fuel tank FIAT DUCATO 2011 Owner handbook (in English)

F0N0014mfig. 13F0N0015mfig. 14
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
GAUGE fig. 14
This shows the temperature of the engine coolant fluid
and starts working when the fluid temperature exceeds
approx. 50 °C.
In normal usage, the needle should hover around the
middle of the scale.
C Low engine coolant temperature.
H High engine coolant temperature.
Warning light B may light up (and a message on the
multifunction display may appear on certain versions) to
indicate that the coolant fluid temperature is too high; in
this case, stop the engine and contact a Fiat Dealership. FUEL GAUGE fig. 13
The needle shows the amount of fuel left in the fuel
tank.
E vacuum tank;
F tank full (see “Refuelling”).
The warning light A coming on indicates that there are
about 10-12 litres of fuel remaining in the tank
(depending on the version). Do not travel with the fuel
tank almost empty: any gaps in fuel delivery could
damage the catalytic converter.
IMPORTANT The needle will point to E and warning
light A will flash to indicate a fault in the system.
Contact a Fiat Dealership to have the system checked.
IMPORTANT It is not advisable to start the additional
heater (Webasto) when fuel is on reserve.
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Values displayed
External temperature
Indicates the temperature outside the vehicle passenger
compartment.
Range (for versions/markets where provided)
It indicates the distance that can still be travelled based
on the fuel in the tank assuming that driving conditions
will not change. The message “---” will appear on the
display in the following cases:
– range value lower than 50 km (or 30 mi)
– vehicle left parked with engine running for long
period.
Trip distance
This value shows the distance covered from the start of
the new mission.
Average consumption (for versions/markets where provided)
This value shows the average consumption from the
start of the new mission.
Instant consumption (for versions/markets where provided)
This indicates instant fuel consumption and it is
constantly updated. The message “---” will appear on
the display if the vehicle is parked with the engine
running.
Average speed
Represents the average vehicle speed as a function of
the overall time elapsed since the start of a new mission.TRIP COMPUTER
General information
The “Trip computer” is used to display information on
vehicle operation when the key is turned to
MAR-ON.
This function allows you to define two separate trips,
called “Trip A” and “Trip B”, for monitoring the
vehicle’s “complete mission” (journey) in a reciprocally
independent manner. Both functions can be reset (reset
means start of a new journey).
“Trip A” is used to display the figures relating to:
– Outside temperature
– Range
– Trip distance
– Average consumption
– Current consumption
– Average speed
– Trip time (driving time).
“Trip B”, available on multifunction display only, is used
to display the figures relating to:
– Trip distance B
– Average consumption B
– Average speed B
– Trip time B (driving time).
NOTE “Trip B” function can be excluded (see paragraph
“Trip B on”). “Range” and “Instant consumption”
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SUPPLEMENTARY HEATER
INDEPENDENT
(for markets/versions, where provided)
The vehicle is available, on request, with two different
independent heaters: one fully automatic, the other
which can be programmed.
AUTOMATIC VERSION
The additional heater is turned on in automatic mode
when the engine is started and the required outside
temperature and coolant conditions are present.
Deactivation is always automatic.
IMPORTANT During periods with low outdoor
temperatures when the device cuts in, check that the
fuel level is always higher than the reserve level.
Otherwise the device could lock and require the
assistance of a Fiat Dealership.
The heater burns fuel in the same way
as the engine, though to a lesser extent.
To prevent poisoning and asphyxiation, the
supplementary heater must never be turned on,
even for short periods, in closed environments
such as a garage or workshops without
extraction fans for the exhaust gases.
WARNING
PROGRAMMABLE VERSION
The additional heater operates completely
independently of engine operation and allows the
following:
❒heating the vehicle passenger compartment with the
engine off;
❒defrosting the windows;
❒heating the engine coolant and consequently the
engine itself prior to starting.
The system consists of:
❒a diesel burner to heat the water with an exhaust
silencer for the combustion gases;
❒a metering pump connected to the vehicle tank
pipes, to supply the burner;
❒a heat exchanger connected to the engine cooling
system pipes;
❒a control unit connected to the passenger
compartment heating/ventilation system to allow
automatic operation;
❒an electronic control unit for control and operation
of the burner in the heater;
❒a digital timer A-fig. 55 for turning the heater on
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F0N0246m
F0N0245mfig. 134 – Left hand drive versions
REFUELLING THE VEHICLE
OPERATION AT LOW TEMPERATURES
If the outside temperature is very low, diesel thickens
due to the formation of paraffin clots with consequent
defective operation of the fuel supply system.
In order to avoid these problems, different types of
diesel are distributed according to the season: summer
type, winter type and arctic type (cold/mountain areas).
If refuelling with diesel fuel whose specifications are not
suitable for the current temperature, it is advisable to
mix TUTELA DIESEL ART additive in the proportions
shown on the container with the fuel. Pour the additive
into the tank before the diesel fuel.
When using or parking the vehicle for a long time in the
mountains or cold areas, it is advisable to refuel using
locally available diesel fuel.
In this situation it is also advisable to keep the fuel tank
more than 50% full. PREPARATION FOR TELEPASS DEVICE
IN REFLECTIVE WINDSCREEN
(for versions/markets where provided)
If the vehicle is equipped with a reflective windscreen,
install the Telepass in the appropriate area shown in
fig. 134-135.
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F0N0068mfig. 136
The hermetic seal may cause a slight increase in
pressure in the tank. A little breathing off, while
slackening the cap is absolutely normal.
When refuelling, attach the cap to the device inside
the flap as shown in fig. 136.
REFUELLING CAPACITY
To fill the tank completely, top-up twice after the first
click of the fuel delivery gun. Further top-ups could
cause faults in the fuel feeding system.
FUEL TANK CAP fig. 136
When refuelling, open the flap A then undo the cap B
turning the ignition key anticlockwise; the cap has
a device C to prevent it being lost.Only use diesel fuel that conforms to
European specification EN590. The use
of other products or mixtures may
damage the engine beyond repair and
consequently invalidate the warranty, due to
the damage caused. If you accidentally introduce
other types of fuel into the tank, do not start the
engine and empty the tank. If the engine has run,
even for a very short time, you will need to have
the entire fuel system emptied in addition to
the tank.
Do not bring naked flames or lit
cigarettes near to the fuel tank opening:
fire risk. Keep your face away from the fuel
filler to avoid breathing in harmful vapours.
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CONTAINING RUNNING COSTS
Here are some suggestions which may help you to keep
the running costs of your vehicle down and lower the
amount of toxic emissions released into the
atmosphere.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Vehicle maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out in accordance
with the “Scheduled Servicing Plan”.
Tyres
Check the pressure of the tyres routinely at an interval
of no more than 4 weeks: if the pressure is too low,
consumption levels increase as resistance to rolling is
higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded boot. The weight of
the vehicle (especially when driving in town) and its
geometry greatly affect fuel consumption and stability.
Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from the roof
after use. These accessories decrease aerodynamic
penetration of the vehicle and have a negative effect on
fuel consumption. It is better to use a trailer, particularly
for transporting bulky objects. In addition to these general precautions, some simple
precautions can improve driving safety, travelling
comfort and vehicle durability:
❒distribute the load evenly over the floor: if it is
necessary to concentrate it in a single area, choose
an area mid-way between both axles;
❒remember that the lower the load, the lower the
vehicle’s centre of gravity, making for a safer drive:
therefore always position the heaviest goods lower
down;
❒lastly, remember that the vehicle’s dynamic
behaviour is affected by the weight transported:
in particular, the stopping distances are longer,
especially at high speed.
If you wish to carry petrol in a reserve
tank, observe the legal restrictions and
only use a tank that is type approved and
properly secured to the load anchorage
eyebolts. However, the risk of fire in the event
of an accident increases.
WARNING

FUEL RESERVE (amber)
Turning the key to the MAR-ON position
illuminates the warning light, but it should switch
off after a few seconds.
The warning light turns on when about 10 to 12 litres of
fuel are left in the tank (depending on the version).
IMPORTANT The warning light will flash to indicate
a system failure. If this is the case, contact a Fiat
Dealership to have the system checked.
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ABS SYSTEM FAILURE (amber)
When the key is turned to the MAR-ON
position the warning light comes on but should
go out after a few seconds.
The warning light will light up when the system is either
not working or not available. Under these
circumstances the braking system will work as normal
without the extra performance offered by the ABS
system. Drive carefully and contact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
On some versions the display shows the dedicated
message.
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GLOW PLUG PRE-HEATING
(Multijet versions – amber)
GLOW PLUG HEATING FAILURE
(Multijet versions – amber)
Glow plugs
This warning light comes on when the key is turned to
MAR-ON. It will go out as soon as the heater plugs
have reached a preset temperature. Start the engine as
soon as the warning light goes out.
IMPORTANT At high ambient temperatures the
warning light may stay on for an extremely short time.
Glow plug warming failure
The warning light flashes if there is a fault in the
preheating system. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon
as possible.
On some versions the display shows the dedicated
message.
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The presence of water in the supply
circuit may cause severe damage to the
injection system and irregular engine
operation. If warning light
clights up (on some
versions with the message on the display),
contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to
have the system bled. If the same message is
displayed immediately after refuelling, water may
have entered the tank: turn the engine off
immediately and contact a Fiat Dealership.
WATER IN DIESEL FILTER (Multijet
versions – amber)
When the key is turned to the MAR-ON
position the warning light comes on but should
go out after a few seconds.
The warning light turns on when there is water in the
diesel fuel filter.
On some versions the display shows the dedicated
message.
c
VEHICLE PROTECTION SYSTEM
FAILURE – FIAT CODE
(amber)
Turning the key to MAR-ON the warning light
will flash only once and then go off.
When the warning light comes on constantly, with key
in MAR-ON, this indicates:
❒a potential fault (refer to “The Fiat CODE system”
paragraph in the section “Dashboard and controls”);
❒a possible theft attempt with an alarm; in this case
the warning light goes off after approximately
10 seconds.
If with the engine running the warning light
Yflashes,
the vehicle is not protected by the engine inhibitor
device (see “Fiat Code system” in section “Dashboard
and controls”).
Contact a Fiat Dealership to have all the keys
reprogrammed.
Y

F0N0109mfig. 223
POWER STEERING FLUID fig. 223
Check that the liquid contained in the tank is at the
maximum level. This operation must be carried out with
the vehicle level and with the engine off and cold. Check
that the fluid level is up to the MAX mark on the
dipstick attached to the fuel cap (use the level shown on
the 20°C side of the dipstick to check when cold).
If the level of the fluid in the tank is lower than the
specified level, top up using only one of the products
indicated in the “Fluid and lubricants” table in the
“Technical specifications” section, proceeding as follows:
❒Start the engine and wait for the level of fluid in the
tank to stabilise.
❒With the engine running, turn the steering wheel
from right to left fully, several times.
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Power steering fluid consumption is very
low. If the fluid needs topping up a short
time after the last top-up, have the
system checked by a Fiat Dealership to ensure
there are no leaks.
Do not press the power steering end of
travel lock for longer than 8 consecutive
seconds with the engine running because
it will cause noise and risk damaging the system.
❒Top up the fuel to the MAX level and then retighten
the cap.
Prevent power steering fluid from
coming into contact with hot engine
parts: the liquid is flammable.
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130/150 Multijet
1860÷1925
1075÷1140
1630
1650
3000
2500
750
100
150180 Multijet Power
1910÷1975
1025÷1090
1630
1650
3000
2500
750
100
150
VAN WEIGHTS
3000 kg GVW versions (***)
Unladen weight
(with all fluids, fuel tank filled to
90% and without optional equipment): kg
Payload (*) including the driver: kg
Maximum permitted loads (**)
– front axle: kg
– rear axle: kg
– total: kg
Towable loads
– braked trailer: kg
– non braked trailer: kg
Maximum load on the ball
joint (braked trailer): kg
Maximum load on roof
(evenly distributed): kg
(*) If special equipment is fitted (sunroof, tow hitch, etc.) the unladen vehicle weight increases, thus reducing the specified
payload.
(**) Loads not be exceeded. The user is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or load platform
within the maximum permitted loads.
(***) The values indicated refer to panel and glazed Vans in medium and short wheelbases with high and low sides.