting an option;
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– press briefly button MENU ESC to – to save only the settings stored yet (and
The setup menu can be activated by press- confirmed by pressing button MENU
ing briefly button MENU ESC. store the new setting and to go back to
the previously selected menu option. ESC).
Single presses on buttons + and – will
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DASHBOARD
Briefly press button MENU ESC to start browsing
from the standard screen. Press + or – to browse with-
in the menu.
Note Only the short menu may be accessed for rea-
sons of safety while the car is moving (“SPEEd” setting).
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Stop the car to access the full menu.
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–
+
–
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+
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+
–
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(where provided)
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+
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– +
F0R2003g
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fig. 16
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DASHBOARD Setting the speed limit (Speed) – briefly press button MENU ESC to go Adjusting the buzzer volume
back to the menu screen or press the but- (Buzz) (where provided)
This function may be used to set the car ton for long to go back to the standard
speed limit (km/h or mph), when this lim- screen without storing settings.To cancel This function is used to adjust the buzzer
it is exceeded the driver is immediately the setting, proceed as follows: volume used for failure/warning indica-
alerted (see section “Warning lights and tions and when MENU ESC, + and –
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messages”). – briefly press button MENU ESC: (On) buttons are pressed.
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from 30 to 200 km/h, or from 20 to 125 – briefly press button MENU ESC,
mph according to the previously chosen “hours” will flash on the display;
unit (see “Setting the distance unit”) de- – press button + or – for setting;
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button +/– is pressed. Hold button +/– utes” will flash on the display;
pressed to increase/decrease the setting – press button + or – for setting;
rapidly. Complete the setting by briefly – briefly press button MENU ESC to go
pressing the button when you approach
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F0R1001g
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Setting the distance unit (Unit) Front passenger’s airbag
DASHBOARD
With this function it is possible to set the and side bag
unit. activation/deactivation
(where provided) (BAG P)
To set the required unit proceed as fol-
lows: This function is used to activate/deactivate
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the front passenger’s airbag. MENU ESC
– briefly press button MENU ESC , the + +
display will show the message (Unit) and Proceed as follows: – –
the previously set unit (km) or (mi); q press button MENU ESC and after
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F0R1002g
F0R1003g
– press button + or – to select the re- the message (BAG P OFF) (to deacti-
quired distance unit. vate) or (BAG P On) (to activate) is dis-
played by pressing buttons + or –, press
– briefly press button MENU ESC to go again button MENU ESC;
back to the menu screen or press the but-
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the confirmation request message will
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q
ton for long to go back to the standard
screen without storing settings. be displayed; MENU ESC
q press buttons + or – to select (YES) + +
(confirming activation/deactivation) or – –
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(no) (to abort);
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F0R1005i
F0R1006g
q briefly press button MENU ESC to
confirm setting e to go back to the
menu screen or press the button for
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long to go back to the standard screen
without storing settings.
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MENU ESC
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F0R1002g
F0R1003g
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MULTIFUNCTION
DISPLAY
(where provided)
The car can be equipped with the multi-
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F0R0018m F0R0019m
fig. 17 fig. 18
“STANDARD” SCREEN fig. 17
The standard screen shows the following CONTROL BUTTONS fig. 18 Note Buttons + and – activate different
information: functions according to the following situ-
A Date. + To scroll the displayed menu and the
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ations:
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Note When opening one of the front – to scroll the menu options upwards and
doors, the display will turn on and show – downwards;
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SETUP MENU fig. 19 Selecting an option of the main menu with Selecting “Set Date” and
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The menu comprises a series of functions submenu: “Set time”:
arranged in a cycle which can be selected – briefly press button MENU ESC to dis- – briefly press button MENU ESC to se-
through buttons + and – to access the dif- play the first submenu option; lect the first value to change (e.g. hours
ferent select operations and settings (set- – press buttons + or – (by single press- /minutes or year / month / day);
up) given in the following paragraphs. A es) to scroll all the submenu options; – press buttons + or – (by single press-
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submenu is provided for some items es) to select the new setting;
(Clock and Unit setting). – press briefly button MENU ESC to se-
lect the displayed submenu option and to – briefly press buttonMENU ESC to store
The setup menu can be activated by press- open the relevant setup menu; the new setting and to go to the next set-
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ing briefly button MENU ESC.
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– press buttons + or – (by single press- up menu option, if this is the last one you
Single presses on buttons + or – will scroll es) to select the new setting for this sub- will go back to the previously selected op-
the setup menu options. menu option; tion of the main menu.
Handling modes differ with each other ac- – briefly press button MENU ESC to Hold button MENU ESC pressed:
cording to the characteristic of the option
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store the new setting and to go back to
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selected. – to quit the set-up menu if you are in the
the previously selected submenu option. main menu;
Selecting an option of the main menu with-
out submenu – to quit the main menu if you are at an-
other point of the menu (e.g.: at submenu
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– press briefly button MENU ESC to se- option setting level, at submenu level or
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lect the main menu option to set; at main menu option setting level);
– press buttons + or – (by single press- – to save only the settings stored yet (and
es) to select the new setting; confirmed by pressing button MENU
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– press briefly button MENU ESC to ESC).
store the new setting and to go back to
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the main menu option previously select- The setup menu environment is timed.
ed. Only the changes saved by the user b
briefly pressing MENU ESC will be saved
when the menu is automatically closed.
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DASHBOARD Example: Example:
Türk Nederlands Briefly press MENU ESCon the standard screen to Day
Italiano browse. Press + or – to browse within the menu.
Português Note Only the short menu may be accessed for rea-
Deutsch Polski sons of safety while the car is moving (“Speed Beep” Year Month
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English Français
Español
ESC
+
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+ + briefly press
ESC –
MENU – EXIT MENU SPEED BEEP –
briefly press + PASSENGER BAG TRIP B DATA
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– +
MESSAGES
(where provided )
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–
SERVICE
SET TIME
+
–
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BELT BUZZER ( *) – +
+ – SET DATE
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–
BUTTON VOLUME
SEE RADIO
+
–
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+ BUZZER VOLUME –
AUTOCLOSE
+
– LANGUAGE
UNITS –
– F0R2004g
+ +
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+ fig. 19
(*) This function may only be displayed after the SBR system is deactivated by a Fiat-Tata Dealership.
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Speed limit (Speed Beep) – briefly press button MENU ESC to go
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back to the menu screen or press the but-
This function may be used to set the car ton for long to go back to the standard
speed limit (km/h or mph); when this lim- screen without storing settings.
it is exceeded the driver is immediately
alerted (see section “Warning lights and To cancel the setting, proceed as follows:
messages”).
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– briefly press button MENU ESC : (On)
To set the speed limit, proceed as follows: will blink on the display;
– briefly press button MENU ESC, the – press button –: (Off) will flash on the dis-
display will show the wording (Speed play;
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Buzz);
– briefly press button MENU ESC to go
– press button + or – to select speed lim- back to the menu screen or press the but-
it activation (On) or deactivation (Off); ton for long to go back to the standard
– if the function has been activated (On), screen without storing settings.
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press buttons + or – to select the re-
quired speed limit and then press MENU
ESC to confirm.
Note The speed may be set in the range
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from 30 to 250 km/h, or from 20 to 125 mph
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according to the previously chosen unit (see
“Setting the distance unit”) described below.
The setting will increase/decrease by five
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units each time button +/– is pressed. Hold
button +/– pressed to increase/decrease the
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setting rapidly. Complete the setting by
briefly pressing the button when you ap-
proach the required setting.
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DASHBOARD Trip B On/Off (tripB data) Setting the clock (Set time) Set date (Set Date)
Through this option it is possible to acti- This function allows to set the clock through This function may be used to update the
vate (On) or deactivate (Off) the Trip B two sub-menus: “Time” and “Mode”. date (year - month - day).
(partial trip). Proceed as follows: To correct the date proceed as follows:
For further information see “Trip com- – briefly press button MENU ESC, the – briefly press button MENU ESC: “day”
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puter”. display will show the two sub-menus will flash on the display;
“Time” and “Mode”;
Proceed as follows to switch the function – press button + or – to surf the two sub- – press button + or – for setting;
on and off: menus; – briefly press button MENU ESC:
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– briefly press button MENU ESC: (On) – select the required option and then “month” will flash on the display;
or (Off) will flash on the display (accord- press button MENU ESCbriefly; – press button + or – for setting;
ing to previous setting); – when accessing the “Hour” submenu : – – briefly press button MENU ESC:
– press button + or – for setting; briefly press button MENU ESC, “year” will flash on the display;
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the display;
– briefly press button MENU ESC to go
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– press button + or – to select “24h” or back to the menu screen or press the but-
“12h”. ton for long to go back to the standard
When you have made the required set- screen without storing settings.
tings, briefly press button MENU ESC
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Audio repetition (See radio) Automatic door locking with car Set units (Unit of measure)
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With this function the display repeats in- running (Autoclose) With this function it is possible to set the
formation relevant to the sound system. When activated (On), this function locks units through three sub-menus: “Distances”,
– Radio: tuned radio station frequency or automatically the doors when the car “Consumption” and “Temperature”.
RDS message, automatic tuning activation speed exceeds 20 km/h. Proceed as follows to set the required unit:
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or AutoSTore; This function is available on all versions – briefly press button MENU ESC to dis-
– CD audio, CD MP3: track number; and may only be switched off by means play the three sub-menus;
– CD Changer: CD number and track of the multifunctional display.
– press button + or – to surf the three sub-
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number; To activate (On) or to deactivate (Off) this menus;
To activate (On) or to deactivate (Off) function proceed as follows:
sound system info displaying proceed as – select the required sub-menu and then
– briefly press button MENU ESC to dis- press briefly button MENU ESC;
follows: play the three sub-menus;
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– when accessing the “Distances”submenu:
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– briefly press MENU ESC: (On) or (Off)
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will flash on the display (according to pre- – briefly press button MENU ESC: (On) briefly press MENU ESC: either “km” or
vious setting); or (Off) will flash on the display (accord- “mi” will appear on the display (according
ing to previous setting); to the previous setting);
– press button + or – for setting;
– press button + or – for setting;
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– press + or – to make your choice;
– briefly press button MENU ESC to go
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back to the menu screen or press the but- – briefly press button MENU ESC t o
ton for long to go back to the standard go back to the menu screen or press the
screen without storing settings. button for long to go back to the stan-
dard screen without storing settings.
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– hold MENU ESC pressed to go back
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to the standard screen or main menu ac-
cording to the points of the menu where
you are at.
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DASHBOARD – when you are in the “Consumption” sub- Selecting the language (Language) Adjusting the failure/warning
menu: briefly press MENU ESC: either buzzer volume (Buzzer Volume)
“km/l, Lit/100km” or “mpg” will appear on The messages may be displayed in the fol-
the display (according to the previous setting); lowing languages: Italian, Turkish, Dutch, With this function the volume of the
Portuguese, Polish, French, Spanish, Eng- buzzer accompanying any failure/warning
If the distance unit set is “km” the fuel con- lish, German. indication can be adjusted according to 8
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– press button + or – for setting; previously set volume “level” will flash on
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back to the menu screen or press the but- back to the menu screen or press the but-
– press button + or – for setting; ton for long to go back to the standard ton for long to go back to the standard
When you have made the required set- screen without storing settings. screen without storing settings.
tings, briefly press button MENU ESC to
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Adjusting the button volume Scheduled Servicing (Service) Note The “Service Schedule” requires the
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(Button Vol.) car to be serviced every 15,000 km; this in-
Through this function it is possible to dis- dication will appear automatically with the
This function may be used to adjust the play information connected to proper car key at MAR when there are 2000 km left
volume of the beep accompanying the ac- servicing. (or 1240 mi) and will be presented auto-
tivation of buttons MENU ESC, + and Proceed as follows: matically every 200 km (or 124 mi).The
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– can be adjusted according to 8 levels.
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The indications will appear more frequ-
– briefly press button MENU ESC : ser- ently where there are 200 km left.The indi-
To adjust the volume proceed as follows: vice in km or mi, according to previous cation will appear in kilometers or miles
– briefly press button MENU ESC : the settin g, will be displayed (see paragraph according to the settings.When the next
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previously set volume “level” will flash on “Units”); scheduled service operation is approaching,
the display; – briefly press button MENU ESC to go the message “Service” will appear on the
– press button + or – for setting; back to the menu screen or press the but- display followed by the number of kilome-
ton for long to go back to the standard ters or miles left when the key is turned
– briefly press button MENU ESC to go to MAR. Go to a Fiat-Tata Dealership
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screen.
MESSAGES
WARNING
back to the menu screen or press the but- where the “Scheduled Service” operations
ton for long to go back to the standard will be performed and the message will be
screen without storing settings. reset.
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TECHNICAL
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27
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F0R1009g
DASHBOARD Passenger front and side airbag Exit Menu
activation/deactivation This is the last function that closes the cir-
(where provided) (passenger bag) cular setting cycle listed in the initial menu
This function shall be used to activate/de- screen.
activate the front passenger’s airbag. MENU ESC Briefly press button MENU ESC to go
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+ +
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F0R1010g
F0R1011g
MENU ESC again after the message Press button – to return to the first menu
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sage; + +
MESSAGES
WARNING
– –
q press buttons + or – to select (Yes)
(confirming activation/deactivation) or
F0R1013g
F0R1014g
(No) (to abort);
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F0R1009g
F0R1009g
TECHNICAL
MENU ESC
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F0R1015g
F0R1016g
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TRIP COMPUTER
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“Trip B”, available on multifunctional dis- Values displayed
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play only, shall be used to display the fig-
ures relating to: Range
General features This indicates the distance which may be
– Trip distance B
The “Trip computer” is used to display in- travelled with the fuel in the tank
formation on car operation when the key – Average consumption B assuming that driving conditions will not
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is turned to MAR.This function allows to change.The message “——” will appear
– Average speed B on the display in the following cases:
define two separate trips called “Trip A”
and “Trip B” for monitoring the car’s – Travel time B (driving time). – range shorter than 50 km (or 30 mi)
“complete mission” in a reciprocally in-
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dependent manner. Note “Trip B” functions may be exclud- – car left parked with engine running for
ed (see “Trip B on”). “Range” and “In- long.
Both functions are resettable (reset - start stantaneous consumption” cannot be re-
of new mission). set. Distance travelled
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“Trip A” may be used to display the fig- This indicates the distance covered from
MESSAGES
WARNING
ures relating to: the start of the new mission.
– Range
– Distance travelled
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– Average consumption
– Instant consumption
– Average speed
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– Travel time (driving time).
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DASHBOARD Average consumption IMPORTANT The reset operation in the
presence of the screens concerning the
This indicates the average consumption “Trip A” makes it possible to reset only
from the start of the new mission. the information associated with this func-
Instant consumption tion.
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tion.
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Average speed
TRIP button fig. 20 Start of journey procedure
This shows the car average speed as a
function of the overall time elapsed since Button TRIP, set on the top of the right With ignition key at MAR, press and keep
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the start of the new mission. steering column stalk, shall be used (with
ignition key at MAR) to display and to re- to reset.
Travel time set the previously described values to start
This value shows the time elapsed since a new mission: Exit Trip
– briefly press to display the different val-
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the start of the new mission. To exit the Trip function: hold MENU
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ting the values displayed before the prob- Reset can be:
lem nor starting a new mission. – “manual” resetting by the user, by press-
ing the relevant button;
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FRONT SEATS
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DASHBOARD
WARNING
All adjustments must be
made with the car stationary.
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F0R0021m F0R0021m
fig. 21/a fig. 21/b
The fabric upholstery of your
car is designed to withstand
the normal wear and tear of WARNING Back rest angle adjustment
your car for a long time. Some fig. 21/a, 21/b
After releasing the lever, al-
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MESSAGES
WARNING
precautions are however needed. Avoid ways check that the seat is
prolonged rubbing against clothing ac- Push lever C.
locked on the guides by trying to
cessories, such as metal buckles, Velcro move it backwards and forth. If it is
strips and the like, which by applying a not locked, the seat may move unex- WARNING
high pressure on the fabric in a small
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pectedly and make you loose control For maximum safety, keep
area could cause the breakage of some
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of the car. the back of your seat up-
threads and damage the upholstery.
right, lean back into it and make sure
the seat belt fits closely across your
chest and hips.
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Backwards/Forwards adjustment Seat height adjustment
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fig. 21/a, 21/b (where provided) fig. 21/a
Lift lever A and push the seat forwards Move lever B upwards or downwards to
and backwards: ensure your arms should achieve the required height.
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rest on the steering wheel rim while you
are driving. IMPORTANT Adjustment must be car-
ried out only seated in the relevant seat.
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REAR SEATS HEAD RESTRAINTS WARNING
To folds the rear seats refer to paragraph The head restraints must be
“Extending the boot” ‘Refer page no. 67’ FRONT fig. 22 adjusted so that they sup-
of this section. port your neck and not your head.
To improve passenger safety, the height of Only in this way may they perform
the head restraints can be adjusted.They
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IMPORTANT Rear seat passengers shall
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always set the head restraints in the po-
sition of use.
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F0R0024m F0R0025m
fig. 22 fig. 23
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MESSAGES
WARNING
your head as close as possible to the head ing the click (position of use).
restraint. To bring it back to the original position
(position of non use),push the head restr-
aint down into the back rest.
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DASHBOARD
STEERING WHEEL WARNING
The driver can adjust the steering wheel It is absolutely forbidden to
position in height. carry out whatever after-
market operation involving steering
Proceed as follows: system or steering column modifica-
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q
tions (e.g.: installation of anti-theft
release the lever A-fig. 24 pushing it device) that could badly affect per-
forwards (position 1); formance and safety, cause the lapse
q adjust the steering wheel as required; of warranty and also result in non-
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F0R0027m F0R0029m F0R0030m
fig. 25 fig. 27 fig. 28
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MESSAGES
Electrical adjustment fig. 26
WARNING
This operation is only possible with igni-
tion key at MAR. When driving the mirrors shall
Proceed as follows: always be in position 1-fig. 28.
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q use switch B to select the mirror re-
quired (left or right);
F0R0028m
fig. 26
q to adjust the mirror move the switch WARNING
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C in the four directions;
As the driver’s door mirror is
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REARVIEW MIRRORS curved,it may slightly alter the
Folding perception of distance.
DRIVING MIRROR fig. 25 When required (for example when the
TECHNICAL
mirror causes difficulty in narrow spaces)
The mirror can be adjusted to two differ- it is possible to fold the mirror moving it
ent positions (normal or antiglare) by from position 1-fig. 27 to position 2.
means of the lever A.
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35
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DASHBOARD
HEATING AND VENTILATION
F0R0031m
DEVICES
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LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
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TECHNICAL CAR
fig. 29
INDEX
1. Upper fixed vent - 2. Adjustable central vents - 3. Fixed side vent - 4. Adjustable side vents - 5. Lower vents for front seats -
6. Lower side vents for rear seats - 7. Lower central vent for rear seats (where provided).
36
ADJUSTABLE SIDE AND MANUAL CLIMATE
AND CONTROLS
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CENTRAL VENTS fig. 30-31
CONTROL SYSTEM
A Fixed vent for side windows.
(where provided)
B Adjustable side vents.
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C Adjustable central vents.
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CONTROLS fig. 32
Vents A are fixed.
Air temperature knob A
To use vents B and C, operate the rele- (mixing hot and cold air)
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fig. 30 F0R0032m vant device to turn them as required.
Red section = hot air
Blue section = cold air
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WARNING
Fan activation /speed adjustment
knob B
0 = fan off
1-2-3 = ventilation speed
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4 = maximum fan speed
F0R0033m
fig. 31
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DASHBOARD Air recirculation on/off slider D
Take the slider to position to recir-
culate internal air.
Take the slider to position to switch
internal air recirculation off.
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F0R0036m
fig. 32
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Air distribution knob C to warm the feet and at the same time
demist the windscreen;
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38
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VENTILATION CLIMATE CONTROL (cooling) Cooling adjustment
DASHBOARD
To ventilate the passenger’s compartment For fast cooling of the passenger com- q turn knob A rightwards to increase the
properly proceed as follows: partment, proceed as follows: temperature;
q knob A turned to blue section; q knob A turned to blue section; q switch internal air recirculation off;
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q switch internal air recirculation off; q switch internal air recirculation on; turn knob B to increase fan speed.
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q
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by pressing knob E: the LED on the
knob will light up;
q turn knob B to 4 (maximum speed
of fan).
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MESSAGES
WARNING
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DASHBOARD WARMING THE PASSENGER FAST HEATING FRONT WINDOW FAST
COMPARTMENT For fast heating of the passenger com- DEMISTING/DEFROSTING
Proceed as follows: partment, proceed as follows: (WINDSCREEN AND SIDE
WINDOWS)
q turn knob A to the red sector; q turn knob A to the red sector;
Proceed as follows:
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speed).
q turn knob C to ;
Then adjust the controls to obtain the re-
quired conditions of comfort and switch q switch internal air recirculation off.
internal air recirculation off.
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MESSAGES
WARNING
40
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After demisting/defrosting, operate the Window demisting
DASHBOARD
controls to restore the required comfort.
In the event of considerable outside mois-
IMPORTANT The climate control system ture and/or rain and/or considerable dif-
is very useful for faster demisting because ferences in temperature inside and outside
it dries the air.Adjust the controls as de- the passenger compartment, perform the
scribed above and press knob E to switch following preventive demisting procedure:
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the climate control system on: the LED on
the knob will light up.
q turn knob A to the red sector;
q switch internal air recirculation off;
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F0R0035m
q turn knob C to and change it back fig. 33
to if demisting does not improve;
HEATED REAR WINDOW DEMIS-
q turn knob B to 2nd speed.
TING/DEFROSTING
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IMPORTANT The climate control system
MESSAGES
(where provided) fig. 33
WARNING
is very useful to prevent window misting
up in presence of high humidity since it
dries the air. Press button A to start this function;
when this function is on the button led is
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on.
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This function is timed and it will turn off
automatically after 20 minutes. Press A
again to switch it off before.
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IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers on
CAR
the inside of the rear window over the
heating filaments to avoid damage that
might cause it to stop working properly.
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41
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DASHBOARD AIR RECIRCULATION IMPORTANT The inside air recirculation LOOKING AFTER THE SYSTEM
system makes it possible to reach the re-
Move slider D to position to switch quired “heating” or “cooling” conditions Run the climate control system for at least
internal air recirculation on. faster. 10 minutes every month during the win-
ter. Have the system inspected at a Fiat-
It is advisable to switch internal air recir- Do not use the air recirculation function Tata Dealership before the summer.
culation on while standing in queues or in
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tunnels to prevent the introduction of pol- ably increase the possibility of the win-
luted air. Do not use the function for a dows misting inside.
long time, particularly if there are many
occupants on board, to prevent the win- The system uses R134a re-
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42
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE
AND CONTROLS
The automatically controlled parameters All functions may be manually changed. In
DASHBOARD
and functions are: order words, you may select one or more
CONTROL SYSTEM functions and change the parameters as
q air temperature at the vents;
(where provided) required. Automatic control of the man-
q air distribution at the vents; ually changed functions will be suspended:
the system will change override your set-
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q fan speed (continuous air flow varia-
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GENERAL tings only for safety related reasons (e.g.
tion); risk of misting up).
The automatic climate control system ad-
justs the temperature, the quantity and the q compressor fan on (for cooling/dehu- Manual selections will always have higher
midifying the air);
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distribution of the air in the passenger priority over automatic settings and will
OF THE CAR
compartment. Temperature is controlled q air recirculation. be stored until the user switches the sys-
on the basis of an “equivalent tempera- tem back to automatic control by press-
ture” principle; in other words, the sys- ing AUTO expect for the cases in which
tem continuously works to keep the com- the system will intervene for particular,
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MESSAGES
fort level inside the car constant and to safety-related reasons.
WARNING
compensate for possible variations of ex-
ternal conditions, including sun radiation You can adjust one function automatical-
detected by a specific sensor. ly and have the automatic system control
all the others.
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The air temperature is always automati-
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cally controlled according to the temper-
ature shown on the display (except for
when the system is off or in certain con-
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ditions when the compressor is not run-
ning).
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43
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DASHBOARD The following parameters and functions
can be set or changed manually:
q air temperature;
q fan speed (continuous variation);
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q
tions;
q compressor enabling;
C
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q fast defrosting/demisting;
q air recirculation;
q system off.
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MESSAGES
WARNING
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F0R0148m
fig. 34
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
C Display.
D MAX DEF function button.
E System off/on button.
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44
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USING THE CLIMATE During completely automatic system op- Air temperature adjustment
DASHBOARD
CONTROL SYSTEM eration, you can vary the set temperature, knob (I)
the air distribution and the fan speed us-
The system can be started in different ing the corresponding buttons or knobs Turn the knob either clockwise or anti-
ways, but it is advisable to start by press- at any time: the system will automatically clockwise to increase or lower the re-
ing the AUTO button and then turning change settings to adapt to the new re- quested temperature in the passenger
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the knobs to set the temperature required compartment. The set temperature is
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quest.
on the display. shown on the display.
During fully automatic operation (FULL
The system will start running automatically AUTO), the word FULL will disappear Turn the knob either all to the right or
in this way and the set comfortable tem- all to the left to the extreme HI or LO
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if the air distribution, air speed, compres-
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perature will be reached as quickly as pos- sor and/or recirculation settings are position to use the maximum heating or
sible. The system will adjust the temper- changed. In this way, the functions will maximum cooling functions:
ature, the quantity and the distribution of switch from automatic to manual control q
the air introduced into the passenger com- HI function (maximum heating):
until AUTO is pressed again. With on or
partment and will manage the recircula-
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select by turning the temperature knob
MESSAGES
more manually set functions, the intro-
WARNING
tion function and the compressor. duced air temperature is still managed au- clockwise over the maximum value
Manual intervention is only required for tomatically by the system, except for when (32 °C).
the following functions during fully auto- the compressor is off: in the case, the air This function may be used to heat up the
matic operation. introduced into the passenger compart-
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passenger compartment exploiting the
ment cannot be cooler than the outside
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q air recirculati on, to keep the system potential to the maximum. In this
air. condition, the system stop controlling
function always either on or off;
temperature automatically and sets air
q to speed up demisting/defrosting of mixing to maximum heating.The air speed
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
windscreen, rear window and exter- and distribution are fixed.
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nal rearview mirrors;
Specifically, if the heating fluid is not suffi-
ciently warm, the fan will not start up at
the maximum speed immediately to limit
introducing excessively cool air into the
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passenger compartment.
All manual settings will be allowed when
this function is on.
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45
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DASHBOARD To switch the function off, simply turn the Air distribution buttons (B) Air flow distributed between wind-
temperature knob anticlockwise and set screen and front side window de-
the required temperature. Press these buttons to manually set one froster/demister and central and side
of the seven air distribution settings: dashboard vents. This distribution al-
q LO function (maximum cooling):
Air flow to the windscreen and front lows to maintain good levels of com-
select by turning the temperature knob side window vents to demist or de- fort and the passenger compartment
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anticlockwise under the minimum value frost them. adequately cool (summer).
(16 °C). Air flow distributed between wind-
Air flow at central and side dashboard
This function may be used to cool down vents to ventilate the chest and the screen and front side window de-
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the passenger compartment exploiting the face during the hot season. froster/demister and central and side
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system potential to the maximum. In this dashboard vents. This distribution al-
condition, the system stop controlling Air flow to the front and rear foot well lows adequate air diffusion and main-
temperature automatically and sets air vents. Thanks to the natural tenden- tains a good level of comfort both in
mixing to maximum cooling. The air speed cy of hot air to spread upwards, this summer and winter.
distribution pattern allows to warm
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MESSAGES
WARNING
and distribution are fixed. All manual set- The set distribution is shown by the cor-
tings will be allowed when this function the passenger compartment up as
quickly as possible, providing an im- responding LEDs on the selected buttons.
is on.
mediate feeling of warmth. To restore automatic air distribution con-
To switch the function off, simply turn the trol after a manual adjustment, press but-
Air flow distributed between foot well
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the required temperature. vents (hotter air) and central and side
dashboard vents (cooler air). This dis-
tribution is particularly useful in spring
and autumn on a sunny day.
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46
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Fan speed adjusting buttons (H) AUTO (A) (automatic operation) Air recirculation on/off button (G)
DASHBOARD
Press button H to increase or to decrease Press AUTO to make the system auto- Air recirculation works according to the
the fan speed and therefore the amount matically adjust the quantity and distribu- following operating logics:
of air admitted into the passenger com- tion of the air introduced into the pas-
partment, although keeping the required senger compartment.All previous manu- q override on (inside air recirculation
temperature set. al settings will be cancelled. always on), indicated by the the LED
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on button G and symbol on
The fan speed is shown by the lit bars on The message FULL AUTO will appear the display;
the display: on the front display in this condition.
q override off (air recirculation always
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q max fan speed = all bars lit; By manually intervening on at least of the off and introduction of external air),
functions automatically managed by the indicated by the fact that the LED on
q min fan speed = one bar lit. system (air recirculation, fan speed or the button is off is on the display.
The fan can be cut off only if the climate compressor on/off), the word FULL will
disappear from the display indicating that These operating conditions are obtained
control compressor has been switched by pressing G in sequence.
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MESSAGES
WARNING
off pressing button F-fig. 34. the system is no longer automatically con-
trolling all the functions (the temperature IMPORTANT The inside air recircula-
IMPORTANT To restore automatic fan will still be controlled automatically by the tion system makes it possible to reach
speed control after a manual adjustment, system). the required heating or cooling condi-
press button AUTO. tions faster.
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IMPORTANT Should the system (after
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IMPORTANT At high speeds, the dynamic manual settings) be no longer able to It is however inadvisable to use it on
effect may increase the flow of air into the guarantee the required temperature set rainy/cold days as it would considerably
passenger compartment which in this case in the passenger compartment, the set increase the possibility of the windows
will not directly correspond to the fan temperature value will start flashing to in-
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
misting inside, especially if the climate
speed bar display. dicate this condition, after one minute the control compressor is off.
CAR
AUTO message will turn off.
Recirculation is forced off (i.e. air is
To restore system automatic control at introduced from the outside) when the
any time, after one or more manual ad- the outside temperature is cold to pre-
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justments, press button AUTO. vent misting up.
It is advisable not to use the air recircu-
lation function when the outside tem-
perature is low to prevent the windows
from rapidly misting up.
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47
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DASHBOARD Climate control compressor IMPORTANT With the compressor off, Fast window demisting/defrosting
enabling button (F) it is not possible to introduced air cooler button (D)
than ambient temperature into the pas-
Press to switch the climate control senger compartment. Furthermore, in Press this button: the climate control sys-
compressor off (if on). The icon on the certain conditions, the windows could tem will automatically switch on all the
display will go out. mist up rapidly because the air is not de- functions required for fast windscreen de-
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Press the button when the LED is off to humidified.The switching off of the climate
restore automa tically system control control compressor remains in storage
and use of the compr essor. The icon even when the engine has been stopped. q switches on climate control compres-
will light up on the display in this case. sor when climatic conditions are suit-
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The system will switch recirculation off press again (in this case, the system will able;
when the compressor is switched off to only work as a heater) or press AUTO. q air recirculation off;
prevent misting up. Although the system
is capable of maintaining the required tem- With climate control compressor off, the q maximum air temperature HI on both
fan speed can be set to zero manually (no
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IMPORTANT The quick demisting/de- Switching the system off (E) Press AUTO to switch the automatic cli-
DASHBOARD
frosting function will stay on for approxi- mate control system back on.
mately 3 minutes after the engine coolant Press E to switch the climate control sys-
temperature is warm enough to ensure tem off. The display will go out as a con-
rapid window demisting. sequence.
When the function is on, the LED on the The following climate control conditions
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rear window demister button will light up will be established when the system is off:
and the message FULL AUTO will go q display off;
out on the display.
q temperature not shown;
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You may only adjust the fan speed and
switch the rear window demister off man- q air recirculation on, passenger com-
ually when this function is running. partment isolated from the outside
(recirculation LED on);
To restore running operations before this
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q climate control compressor off;
MESSAGES
WARNING
function was activated, press either but-
ton B, air recirculation button G, com- q fan off.
pressor button F or button AUTO A.
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AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
EXTERNAL LIGHTS FLASHING THE HEADLIGHTS
Pull the stalk towards the steering wheel
The left-hand stalk fig. 35 operates (1st unstable position) regardless of the po-
most of the external lights. sition of the knurled ring. The warning
The external lights can only be switched light on the instrum ent cluste r will
come on at the same time.
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F0R0037m
fig. 35
LIGHTS OFF
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS
Knurled ring turned to symbol O.
When the knurled ring is at , pull the
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MESSAGES
WARNING
50
DIRECTION INDICATORS fig. 36 Warning light on the instrument pan-
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
el will light up and the corresponding mes-
Push the stalk to (stable) position: sage will appear on the display (see
q up (position 1): right-hand indicator; “Warning lights and messages”) as long as
the function is on. The warning light will
q down (position 2): left-hand indicator; go out when the lever is operate and stay
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Warning light or will blink on the in- on until the function is automatically de-
strument panel. activated. Time for which the lights stay
on can only be increased by operating the
Indicators are switched off automatically lever.
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when the steering wheel is straightened. fig. 36 F0R0038m
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
released the stalk will return to its home space in front of the car for a preset pe-
position. riod of time.
Activation
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With the ignition key at STOP or re-
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moved, pull the left-hand stalk towards the
steering wheel within 2 minutes from
when the engine is turned off.
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At each single movement of the stalk, the
CAR
lights will remain on for an extra 30 sec-
onds up to a maximum of 210 seconds;
then the lights are switched off automati-
cally.
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51
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DASHBOARD
WINDSCREEN WASHING Do not use the windscreen
wiper to remove layers of
The right stalk fig. 37 controls front wind- snow or ice from the wind-
screen wiper/washer operation. screen. In such conditions, the
windscreen wiper may be subjected to
excessive stress and the motor protec-
WINDSCREEN WASHER/
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intermittent;
screen washer.
continuous slow; IMPORTANT Replace wiper blades as
specified in section “Car maintenance”. Keeping the stalk pulled for more than half
continuous fast. a second, with just one movement it is
possible to operate the washer jet and the
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52
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With windscreen wiper on and reverse
DASHBOARD
Never use the rear window
gear engaged, rear window wiping will be wiper to remove ice or snow
continuous. from the rear window.In these
Pushing the stalk towards the dashboard conditions, the wiper is sub-
(unstable position) will activate the rear mitted to excessive effort that results in
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motor protection cutting in and wiper
SAFETY
window washer.
operation inhibition for few seconds as
Keeping the stalk pushed for over half a a consequence. If operation is not re-
second will activate also the rear window stored contact Fiat Dealership.
wiper.
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OF THE CAR
F0M0218m
fig. 38
Releasing the stalk will activate the smart
REAR WINDOW WASHER/WIPER washing function as described for the
fig. 38 windscreen wiper.
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
The device can only work when the igni-
tion key is at MAR.
Operation will stop when releasing the
stalk.
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Turning the knurled ring from O to ' will
operate the rear window wiper as follows:
q intermittent operation if the wind-
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
screen wiper is off;
CAR
q synchronised with the windscreen
wiper (but with half stroke frequency);
q continuous operation with reverse en-
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gaged and windscreen wiper on .
INDEX
53
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
CEILING LIGHTS IMPORTANT Before getting out of the
car, make sure the switch is at central po-
sition: lights off with doors closed in or-
FRONT CEILING WITH SPOT der to avoid draining the battery.
LIGHTS fig.39/a AND WITH In any case, if the switch is left inadver-
DIFFUSED LIGHTIING LED tently to the on position, the lights will
DEVICES
SAFETY
F0R0043m
C and D will turn on/off when opening/ fig. 39/a
closing the front doors.
With switch A pressed on the left side,
lights C and D will always stay off. With
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
54
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Ceiling light timing LIGHT TIMING WHEN GETTING OUT
DASHBOARD
OF THE CAR
On certain versions to facilitate getting
in/out of the car at night or with poor After removing the key from the ignition
lighting, 2 different timed switching on switch, the ceiling lights will turn on as fol-
modes have been provided. lows:
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SAFETY
q within 2 minutes from turning the en-
LIGHT TIMING WHEN GETTING INTO THE CAR
gine off for about 10 seconds;
Lights will turn on as follows: q when opening one of the side doors for
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q for about 10 seconds when opening about 3 minutes; fig. 40 F0R0044m
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
q for about 10 seconds when closing the ing the doors. For versions fitted with boot light, it will
doors. turn on automatically when opening the
Timing will stop when turning the ignition tailgate and it will turn off at closing.
key to MAR.
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TECHNICAL
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55
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DASHBOARD
CONTROLS
F0R0048m F0R0049m
fig. 42 fig. 43
Press the switch again to turn the lights
off. FRONT FOG LIGHTS REAR FOG LIGHTS fig. 43
The use of hazard lights is governed by the (where provided) fig. 42
Highway Code of the country you are in. Press button to turn these lights on
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
Keep to the rules. To turn front fog lights on, press button providing the dipped beam headlights or
, to activate these lights it is necessary the front fog lights (where provided) are
to have the side/taillights switched on. switched on.
The warning light on the instrument The warning light on the instrument
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cluster will come on at the same time. panel will light up.
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Press the button again to turn the lights off. Either press the button again or switch the
The use of fog lights is governed by the dipped beam headlights and/or fog lights
Highway Code of the country you are in. (where provided) off.
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
56
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PARKING LIGHTS
DASHBOARD
These lights can only be turned on with ig-
nition key at STOP or removed, by mov-
ing the left stalk knurled ring first toOand
then to position or .
DEVICES
SAFETY
The warning light on the instrument
panel will come on at the same time.
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
F0R0035m F0R0023m
fig. 44 fig. 45
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
Press button A to switch the device on. To close: close the door and press lever
The device will be switched off automati- A. Also the rear doors will be locked in
cally after approximately 20 minutes. this way (centralised door locking system).
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Warning light will light up with the cor-
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responding message on the multifunctional
display (see chapter “ Warning lights and
Messages”).
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
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57
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DASHBOARD
FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH The message “FPS on” will appear on the Door unlocking in the event
digital display when the switch trips. The of a crash
The car is fitted with a safety switch that message “Fuel cut off swit ch, see hand-
book” will appear on the multifunctional If the fuel cut-off switch trips following an
in the event of a crash comes into opera- accident, the doors will be automatically
tion by cutting off fuel and turning off the display.
unlocked to let you leave the car and the
engine as a consequence.
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This device therefore prevents fuel leaks WARNING same time. The doors can always be
due to fuel piping breaking. opened from the inside of the car by
If, after a crash, you smell fu- means of the specific levers.
IMPORTANT After the accident, re- el or see leaks from the fuel
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
member to remove the electronic key system, do not reset the switch to Proceed as follows if no fuel leakage is
from the ignition device to prevent drain- avoid fine risk. found and and the car is in condition to be
ing the battery. driven to rearm the fuel cut-off switch.
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
WARNING
If the centralised door lock-
ing system was operated
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58
INTERIOR FITTINGS
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ODDMENT DRAWER fig. 48-49
To open the drawer operat e handl e
A- fig. 47.
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SAFETY
Inside the drawer there is a space
A-fig. 48 to keep documents.
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OF THE CAR
F0R0208m F0R0104m
fig. 46 ODDMENT COMPARTMENTS fig. 47
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
WARNING
Before resetting the fuel cut-
off switch carefully inspect
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the car for fuel leaks.
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F0R0077m
fig. 47
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
To reset the fuel cut-off switch, press but-
ton A-fig. 46.
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F0R0078m
fig. 49
59
Oddment compartment B-fig. 50 is lo-
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cated in the middle of the dashboard.
F0R0053m F0R0055m
fig. 50 fig. 52
panels.
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F0R0054m
fig. 51
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL CAR
INDEX
60
GLASS HOLDER - CAN HOLDER CIGAR LIGHTER
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DASHBOARD
(where provided) fig. 53-54 (where provided) fig. 55
There are cup holders on the central tun- It is located on the central console in front
nel (two cup holders in front of the gear- of the handbrake.
box and one behind it).
Press button A to switch on the cigar
DEVICES
SAFETY
lighter with ignition key at MAR.
After about 15 seconds the button will re-
turn to its initial position and is ready for
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OF THE CAR
fig. 53 F0R0058m use.
IMPORTANT Always check that the cig-
ar lighter has turned off.
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
WARNING
F0R0061m
The cigar lighter becomes
fig. 55 very hot. Handle with care.
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The device must not be used by chil-
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dren: risk of fire and/or burns.
F0R0059m
fig. 54
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TECHNICAL
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61
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DASHBOARD
DEVICES
SAFETY
CORRECT USE
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ternal rearview mirror. They may be ori- cated on the back of the seat backrest
ented frontally and to the side. fig. 59.
A courtesy mirror can be applied to the
back of sun visors A.
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F0R0063m
fig. 59
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
fig. 56-57
The ashtray is a removable plastic box that
can be fitted into the glass/can recesses on
TECHNICAL
62
DOORS
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
CENTRAL DOOR
LOCKING/UNLOCKING SYSTEM
DEVICES
SAFETY
Locking from the outside
With the doors closed, press button on
the remote control fig. 60 or insert and
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OF THE CAR
turn the metallic insert in the driver’s side fig. 60 F0M0409m
fig. 62 F0R0000m
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
Press lever A-fig. 62 to unlock all doors.
Pull the lever to unlock all doors.
Lacking power (blown fuse, battery dis-
connected, etc.) it is however possible to
EMERGENCY
lock the doors manually.
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After exceeding 20 km/h speed, doors will
F0M0410m be locked automatically if the set up menu
fig. 61
function has been selected (see paragraph
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
“Multifunction display” in this section).
Door unlocking from the outside
CAR
Briefly press button fig. 61 to obtain
remote door unlocking, timed ceiling light
turning on, directions indicator double
TECHNICAL
flashing or fit the metal insert into the dri-
ver’s door lock and turn it anticlockwise.
INDEX
63
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
WINDOW WINDERS
POWER WINDOWS
F0R0068m F0R0201m
fig. 63 fig. 64/b
B to open/close the left front window;
Automatic continuous operation
CHILD LOCK fig. 63 C to open/close the right rear window (where provided)
(where provided);
This device prevents opening the rear Power windows are equipped with an
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
doors from the inside. This device can be D to open/close the left rear window up/down mechanism for the front driver
engaged only with rear doors open. (where provided); side window and of a mechanism just for
q position 1 - device engaged (door the down movement of the other win-
E to inhibit rear door controls (where dows.
locked); provided).
EMERGENCY
q position 2 - device not engaged (door Hold one of the buttons pressed for
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may be opened from the inside). longer than half a second to operate the
The device stays on even if the doors are automatic continuous window operation
unlocked by the centralised system. function. The window will stop when its
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Always use this device when
TECHNICAL
64
Front and rear passenger door Power window system initialisation
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DASHBOARD
windows (where provided) Safety system shall be re-initialised after
Front passenger door armrest and rear disconnecting the battery or if the rele-
door armrests feature the switchesA-fig.65 vant protection fuse is blown.
to be used for controlling the correspo- Initialisation procedure:
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nding window.
SAFETY
q fully close manually the window to ini-
Press button A-fig. 66 to inhibit rear door tialise;
controls (where provided).
q after the window has reached the up-
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OF THE CAR
F0R0069m
fig. 65 per end of travel, hold the up button
WARNING pressed for at least one second.
Incorrect use of the power
windows may be dangerous.
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
Before operation, always check that
no-one is exposed to the risk of being
injured by directly by the moving win-
dow or objects getting caught and
dragged. When leaving the car, al-
EMERGENCY
ways remove the key from the igni-
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tion device to avoid the risk of injury
F0R0000m
due to accidental operation of the
fig. 66 power windows.
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TECHNICAL
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65
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DASHBOARD
BOOT
F0M0425m F0M0094m
shock absorbers of the tailgate itself. fig. 67 fig. 69
BOOT CLOSING
To close the boot, lower it onto the lock
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
66
AND CONTROLS
EXTENDING THE BOOT The boot extension to the right makes it
DASHBOARD
possible to carry two passengers on the
Partial extension (where provided) rear seat left-hand side.
(1/3 or 2/3) fig. 71 The boot extension to the left makes it
The boot can be partially (1/3 or 2/3) or possible to carry one passenger on the
rear seat right-hand side.
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SAFETY
totally extended splitting the rear seat.
Proceed as follows:
q tip the cushions forward;
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
F0R0075m
fig. 70
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
EMERGENCY
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F0R0076m
fig. 71
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
CAR
q pull the two locking devices A-fig. 70
upwards to unlock respectively the left
or right section of the backrest and
then guide the backrest onto the cush-
TECHNICAL
ion.
INDEX
67
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD EXTENDING THE BOOT BONNET
Maximum extension
OPENING THE BONNET
Tilt the rear seat completely to obtain
maximum boot extension. Proceed as follows:
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SAFETY
figure;
OF THE CAR
F0R0078m
q tip the cushions forward; fig. 73
q lift the bonnet and at the same time re-
q pull the fastening devices A-fig. 72 lease the rod D-fig. 76 from the catch,
upwards to release the backrests and To return the rear seat back to its
original position fig. 73 then fit end C-fig. 77 of the rod into
fold them onto the cushion. the bonnet recess E.
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
WARNING
F0R0075m
fig. 72 Make sure the backrest is
properly secured at both
TECHNICAL
68
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DASHBOARD
DEVICES
SAFETY
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
F0R0080m F0R0079m F0R0081m
fig. 74 fig. 75 fig. 76
LIGHTS AND
lifted from the windscreen.
MESSAGES
WARNING
q hold the bonnet up with one hand and
with the other remove rod C-fig. 77
from seat E and fit it back into its catch
D-fig. 76;
EMERGENCY
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F0R0082m
fig. 77
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
q lower the bonnet to approximately 20
CAR
centimetres from the engine compart-
ment and let it drop. Make sure that the
bonnet is completely closed and not
TECHNICAL
only fastened by the safety catch by try-
ing to open it. If it is not perfectly
closed, open the bonnet and repeat the
procedure. Do not simply press it.
IMPORTANT Always check that the bon-
INDEX
net is closed properly to avoid its opening
while the car is travelling.
69
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DASHBOARD
WARNING HEADLIGHTS HEADLIGHT AIMING DEVICE
The bonnet must always be This device works with the key at MAR
perfectly closed while trav- BEAM DIRECTION and the dipped beam headlights on. The
elling for reasons of safety. Make sure car will slant backwards when it is loaded,
that the bonnet is perfectly closed Correction direction of the headlights is raising the light beam. The beams must
essentially for the comfort and safety of therefore be directed again in this case.
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SAFETY
correct manner.
Dealership to have the headlights properly The display located on the instrument pan-
adjusted. el, provides the visual indication of the po-
WARNING sitions during the adjustment operation.
LIGHTS AND
boot.
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WARNING
Perform these operations Position 3 - driver + maximum admitted
when the car is stationary load in the boot.
only.
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
F0R0083m
fig. 78/b
(where applicable)
70
ABS SYSTEM
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FAILURE INDICATIONS
DASHBOARD
WARNING
(where provided) The ABS exploits the tyre- ABS failure
road grip at the best, but it
If you have never driven a car with ABS be- cannot improve it; you should there- ABS failure is indicated by the turning on
fore, it is advisable to perform a few tests fore take every care when driving on of warning light on the instrument pan-
on slippery ground, naturally in conditions
DEVICES
SAFETY
slippery surfaces without taking un- el together with the dedicated message on
of safety and respecting the Highway Code necessary risks. the multifunctional display (where pro-
of the country where you are driving.Read vided), (see section “Warning lights and
the following information carefully. messages”).
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OF THE CAR
The car is fitted with an ABS braking sys- ABS SYSTEM INTERVENTION In the case, the braking system will work
tem,which prevents the wheels from lock- as normal without the extra potentials of-
ing when braking, makes the most of road Intervention of the ABS is detected by a
slight pulsing of the brake pedal accompa- fered by the ABS system. Drive carefully
grip and gives the best control when emer- to the nearest Fiat-Tata Dealership to have
gency braking under difficulty road condi- nied by noise: such an event indicates that
LIGHTS AND
the system checked.
MESSAGES
WARNING
tions. you need to adjust your speed to the type
of road on which you are travelling.
System is completed by EBD (Electronic
Braking force Distribution), which dis-
tributes the braking action between front
EMERGENCY
WARNING
and rear wheels.
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When the ABS intervenes it
IMPORTANT Maximum efficiency of the means that you are ap-
braking system is obtained after approxi- proaching the grip limit between tyres
mately 500 km (when the car is new or af- and road: slow down to exploit all the
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
ter replacing the brake pads/discs): during available grip.
CAR
this time, avoid sudden, repeated and pro-
longed braking.
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71
EBD failure EOBD SYSTEM The system also has a diagnostic connec-
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tor that can be interfaced with appropri-
EBD failure is indicated by the turning on (where provided) ate tools, which makes it possible to read
warning lights and on the instru- the error codes stored in the control unit,
ment panel together with the dedicated The EOBD system (European On Board together with a series of specific parame-
message on the multifunctional display Diagnosis) allows continuous diagnosis of ters for engine operation and diagnosis.
(where provided), (see section “Warning
DEVICES
SAFETY
the components of the car correlated with This check can also be carried out by the
lights and messages”). emissions. traffic police.
In this case, the rear wheels may sudden- It also alerts the driver, by turning on the
ly lock and the car may swerve. Drive warning light on the instrument pan- IMPORTANT After eliminating the in-
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OF THE CAR
carefully to the nearest Fiat-Tata Dealers- el (together with relevant message on the convenience, to check the system com-
hip to have the system checked. multifunctional display, where provided) pletely, Fiat-Tata Dealerships are obliged
(see section “Warning lights and mes- to run a bench test and, if necessary,
sages”), when these conditions are no road tests which may also call for a long
journey.
LIGHTS AND
If warning light only lights The objective is: Go to a Fiat- Tata Dealer s-
up on the instrument panel hip as soon as possible if
(with a message on the multifunc- q to monitor system efficiency;
warning light either does
tional display, where provided), stop
EMERGENCY
q warn when a fault causes emissions lev- not light up when the key is
the car immediate and go to the
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72
SOUND SYSTEM
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
WARNING
(where provided) For connection to existing car
presetting system, contact
For the operation of the radio with Fiat-Tata Dealership to prevent any tr-
CD/MP3 CD (where provided), read the ouble that could impair car safety.
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SAFETY
instructions for use given in the Supple-
ment attached to the Owner Handbook.
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
F0R0085m
(where provided) fig. 79
The system consists of:
q sound system power wires Sound system installation
q front and rear speaker connecting The sound system shall be installed in the
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
wires proper space occupied by the central
q aerial power wire oddment compartment, here you will find
the preset cables.
q 2 tweeters on front doors
Lower the fasteners shown in fig. 79 to
EMERGENCY
q 4/6 full-range speakers on rear doors
remove the box.
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and rear valance panels
q radio aerial wire.
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DASHBOARD
ACCESSORIES ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC TRANSCEIVERS
DEVICE INSTALLATION AND MOBILE PHONES
PURCHASED BY THE
OWNER Electrical and electronic devices installed Radio transceiver equipment (e.g.: e-tacs
after buying the car by after-market ser- mobile phones, HAM radio systems and
vice must carry the following label: the like) shall not be used inside the car
If after buying the car, you decide to install
DEVICES
tact Fiat-Tata Dealership, whose qualified out separated aerial) produces radio-fre-
personnel , besides sugges ting the most quency electromagnetic fields which, am-
suitable devices belonging to Grande Punto IMPORTANT Traffic police may not allow plified by the resonance effects inside the
accessories Fiat, will also evaluate the the car on the road in the event of as- passenger compartment, may cause elec-
overall electric absorption, checking trical systems equipping the car to mal-
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
whether the car’s electric system is able tions to the features of the car. This may function. This could compromise safety in
to withstand the load required, or whether addition to constituting a potential hazard
it needs to be integrated with a more also cause lapse of warranty in relation to
faults caused by the change or either di- for the passengers.
powerful battery.
rectly or indirectly related to it. In addition, transmission and reception of
EMERGENCY
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FIAT INDIA AUTOMOBILES LTD. shall these devices may be affected by the
not be liable for damage caused by the inst- shielding effect of the car body.
WARNING
insallation of accessories either not sup- As concerns EC-approved mobile phones
Be very careful when fitting plied or recommended by FIAT IN-
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
spoilers, light alloy wheels or wheel in compliance with the provided instruc- mobile phone’s manufacturer.
cups: they could reduce brake venti- tions.
lation and consequently brake effi-
ciency in the case of repeated, violent
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AT THE FILLING
AND CONTROLS
DIESEL ENGINES
DASHBOARD
If you accidentally introduce
STATION For better performance use only normal other types of fuel in the
diesel (avoid premium diesel / with addi- tank, do not start the engine
tives) conforming with cetane number 51 and empty the tank. If the engine has
PETROL ENGINES minimum for diesel version. If the outside run also for a very short time, you will
temperature is very low, the diesel thick
DEVICES
SAFETY
Use only unleaded petrol. need to have the entire fuel feed sys-
ens due to the formation of paraffin clots tem emptied in addition to the tank.
The petrol octane rating (RON) must not and could clog the diesel fuel filter.
be lower then 91. In order to avoid these problems, differ-
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OF THE CAR
ent types of diesel are distributed ac-
IMPORTANT An inefficient catalyst leads cording to the season: summer type, win-
to harmful exhaust emissions, thus con- ter type and arctic type (cold, mountain
tributing to air pollution. areas).
LIGHTS AND
IMPORTANT Never use leaded petrol,
MESSAGES
WARNING
even in small amount or in an emergency,
as this would damage the catalyst beyond
repair.
EMERGENCY
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PROTECTING THE
ENVIRONMENT
The devices for curtailing petrol engine
emissions are the following:
DEVICES
SAFETY
F0M0203m F0R0210m
fig. 80 fig. 81
In addition, do not let the engine run, even
FUEL FILLER CAP fig. 80 for a test, with one or more spark plugs
disconnected.
To carry out fuelling, operate leverA-fig.81/82
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
to release the flap A and unscrew cap B; The devices for curtailing diesel fuel en-
the cap is fitted with a special device C gine emissions are the following:
which fastens it to the lid so it cannot be q oxidising catalytic converter;
mislaid.
q exhaust gas recirculation system
EMERGENCY
increase of pressure in the tank. A suction When refuelling, position the cap on the The catalytic converter de-
noise when you release the cap is there- device inside the lid as shown in fig. 80. velops high temperature dur-
fore entirely normal. ing operation. Do not park on grass,
dry leaves, pine needles or other flam-
TECHNICAL
WARNING
mable material: fire risk.
Do not approach naked
flames or lit cigarettes to the
fuel filler : fire risk. Keep your face
away from the fuel filler to prevent
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76
SAFETY DEVICES
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DASHBOARD
SEAT BELTS ........................................................................... 78
S.B.R. SYSTEM ....................................................................... 79
DEVICES
SAFETY
PRETENSIONERS.................................................................. 80
CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY ...................................... 83
FRONT AIRBAGS ................................................................. 87
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OF THE CAR
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
EMERGENCY
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SEAT BELTS B
A
USING THE SEAT BELTS fig. 1
The belt should be worn keeping the chest
straight and rested against the seat back.
DEVICES
SAFETY
PR
To fasten the seat belts, take hold the ES
S
F0R0150m F0R0151m
fig. 1 fig. 3
At removal, if it jams, let it rewind for a
short stretch, then pull it out again with-
out jerking. ADJUSTING THE FRONT SEAT
BELT HEIGHT (where provided)
Press button C to release the belt. Ac-
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
company the belt while it is being re- Always adjust the seat belt height to the
wound to prevent twisting. passenger’s body: this precaution may
considerably reduce the risk of injury in
Through the reel, the belt automatically the event of a collision.
adapts to the body of the passenger wear-
EMERGENCY
sudden braking, collisions and on high at the same time move the ring B-fig. 3
speed bends. Never press button C-fig. 1 to the most suitable of the allowed posi-
when travelling. tions.
The rear seat is fitted with inertial seat
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78
S.B.R. SYSTEM
AND CONTROLS
IMPORTANT Make sure the backrest is WARNING
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correctly fastened when returning it to the
position of normal use after folding it. Remember that in the event
of a violent collision, back The car is fitted with the S.B.R. system
seat passengers not wearing seat belts (Seat Belt Reminder) , consi sting of a
also represent a serious danger for buzzer (where provided) which, together
with the turning on of warning light on
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the front seat passengers.
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the instrument panel, warns the driver to
fasten the seat belt.
The buzzer can be deactivated (until the
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next engine stop) as follows:
WARNING
Make sure the backrest is q fasten the driver’s seat belt;
properly secured at both q turn the ignition key to MAR;
sides to prevent it moves forward in
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wait for over 20 seconds and then re-
WARNING
q
the event of sharp braking causing in-
juries to passengers. lease one of the seat belts.
For permanent deactivation, contact Fiat-
Tata Dealership.
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With digital display, the S.B.R. system can
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only be reset at Fiat-Tata Dealership.
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PRETENSIONERS WARNING LOAD LIMITERS
(where provided) The pretensioner can only To increase passenger’s safety, the front
be used once. Go to a Fiat seat belt reels contain a load limiter which
To increase the efficiency of the seat belts, Tata Dealership to have it replaced allows controlled sag in such a way as to
the car is fitted with pretensioners. These after is has been deployed. The exp- dose the force acting on the chest and
devices, in the event of a violent crash,
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irati ondat e is shown on the label in shoulders during the belt restraining ac-
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rewind the seat belts a few centimetres. the oddment compartment: go to tion in case of front crash.
In this way they ensure that the seat belt a Fiat-Tata Dealership to have the
adheres perfectly to the wearer before the device replaced when the expiration
restraining action begins.
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date approaches.
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A slight amount of smoke may be detect- cause damage or trigger them. These
ed during operation of the pretensioners. devices are not affected by vibrations
This smoke is not harmful and does not caused by irregularities of the road sur-
indicate a fire. face or low obstacles such as kerbs, etc.
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any assistance.
maintenance or greasing.
Anything that modifies its original condi-
tions invalidates its efficiency.
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F0R0089m F0R0090m F0R0091m
fig. 4 fig. 5 fig. 6
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR Seat belts must also be used by pregnant Of course they must position the lower
USING THE SEAT BELTS women: risk will be significantly reduced part of the belt very low down so that it
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for both the expectant mother and the passes under the abdomen, see fig. 4.
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The driver is responsible for respecting child in the event of an accident.
and ensuring that all the other occupants
of the car also respect the local laws in
force in relation to the use of seat belts.
WARNING
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Always fasten the seat belts before start-
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ing off. The belt must not be twist-
ed. The upper par t must
cross the shoulder and the chest di-
agonally. The lower part must adhere
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to the hips fig. 4 not to the abdomen.
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Do not use devices (clips, etc.) to hold
the seat belt away from your body.
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For maximum safety, keep If the belt has been subject- Each seat belt may only be
the back of your seat up- ed to heavy stress, for ex- used by one person at a
right, lean back into it and make sure ample after and accident, it should be time: do not carry children on your
the seat belt fits closely across your changed completely together with lap with one seat belt protecting
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chest and hips.Always fasten the seat the anchors, anchor fastening screws both. In general, do not place any ob-
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belts on both the front and the rear and the pretensioners. In fact, even if jects between the person and belt.
seats. Travelling without seat belts the belt has no visible defects, it could
will increase the risk of severe injury have lost its resilience.
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cident.
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WARNING
WARNING
Never disassemble or tamper
with the seat belt or preten-
sioner components. All interventions
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CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY
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HOW TO KEEP THE SEAT
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BELTS ALWAYS IN EFFICIENT
CONDITIONS
For optimal protection in the event of a Group 0 0-10 kg in weight
Observe the following: crash, all passengers must be seated and
wearing adequate restraint systems. Group 0+ 0-13 kg in weight
q always use the belt with the tap taut and
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never twisted; make sure that it is free This is even more important for children. Group 1 9-18 kg in weight
to run without impediments; Group 2 15-25 kg in weight
This prescription is compulsory in all EC
q replace the belt after an accident of a countries according to EC Directive Group 3 22-36 kg in weight
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certain severity even if it does not ap- 2003/20/EC.
pear damaged. Always replace the belt As it may be noted, the groups overlap
if the pretensioners where deployed. A child’s head is larger and heavier in pro- partly and in fact, in commerce it is pos-
portion to its body and the child’s muscu- sible to find devices that cover more than
q to clean the belt, wash by hand with wa- lar and bone structures are not fully de- one weight group.
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ter and mild soap, rinse and leave to dry
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veloped. For this reason, they require re-
in the shade. Do not use strong deter- straint systems which are different from All restraint devices must bear the certi-
gents, bleach, paints or any other sub- those used by adults to protect them in the fication data, together with the control
stance which could damage the belt fi- event of an accident. The research results brand, on a solidly fixed label which must
bres; in relation to the best protection for chil- absolutely never be removed.
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q keep the reels dry: correct operation dren is illustrated in European Regulation
may only be ensured if the reels are dry; EEC-R44 which divides the restraint sys-
tems into five groups in addition to mak-
q replace the seat belt when showing sig- ing their use compulsory:
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nificant wear or cut signs.
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DASHBOARD Over 1.50 m in height, from the point of WARNING WARNING
view of restraint systems, children are
considered as adults and wear the seat Do not place a cradle seat SEVERE DANGER If you
belts normally. facing backwards on the need to carry a baby on the
front seat if the passenger side airbag front passenger seat in a
Fiat accessories includes child restraint is on. Deployment of the airbag in an cradle restraint system fac-
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systems for each weight group. These dev- accident could cause fatal injuries to ing backwards, the passen-
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ices are recommended having been spe- the baby regardless of the severity of ger side airbags (front and
cifically designed for Fiat cars. the collision. It is advisable to carry side bags, where provided) must be
children in an appropriate restraint deactivated using the setup menu.
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system on the rear seat which is the Check the warning light on the
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most protected position in the event instrument panel. Move the passen-
of an accident. ger’s seat as far back as possible to
avoid contact between the cradle and
the dashboard.
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MESSAGES
WARNING
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F0R0092m F0R0093m F0R0094m
fig. 7 fig. 8 fig. 9
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backwards on a cradle seat, which, sup- dren may be carried facing forwards, with seat belts directly fig. 9. The child seat is
porting the head, does not induce stress seat fitted with front cushion, through only needed to position the child correctly
on the neck in the event of sharp decel- which the car seat belt restrains both child with respect to the belts so that the di-
eration. and seat fig. 8. agonal section crosses the child’s chest
and never the neck and is snug on the hips
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The cradle is restrained by the car seat
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belts fig. 7 and in turn it must restrain the not the abdomen.
child with its own belts.
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WARNING
CAR
WARNING The figure is indicative for
The figures are indicative for assembly purposes only. Refer to the in- assembly purposes only. Re-
structions supplied with the child restraint. fer to the instructions supplied with
the child restraint.
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WARNING
Some child restraint systems for weight group 0 and 1 have a rear at-
tachment to the car seat belts and its own seat belts for securing the child.
Due to their weight, they may be dangerous if incorrectly mounted (e.g. if fastened
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to the car seat belts with a cushion in between). Follow the assembly instructions
carefully.
85
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86
FRONT AIRBAGS
AND CONTROLS
Below is a summary of the rules of 4) Always check the seat belt is well fas-
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safety to be followed for carrying tened by pulling the webbing. (where provided)
children: 5) Only one child is to be strapped to
each retaining system. The car is provided with front airbags for
1) The recommended position for in- the driver and the passenger.
stalling child’s seat is on the rear seat, as 6) Always check the seat belts do not fit
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it is the most protected in the case of a around the child’s throat. The front driver / passenger air bags have
crash. been designed to protect the occupants in
7) While travelling, do not let the child the event of head-on crashes of medium-
2) If the passenger’s air bag is deactivat- sit incorrectly or release the belts. high severity, by placing the cushion be-
ed always check the amber warning light
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tween the occupant and the steering
on the cluster to make sure that it has ac- 8) Never carry children on your lap, even wheel or dashboard.
tually been deactivated. newborns. No-one, however strong, can
hold a child in the case of an accident. Front air bags are designed to protect
3) Carefully follow the instructions sup- car’s occupants in front crashes and there-
plied with the child restraint system which 9) In case of an accident, replace the
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fore non-activation in other types of col-
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WARNING
are mandatory by law. Keep the instruc- child’s seat with a new one. lisions (side collisions, rear shunts, roll-
tions in the car along with the other pa- overs, etc.) is not a system malfunction.
pers and this handbook. Do not use child
seats without instructions. WARNING An electronic control unit will make the
bag inflate in the event of a frontal crash.
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Do not place a cradle seat
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facing backwards on the The bag will inflate instantaneously placing
front seat if the passenger side airbag itself between the front occupant’s body
is on. Deployment of the airbag in an and the structures which could cause in-
accident could cause fatal injuries to jury. It will deflate immediately afterwards.
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the baby regardless of the severity of
Driver and passenger front airbags are not
CAR
the collision. It is advisable to carry
children in an appropriate restraint a replacement of but complementary to
system on the rear seat which is the the belts, which you are recommended to
most protected position in the event always wear, as specified by law in Europe
and most non-European countries.
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of an accident.
The volume of front air bags at max. in-
flation fills most of the space between the
steering wheel and the driver and between
the dashboard and the passenger.
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DASHBOARD In the event of a collision, a person not WARNING
wearing a seat belt may be thrown for-
ward and come into contact with the bag Do not apply stickers or oth-
before it has fully opened.The protection er objects on the steering
offered by the cushion is reduced in such wheel, passenger side airbag cover or
a case. side upholstery on roof. Do not place
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Front air bag may not be activated in the board because these could interfere
following situations: with the correct opening of the airbag
q in collisions against highly deformable (e.g. mobile phones) and cause severe
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injury to occupants.
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F0R0099m
objects not affecting the car front sur- fig. 11
face (e.g. bumper collision against guard
rail, etc.); DRIVER’S FRONT AIR BAG fig. 11
q jamming of the car underneath other The airbags are not deployed in the event It consists of an instant-inflating cushion
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WARNING
vehicles or protective barriers (e.g. un- of collisions of low severity (for which the contained in a special recess in the cen-
derneath a truck or a guard rail); in this withholding action of the seat belts is suf- tre of the steering wheel.
case, the bags would offer no addition- ficient). For this reason, the seat belt must
al protection with respect to the seat be worn at all times. In the case of side
belt and their deployment is unneces-
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MANUAL DEACTIVATION OF
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WARNING
DASHBOARD
PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAG
SEVERE DANGER: Do not
arranged cradle child re- Should it be absolutely necessary to car-
straints facing backwards if ry a child on the front seat, the passenger’s
the passenger’s airbag is on. front air bag can be deactivated.
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Deployment of the airbag in
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an accident could cause fa- The instrument panel warning light
tal injuries to the baby.Always deac- will stay on glowing steadily until reacti-
tivate the passenger’s airbag when vating the passenger’s front air bag.
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placing a child seat on the front seat.
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F0R0100m
fig. 12
Move the passenger’s seat as far back
as possible to avoid contact between
PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAG the cradle and the dashboard. Al- WARNING
fig. 12 though this is not mandatory by law, To deactivate the passen-
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WARNING
It consists of an instant-inflating cushion the airbag should be immediately re- ger’s front air bag, refer to
contained into a special recess in the activated when children are no longer paragraphs “Digital display” and
dashboard, this cushion has a volume big- carried to ensure better protection to “Multifunctional display” in section
ger than that of the driver. adults. “Dashboard and controls”.
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DASHBOARD IMPORTANT The front air bags may be If you are having the car scrapped, have GENERAL WARNINGS
deployed if the car is subject to heavy kno- the air bag system deactivated at a Fiat-
cks or accidents involving the underbody Tata Dealership first. If the car changes WARNING
area, such as for example violent shocks, ownership, the new owner must be info-
against steps, kerbs of low obstacles, fall- rmed of the method of use of air bags If when turning the key to
ing of the car in big holes or sags in the and the above warnings and also be gi- MAR the warning light
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ployed.The dust is not harmful and does on the basic of the type of collision. Non safety systems; in this event air bags
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not indicate the beginning of a fire. Fur- deployment of one of the devices does or pretensioners could not trigger in
thermore, the surface of the deployed bag not therefore indicate a system fault. case of impact or, in a minor number
and the interior of the car may be covered of cases, they could trigger acciden-
in a dusty residue: this dust may irritate tally. Contact Fiat-Tata Dealership im-
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90
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DASHBOARD
WARNING WARNING WARNING
Always drive holding your Have the airbag system The airbag deployment
hands on the steering wheel checked by a Fiat-Tata Deal- threshold is higher than that
rim so that the airbag can inflate ership if the car was stolen, if theft of the pretensioners. For collisions in
freely in the case of need. Do not dri- was attempted, or if the car was su- the range between the two thresh-
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SAFETY
ve with your body bent forward. Keep bjected to vandalism or flooding. olds, it is normal for only the preten-
your back straight against the back sioners to be activated.
rest.
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WARNING
When the key is turned to WARNING
WARNING MAR warning light (with Do not hook rigid objects to
Airbags may be deployed if passenger front airbag activate) will the coat hooks and to the
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MESSAGES
WARNING
another vehicle crashes if the blink for a few seconds to remind you support handles.
key is inserted and at MAR also if the that the airbag will be deployed in the
engine is not running and the car is event of a collision after which it
stationary. For this reason, children should go out.
must never sit on the front seat, even
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if the car is not moving. On the oth- WARNING
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er hand, if the key is inserted and at Airbags do not replace seat
STOP, none of the safety devices belts but increase their effi-
(airbag or pretensioners) will be de- WARNING ciency. Furthermore, since front
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ployed in a collision. Non deployment Do not wash the seats with airbags are not deployed in low speed
of the devices in this case does not in-
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pressurised water or steam collisions, side collisions, rear-end
dicate a system fault. (by hand or in automatic seat wash- shunts or roll-overs, the occupants are
ing stations). only protected by the seat belts which
must be fastened at all times.
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ENGINE STARTING ........................................................... 93
PARKING THE CAR ............................................................ 96
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ENGINE STARTING
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STARTING PROCEDURE FOR
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Do not leave the key in the ig-
nition switch with the engine PETROL VERSIONS
The car is provided with an electronic en- off to avoid unnecessary con- Proceed as follows:
gine lock device: refer to “The Fiat CODE sumption of electricity which
system” paragraph in “Dashboard and could drain the battery. It is dangerous q ensure that the handbrake is up;
controls” if you cannot start the engine.
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to run the engine in closed environ-
SAFETY
q put the gear lever into neutral;
The engine may be noisier during the first ments.
q press the clutch pedal down to the
seconds of operation, particularly after a floor without touching the accelerator;
long period of inactivity. This is charac- WARNING q
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teristic of hydraulic tappets, the timing sys- turn the ignition key to AVV and let
tem chosen to reduce the number of ser- Running the engine in con- it go the moment the engine starts.
vicing interventions and does effects nei- fined areas is extremely dan-
ther functionality nor reliability. gerous.The engine consumes oxygen If the engine does not start at the first at-
and produces carbon monoxide tempt, return the ignition key to STOP
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which is a highly toxic and lethal gas.
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before repeating starting.
WARNING
It is advisable not to demand
maximum performance from WARNING
EMERGENCY
your car (e.g. excessive accel- Remember that the brake
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erations, long distances at top booster and power steering
rpm, excessive intense braking, etc.) as are not operational until the engine
soon as the engine is started. has been started, therefore much ef-
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fort than usual is required on the
brake pedal and steering wheel.
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DASHBOARD If, when the ignition key is at MAR, the in- STARTING PROCEDURE FOR If the engine does not start at the first at-
strument panel warning light remains DIESEL VERSIONS tempt, return the ignition key to STOP
lit together with warning light turn the before repeating starting.
key to STOP and then back to MAR; re- Proceed as follows:
main on, try with the other keys provid- If, when the ignition key is at MAR , the
q ensure that the handbrake is up; instrument panel warning light re-
ed with the car.
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IMPORTANT Never leave the ignition key IMPORTANT If the instrument panel
to MAR when the engine is off. q wait for the warning light e to warning light stays on glowing
turn off. The hotter the engine is, the steadily, contact immediately Fiat-Tata
quicker this will happen; Dealership.
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the glow plugs. Release the key as soon Warning light will blink
as the engine starts. for 60 seconds after starting
or during prolonged cranking
to indicate a fault to the glow
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HOW TO WARM UP THE STOPPING THE ENGINE
DASHBOARD
Never jump start the engine
ENGINE AFTER IT HAS JUST by pushing, towing or driving Turn the ignition to STOP while the en-
STARTED downhill. This could cause a gine is idling.
(petrol and diesel engines) flow of fuel into the catalyt-
ic converter and damage it beyond re- IMPORTANT After a taxing drive, you
Proceed as follows: should allow the engine to “catch its
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pair.
SAFETY
q drive off slowly, letting the engine turn breath” before turning it off by letting it
at medium revs. Do not accelerate idle to allow the temperature in the en-
abruptly; gine compartment to fall.
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q do not demand too high performance
for the first few kilometres. Wait until
the engine coolant gauge starts moving.
A quick burst on the acceler-
ator before turning off the en-
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gine serves absolutely no
WARNING
practical purpose, it wastes
Remember that the brake fuel and is damaging especially to tur-
booster and power steering bocharged engines.
are not operational until the
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engine has been star ted,
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therefore much effort than usual is re-
quired on the brake pedal and steering
wheel.
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DASHBOARD PARKING THE CAR Proceed as followed to release the hand-
brake:
Proceed as follows: q slightly lift the handbrake and press re-
q stop the engine and engage the hand- lease button A;
brake; q hold button A pressed and lower the
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q engage a gear (on a slope, engage first lever.Warning light on the instru-
gear if the car is faced uphill or reverse ment panel will go out.
if it is faced downhill) and leave the Press the brake pedal when carrying out
wheels steered.
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battery.Always remove the key when you the two front seats.
leave the car. Pull the lever upwards to operate the
handbrake. Four or five notches are nor-
mally sufficient to lock the car on flat ter-
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on.
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USING THE MANUAL
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WARNING
GEARBOX Press the clutch pedal fully
to change gears correctly.
To engage the gears, press the clutch ped- For this reason, there must be no ob-
al fully and shift the gear lever into one of stacles on the floor under the pedals:
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SAFETY
the required positions (the diagram is make sure that mat are always flat
shown on the knob fig. 2). and do not interfere with the pedals.
IMPORTANT Reverse may only be en-
gaged when the car is at a standstill.With
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F0R0154m
the engine running, wait for at least 2 sec- fig. 2
onds with the clutch pedal fully pressed
before engaging reverse to prevent dam- Do not drive with your hand
To engage reverse R from neutral position, resting on the gear lever as
age to the gears and grating. shift the lever right-wards and then back the force exerted, even if
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fig. 2.
WARNING
slight, could lead over time to
premature wear on the gearbox inter-
nal components.
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DASHBOARD CONTAINING Electric devices DRIVING STYLE
RUNNING COSTS Use electric devices only for the amount
Starting
of time needed. Rear heated window, ad-
Here are some suggestions which may ditional headlights, windscreen wipers and Do not warm the engine up with the car
help you to keep the running costs of your heater fan need a considerable amount of standing: the engine warms up very slow-
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car down and lower the amount of toxic ly in these conditions, increasing con-
emissions released into the atmosphere. ment of current increases fuel consump- sumption and emissions. It is advisable to
tion (up to +25% in the urban cycle). start off immediately and slowly keeping
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS the engine speed down: the engine will
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pressure will increase consumption be- items may adversely affect air drag and
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Top speed CONDITIONS OF USE Traffic hold-ups
DASHBOARD
Fuel consumption considerably increases During prolonged hold-ups (level crossings)
as speed increases. Keep your speed as Cold starting the engine should be switched off.
even as possible, avoiding unnecessary Short distances and frequent cold start-ups
braking and acceleration which cause ex- will prevent the engine from reaching op-
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cessive fuel consumption and increase
SAFETY
timal running temperature. Consequently,
emissions. both consumption (from +15 to +30% on
urban cycle ) and emissions will increase.
Acceleration
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Sudden acceleration has a very negative Traffic and
effect on consumptions and emissions: ac- road conditions
celerate gradually and do not go over the Rather high consumption is caused by
maximum torque ratio. heavy traffic, for instance when travelling
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WARNING
in a queue with frequent use of low gears
or in cities with many traffic lights. Moun-
tain and rough roads also have a negative
effect on consumption.
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CAR INACTIVITY clean and protect the painted parts us-
q q cover the car with a fabric or perfo-
ing protective wax; rated plastic terrapin. Do not use com-
If the car is to be left inactive for longer pact plastic sheets which do not allow
clean and protect the shiny metal parts
q
humidity to evaporate from the surface
than a month, the following precautions using special compounds readily avail-
should be noted: of the car;
able;
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q park the car in covered, dry and if pos- sprinkle talcum powder on the rubber
q
sible well-ventilated premises; mal specified pressure and check it at
windscreen and rear window wiper intervals;
q engage a gear; blades and lift them off the glass;
q if you don’t disconnect the battery from
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q check that the handbrake is not en- slightly open the windows;
q
the electric system, check its charge
gaged; every month (see paragraph “Charge
q disconnect the negative battery termi- level check” in chapter “Maintenance
nal and check battery charge (see para- and care”);
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WARNING
graph “Charge level check” in chapter q recharge the battery if necessary (see
“Maintenance and care”). Repeat this paragraph “If the battery is flat” in chap-
check once every three months dur- ter “In an emergency”);
ing storage. Recharge the battery if nec-
essary (see paragraph “If the battery is q do not drain the engine cooling system.
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100
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GENERAL WARNINGS ..................................................... 102 FIAT CODE PROTECTION
SYSTEM FAILURE.................................................................. 108
LOW BRAKE FLUID ............................................................ 102
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EXTERNAL LIGHTS FAILURE ........................................... 109
HANDBRAKE ON................................................................ 102
AIR BAG FAILURE ................................................................ 103 REAR FOG LIGHTS.............................................................. 109
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HOT GENERIC FAILURE INDICATION ................................. 109
ENGINE COOLANT ........................................................... 103
SIDELIGHTS AND LOW BEAMS ..................................... 110
LOW BATTERY CHARGE ................................................. 104
FOLLOW ME HOME ........................................................... 110
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WARNING
LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE.......................................... 104
FRONT FOG LIGHTS ........................................................ 110
INCOMPLETE DOOR LOCKING.................................... 105
LEFT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR ........................ 110
SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED .......................................... 105
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RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR .................... 110
EBD SYSTEM FAILURE ........................................................ 105
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS............................................... 110
INJECTION SYSTEM FAILURE
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
(DIESEL VERSIONS) ............................................................ 106
CAR
EOBD SYSTEM FAILURE (PETROL VERSIONS) ......... 106
FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG DEACTIVATED ........... 107
TECHNICAL
ABS SYSTEM FAILURE......................................................... 107
FUEL RESERVE ....................................................................... 107
GLOW PLUG WARMING ................................................ 108
INDEX
GLOW PLUG WARMING FAILURE ............................... 108
WATER IN DIESEL FUEL FILTER ..................................... 108
101
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
WARNING LIGHTS LOW BRAKE FLUID Handbrake on
LEVEL (red)
AND MESSAGES The warning light turns on when the hand-
(where provided) HANDBRAKE ON (red) brake is on.
Turning the ignition key to MAR the IMPORTANT If the warning light turns on
GENERAL WARNINGS
DEVICES
Press MENU ESC to stop the warning tain versions together with the mes-
cycle in both cases. The warning light on sage on the display) stop the car im-
the instrument panel will stay on until the mediately and contact Fiat-Tata De-
cause of the fault is eliminated. alership.
TECHNICAL
INDEX
102
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AIR BAG FAILURE WARNING HOT ENGINE
DASHBOARD
(red) COOLANT (red)
If when turning the key to
MAR the warning light
Turning the ignition key to does not turn on or if it stays on when Turning the ignition key to
MAR the warning light turns on, but it travelling (together with the message MAR the warning light turns on, but it
should go off after few seconds. should go off after few seconds.
DEVICES
on the multifunctional display, where
SAFETY
The warning light stays on steady if there provided) there could be a failure in The warning light turns on when the en-
is a failure in the airbag system. safety systems; in this event air bags gine is overheated.
or pretensioners may not be deployed
On certain versions the dedicated message If the warning light comes on, proceed as
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
in case of impact or, in a minor num-
is displayed. ber of cases, they be deployed acci- follows:
dentally. Contact Fiat-Tata Dealership q during normal travel: stop the car,
immediately to have the system checked. stop the engine and check that the wa-
ter level in the vessel is not under the
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
MIN line. In this case, wait for a few
minutes for the engine to cool down
when slowly and carefully open the
WARNING cap, top-up with coolant and check
EMERGENCY
Failure of warning light that the level is between the MIN and
IN AN
(warning light off) is indicat- MAX references on the vessel itself.
ed by warning light which will Also check for leakages. Go to a Fiat-
blink for longer than the normal 4 Tata Dealership if the warning should
seconds indicating that the front pas- come on when the engine is started
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
senger airbag is off. again.
TECHNICAL
INDEX CAR
103
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DASHBOARD q In the case of demanding use LOW BATTERY LOW ENGINE OIL
slow down and stop the car if the CHARGE (red) PRESSURE (red)
war ning light stays on. Stand for 2
or 3 minutes with the engine running Turning the ignition key to Turning the igniti on key to
and slightly accelerated to promote a MAR the warning light turns on, but it MAR the warning light turns on, but it
better circulation of coolant. Then should go out as soon as the engine is should go out as soon as the engine is
DEVICES
SAFETY
stop the engine. Check correct liquid started (with the engine running at idle started.
level as described above. speed a brief delay in going out is allowed).
On certain versions the dedicated message
Go to a Fiat-Tata Dealership immediately is displayed.
CORRECT USE
a Fiat-Tata Dealership.
IN AN
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL CAR
INDEX
104
INCOMPLETE DOOR SEAT BELTS NOT EBD FAILURE
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
LOCKING (red) FASTENED (red) (red) (amber)
DEVICES
SAFETY
shut. The warning light will blink and a buzzer will EBD system failure or that the system is
sound if the front seat belts are not cor- not available. Early locking of the rear
On certain versions the dedicated message rectly fastened. The buzzer of the S.B.R.
is displayed. wheels may occur in the event of violent
(Seat Belt Reminder) system may only be braking causing the car to swerve. Drive
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
A buzzer will sound when doors/tailgate switched off by a Fiat-Tata Dealership. On very carefully to a Fiat-Tata Dealership to
are open and the car is moving. some versions the system may be reac- have the system inspected.
tivated from the setup menu.
On certain versions the dedicated message
is displayed.
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
EMERGENCY
IN AN
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
INDEX CAR
105
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DASHBOARD INJECTION SYSTEM EOBD ENGINE CONTROL If the light flashes, release the accelerator
FAILURE SYSTEM FAILURE pedal to lower the speed of the engine un-
(Multijet versions - til the warning light stops flashing; contin-
Under normal conditions, turning the ig- ue the journey at moderate speed, trying
amber) nition key to MAR, the warning light turns to avoid driving conditions that may cause
EOBD SYSTEM on but it should go off after engine starting. further flashing and contact Fiat-Tata
DEVICES
Under normal conditions, turning the ig- system which could cause high emis- Go to a Fiat-Tata Dealership
nition key to MAR, the warning light turns sions at the exhaust, possible lack of as soon as possible if warning
on but it should go off after engine start- performance, poor handling and high light either does not light
ing. consumption levels. up when the key is turned to
MAR or if while travelling the warning
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
If the warning light stays on or turns on On certain versions the dedicated mes- lights comes on either steady or blink-
when travelling, means a fault in the sup- sage is displayed. ing (along with a message on the dis-
ply/ignition system which could cause high In these conditions, you may continue play).
emissions at the exhaust, possible lack of travelling at moderate speed without de-
EMERGENCY
performance, poor handling and high con- manding excessive effort from the engine.
IN AN
106
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FRONT PASSENGER ABS SYSTEM FAILURE FUEL RESERVE (amber)
DASHBOARD
AIRBAG (amber)
DEACTIVATED
(amber) Turning the ignition key to Turning the ignition key to
MAR the warning light turns on, but it MAR the warning light turns on, but it
Warning light comes on when front should go off after few seconds. should go off after few seconds.
DEVICES
SAFETY
passenger’s airbag is deactivated.
The warning light will light up when the The warning light turns on when about 7
With front passenger’s airbag on, turning system is either not working or not avail- litres fuel are left in the tank.
the ignition key to MAR, warning light able. In the case, the braking system will
IMPORTANT The warning light will blink
CORRECT USE
comes on steadily for about 4 sec-
OF THE CAR
work as normal without the extra poten-
onds, it flashes for other 4 seconds and tials offered by the ABS system. Drive to indicate a system failure. Go to a Fiat-
then it shall go off. carefully and go to a Fiat-Tata Dealership Tata Dealership to have the system che-
as soon as possible. cked.
LIGHTS AND
On certain versions the dedicated message
MESSAGES
WARNING
WARNING is displayed.
Warning light indicates
failure of warning light .
This condition is indicated by inter-
EMERGENCY
IN AN
mittent blinking of warning light
for longer than 4 seconds. In this case,
warning light may not indicate
fault to the system. Contact Fiat-
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
Tata Dealership immediately to have
CAR
the system checked before driving off.
TECHNICAL
INDEX
107
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD GLOW PLUG WATER IN DIESEL CAR PROTECTION
WARMING FUEL FILTER SYSTEM FAILURE -
(Multijet versions - amber) (Multijet versions - amber) FIAT CODE (amber)
GLOW PLUG Turning the ignition key to MAR the Turning the key to MAR the warning light
WARMING FAILURE warning light turns on, but it should go off shall flash only once and then go off.
DEVICES
SAFETY
IMPORTANT With hot ambient temper- If with the engine running the warning light
ature, warning light stays on for very short The presence of water in the flashes, this means that the car is not
time. feeding circuit may cause se- protected by the engine inhibitor device
vere damage to the injection (see “Fiat Code system” in section “Dash-
Glow plug warming failure system and irregular engine
EMERGENCY
The warning light will blin k in the event operation. If warning light lights up
of a failure to the glow plug heating sys- (on some versions with the message on Contact Fiat-Tata Dealership to have all the
tem. Go to a Fiat-Tata Dealership as so- the display), go to a Fiat-Tata Dealers- key stored.
on as possible. hip as soon as poss ible to have the
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
108
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EXTERNAL LIGHT GENERIC FAILURE Speed limit exceeded
DASHBOARD
FAILURE (amber) INDICATION (where provided)
The warning light will come on (amber) The display will show the dedicated mes-
(some versions only) when a fault sage when the car exceeds the set speed
to one of the following lights is detected: The warning light turns on in the follow- limit (see “Multifunctional Display” in sec-
ing circumstances.
DEVICES
tion “Dashboard and controls”).
SAFETY
– side/taillights
Engine oil pressure sensor failure Diesel filter failure
– brake lights
The warning light turns on when failure is (where provided)
– rear fog lights
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
detected in Engine oil pressure sensor Go The warning light will come on when a
– direction indicators to a Fiat-Tata Dealership to have the fault diesel filter system failure is detected.The
– number plate lights. fixed as soon as possible. display will show the dedicated message
(where provided).
The fault may be caused by: one or more External light fault
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
burnt lamps, a blow protection fuse or in- (where provided)
terruption of the electrical connection.
See description of warning light .
On certain versions warning light
comes on instead. Fuel cut-off switch tripped
EMERGENCY
IN AN
On certain versions the dedicated message The warning light comes on when the fu-
is displayed. el cut-off switch trips.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
sage.
CAR
REAR FOG LIGHTS
(amber)
TECHNICAL
when the rear fog lights are turned on.
INDEX
109
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD SIDE/TAIL LIGHTS LEFT-HAND MAIN BEAMS (blue)
AND LOW BEAMS DIRECTION
(green) INDICATOR The warning light turns on
(green - intermittent) when the main beams are
FOLLOW ME HOME turned on.
(green) The warning light turns on when the di-
DEVICES
SAFETY
button is pressed.
OF THE CAR
110
IN AN EMERGENCY
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
STARTING THE ENGINE ................................................... 112
REPLACING A WHEEL ...................................................... 113
DEVICES
SAFETY
WHEN NEEDING TO CHANGE A BULB ..................... 119
IF AN EXTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT.......................... 121
CORRECT USE
IF AN INTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT .......................... 126
OF THE CAR
IF A FUSE BLOWS ................................................................ 128
IF THE BATTERY IS FLAT................................................... 135
LIFTING THE CAR ............................................................... 135
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
TOWING THE CAR ........................................................... 135
EMERGENCY
IN AN
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
INDEX CAR
111
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DASHBOARD
STARTING THE Proceed as follows to start the engine:
ENGINE q connect positive terminals (+ near the
terminal) of the two batteries with a
EMERGENCY START-UP jump lead;
Go to a Fiat-Tata Dealership immediately with a second lead, connect the nega-
q
DEVICES
SAFETY
if instrument panel warning light comes tive terminal (–) of the auxiliary battery
on steady. to an earthing point on the engine or
the gearbox of the car to be started;
CORRECT USE
F0R0242m q
fig. 1
If the battery is flat, the engine may be q when the engine has been started, re-
started using an auxiliary battery with the move the leads reversing the order
same capacity or a little higher than the WARNING
above.
flat one. This procedure must be per-
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
formed by expert personnel If after a few attempts the engine does not
because incorrect actions may cause start, do not insist but contact the near-
electrical discharge of considerable in- est Fiat-Tata Dealership.
tensity. Furthermore, battery fluid is
EMERGENCY
112
IMPORTANT Never connect the negative REPLACING A WHEEL
AND CONTROLS
BUMP STARTING
DASHBOARD
terminals of the two batteries directly:
sparks could ignite explosive gas released Never bump start the engine by pushing,
from the battery. If the auxiliary battery is towing or driving downhill. This could GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
installed on another car, prevent acciden- cause a flow of fuel into the catalytic con-
tal contact between metallic parts of the verter and damage it beyond repair. Wheel changing and correct use of the
DEVICES
jack and spare wheel call for some pre-
SAFETY
two cars. IMPORTANT Remember that the brake cautions as listed below.
booster and the power steering system
are not operating until the engine is start-
ed, a greater effort will therefore be re-
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
quired to press the brake pedal or turn
the steering wheel. WARNING
Indicate that the car is sta-
tionary according to the laws
in force: hazard lights, triangle, etc.
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
Passengers should leave the car, par-
ticularly if it is very loaded and wait
for the wheel to be changed away
from on-coming traffic. Apply the
EMERGENCY
handbrake.
IN AN
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
INDEX CAR
113
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
WARNING WARNING Important notes:
The spare wheel is specific The jack may only be used to q the jack weighs 1.76 kg;
for your car. Do not use it on replace wheels on the car q the jack requires no adjustment;
cars of different models. Do not use which it equips or other cars of the
spare wheels of different models on same model. Never use the jack for q the jack cannot be repaired: replace
DEVICES
your car.The wheel bolts are specif- other purposes, such as lifting other
SAFETY
WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
cations” chapter.
TECHNICAL
INDEX
114
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To change a wheel proceed as open the tailgate and lift the mat;
q
DASHBOARD
follows:
q stop the car in a position so that it is
not a danger for on-coming traffic and
where you can replace the wheel safe-
DEVICES
SAFETY
ly. The ground must be flat and com-
pact;
q stop the engine off and pull up the hand-
brake;
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
q engage first gear or reverse;
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
EMERGENCY
IN AN
F0R0107m
fig. 2
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
q loosen the fastener A ;
CAR
q take the spare wheel B ;
q take out the tool box C and take it near
TECHNICAL
to the wheel to be changed;
INDEX
115
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
DEVICES
SAFETY
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
F0R0108m
fig. 3
the ground;
q warn anybody nearby that the car is
about to be lifted.They must stay clear
and not touch the car until it is back on
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
the ground;
TECHNICAL CAR
INDEX
116
AND CONTROLS
REFITTING THE
DASHBOARD
STANDARD WHEEL
Following the procedure described previ-
ously, raise the car and remove the spare
wheel.
DEVICES
SAFETY
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
F0R0156m F0R0157m
fig. 5 fig. 6
LIGHTS AND
bolts and finally loosen the fourth bolt ted using the wrench;
MESSAGES
WARNING
L-fig. 5 and extract the wheel; tighten the fastening bolts;
q
make sure the contact surfaces be-
q
tween spare wheel and hub are clean q turn the jack handle L-fig. 4 to lower
so that the fastening bolts will not come the car and remove the jack;
EMERGENCY
loose;
IN AN
use the wrench provided to fasten the
q
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
q
it temporarily into the spare wheel
CAR
compartment with the cosmetic side
facing upwards.
TECHNICAL
INDEX
117
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD Versions with steel rims Versions with alloy rims When you have finished
Proceed as follows: Proceed as follows: q fit the jack partially open in its box
C-fig.2 forcing it lightly to prevent it fr-
q make sure the contact surfaces be- q insert the wheel on the hub and using om vibrating when traelling;
tween spare wheel and hub are clean the wrench provided tighten the bolts;
so that the fastening bolts will not come q put the tools back into their places
DEVICES
SAFETY
q using the wrench provided, tighten the q reposition the mat in the boot.
fastening bolts;
q lower the car and remove the jack;
EMERGENCY
118
WHEN NEEDING TO TYPES OF BULBS
AND CONTROLS
WARNING
DASHBOARD
CHANGE A BULB Modifications or repairs to Various types of bulbs are fitted to your car:
the electrical system (elec-
tronic control units) that are not car-
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ried out properly or do not take the
DEVICES
technical specifications of the system
SAFETY
q When a bulb is not working, check that
the corresponding fuse is intact before into account can cause malfunctions
replacing it: refer to the “If a fuse leading to the risk of fire.
blows” paragraph in this chapter for
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
fuse location.
q before changing a bulb check the con-
tacts for oxidation; WARNING
burnt bulbs must be replaced by others Halogen bulbs contain pres-
LIGHTS AND
q
MESSAGES
WARNING
of the same type and power; surised gas which, if broken,
may cause small fragments of glass to
q always check the height of the headlight be projected outwards.
beam after changing a bulb, for reasons
of safety.
EMERGENCY
IN AN
IMPORTANT A slight misting may appear
Halogen lamps must be han- on the internal surface of the headlight:
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
dled holding the metallic part this does not indicate a fault and is caused
by low temperature and the degree of hu-
CAR
only. Touching the transparent
part of the bulb with your fin- midity in the air. Misting will rapidly dis- fig. 7 F0R0112m
gers may reduce the intensity of the appear when the headlights are switched
emitted light and even compromise du- on. The presence of drop inside the head- A All glass bulb: clipped into place. Pull
lights indicates infiltration of water. Go to
TECHNICAL
ration of the lamp itself. In the case of to extract.
accidental contact, rub the lamp with a a Fiat-Tata Dealership.
B Bayonet bulbs: to remove this type
cloth and spirit and leave to dry. of bulb from its holder, press the
bulb and turn it anticlockwise.
INDEX
C Cylindrical bulbs: release from the
contacts to extract.
D-E Halogen bulbs: release the fastening
clip from the corresponding seat to
remove the lamp.
119
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD Bulbs Ref. figure Type Power
Main-beam headlights D H4 60W/55W
Dipped beam headlights D H4 60W/55W
Front sidelights A W5W 5W
DEVICES
SAFETY
120
IF AN EXTERIOR LIGHT
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
BURNS OUT
For the type of bulb and power rating, see
“When needing to change a bulb”.
DEVICES
SAFETY
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
F0M0178m F0M0179m
fig. 8 fig. 9
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
dipped beam, main beam and direction in-
dicator bulbs. q remove the snap-fitted rubber cap A,
as shown by the arrow;
The bulbs are arranged inside the light unit
as follows: q press tabs B and remove the bulb hold-
EMERGENCY
er;
IN AN
A sidelights q remove the bulb C and replace it;
B dipped beams/main beams (double
light) q refit the bulb holder and refit the cap
A, check for proper locking.
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
C direction indicators
TECHNICAL
INDEX CAR
121
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
DEVICES
SAFETY
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
DIPPED BEAM/ MAIN BEAM DIRECTION INDICATORS q remove the bulb D pushing it gently and
HEADLIGHTS fig. 10 turning counterclockwise (“bayonet”
LIGHTS AND
tor and release the bulb holder catch; the arrow, then use the lid B; catch A.
q remove the bulb B and replace it; remove the cover/bulb holder C-fig.11/b
q
122
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
DEVICES
SAFETY
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
F0M0182m F0M0223m
fig. 12 fig. 13
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
q work on the lens A to compress the in- Contact Fiat-Tata Dealership to have front
ternal catch B, then pull the unit out- fog lights A-fig. 131replaced.
wards;
EMERGENCY
q turn the bulb holder Ccounterclock-
IN AN
wise, remove the snap-fitted bulb D
and replace it;
F0M0184m
q refit the bulb holder C in the lens by fig. 14
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
turning it clockwise;
REAR LIGHT CLUSTERS fig. 14-15
CAR
q refit the unit making sure the catch
clicks into place B. Rear light clusters contain taillights, brake
light and direction indicators bulbs.
TECHNICAL
The bulbs are arranged inside the light unit
as follows:
B direction indicators
C taillights
INDEX
D taillights/brake light (double light).
123
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
DEVICES
SAFETY
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
F0M0208m F0M0209m
fig. 16 fig. 17
(where provided)
q open the tailgate then, slacken the two
fastening screws A; Contact Fiat-Tata Dealership to have rear fog
q
lights A replaced.
disconnect the central electric connec-
TECHNICAL
124
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
DEVICES
SAFETY
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
F0R0252m F0R0253m F0R0123m
fig. 18 fig. 19 fig. 20
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
brake lights bulb replaced
EMERGENCY
IN AN
F0R0124m
fig. 21
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
NUMBER PLATE LIGHT fig. 20-21
CAR
To change the bulb proceed as follows:
q work in the point shown by the arrow
and remove lens A-fig. 20;
TECHNICAL
q change the bulb fig. 21 releasing it from
the side contacts and making sure the
new bulb is correctly fastened between
the contacts;
INDEX
q refit the snap-fitted lens unit.
125
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
IF AN INTERIOR LIGHT
BURNS OUT
For the type of bulb and power rating, see
“When needing to change a bulb”.
DEVICES
SAFETY
F0R0115m F0R0117m
q work in the points shown by the ar- fig. 22 fig. 23
rows and remove light A-fig. 22;
q open the protection lid B-fig. 23;
LIGHTS AND
properly.
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL CAR
INDEX
126
BOOT LIGHT (where provided) re-close the protective cover B on the
AND CONTROLS
q
DASHBOARD
fig. 24 lens;
To change the bulb, proceed as follows: refit the light A inserting it in its cor-
q
rect position firstly on one end and
q open the tailgate; then on the other until it clicks into
q remove the light A levering in the point place.
DEVICES
SAFETY
shown by the arrow;
q open the protection B and replace the
snap-fitted bulb;
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
F0R0234m
fig. 24
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
EMERGENCY
IN AN
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
INDEX CAR
127
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
IF A FUSE BLOWS WARNING
Go to a Fiat-Tata Dealership
GENERAL if a general protection
fuse blows (MEGA-FUSE, MIDI-
The fuse is a protective device for the FUSE, MAXI-FUSE).
electric system: it comes into action (i.e.
DEVICES
SAFETY
WARNING
OF THE CAR
F0R0122m
fuse when a device does not work: the fig. 25
conducting element A-fig. 25 must not be Remove the key from the ig-
interrupted. If it is, replace the blown fuse nition switch and switch off
with another with the same amperage Never replace a blown fuse all loads before replacing a fuse.
(same colour). with metallic wires or other
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
material.
B undamaged fuse
C fuse with damaged filament.
WARNING
EMERGENCY
IN AN
a Fiat-Tata Dealership.
TECHNICAL CAR
INDEX
128
FUSE LOCATION
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
The fuses are grouped in three units on
the dashboard, in the engine compartment
and on the positive battery terminal.
DEVICES
Fuse box on the dashboard
SAFETY
To gain access to the fuses in the fuse box
on the dashboard, remove the cover A
fig. 26.
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
F0R0125m
fig. 26
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
F34 F48 F49 F35 F13
EMERGENCY
IN AN
F46 F33 F37 F42 F12
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
CAR
F52 F41 F43 F40 F44
TECHNICAL
INDEX
F0R0126m
fig.27
129
Fuse box in engine compartment
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
To gain access to the fuses in the fuse box
next to the battery, remove the protec-
tion cover fig. 28.
DEVICES
SAFETY
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
F0R0127m
fig. 28
F03
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
F01
F02
EMERGENCY
F06
IN AN
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
CAR
F07
F04
TECHNICAL
F05 F00
F08
INDEX
F0R0128m
fig. 29
130
FUSE TABLE
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
Fuse box on dashboard
DEVICES
SAFETY
Right dipped beam headlight F12 7.5
Left dipped beam headlight, headlight corrector F13 7.5
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
INT/A for relay coils (T08,T17) in engine compartment fuse box and body F31 7.5
computer node
Subwoofer F32 15
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
Power windows control unit (left rear window motor) F33 20
Power windows control unit (right rear window motor) F34 20
EMERGENCY
+15 reversing lights, brake lights control, air mass meter, glow plug pre-heating F35 7.5
IN AN
unit, water in diesel fuel sensor, tachometer generator, level sensor 2
Power window unit (+30 for electronics) F36 7.5
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
+15 instrument panel, NA brake lights control F37 7.5
CAR
Body computer node F38 20
Radio node F39 10
TECHNICAL
Heated rear window F40 30
+15 brake system node F42 7.5
Windscreen wiper control (two-way pump) F43 20
INDEX
131
LOADS FUSE AMPERES
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
132
Fuse box in engine compartment
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
LOADS FUSE AMPERES
Dashboard CPL 1 F01 70
Dashboard CPL 2
DEVICES
F02 40/60
SAFETY
Ignition switch F03 20
Brake valves F04 30
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
Brake pump F05 40
Engine cooling fan (low speed) F06 20/30
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MESSAGES
WARNING
Engine cooling fan (high speed) F07 20/30/40
Climate control fan F08 30
Horn F10 15
EMERGENCY
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Engine control system secondary loads F11 10
Right main beam headlight F14 7.5
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Left beam headlight F15 7.5
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EOBD F16 7.5
Engine control system primary loads F17 15
TECHNICAL
Engine control unit F18 10
Conditioner compressor F19 7.5
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LOADS FUSE AMPERES
AND CONTROLS
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Spare F24 –
Glow plug pre-heating unit F00 50
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
134
IF THE BATTERY IS FLAT LIFTING THE CAR
AND CONTROLS
WARNING
DASHBOARD
Battery fluid is poisonous
IMPORTANT The battery recharging pro- and corrosive: avoid contact If the car is to be lifted, go to a Fiat-Tata
cedure is provided as an example only. with your skin and eyes. The battery Dealersh ip which is equipped with the
You are recommended to go to a Fiat- recharging operation must be per- arm hoist or workshop lift.
Tata Dealership to have this operation
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formed in a ventilated placed away
SAFETY
performed. from naked flames o possible sources
Low amperage slow recharging for ap- of sparks to avoid the risk of explo-
proximately 24 hour is advised. Rapid bat- sion and fire.
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OF THE CAR
tery charging with high currents could
damage the battery.
Charge the battery as follows: WARNING
q disconnect battery negative terminal; Never attempt to recharge
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
a frozen batter y: defrost it
WARNING
q connect the charger cables to the bat- first to prevent the risk of explosion.
tery terminals, observing the poles; If a batt ery was frozen, have it in- fig. 29 F0R0129m
EMERGENCY
ternal elements are not damaged Lift the car exclusively by positioning the
when you have finished, turn the charg-
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q
and that the casing is not cracked jack arms or the shop jack in the points
er off before disconnecting the battery; shown in the figure.
causing the risk of leakage of poiso-
q reconnect battery negative terminal. nous, corrosive gas.
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TOWING THE CAR
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The tow ring provided with the car is
housed in the tool box under the boot
mat.
TECHNICAL
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135
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DASHBOARD FASTENING THE TOW WARNING
RING fig. 29
Clean the threaded seat
Proceed as follows: carefully before fastening
q release the cap A; the ring. Make sure that the ring is
fully fastened in the seat before tow-
q take the tow hook B from the sup-
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port;
q tighten the ring on the rear or front
threaded pin.
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F0M0238m
fig. 30
WARNING
Release the steering wheel
WARNING WARNING lock before towing (see “Ig-
The power brakes and pow- Do not start the engine while nition device” in “Dashboard and con-
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
er steering will not work while towing the car. trols”).The power brakes and power
the car is being towed. More effort on steering will not work while the car is
the brake pedal and steering wheel will being towed. More effort on the brake
therefore be required. Do not use wires pedal and steering wheel will therefore
be required. Do not use wires for tow-
EMERGENCY
the towing device and the behaviour car specifically in relation to the tow-
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AND CONTROLS
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SCHEDULED SERVICING ................................................ 138
SERVICE SCHEDULE
DEVICES
SAFETY
PETROL VERSIONS ............................................................. 139
SERVICE SCHEDULE
DIESEL VERSIONS ............................................................... 141
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REGULAR INSPECTIONS ................................................. 143
DEMANDING USE OF THE CAR ................................... 143
CHECKING FLUID LEVELS................................................ 144
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
AIR CLEANER ...................................................................... 149
POLLEN FILTER ................................................................... 149
BATTERY ................................................................................ 149
EMERGENCY
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WHEELS AND TYRES ......................................................... 152
RUBBER HOSES .................................................................... 153
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WINDSCREEN WIPERS ...................................................... 153
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BODYWORK ........................................................................ 155
INTERIORS ............................................................................ 157
TECHNICAL
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SCHEDULED SERVICING IMPORTANT Scheduled service coupons IMPORTANT You are advised to contact
are required by the manufacturer. Default Fiat-Tata Dealers hip in the event of any
Correct maintenance is essential for en- may cancel the warranty. minor operati ng faults, without waiting
suring long car life under the best condi- for the next service coupon.
Scheduled Servicing is performed by all
tions. Fiat-Tata Dealership, at pre-established If your car is used frequently for towing,
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ly cover all of the need of your car: It is be carried out only with the explicit agree-
however important to remember that ment of the Customer.
scheduled servicing does not completely
cover all the car’s requirements: also in
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check, etc.
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SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL CAR
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138
SERVICE SCHEDULE PETROL VERSIONS
AND CONTROLS
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Service coupons shall be performed every 15,000 kms
Inspection
Thousands of kilometres at 3000 kms 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150 165 180
DEVICES
SAFETY
Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure if
necessary
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps,
direction indicators, hazard warning lights, luggage
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
compartment light, passenger compartment lights,
instrument panel warning lights, etc.)
Check operation of windscreen wash/wipe
LIGHTS AND
Check front disc brake pad condition and wear,
MESSAGES
WARNING
replace if required
Check rear drum brake linings condition and wear
replace if requried
EMERGENCY
Visually inspect conditions and integrity: exterior
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bodywork, underbody protection, pipes and hoses
(exhaust - fuel - brakes), rubber parts (boots,
sleeves, bushes, etc.), Oil leakage and Coolant leakage
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
Check cleanness of locks, bonnet and boot and
lever cleanness and lubrication
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Visually inspect condition of the auxiliary drive belt/s
and accessory drive belt, replace if required
TECHNICAL
Replace auxiliary drive belt/s and accessory drive
belt
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust if necessary
Check evaporation control system
INDEX
Replace fuel filter
Replace air filter cartridge ( )
139
Inspection
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD Thousands of kilometres at 3000 kms 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150 165 180
Replace spark plugs
Check and Top up fluid levels (engine coolant, brake
fluid, screen washer, battery, and power steering oil,
DEVICES
SAFETY
etc, if requried) ( )
Check condition of toothed driving belt,
replace if required
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Wheel alignment
Tires rotation (Pattern : Front to Rear)
TECHNICAL
( ) Regardless of the km covered, Air filter should be replaced earlier if operating in dusty condition
(*) Regardless of the km covered, the timing belt shall be replaced every 4 years for particularly demanding use
(cold climates, driving in the city, idling for a long time) or in any case every 5 years
INDEX
140
SERVICE SCHEDULE DIESEL VERSIONS
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
Service coupons shall be performed every 15,000 kms
Inspection
Thousands of kilometres at 3000 kms 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150 165 180
DEVICES
SAFETY
Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure if
necessary
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps,
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direction indicators, hazard warning lights, luggage
OF THE CAR
compartment light, passenger compartment lights,
instrument panel warning lights, etc.)
Check operation of windscreen wash/wipe
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
Check front disc brake pad condition and wear,
replace if required
Check rear drum brake linings condition and wear,
replace if required
EMERGENCY
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Visually inspect conditions and integrity: exterior
bodywork, underbody protection, pipes and hoses
(exhaust - fuel - brakes), rubber parts (boot, sleeves,
bushes, etc.), Oil leakage and Coolant leakage
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
CAR
Check cleanness of locks, bonnet and boot and lever
cleanness and lubrication
Visually inspect condition of the auxiliary drive belt/s
TECHNICAL
and accessory drive belt, replace if required
Replace auxiliary drive belt/s and accessory drive
belt
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust if necessary
INDEX
Replace fuel filter
141
Inspection
AND CONTROLS Thousands of kilometres
DASHBOARD
at 3000 kms 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150 165 180
Replace air filter cartridge ( )
Check and Top up fluid levels (engine coolant, bra-
ke fluid screen washer, battery, and power steering
DEVICES
SAFETY
Wheel alignment
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( ) Regardless of the km covered, Air filter should be replaced earlier if operating in dusty condition
TECHNICAL
(*) Regardless of the km covered, the timing belt shall be replaced every 4 years for particularly demanding use
(cold climates, driving in the city, idling for a long time) or in any case every 5 years
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REGULAR DEMANDING USE
AND CONTROLS
check cleanness of locks, bonnet and
q
DASHBOARD
boot and lever cleanness and lubrica-
INSPECTIONS OF THE CAR tion;
Every 1,000 km or before long journeys, Should prevailing use of the car be under visually inspect the conditions of: en-
q
check and top up if required: one of the following specially heavy con- gine, gearbox, transmission, pipes and
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hoses (exhaust - fuel - brakes), rubber
SAFETY
ditions:
q Engine Oil level; parts (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.);
q dusty roads;
q engine coolant fluid level; check battery charge and liquid level
q
q short distances (less than 7-8 km) re- (electrolyte) (see paragraph “Charge
CORRECT USE
q brake - clutch fluid level and type;
OF THE CAR
peated and with external temperatures level check” in chapter “Maintenance
q power steering fluid level; below zero; and care”);
q tyre pressure and conditions; q frequently idling engines or long dis- visually inspect the accessory drive belt
q
tance low speed driving (e.g. taxis or conditions;
operation of lights (headlights, direction
LIGHTS AND
q
MESSAGES
door-to-door deliveries) or in case of
WARNING
indicators, hazard lights, etc.); a long term inactivity; check pollen filter and replace, if re-
q
quired;
q in cities;
check air cleaner and replace, if re-
q
perform the following inspections more quired.
EMERGENCY
frequently than shown on the Service
IN AN
Schedule:
q check front disk brake pad conditions
and wear;
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TECHNICAL
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CHECKING FLUID
WARNING
Never smoke while working
DEVICES
SAFETY
F0M0418m
topping up: they are all reci- fig. 1 - 1.2 8Vversions & 1.4 16V version
procally incompatible and
may severely damage your car.
EMERGENCY
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1. Engine coolant
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
2. Battery
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5. Engine oil
6. Power steering fluid
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144
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1. Engine oil
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2. Engine coolant 4
3. Windscreen washer fluid 6
4. Brake fluid 5
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5. Battery
SAFETY
2
6. Power steering fluid.
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
1 3
F0R0235m
fig. 2 - 1.3 Multijet version
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
EMERGENCY
IN AN
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
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ENGINE OIL fig.4-5
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION
Check the oil level a few minutes (about The maximum engine oil consumption is
5) after the engine has stopped, with the usually 400 grams every 1,000 km.
car parked on level ground.
When the car is new, the engine needs
The oil level shall be included between the to run in, therefore the engine oil con-
DEVICES
SAFETY
MIN and MAX marks on the dipstick B. sumption can only be considered stabilised
The range between the MINand MAX after the first 5,000 - 6,000 km.
levels corresponds to approximately IMPORTANT The oil consumption de-
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fig. 3 - 1.2 and 1.4 16V versions F0M0149m pends on driving style and the conditions
under which the car is used.
If the oil level is near or even under the IMPORTANT After adding or changing
MIN line, add oil through the filler A to the oil, let the engine turn over for a few
LIGHTS AND
reach the MAX line. seconds and wait a few minutes after turn-
MESSAGES
WARNING
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If the level is low, slowly pour a mixture of
DASHBOARD
40% PARAFLU UP & 60% deminerali-
zed water through filler A of the vessel un-
til the level approaches the MAX line.
DEVICES
SAFETY
PARAFLU UP antifreeze is
used in the engine cooling sys-
tem. Use fluid of the same
type contained in the cooling
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
F0R0136m F0R0137m
fig. 5 system for top-ups. PARAFLU UP may fig. 6
not be mixed with other types of fluids.
If this accidentally occurs, do not start WINDSCREEN WASHING
Always top up using engine oil the engine and contact a Fiat-Tata De-
of the same types as that al- FLUID fig. 7
alership.
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
ready in the engine. To top up, remove the cap A.
Pour a mixture of 10% of fluid SC 35 &
90% of distilled water and check level
WARNING through the reservoir.
EMERGENCY
Waste engine oil and oil filters The cooling system is pres-
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contains substances which are surised. If required, replace
dangerous for the environ- the cap with an original spare part so
ment. It is advisable to have as not to compromise system effi-
oil and filters changed by a Fiat-Tata
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
ciency. Do not remove the cap from
Dealership where they will be dispos- the vessel when the engine is hot: risk
CAR
ed of according to the law. of burns.
TECHNICAL
ENGINE COOLANT fig. 6
The coolant level must be checked when
the engine is cold and must be between
the MIN and MAX lines on the vessel.
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AND CONTROLS WARNING
DASHBOARD
Prevent brake fluid which is
Do not travel with the wind- highly corrosive from coming
screen washing reservoir into contact with painted
empty: the windscreen washer is fun- parts. Wash with water im-
damental to improve visibility. mediately if this should happen.
DEVICES
SAFETY
WARNING
WARNING Brake fluid is poisonous and
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
Release cap A: check that the liquid con- to 0.12 mm). Symbol on the contain in-
IN AN
tained in the tank is at the maximum level. dicates a synthetic brake flu-
IMPORTANT Brake fluid absorbs mois- id, which is different from a mineral
Fluid level in the reservoir must not ex- ture. For this reason, if the car is mainly fluid. Use of a mineral type fluid will
ceed the MAX mark. used in areas with a high degree of at- damage the special rubber seals of
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
Use the brake fluid shown in the “Fluids mospheric humidity, the fluid should be the braking system beyond repair.
CAR
and lubricants” table (see “Technical Spec- replaced at more frequent intervals than
ifications”). specified in the “Service schedule”.
TECHNICAL
INDEX
148
BATTERY
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
WARNING
Prevent power steering flu-
id from coming into contact The car fits a low-maintenance battery.
with hot engine parts: the liquid is Under normal condition it does not need
flammable. frequent top ups with distelled water.
DEVICES
SAFETY
AIR CLEANER
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
F0R0139m
fig. 8
Have the air cleaner replaced by a Fiat-
POWER STEERING FLUID fig. 9 Tata Dealership. (Refer Service schedule)
Check that the oil level with the car on flat
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
ground and the engine cold is between the
MIN and MAX lines on the reservoir POLLEN FILTER
body.The level may go over the MAX
line when the oil is hot. Have the pollen filter replaced by a Fiat-
If topping up is required, make sure the oil
EMERGENCY
Tata Dealership.
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you used has the same specifications as
that already in the system.
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
Oil consumption is extremely
CAR
low; if another top-up should
be required after only a short
period of time, have the system checked
for leakage at a Fiat-Tata Dealership.
TECHNICAL
INDEX
149
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD CHANGING THE BATTERY IMPORTANT Check the battery charge
once a year, preferably before the begin- Incorrect assembly of electric
If required, replace the battery with a gen- ning to winter, to prevent freezing of the and electronic devices may
uine spare part having the same specifi- electrolyte. Perform this inspection more cause severe damage to your
cations. frequently if the car is mainly used for car. Go to a Fiat-Tata Dealers-
If a battery with different specifications is short distances or if electrical devices run- hip if you want to install accessories (al-
arms, mobile phone, etc.): they will su-
DEVICES
SAFETY
fitted, the service intervals given in the ning with the key off are installed, partic-
“Service schedule” in this section will no ularly after-market. ggest the most suitable devi ces and
longer apply. advise you if a higher capacity battery
needs to be installed.
Follow the battery manufacturer’s in-
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
flames and sources of sparks away vironm ent. You are recom-
from the battery: risk of fire and ex- mended to go to a Fiat-Tata
plosion. Dealership to have the battery rep-
laced where the old battery will be dis-
posed of respecting both the environm-
EMERGENCY
IN AN
will damage the battery beyond re- If the car is left for long peri-
pair and even cause an explosion. ods in very cold environ-
ments, remove the battery and store it
in a warm place to prevent freezing.
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INDEX
150
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WARNING If after buying the car, you want to install The total intake of these systems (facto-
DASHBOARD
electric accessories which require per- ry and after-market) must be less than 0.6
Always wear the proper pro- manent electric supply (alarm, etc.) con- mA x Ah (of the battery) as shown in the
tective eyewear when work- tact Fiat-Tata Dealership whose qualified following table:
ing on the battery or near it. personnel,in addition to suggesting the most
suitable devices, will evaluate the overall
DEVICES
SAFETY
electric absorption, checking whether the
car’s electric system is capable of with- Battery Maximum
standing the load required, or whether it permissible
USEFUL ADVICE FOR loadless
should be integrated with a more power-
CORRECT USE
LENGTHENING THE LIFE OF consumption
OF THE CAR
ful battery.
YOUR BATTERY
Since these devices continue absorbing en- 40 Ah 24 mA
To avoid draining your battery and length- ergy even when the ignition key is off, they
en its life, observe the following indica- gradually run down the battery. 50 Ah 30 mA
tions:
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
60 Ah 36 mA
q when you park the car, ensure the
doors, tailgate and bonnet are closed
properly;
EMERGENCY
q switch off all lights inside the car: the
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car is however equipped with a system
whi ch switches all internal lights off
automatically;
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
q do not keep accessories (e.g. sound sys-
CAR
tem, hazard lights, etc.) switched on for
a long time when the engine is not run-
ning;
before performing any operation on the
TECHNICAL
q
electrical system, disconnect the bat-
tery negative cable;
q make sure that battery terminals are al-
ways be perfectly tight.
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151
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
WHEELS AND TYRES q a tyre will age even if it is not used
much. Cracks in the tread and on the
Check the pressure of each tyre, includ- sidewalls are a sign of ageing. Have the
ing the spare, approximately once every tyres checked by specialised personnel
two weeks and before starting a long jour- if they have been fitted for longer than
ney: this check must be performed with 6 years. Remember to check the spare
DEVICES
SAFETY
origin;
OF THE CAR
A normal pressure: evenly worn tread. and violent knocks against the curb, and rear tyres, it is advisable to change
potholes or other obstacles if possible. them over every 15 thousand kilome-
B low pressure: tread particularly worn Long distances on rough roads may tres, keeping them on the same side of
on the edges. damage the tyres; the car so as not to reverse the dire-
ction of rotation.
EMERGENCY
C excessive pressure: tread particularly q check the tyres regularly for cuts on the
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es, follow the laws in force in the coun- cause serious damage to wheels and Remember that the road
try where you are driving.
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152
RUBBER HOSES WINDSCREEN WIPER
AND CONTROLS
WARNING
DASHBOARD
Excessively low pressure will
cause overheating of the Carefully follow the information contained
in the “Service schedule” in this section BLADES
tyre and may cause severe tyre dam-
age. for maintenance of brake system and fuel Periodically clean the rubber part with
feed rubber hoses.
DEVICES
suitable products.
SAFETY
Ozone, high temperatures and prolonged
lack of fluid in the system may cause hard- Replace the blades if the rubber edge is
ening and cracking of the hoses, with pos- deform ed or worn. In all cases, it is ad-
CORRECT USE
WARNING visable to replace them approximately
OF THE CAR
sible leaks. Careful inspections are there-
Do not exchange the tyres fore necessary. once a year.
from the left to the right of A few simple precautions can reduce the
the car and vice versa. possibility of damage to the blades:
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
q make sure that the rubber part is not
stuck to the windscreen at sub-zero
temperatures. Use an antifreeze prod-
WARNING uct to release it if required.
EMERGENCY
Do not repaint alloy wheel q remove the snow from the window:
IN AN
rims at temperatures higher this will avoid overstressing the elec-
than 150°C.The mechanical features trical motor in addition to protecting
of the wheels could be compromised. the blades;
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
q do not operate the windscreen wipers
CAR
on dry glass.
WARNING
TECHNICAL
Driving with worn wiper
blades is a serious hazard,
because visibility is reduced in bad
weather.
INDEX
153
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD How to insert the blade:
q insert the blade fastening tabs in the
hole on the end of the arm;
q refit the arm with the blade on the
windscreen.
DEVICES
SAFETY
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
F0R0236m F0R0143m
fig. 10 fig. 11
q turn blade B 90° around pin C, locat- clogged, if necessary using a needle.
ed at the end of the wiper arm; The windscreen jets are directed by ad-
justing the angle of the nozzles.
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154
BODYWORK
AND CONTROLS
These are the most important: BODY AND UNDERBODY
DASHBOARD
q paint products and systems which give WARRANTY
PROTECTION FROM the car particular resistance to corro- Your car is covered by warranty against
ATMOSPHERIC AGENTS sion and abrasion; perforation due to rust of any original el-
q use of galvanised (or pre-treated) steel ement of the structure or body.
DEVICES
The main causes of corrosion are the fol-
SAFETY
lowing: sheets, with high resistance to corro- For the general terms of this warranty, re-
sion; fer to Fiat Warranty Booklet.
q atmospheric pollution;
q spraying the underbody, engine com-
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
q salty air and humidity (coastal areas, or partment, wheelhouse internal parts ADVICE FOR PRESERVING
hot humid climates); and other parts with highly protective THE BODYWORK
wax products;
q seasonal environment conditions.
q spraying of plastic materials for pro- Paint
Not to be underestimated is also the abra-
LIGHTS AND
tective purposes in the most exposed
MESSAGES
WARNING
sive action of wind-borne atmospheric points: under the doors, inside the Paintwork does not only serve an aes-
dust and sand and mud and gravel raised mudguard, along the edges, etc. thetic purpose, but also protects the un-
by other cars. derlying sheet metal.
q use of “open” boxed sections to pre-
On your car, Fiat implemented the best vent condensation and pockets of mois- Touch up abrasions and scratches immedi-
EMERGENCY
manufacturing technologies to effectively ately to prevent the formation of rust. On-
IN AN
ture from triggering rust inside.
protect the bodywork against corrosion. ly use genuine spare paint products for
touch-ups.
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
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155
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD Normal maintenance of paintwork consists Do not wash the car after it has been Windows
in washing the car: the frequency depends parked in the sun or when the engine is
on the conditions and environment where bonnet is hot: this could take the shine off Use specific window cleaner products.
the car is used. For example, it is advisable the paint. Use also clean cloths to avoid scratching
to wash the car more often in areas with the glass or damaging the transparency.
a high environmental pollution or on roads Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned in
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vent damage to it if the car is washed in increase the possibility of triggering rust
an automatic system; processes. Engine compartment
q wash the body using a low pressure jet IMPORTANT Bird droppings must be Wash the engine compartment carefully
of water; washed off immediately and thoroughly as after the end of the winter. Be careful not
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
q
shop.
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the car in the open for a while after wash- caps and guards) have not removed or
ing it to give time for the water to evap- damaged.
orate.
Front headlights
TECHNICAL
156
INTERIORS CLEANING SEATS AND FABRIC GENUINE LEATHER STEERING
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
PARTS WHEEL/GEAR LEVER KNOB
Periodically check that water is not Remove dust with a soft brush or a vacu- These components must be cleaned with
trapped under the mats (due to water um cleaner. It is advisable to use a moist mild soap and water only.
dripping off shoes, umbrellas, etc.) which brush on velvet upholstery.
could cause oxidisation of the sheet Never use spirit and/or alcohol based
DEVICES
SAFETY
metal. Rub the seats with a sponge moistened products.
with a solution of water and neutral de-
tergent. Before using off-the-shelves products de-
signed for cleaning car interiors, make sure
CORRECT USE
that they do not contain spirit and/or al-
OF THE CAR
WARNING The fabric upholstery of your cohol based substances before using them.
Never use flammable prod- car is designed to withstand If window cleaner accidentally drips onto
ucts, such as petrol ether or the normal wear and tear of the steering wheel or gear lever knob,
rectified petrol to clean inside the car. your car for a long time. Some wipe away immediately and then wash the
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
The electrostatic charges which are precautions are however needed.Avoid concerned area with mild soap and water.
generated by rubbing during the prolonged rubbing against clothing ac-
cleaning operation may cause a fire. cessories, such as metal buckles,Velcro
strips and the like, which by applying a IMPORTANT Be carefully when arranging
high pressure on the fabric in a small a steering wheel lock device, where applic-
EMERGENCY
able, to prevent damaging the leather up-
IN AN
area could cause the breakage of some
threads and damage the upholstery. holstery by rubbing.
WARNING
Do not keep aerosol cans in
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
INTERIOR PLASTIC PARTS
the car: risk of explosion.
CAR
Aerosol cans must not be exposed to It is advisable to clean interior parts with a
temperatures higher than 50°C.The moist cloth and a solution of water and mild
temperature may raise well beyond soap. Use specific products for cleaning plas-
that figure when the car is left in the tic, without solvents and specifically de-
TECHNICAL
sun. signed to prevent damage to the appearance
and colour of the treated parts to remove
grease and tough stains.
IMPORTANT Never use spirit or petro-
leum to clean the instrument panel.
INDEX
157
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DASHBOARD
T E C H N I C A L S P E C I F I C AT I O N S
IDENTIFICATION DATA .................................................... 159
ENGINE CODES - VERSIONS .......................................... 161
DEVICES
SAFETY
BRAKES ...................................................................................
.................................................................. 164
SUSPENSIONS....................................................................... 164
STEERING............................................................................... 164
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
158
IDENTIFICATION DATA
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FIAT INDIA AUTOMOBILES LTD.
*
Take note of the identification codes.The VIN
following identification codes are printed
and shown on the plates:
DEVICES
SAFETY
q Model plate marking.
q Chassis marking.
ENG NO.
*
FIAT GROUP AUTOMOBILES
S.P.A., ITALY
q Engine marking.
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
F0R0247m F0R0146m
fig. 1 fig. 2
q Tyre pressure marking.
q Child lock marking. MODEL PLATE MARKING fig. 1 CHASSIS MARKING fig. 2
q Fuel flap marking. This is applied to the right-hand side of the This is printed on the passegner com-
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
spare wheel shelf and shows the following partment floor bed under the front left
data: seat.
I) VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) q car model (MCA118155);
- Car Model and Version code
EMERGENCY
q chassis number.
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- Chassis number
ii) Engine Number
iii) Month and Year of Manufacturing ENGINE MARKING
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
Engine marking is stamped on the cylinder
CAR
block and includes the model and the
serial number.
TECHNICAL
INDEX
159
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DASHBOARD
DIESEL
FRONT
TYRE
REAR
FOR C OLD
TYRE PRES
165 / 80 R14
32 / 2.2
31 / 2.1
psi / bar
TYR E S O N LY
175 /
32 / 2.2
32 / 2.2
psi / bar
SUR
70 R14 19
DEVICES
E
SAFETY
32 / 2.2
UNLOCK LOCK
32 / 2.2
5 / 60 R15
psi / bar
CHILD LOCK
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
TYRE PRESSURE MARKING fig. 3 CHILD LOCK MARKING fig. 4 FUEL FLAP MARKING fig. 5
This label is secured on the inner side of driv- This label is secured inside both rear door This label is secured inside the fuel flap
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
er door (below lock striker plate). panel (below door lock). (according to the versions: PETROL
or DIESEL)
TYRE PRESSURE
PETROL DIESEL
EMERGENCY
160
1.2 8v
1.4 16v
Versions
1.3 Multijet
ENGINE CODES - VERSIONS
323B6600
199A2000
310A6600
Engine type code
161
162
FUEL FEED/IGNITION
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1.2 8v, 1.4 16v 1.3 Multijet
DEVICES
SAFETY
Multipoint electronic injection Multijet direct
Fuel feed “Common Rail”injection
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
WARNING
LIGHTS AND
Modifications or repairs to the fuel feed system that are not carried out properly or do not take the system’s
MESSAGES
WARNING
technical specifications into account can cause malfunctions leading to the risk of fire.
EMERGENCY
TRANSMISSION
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1.2 8v, 1.4 16v - 1.3 Multijet
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
Gearbox Five forward gears plus reverse with synchronisers for forward gears
CAR
Clutch Self-adjusting with pedal without idle stroke
Drive Front
TECHNICAL
INDEX
163
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
BRAKES
1.2 8v, 1.4 16v, 1.3 Multijet
Service brakes:
– front Ventilated Disc
DEVICES
SAFETY
– rear Drum brakes with self centring shoes with one control cylinder per wheel
Parking brake controlled by hand lever, operating on rear brakes
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
IMPORTANT Water, ice and salt sprinkled on the roads may deposit on the brake disks reducing braking efficiency
when the brakes are applied first time.
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
SUSPENSIONS
1.2 8v, 1.4 16v, 1.3 Multijet
STEERING
CAR
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SPARE WHEEL
DASHBOARD
Pressed steel rim Tubeless tyre.
RIMS AND TYRES
WHEEL GEOMETRY
Pressed steel or alloy rims. Tubeless ra-
Toe-in total front: - 1 +/- 1 MM
DEVICES
dial carcass tyres.
SAFETY
Respect the prescribed size to ensure Toe-in Rear (total): 3.8 +/- 2mm (unloaded)
safety of the car in movement. Fit tyres 4.4 +/- 2mm (loaded)
of the same make and type on all wheels.
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
The values refer to the car in running or- fig. 6 F0R0147m
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
Example: 185/65 R 15 88T
185 = Nominal width (S, distance in mm
between sidewalls).
EMERGENCY
65 = Height/width ratio (H/S) in per-
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centage.
R = Radial tyre.
15 = Rim diameter in inches (Ø).
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
CAR
88 = Load rate (capacity).
T = Maximum speed rating.
TECHNICAL
INDEX
165
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD Maximum speed rating Load rating (capacity) READING RIM
Q = up to 160 km/h. 70 = 335 kg 81 = 462 kg MARKINGS fig. 3
166
AND CONTROLS
Version Rims Tyres fitted Spare wheel (where provided)
DASHBOARD
Rim Tyre
DEVICES
SAFETY
dynamic 5½ J×14'’ 165/80 R14 85S 5½ J ×14” 165/80 R14 85S
1.2 8v
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
1.4 16v
1.3 Multijet
emotion 5½ J×14'’ 175/70 R14 84T 5½ J ×14” 175/70 R14 84T
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
emotion pack 6 J×15'' (Alloy Wheel) 195/60 R15 88T 6J x 15" ( pressed steel) 195/60 R15 88T
EMERGENCY
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SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
INDEX CAR
167
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DASHBOARD COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE (bar) (psi)
Tyre size
Medium load Full load Medium load Full load Medium load Full load
Front 2.0 (29) 2.1 (30.5) 2.0 (29) 2.1 (30.5) 2.0 (29) 2.2 (32)
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
1.2 - 8V
Rear 2.0 (29) 2.1 (30.5) 2.0 (29) 2.1 (30.5) 2.0 (29) 2.2 (32)
Front 2.1 (30.5) 2.2 (32) 2.2 (32) 2.3 (33.4) 2.0 (29) 2.2 (32)
1.4 - 16V& 1.3 Multijet
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
Rear 2.0 (29) 2.1 (30.5) 2.1 (30.5) 2.2 (32) 2.0 (29) 2.2 (32)
Add + 0.3 bar (4.4PSI) when the tyres are warm Recheck pressure value with cold tyres.
EMERGENCY
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SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL CAR
INDEX
168
DIMENSIONS
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
Dimensions are expressed in mm and re-
fer to the vehicle fitted with standar d
tyres.
DEVICES
SAFETY
The height refers to the vehicle unladen.
Boot volume
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
Unladen boot volume
(V.D.A. standards) ...................... 280 dm3
Boot volume with rear
seat folded ................................... 1030 dm3
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
EMERGENCY
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F0M0369m
fig. 7
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
CAR
Versions A B C D E F G H
TECHNICAL
1.2 8v
1.4 16v 3987 857 2510 620 1495 1471 1687 1467
1.3 Multijet
INDEX
IMPORTANT Track measurements may vary according to rim/tyre size.
169
WARNING
TECHNICAL CAR IN AN LIGHTS AND CORRECT USE SAFETY DASHBOARD
INDEX SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE EMERGENCY MESSAGES CAR
OF THEDEVICES AND CONTROLS
170
135
1.2 8v
PERFORMANCE
Top admitted speed after initial car use in km/h.
165
1.4 16v
165
1.3 Multijet
VEHICLE WEIGHTS (kg)
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Versions 1.2 MPI 8V 1.4 PDA 16v 1.3 Multijet
DEVICES
SAFETY
Payload (*) including the driver: 380 380 380
Front axle weight (laden) 823 843 898
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
Rear axle weight (laden) 697 682 672
Gross vehicle weight (**) 1520 1525 1570
LIGHTS AND
Load that can be towed with braked
MESSAGES
WARNING
trailer NA NA NA
EMERGENCY
IN AN
Max load on the roof NA NA NA
Max load on the toe hook NA NA NA
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
CAR
(*) If special equipment is fitted, the unloaded car weight increases thus reducing the specified payload, respecting the max.
allowable loads.
TECHNICAL
(**) Loads not be exceeded.The driver is responsible for arranging the loads so that they comply with these limits.
INDEX
171
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
CAPACITIES
Versions 1.2 MPI 8V 1.4 PDA 16v 1.3 Multijet Specified fuels and
genuine lubricants
Fuel tank: litres 45 45 – Unleaded petrol with RON 91
DEVICES
SAFETY
– – 5~7
OF THE CAR
Engine sump: litres 2.75 2.7 – Synthetic base SAE 5W40 grade
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
Hydraulic brake circuit: kg 0.4 0.4 without ABS 0.4 without ABS TOP 4
CAR
(*) Do not top up with oil having specifications different from the oil present in the car.
INDEX
172
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS AND SPECIFICATIONS
DEVICES
Use Fluid and lubricant specifications Genuine fluids and Changing
SAFETY
for correct car operation lubricants frequency
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
Lubricants for Synthetic base lubricants SAE 5W40 grade ACEA A3/B3/B4 Selenia K According to
petrol engines FIAT 9.55535-M2 or N2 qualification. Service Schedule
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
Lubricants for Synthetic base lubricants SAE 5W40 grade ACEA A3/B3/B4 According to
FIAT 9.55535-N2 qualification Selenia WR
diesel engines Service Schedule
EMERGENCY
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SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
CAR
Use of products with low-quality properties than ACEA A3/B3/B4 could cause damages to the engine that are not covered
by the warranty.
For very cold climate conditions, ask Fiat-Tata Dealership for the appropriate Selenia product to use.
TECHNICAL
INDEX
173
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD Use Fluid and lubricant specifications Genuine fluids and Applications
for correct car operation lubricants
SAE 75W 80,API GL+ Specifications. Tutela Car Technyx Manual transmissions
75W85 and differentials
DEVICES
SAFETY
Lubricants and
greases for trans- ATF DEXRON III Tutela Car GI/E Hydraulic power
steering
CORRECT USE
mission
OF THE CAR
Hydraulic Synthetic fluid, NHTSA no 116, DOT 4, ISO 4925, Tutela TOP 4 Hydraulic Brake and
brake/clutch fluids SAE J 1704 hydraulic clutch
commands
EMERGENCY
IN AN
Use percentage:
Protective inhibited monoethylene glycol based PARAFLU UP Mixture of 40% PARA-
Radiator antifreeze
antifreeze compound, CUNA NC 956-16 FLU UP & 60% demin-
eralized water
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
CAR
Windscreen / rear Alcohol,Water and surfactants mixture CUNA Tutela Professional Use percentage:
window washer NC956-11 Sc35 10% of fluid SC 35
fluid and 90% distilled
water
TECHNICAL
INDEX
174
INDEX
AND CONTROLS
DASHBOARD
ABS ...................................................... 71 Boot ....................................................... 66 Courtesy lights
Accessories purchased by – extending the boot ..................... 67 – boot light ....................................... 55
DEVICES
SAFETY
the owner ........................................... 74 – boot opening/closing ................... 66 – front ................................................ 54
Air bag Boot light .............................................. 127 Chassis (marking) ................................ 159
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
– front ................................................. 87 Brakes Checking fluid ...................................... 144
Air cleaner ............................................ 149 – brake fluid level ............................. 148 Child locks ........................................... 64
Air vents ............................................... 37 – brake specifications ...................... 164
Cigar lighter .......................................... 61
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
WARNING
Ashtray................................................... 62 Bulb (replacement)
Clutch .................................................... 163
At the filling station ............................ 75 – general instructions ...................... 119
Automatic climate Code Card ........................................... 7
– types of bulbs ................................ 119
EMERGENCY
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control system .................................. 43 Consumption
– engine oil ........................................ 146
Capacities ............................................ 172
Battery Control ................................................. 56
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
Car inactivity ........................................ 100
– jump starting ................................. 112
CAR
Correct use of the car ...................... 92
Care and maintenance
– recharging....................................... 135 Courtesy light
– changing the battery .................... 150 – regular inspections ....................... 143
– bulb replacement .......................... 126
TECHNICAL
– scheduled servicing ..................... 138
Bodywork
– service schedule ........................... 139
– maintenance ................................... 155 Dashboard ........................................... 5
– engine codes version ................... 161 – demanding use of the car .......... 143
Dashboard and controls .................... 4
INDEX
Bonnet .................................................. 68 Carrying children safely ..................... 83 Digital display ....................................... 15
175
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DASHBOARD Dimensions .......................................... 169 Engine coolant temperature gauge .. 14 Gearbox
Dipped headlamps EOBD system ...................................... 72 – using manual gearbox .................. 97
– bulb replacement........................... 122 External lights ...................................... 50 Glass/can holder .................................. 61
– control ............................................ 50 Glove compartment............................ 59
DEVICES
SAFETY
Doors..................................................... 63
– rear ................................................... 33
Front courtesy lights
Headlights ............................................. 70
– bulb replacement........................... 126
Engine – beam direction ............................. 70
EMERGENCY
– control ............................................ 54
IN AN
Engine compartment
– control button .............................. 56 Identification data .............................. 159
– washing ........................................... 146 Ignition device ...................................... 11
Fuel
TECHNICAL
– specifications ................................. 173 Fuses (if a fuse blows) ........................ 128 Interiors ................................................ 157
176
Jack ........................................................ Plates Seat belts
AND CONTROLS
114
DASHBOARD
Jacking the car ..................................... 116 – identification data ......................... 159 – using the seat belts ....................... 78
Pollen filter ........................................... 149 – general instructions ...................... 81
Key with remote control ................ 7 Power windows .................................. 64 – load limiters ................................... 80
DEVICES
SAFETY
Key without remote control ........... 9 – maintenance .................................. 83
Pretensioners ...................................... 80
Keys ........................................................ 7 Seats
Protecting the environment ............. 76
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
– adjustment ...................................... 31
Load limiters ...................................... 80
– cleaning ........................................... 157
Radio .................................................... 73
Main beam headlamps – roll over (rear seats)..................... 68
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
Rear fog lights
WARNING
– bulb replacement .......................... 122 – bulb replacement .......................... 124 Side lights
– control ............................................ 50 – control button .............................. 56 – control ............................................ 50
EMERGENCY
– flashing headlights ......................... 50 Rearview mirrors – front bulb replacement................. 122
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– exterior .......................................... 35 – rear bulb replacement .................. 123
Manual climate control system ........ 37
– interior ........................................... 35 Spark plugs
SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE
Multifunctional display ........................ 20
Refuelling the car ................................. 75 – type ................................................. 162
CAR
Number plate light ............................ 125 Rev counter .......................................... 13 Speedometer ........................................ 13
Reversing light ..................................... 124
TECHNICAL
Starting the engine
Oddment compartments.................. 59 Rubber hoses ....................................... 153
– bump starting ................................ 113
Paint ..................................................... 155 – emergency start-up ...................... 112
Parking the car ..................................... 96 Safety devices ..................................... 77
INDEX
– ignition device ................................ 11
Performance ........................................ 170 Seat height adjustment ...................... 31 – jump starting .................................. 112
177
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DASHBOARD – procedure for diesel versions .... 94 Using the manual gearbox .............. 97
– procedure for petrol versions .... 93
– stopping the engine....................... 95
Ventilation ........................................... 39
Symbols .................................................
MESSAGES
6
WARNING
Third brake light ................................. 125 – reading rim marking ..................... 166
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178
COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE (bar)
Front 2.0 (29) 2.1 (30.5) 2.0 (29) 2.1 (30.5) 2.0 (29) 2.2 (32)
1.2 - 8V
Rear 2.0 (29) 2.1 (30.5) 2.0 (29) 2.1 (30.5) 2.0 (29) 2.2 (32)
Front 2.1 (30.5) 2.2 (32) 2.2 (32) 2.3 (33.4) 2.0 (29) 2.2 (32)
1.4 - 16V& 1.3 Multijet
Rear 2.0 (29) 2.1 (30.5) 2.1 (30.5) 2.2 (32) 2.0 (29) 2.2 (32)
Add +0.3 bar to the prescribed inflation pressure when the tyres are warm. Recheck pressure value with cold tyres.
Unleaded petrol with R.O.N. 91min & normal diesel with cetane No.51minimum
NOTE
ESS