fuel FIAT SEDICI 2009 2.G Owners Manual

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SERVICE STATION GUIDE
1.Fuel (see section 1)
2.Engine hood (see section 4)
3.Tire changing tools (see section 4)
4.Engine oil dipstick (Yellow)
(see section 8)
5.Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick
(Red or Orange) (see section 8)
6.Engine coolant (see section 8)
7.Windshield washer fluid
(see section 8)
8.Battery (see section 8)
9.Tire pressure (see Tire Information
Label on driver’s door lock pillar)
10.Spare tire (see section 8)
LHD: Left Hand Drive
RHD: Right Hand Drive
(RHD)
2
2
(LHD) 2
4
7
6
(LHD)19
(RHD) 9
3
10
85
6
79JF017
(Diesel Engine Model)
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FUEL RECOMMENDATION.............................................. 10
KEYS ......................................................................................... 11
DOOR LOCKS...................................................................... 12
WINDOWS............................................................................ 24
MIRRORS ................................................................................ 27
SEAT ADJUSTMENT............................................................ 28
ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINTS
(for versions/markets, where provided)........................... 30
SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ....... 31
CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM FOR EU COUNTRIES .. 40
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (AIR BAGS)
(for versions/markets, where provided)........................... 47
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Gasoline/Ethanol blends
Blends of unleaded gasoline and ethanol
(grain alcohol), also known as gasohol, are
commercially available in some areas.
Blends of this type may be used in your ve-
hicle if they are no more than 10%
ethanol. Make sure this gasoline- ethanol
blend has octane ratings no lower than
those recommended for gasoline.
Gasoline/Methanol blends
Blends of unleaded gasoline and methanol
(wood alcohol) are also commercially avail-
able in some areas. DO NOT USE fuels
containing more than 5% methanol under
any circumstances. Fuel system damage or
vehicle performance problems resulting
from the use of such fuels are not the re-
sponsibility of Fiat and may not be covered
under the New Vehicle Warranty. Fuels containing 5% or less methanol may
be suitable for use in your vehicle if they
contain cosolvents and corrosion in-
hibitors.
NOTE If you are not satisfied with the dri-
veability or fuel economy of your vehicle
when you are using a gasoline/ alcohol
blend, you should switch back to unlead-
ed gasoline containing no alcohol.
IMPORTANT Be careful not to spill fuel
containing alcohol while refueling. If fuel is
spilled on the vehicle body, wipe it up im-
mediately. Fuels containing alcohol can
cause paint damage, which is not covered
under the New Vehicle Limited Warran-
ty.
DIESEL ENGINE
The diesel fuel should be with Cetane In-
dex higher than 50 and sulfur content less
than 50 ppm (parts per million). You
should use the diesel fuel conformable to
EN590 that corresponded to Euro V emis-
sion control. Do not use marine diesel fu-
el, heating oils and so forth. If you use im-
proper diesel fuel, it may cause serious en-
gine damage.
FUEL
RECOMMENDATION
GASOLINE ENGINE
If your vehicle is not fitted with a restrictor
in the fuel filler pipe then you may use lead-
ed or unleaded gasoline with an octane
number (RON) of 85 or higher.
Note, it is preferable to use unleaded gaso-
line.
If your vehicle is fitted with a restrictor
in the fuel filler pipe then you mustuse
unleaded gasoline with an octane number
(RON) of 91 or higher (or RON of 95 or
higher if it is stated on the fuel filler lid).
These vehicles are also identified by a la-
bel attached near the fuel filler pipe that
states: “UNLEADED FUEL ONLY”,
“NUR UNVERBLEITES BENZIN”, “EN-
DAST BLYFRI BENSIN” or “SOLO
GASOLINA SIN PLOMO”.
If the “RON 95” label is attached, you
must use unleaded gasoline with an octane
number (RON) of 95 or higher.
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IMPORTANT The vehicle must only be
filled with diesel fuel for motor vehicles,
in compliance with European Standard
EN590. The use of other products or mix-
tures may irreparably damage the engine
with invalidation of the warranty due to
the damage caused. In the event of acci-
dentally filling with another type of fuel, do
not start the engine and empty the tank.
If the engine has been run even for only a
very short time, in addition to the tank,
it is also necessary to drain out the whole
fuel circuit.
IMPORTANT The fuel tank has an air
space to allow for fuel expansion in hot
weather. If you continue to add fuel after
the filler nozzle has automatically shut off
or an initial blowback occurs, the air
chamber will become full. Exposure to
heat when fully fuelled in this manner will
result in leakage due to fuel expansion. To
prevent such fuel leakage, stop filling af-
ter the filler nozzle has automatically shut
off, or when using an alternative non au-
tomatic system, initial vent blowback oc-
curs.
Do not put naked flames or
lighted cigarettes near the
fuel filler hole as there is a danger of
fire. Do not bend too close to the hole
either so as not to breathe in harmful
vapours.
WARNING
Fiat CODE - Immobilizer System
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This system is designed to help prevent
vehicle theft by electronically disabling the
engine starting system.
The engine can be started only with your
vehicle’s original immobilizer ignition key
which has an electronic identification code
programmed into it. The key communi-
cates the identification code to the vehi-
cle when the key is turned to the “ON”
position. If you need to make spare keys,
see your Fiat Dealership. The vehicle must
be programmed with the correct identi-
fication code for the spare keys. A key
made by an ordinary locksmith will not
work.
KEYS
Your vehicle comes with a pair of identi-
cal keys. Keep the spare key in a safe place.
One key can open all of the locks on the
vehicle.
The key identification number is stamped
on a metal tag provided with the keys or
on the keys. Keep the tag (for versions/
markets, where provided) in a safe place.
If you lose your keys, you will need this
number to have new keys made.
IMPORTANT All the keys and the metal
tag must be handed over to the new own-
er when selling the vehicle.
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81A297S
(1)
80JM139
Never return the ignition
switch to the “LOCK” posi-
tion and remove the ignition key
while the vehicle is moving. The steer-
ing wheel will lock and you will not be
able to steer the vehicle.
Always return the ignition switch to
the “LOCK” position and remove the
ignition key when leaving the vehicle
even if a short time. Also do not leave
children alone in a parked vehicle.
Unattended children could cause ac-
cidental movement of the vehicle or
could tamper with power windows or
power sunroof. They also could suf-
fer from heat stroke in warm or hot
weather. These could result in severe
injury or even death.
WARNING
IMPORTANT
❒Do not use the starter motor for more
than 15 seconds at a time. For diesel
engine model, do not use the starter
motor for more than 30 seconds at a
time. If the engine does not start, wait
15 seconds before trying again. If the
engine does not start after several at-
tempts, check the fuel and ignition sys-
tems or consult your Fiat Dealership.
❒Do not leave the ignition switch in the
“ON” position if the engine is not run-
ning as the battery will discharge. You can also turn the ignition switch by
inserting the ignition key into the slot.
The ignition switch cap (1) is installed to
make the ignition switch turn easily.
If you use the ignition key to turn the ig-
nition switch, remove the cap (1) by pinch-
ing both side of the cap and pull it out.
NOTE If you remove the cap, be careful
not to lose it.
Ignition key reminder
(When using the ignition key)
A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind
you to remove the ignition key if it is in
the ignition switch when the driver’s door
is opened.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL......................................................... 72
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER.................................................... 73
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS........................ 74
SPEEDOMETER..................................................................... 83
TACHOMETER ..................................................................... 84
FUEL GAUGE......................................................................... 84
TEMPERATURE GAUGE/OVERHEAT INDICATOR
LIGHT (for Diesel Engine Model) ...................................... 85
INFORMATION DISPLAY.................................................. 85
HAZARD WARNING SWITCH ....................................... 91FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH
(for versions/markets, where provided)........................... 91
“ESP OFF” SWITCH
(for versions/markets, where provided)........................... 92
2WD/ 4WD SWITCH
(for versions/markets, where provided)........................... 92
HEATED REAR WINDOW AND HEATED OUTSIDE
REARVIEW MIRRORS SWITCH
(for versions/markets, where provided)........................... 93
HEADLIGHT LEVELING SWITCH
(for versions/markets, where provided)........................... 94
GLOVE BOX.......................................................................... 94
CIGARETTE LIGHTER AND ASHTRAY
(for versions/markets, where provided)........................... 95
THEFT DETERRENT LIGHT.............................................. 95
HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM ........ 96
HEATING SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)........................... 97
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
SYSTEM (for versions/markets, where provided) ......... 100
AUTOMATIC HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
SYSTEM (Climate Control)
(for versions/markets, where provided)........................... 104
AUDIO SYSTEMS.................................................................. 110
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
1.Speedometer
2.Tachometer
3.Fuel gauge
4.Temperature gauge
5.Information display
6.Trip meter selector knob
7.Indicator selector knob
8.Warning and indicator lights
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SERVICE VEHICLE SOON (SVS)
LIGHT (for Diesel Engine Model)
84E034
When the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position, this light comes on briefly
to let you know the light is working.
If this light blinks with the ignition switch
turned “ON”, the engine will not start.
NOTE If this light blinks, turn the ignition
switch to the “LOCK” position, then turn
it back to the “ON” position. If the light still
blinks with the ignition switch turned to the
“ON” position, there may be something
wrong with the immobilizer system. Ask to
you Fiat Dealership to inspect the system. MALFUNCTION INDICATOR
LIGHT
65D530
Your vehicle has a computer-controlled
emission control system. A malfunction in-
dicator light is provided on the instrument
cluster to indicate when it is necessary to
have the emission control system serviced.
The malfunction indicator light comes on
when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position to let you know the light
is working and goes out when the engine
is started.
If the malfunction indicator light comes on
or blinks when the engine is running, ser-
vice to the emission control system is nec-
essary. Bring the vehicle to your FIAT
Dealership to have the emission control
system serviced right away and avoid hard
acceleration until the service is performed.
IMPORTANT Continuing to drive the ve-
hicle when the malfunction indicator light
is on or blinking can cause permanent
damage to the vehicle’s emission control
system, and can affect fuel economy and
driveability. TRANSAXLE WARNING LIGHT
(for versions/markets, where provided)
81A262
This light comes on for several seconds
when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position so you can check the light
is working. If this light comes on, there is
the problem with the transaxle system.
Ask your Fiat Dealership to have the sys-
tem inspected.
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FUEL FILTER WARNING LIGHT
(for Diesel Engine Model)
60A541
This light comes on for several seconds
when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position so you can check that light
is working.
If the light comes on when driving, there
is a possibility to have water in the fuel
filter. Drain water as soon as possible. For
details of draining water, refer to “Fuel Fil-
ter” in the “INSPECTION AND MAIN-
TENANCE” section.
IMPORTANT The presence of water in
the fuel circuit may cause serious damage
to the entire injection system and cause
irregular engine operation. If the warning
light turns on contact Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible to have the system re-
lieved. If the above indications come on
immediately after refuelling, water has
probably been poured into the tank: turn
the engine off immediately and contact
Fiat Dealership. FIAT CODE SYSTEM LIGHT
(IMMOBILIZER)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
65D239
When the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position, this light comes on to let
you know the light is working.
If this light blinks with the ignition switch
turned to “ON”, the engine will not start.
NOTE If this light blinks, turn the ignition
switch to the “LOCK” position, then turn
it back to the “ON” position. If the light
still blinks with the ignition switch turned
to the “ON” position, there may be some-
thing wrong with the immobilizer system.
Ask to you Fiat Dealership to inspect the
system.
54G345
OVERHEAT INDICATOR LIGHT
(for Diesel Engine Model)
This light comes on for several seconds
when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position so you can check that light
is working.
If this light comes on while driving, it may
mean engine overheat. Refer to “Tem-
perature Gauge/Overheat Indicator Light”
section.
GLOW PLUG INDICATOR LIGHT
(for Diesel Engine Model)
60A534
If the coolant temperature is cool enough,
this light comes on when the ignition
switch is turned on and goes out when the
glow plug is heated enough for engine
starting.
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79J039
This light comes on when the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position, and
goes out when the engine is started.
If this light comes on while driving, the
power steering system may not work
properly. Have the system inspected by
your Fiat Dealership.
NOTE If the power steering system does
not work properly, you will feel heavier
to steer but you still will be able to steer. ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
LIGHT
(for versions/markets, where provided)
LOW FUEL WARNING LIGHT
54G391
This light remains on until all doors (in-
cluding the rear door) are completely
closed.
If any door (including the tailgate) is open
when the vehicle is moving, a ding sounds
to remind you to close all doors com-
pletely.
54G343
If this light comes on, fill the fuel tank im-
mediately. OPEN DOOR WARNING LIGHTWhen this light comes on, a ding sounds
once to remind you to fill the fuel. If you
do not fill the fuel, a ding sounds every
time when the ignition switch is turned to
“ON”.
NOTE The activation point of this light
varies depending on road conditions (for
example, slope or curve) and driving con-
ditions because of fuel moving in the tank. DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER
WARNING LIGHT
(for Diesel Engine Model)
64J244
This light comes on for several seconds
when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position so you can check that light
is working.
If the light comes on when driving, the
diesel particulate filter is nearly clogged.
To regenerate the diesel particulate filter,
you must drive the vehicle until the light
goes out, at a speed of 50 km/h (31 mph)
or higher for a while (max. 30 minutes de-
pending on the vehicle speed).
If you drive your vehicle until the light goes
out, the regeneration of the diesel partic-
ulate filter will be completed.
For details, refer to “Diesel Particulate Fil-
ter” in the “OPERATING YOUR VEHI-
CLE” section.
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