engine FIAT BRAVO 2012 2.G Owner's Manual

Air flow distribution between front and
rear diffusers, centre/side dashboard
diffusers, rear diffuser and windscreen
and front side window demisting/
defrosting diffusers.
Air flow distribution to centre/side dashboard
diffusers (passenger's body).
Air flow distribution between footwell
diffusers and windscreen and front side
window defrosting/demisting diffusers. This
distribution setting allows the passenger
compartment to be warmed effectively and
prevents the windows from misting.Air flow distribution between footwell
diffusers (hotter air) and centre/side
dashboard diffusers and rear diffuser (cooler
air).Air flow distribution between centre/side
dashboard diffusers, rear diffuser and
windscreen and front side window
demisting/defrosting diffusers. This
distribution setting ventilates the passenger
compartment well and prevents the
windows from misting up.
IMPORTANT For the climate control system to
function, at least one of the buttons
/
/
must
be operated. The system does not allow the
deactivation of all the buttons
/
/
.IMPORTANT Push the OFF button to turn the
climate control system back on: in this way, all
operating conditions memorised before switching
off are restored.
To restore automatic control of the air distribution
after a manual selection, press the AUTO button.
ADDITIONAL HEATER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This device warms up the passenger compartment
more quickly when it is very cold and the engine
coolant temperature is low.
In these conditions, the device comes on
automatically when the engine is started and the
fan is on.
The heater switches off automatically when the
required comfort conditions are achieved.
IMPORTANT The heater will not turn on if the
battery voltage is too low.
SWITCHING OFF THE CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM
Press the OFF button.
The following information is shown on the display:
❒OFF;
❒outside temperature indication;
❒internal air recirculation on indication (LED on
button
lit).
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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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ROOF LIGHTSFRONT ROOF LIGHT WITH SPOT LIGHTS
Switch A fig. 57 switches the roof lights on/off.
With the switch A in the central position, the lights
C and D come on/go off when front doors are
opened/closed.
With switch A pressed to the left, lights C and D
are always off. With switch A pressed to the right,
the lights C and D are always on.
Lights switch on/off progressively.
Switch B controls the spot light function; when the
roof light is off, it switches on individually:
❒light C if pressed on the left side;
❒light D if pressed on the right side.IMPORTANT Before getting out of the car, make
sure that both switches are in the central position:
when the doors are closed the lights will switch
off to avoid draining the battery. In any case, if the
switch is left in on position, the roof light switches
off automatically 15 minutes after the engine
switching off.
Roof light timing
To make getting in and out the vehicle easier,
especially at nighttime or in poorly lit areas, two
timing logics are available.
Timing when getting into the car
The roof lights switch on according to the following
modes:
❒for around 10 seconds when the front doors are
unlocked;
❒for about 3 minutes when one of the side doors
is opened;
❒for about 10 seconds when the doors are closed.
The timing is interrupted when the ignition key is
turned to MAR-ON.
Timing when getting out of the car
After removing the key from the ignition switch,
the roof lights switch on as follows:
❒within 2 minutes of the engine being switched off
for a period of around 10 seconds;
fig. 57
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FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH
(as an alternative to the fuel cut-off system, for
versions/markets, where provided)
It is located in the bottom, near the passenger side
pillar fig. 62. It is triggered in the event of an impact,
causing:
❒the cut off of the fuel supply with the engine
consequently cutting out;
❒the automatic unlocking of the doors;
❒the interior lights being switched on (for about
15 minutes).
The activation is indicated by the turning on of
warning light
or symbol
on the instrument
panel (together with the dedicated message on the
display) (see “Warning lights and messages”
chapter).Carefully inspect the car for fuel leakages, e.g. in
the engine compartment, under the car or near the
fuel tank.
If no fuel leaks are found and the car can be started
again, press button A to reactivate the fuel system
and the lights.
After a collision, turn the ignition key to STOP to
avoid draining the battery.
WARNING
If, after a collision, you smell fuel or
notice leaks from the fuel system,
do not reset the switch to avoid fire risk.
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM
(as an alternative to the fuel cut off switch for
versions/markets, where provided)
It is triggered in the event of a collision, causing:
❒the cut off of the fuel supply with the engine
consequently cutting out;
❒the automatic unlocking of the doors;
❒the interior lights being switched on.
The intervention of the system is indicated by a
message shown on the display.
Carefully inspect the car for fuel leakages, e.g. in
the engine compartment, under the car or near the
fuel tank.
fig. 62
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Use both hands to lift the bonnet . Before
lifting, check that the windscreen wiper
arms are not raised from the windscreen,
that the car is stationary and that the
handbrake is engaged.CLOSING
Proceed as follows:
❒hold the bonnet up with one hand and with the
other remove the stay C fig. 100 from the
housing D and fit it back in its locking device;
❒lower the bonnet to approximately 20
centimetres from the engine compartment and
let it drop. Make sure that the bonnet is
completely closed and not only fastened by the
safety catch by trying to open it. If it is not
perfectly closed, do not try to press the bonnet
lid down but open it and repeat the procedure.
If the bonnet is not closed properly, the warning
light
or the symbol
switch on in the
instrument panel (together with the dedicated
message on the display) (see “Warning lights and
messages” chapter).
IMPORTANT Always check that the bonnet is
closed correctly to avoid it opening while the car is
travelling.WARNING
Perform these operations only when
the car is stationary.
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BRAKE ASSIST (emergency braking
assistance)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The system, which cannot be turned off, recognises
emergency braking (on the basis of the brake
pedal operating speed) and speeds up the response
of the braking system.
Brake Assist is deactivated on the versions
equipped with ESP, in the event of ESP system
failure, indicated by warning light
coming on
together with the message on the display.
ESP SYSTEM (Electronic Stability
Program)(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is an electronic system that controls vehicle
stability in the event of tyre grip loss, helping
maintain directional control.
The ESP system is therefore particularly useful
when the grip conditions of road surfaces change.
With the ESP, the car is provided with ASR
(traction control with interventions on brakes and
engine), HILL HOLDER (device for starting on
gradients without using the brakes), MSR (control
of engine braking torque when shifting gear down)
and HBA (automatic increase of braking pressure in
the case of emergency braking).
SYSTEM INTERVENTION
It is signalled by the blinking of the warning light
on the instrument panel, to inform the driver
that the car is in critical stability and grip
conditions.
SYSTEM ACTIVATION
The ESP system comes on automatically when the
vehicle is started and cannot be turned off.
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ESP SYSTEM FAILURE INDICATIONS
In the event of a failure, the ESP system will be
automatically switched off and warning light
will
switch on constantly on the instrument panel
(on some versions along with a message on the
display, see “Warning lights and messages” chapter).
In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
Do not take unnecessary risks, even if
your vehicle is fitted with an ESP
system.Your driving style must always be suited
to the road conditions, visibility and traffic .
The driver is always responsible for road
safety.
HILL HOLDER SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
It's integral to the ESP system. It automatically
activates with the following conditions:
❒uphill: vehicle stationary on a road with a
gradient higher than 5%, engine running, clutch
and brake pedals pressed and gearbox in neutral
or gear other than reverse engaged;
❒downhill: car stationary on a road with a gradient
higher than 5%, engine running, clutch and brake
pedal pressed and reverse gear engaged.When setting off the ESP system control unit will
keep brake force on wheels until the torque
necessary for starting is reached, or in any case for
max. 2 seconds in order to pass easily from the
brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.
When two seconds have elapsed, without starting,
the system is automatically deactivated, gradually
releasing the braking pressure. During this release
stage, the typical mechanical brake release noise
can be heard, indicating that the car is about to
move.
HILL HOLDER SYSTEM FAILURE
INDICATIONS
A possible system failure is indicated by the
warning light on the instrument panel - together
with the dedicated message in the multifunction
display (for versions/markets, where provided)
- coming on (see "Warning lights and messages"
chapter).
IMPORTANT The Hill Holder system is not a
parking brake, therefore do not leave the car
without activating the handbrake, switching off the
engine and engaging first gear.
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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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START&STOP SYSTEM(for versions/markets, where provided)
INTRODUCTION
The Start&Stop system automatically stops the
engine when the car is stationary and starts it again
when the driver wants to move off. This reduces
consumption, the emission of harmful gases and
noise pollution.
The system activates every time the car is started.
OPERATING MODES
Engine stopping mode
With the car stopped, the engine stops with
gearbox in neutral and clutch pedal released.
Restarting the engine
Press the clutch pedal to restart the engine.
NoteThe engine can only be stopped
automatically after driving at a speed of more than
about 10 km/h, to prevent the engine from being
repeatedly stopped when driving at walking pace.
The symbol
fig. 104 appears on the display when
the engine stops.MANUAL SYSTEM ACTIVATION/
DEACTIVATION
To activate/deactivate the system manually, press
the
fig. 105 button on the dashboard control
trim.
fig. 104
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Start&Stop system activation
A message and a symbol
will appear on the
display when the Start&Stop system is activated. In
this condition, the LED A fig. 105 on the
button
is off.
Start&Stop system deactivation
Versions with reconfigurable multifunction display:
the
symbol appears on the display when the
Start&Stop system is deactivated. The LED A
fig. 105 is on when the system is deactivated.
ENGINE STOPPING FAILURE
CONDITIONS
When the system is active, due to comfort,
emission control and safety reasons, the engine
does not stop in some conditions, among which:
❒engine still cold;
❒especially cold outside temperature;
❒battery not sufficiently charged;
❒heated rear window activated;
❒driver's door not shut;
❒driver's seat belt not fastened;
❒reverse gear engaged (for example, for parking
manoeuvres);❒for versions equipped with dual zone automatic
climate control system (for versions/markets,
where provided), if an adequate level of thermal
comfort has not been reached or with MAX-DEF
function activation;
❒during the first period of use, to initialise the
system.
In these cases, the display shows a message and -
for versions/markets, where provided - the symbol
flashes on the display.
WARNING
If the climate comfort is to be
favoured, the Star t&Stop system can be
disabled, for a continuous operation of the
climate control system.
ENGINE RESTARTING CONDITIONS
For reasons of comfort, to limit harmful emissions
and for safety purposes, the engine can restart
automatically without any action by the driver if
certain conditions occur, including:
❒battery not sufficiently charged;
❒windscreen wipers working at maximum speed;
❒reduced braking system vacuum (e.g. if the brake
pedal is pressed repeatedly);
❒car moving (e.g. when driving on roads with a
gradient);
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