steering wheel FIAT BRAVO 2013 2.G Owners Manual

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DASHBOARDThe presence and position of the controls, instruments and indicators may vary according to the different
versions.1. Diffuser for directing air to the side windows - 2. Adjustable and directable air diffuser - 3. Exterior light control lever -
4. Instrument panel - 5. Windscreen wiper/rear window wiper/trip computer control lever - 6. Adjustable and directable
air diffusers - 7. Hazard warning lights switch - 8. Passenger front airbag - 9. Glove compartment - 10. Fog lights/rear
fog lights and menu access/setting switch unit - 11. Radio controls - 12. Heating/ventilation/climate control system
controls - 13. Electric power steering and ASR system (for versions/markets, where present)/front and rear parking
sensors (for versions/markets, where present) on/off switch unit - 14. Ignition key and ignition switch - 15. Driver side
front knee bag (for versions/markets, where provided) - 16. Driver front airbag - 17. Steering wheel locking lever -
18. Fuse box access flap - 19. Bonnet release lever
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STEERING LOCK
Engagement
When at STOP, remove the key and turn the
steering wheel until it locks.
Disengagement
Move the steering wheel slightly as you turn the
ignition key to MAR-ON.
IMPORTANT In some parking conditions (e.g.:
wheels turned) the effort required to move the
steering wheel and disengage the steering lock may
be increased.
WARNING
It is absolutely forbidden to carr y out
any aftermarket operation involving
steering system or steering column
modifications (e.g.: installation of anti-theft
device) that could badly affect performance
and safety, invalidate the warranty and also
result in non-compliance of the car with
type-approval requirements.
WARNING
Never remove the key while the car is
moving.The steering wheel will lock
as soon as it is turned.This holds true for cars
being towed as well.
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SEATSFRONT SEATS WITH MANUAL
ADJUSTMENT
Longitudinal adjustment fig. 29
Lift lever A (on the seat internal side) and push the
seat forwards or backwards: in driving position
your arms should rest on the rim of the steering
wheel.
Height adjustment fig. 29
Move lever B upwards or downwards to achieve the
required height.
IMPORTANT Adjustment must be carried out only
when seated in the relevant seat.
Backrest angle adjustment fig. 29
Turn knob C.
Lumbar adjustment fig. 29
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The position of the back against the seat backrest
can be adjusted by turning knob D.
All adjustments must be made with the
car stationary.
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STEERING WHEELIt can be adjusted both axially and vertically.
Release the lever A fig. 34 pulling it towards the
steering wheel, then adjust it in the most suitable
position and lock it pushing the lever A fully
forwards.
WARNING
It is absolutely forbidden to carr y out
any aftermarket operation involving
steering system or steering column
modifications (e.g. installation of anti-theft
device) that could badly affect performance
and safety, invalidate the warranty and also
result in the car not meeting type-approval
requirements.
WARNING
All adjustments must be carried out
only with the vehicle stationary and
engine off.
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EXTERIOR LIGHTSThe left lever fig. 47 includes the controls for the
exterior lights.
The exterior lights can only be switched on when
the ignition key is at MAR-ON.
LIGHTS OFF
Ring nut turned to position
.
SIDE LIGHTS
Turn the ring nut to position.
The warning light
switches on in the
instrument panel.
DIPPED HEADLIGHTS
Turn the ring nut to position
.The warning light
switches on in the
instrument panel.
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS
With the ring nut atposition, push the stalk
forward towards the dashboard (stable position).
The warning light
switches on in the instrument
panel.
To turn the main beam headlights off, pull the stalk
towards the steering wheel (dipped headlights
will turn on).
PARKING LIGHTS
These lights can be turned on only with the ignition
key at STOP or extracted by turning the ring nut
on the left stalk first to position
and then to
position
or
.
The warning light
switches on in the
instrument panel. Operate the direction indicator
stalk to select the side (right or left).
FLASHING
Pull the stalk towards the steering wheel (unstable
position) regardless of the position of the ring nut.
The warning lightswitches on in the instrument
panel.
DIRECTION INDICATORS
Place the stalk in the (stable) position fig. 48:
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❒up (position 1): activates the right direction
indicator
❒down (position 2): activates the left direction
indicator
Warning light
or
will flash in the instrument
panel.
Direction indicators are switched off automatically
when the steering wheel is straightened.
Lane change function
If you wish to signal a lane change, put the left stalk
in the unstable position for less than half a second.
The direction indicator on the side selected will
flash five times and then switch off automatically.
“Cornering lights”
When the dipped headlights are on and the speed is
below 40 km/h, if the steering wheel rotationangle is large or the direction indicators are on, a
light (incorporated in the fog light) will come on on
the relevant side to improve visibility at nighttime.
"FOLLOW ME HOME" DEVICE
This allows the space in front of the car to be lit up
for a certain period of time.
Activation
With the ignition key turned to STOP or removed,
pull the stalk fig. 49 towards the steering wheel
within 2 minutes from when the engine is turned
off.
At each single movement of the stalk, the lights will
remain on for an extra 30 seconds up to a
maximum of 210 seconds; then the lights are
switched off automatically.
Each action of the stalk corresponds with the
lighting of the
warning light in the instrument
panel (along with a message shown on the display)
(see "Warning lights and messages" chapter).
Deactivation
Keep the stalk pulled towards the steering wheel
for more than 2 seconds.
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Never use the windscreen wipers to
remove layers of snow or ice from the
windscreen. In such conditions, the
windscreen wipers may be subjected to excessive
stress and the motor protection, which prevents
operation for a few seconds, may intervene. If
operation is not restored, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
"Smart washing" functionfig. 52
Pull the stalk towards the steering wheel (unstable
position) to operate the windscreen washer.
Keep the stalk pulled, with just one movement, to
operate the washer jet and the windscreen wiper;
the latter automatically turns on if you keep the
stalk pulled for more than half a second.
The windscreen wiper stops operating a few
strokes after releasing the stalk; a further “cleaning
stroke”, after a few seconds, completes the wiping
operation.
RAIN SENSOR
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The rain sensor A fig. 53 is located behind the
interior rear view mirror in contact with the
windscreen and has the purpose of automatically
adjusting the frequency of the windscreen wiper
strokes depending on the intensity of the rain
during intermittent operation.The sensor has an adjustment range that varies
progressively from wiper still (no stroke) when the
windscreen is dry, to wiper at first continuous
speed (slow continuous operation) with intense
rain.
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WARNING
If the space-saver wheel is used, the
ESP system keeps operating. Always
remember that the space-saver wheel, being
smaller than the original wheel provides less
grip. For the correct operation of the ESP and
ASR systems it is vital that the tyres are the
same make and the same type on all the
wheels, in perfect condition and, above all, the
prescribed type, make and size.
ASR SYSTEM (Antislip Regulation)
This is integral to the ESP system and automatically
intervenes if one or both drive wheels slip, helping
the driver to control the car.
Depending on the slipping conditions, two different
control systems are activated:
❒if the slipping involves both drive wheels, the ASR
intervenes reducing the power transmitted by the
engine;
❒if the slipping only involves one of the drive
wheels, the ASR intervenes automatically braking
the wheel that is slipping.
The action of the ASR system is particularly helpful
in the following circumstances:
❒slipping of the inner wheel on bends due to
dynamic variations in the load or excessive
acceleration;❒excessive power transmitted to the wheels, also
in relation to road surface conditions;
❒acceleration on slippery, snowy or icy road
surfaces;
❒loss of grip on wet road surfaces (aquaplaning).
MSR SYSTEM (ENGINE DRIVE
REGULATION)
This is an integral part of the ASR system that, in
the event of a sudden gear downshifting, cuts in and
provides torque to the engine thus preventing
excessive drive wheel drive which, especially in
poor grip conditions, can lead to loss of stability.
ENGAGEMENT/DISENGAGEMENT OF THE
ASR SYSTEM
The ASR system switches on automatically each
time the engine is started.
When the system is active, a message is shown on
the display (see “Warning lights and messages”
chapter).
Whilst driving, the ASR can be deactivated and
subsequently activated again by pressing the ASR
OFF button on the dashboard, next to the steering
wheel.
Whilst driving, the ASR can be switched off and
subsequently switched on again by pressing button
C.
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"DUALDRIVE" ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING SYSTEMThe car is equipped with an electrically controlled
power steering system called “Dualdrive”, working
only with the ignition key at MAR-ON and the
engine running, that customises steering force
according to the driving conditions.
IMPORTANT When turning the ignition key quickly,
full power steering functionality can be achieved
after 1-2 seconds.
ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION (CITY
function)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
To turn the function on/off, press button A fig. 111
on the dashboard, next to the steering wheel.The activation of the function is signalled by the
word CITY on the display (in some versions it
is signalled by the switching on of the warning light
CITY).
When the CITY function is on, the steering wheel
effort is lighter and parking operations are easier:
therefore this function is particularly useful for
driving in city centres.
FAILURE INDICATIONS
Any failure of the electric power steering system is
indicated by instrument panel warning light
coming on together with a message on the
display (on some versions together with a symbol
on the display) (see “Warning lights and messages”
chapter).
In the event of electric power steering system
failure, the car can be driven with mechanical
steering.
SPORT FUNCTION
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The vehicle may be equipped with a system that
allows a choice between two styles of driving,
normal and sports.
Pressing the SPORT button fig. 112 produces a
sporty driving setting characterised by higher
acceleration response and more effort required at
the steering wheel for a sporty driving sensation.
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WARNING
Before starting any servicing operation,
stop the engine and remove the key
from the ignition switch to operate the
steering lock, particularly when the wheels do
not touch the ground. If this is not possible
(for example if the key needs to be turned to
MAR-ON or the engine must be running),
remove the main fuse that protects the
electric power steering.
TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM TPMS(Tyre Pressure Monitoring System)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The car may be fitted with a tyre pressure
monitoring system (TPMS), which informs the
driver of the tyre inflation status via the "Check
tyre pressure" and "Low tyre pressure" messages
on the display. For a detailed description of the two
messages, see "Warning lights and messages"
chapter. This system comprises a radio frequency
transmitter fitted to each wheel (on the wheel rim
inside the tyre), which is able to send information
on the tyre inflation pressure of each wheel to
the control unit.
WARNING
The presence of TPMS does not
exonerate the driver from regularly
checking the pressure of the tyres and the
spare wheel (see "Wheels" in the
"Maintenance and care" chapter).
WARNING
Sensor malfunctioning fault indications are not
stored and will therefore not be displayed after the
engine has been switched off and then on again. If
the fault conditions persist, the control unit will
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