battery replacement FIAT FULLBACK 2016 1.G Owners Manual

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Operation of the outside rearview
mirrors (Vehicles equipped with the
mirror retractor switch)
To fold — Locking the doors using the
LOCK switch (1), the outside rear-view
mirrors are folded automatically.
To extend — Unlocking the doors using
the UNLOCK switch (2), the outside
rear-view mirrors are extended
automatically.
Functions can be modified as stated
below. Please consult a Fiat Dealership.
Automatically extend when the
driver’s door is closed, and then the
following operation is performed.
Except for vehicles equipped with the
keyless operation system: turn the
ignition switch to the “ON” or “ACC”
position. Vehicles equipped with the
keyless operation system: put the
operation mode in ON or ACC
Automatically retract when the
ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK”
position or the operation mode is put in
OFF, and the driver’s door is then
opened.
Automatically extend when the
vehicle speed reaches 30 km/h.
Deactivate the automatic extension
function.The keyless entry system does not
operate in the following conditions:
The key is left in the ignition switch
(except for vehicles with keyless
operation system).
The operation mode is not in OFF
(vehicles with keyless operation
system).
The door is open.
NOTE The key switch will operate
within approximately4mfromthe
vehicle. However, the operating range
of the key switch may change if the
vehicle is located near a TV transmitting
tower, power station, or radio
broadcasting station.
If either of the following problems
occurs, the battery may be exhausted.
The key switch is operated at the
correct distance from the vehicle, but
the doors are not locked/unlocked in
response.
The indicator lamp (3) is dim or does
not come on. For further information,
please contact a Fiat Dealership. If you
replace the battery yourself, refer to
“Procedure for replacing key battery”.
NOTE If your key is lost or damaged,
please contact a Fiat Dealership for a
replacement key.
NOTE If you wish to add key, please
contact a Fiat Dealership. The following
numbers of the keys are available:
Keyless entry key: up to 4 keys
Keyless operation key: up to 4 keys.
Procedure for replacing the key
battery
1)
3)
Before replacing the battery, remove
static electricity from your body by
touching a metal grounded object.
NOTE You may purchase a
replacement battery at an electric
appliance store.
NOTE Fiat Dealership can replace the
battery for you if you prefer.
Keyless entry key
1. Remove the screw (A) from the key.
2. With the Fiat mark facing you, insert
the cloth-covered tip of a straight blade
(or minus) screwdriver into the notch in
the key case and use it to open the
case.
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IMPORTANT
1)If the engine is stopped while driving, the
brake servomechanism will cease to
function and braking efficiency will
deteriorate. Also, the power steering
system will not function and it will require
greater manual effort to operate the
steering.
2)Do not leave the key in the “ON” position
for a long time when the engine is not
running, doing so will cause the battery to
be discharged.
3)Do not turn the key to the “START”
position while the engine is running. Doing
so could damage the starter motor.
4)The indicator lamp (A) will flash orange
when there is a problem or malfunction in
the keyless operation system. Never drive if
the indicator lamp on the engine switch is
flashing orange. Immediately contact your
Fiat Dealership.
5)If the engine switch operation is not
smooth and feels like it is sticking, do not
operate the switch. Immediately contact
your Fiat Dealership.
6)When the engine is not running, put the
operation mode in OFF. Leaving the
operation mode in ON or ACC for a long
time when the engine is not running may
cause the battery to be discharged, making
it impossible to start the engine, lock and
unlock the steering wheel.7)When the battery is disconnected, the
current operation mode is memorized. After
reconnecting the battery, the memorized
mode is selected automatically. Before
disconnecting the battery for repair or
replacement, make sure to put the
operation mode in OFF. Be careful if you
are not sure which operation mode the
vehicle is in when the battery is run down.
8)The operation mode cannot be changed
from OFF to ACC or ON if the keyless
operation key is not detected to be in the
vehicle. Refer to “Keyless operation system:
Operating range for starting the engine and
changing the operation mode”.
9)When there is the keyless operation key
in the vehicle and the operation mode isn’t
change, the keyless operation key may
have worn out.
DOORS
11) 12) 13)
NOTE To prevent the key from being
locked inside the vehicle, neither the
lock knob on the driver’s door nor the
key can be used to lock the driver’s
door when it is open.
To lock or unlock with the key
A — Lock
B — Unlock
NOTE On vehicles with central door
locks, when locking or unlocking with
the key, all doors will be locked or
unlocked. Refer to “Central door locks”.
NOTE If the vehicle is equipped with
the keyless operation system, the
driver’s door can be locked or unlocked
with the emergency key. Refer to
“Emergency key”.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Correct maintenance permits the
performance of the car to be
maintained over time, as well as limited
running costs and safeguarding the
efficiency of the safety systems.
This chapter explains how.SERVICE PRECAUTIONS.......224
SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN . .225
PERIODIC CHECKS..........240
DEMANDING VEHICLE USE.....240
CHECKING LEVELS..........241
CATALYTIC CONVERTER.......245
ENGINE OIL...............245
ENGINE COOLANT...........247
WASHER FLUID.............249
BRAKE FLUID..............249
CLUTCH FLUID.............250
POWER STEERING FLUID......251
BATTERY.................252
WIPER BLADE RUBBER
REPLACEMENT.............254
GENERAL MAINTENANCE......255
VEHICLE CARE PRECAUTIONS. . .255
CLEANING THE INTERIOR OF
YOUR VEHICLE.............256
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR OF
YOUR VEHICLE.............257
TYRES...................260
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WARNING
325)Keep sparks, cigarettes, and flames
away from the battery because the battery
could explode.
326)The battery electrolyte is extremely
caustic. Do not allow it to come in contact
with your eyes, skin, clothing, or the
painted surfaces of the vehicle. Spilt
electrolyte should be flushed immediately
with ample amounts of water. Irritation to
eyes or skin from contact with electrolyte
requires immediate medical attention.
327)Ventilate when charging or using the
battery in an enclosed space.
328)Always wear protective eye goggles
when working near the battery.
329)Keep it out of reach of children.
330)When you handle the battery, carefully
observe the following cautions for safety.
331)Keep sparks, cigarettes, and flames
away from the battery because the battery
could explode. Also, do not short-circuit
the battery terminals. Doing so could
create sparks.
332)Always wear protective eye goggles
when working near the battery. Battery
electrolyte contains sulphuric acid, so
getting it in your eyes is dangerous.
333)Battery electrolyte contains sulphuric
acid, so you must wear gloves and eye
protection when handling the battery. If
battery electrolyte gets in your eyes or on
your skin, rinse it away with clean water
and immediately see a doctor. If you
accidentally swallow battery electrolyte,
immediately see a doctor. If battery
electrolyte splashes on your clothing or on
the vehicle, rinse it off with lots of water.334)The battery emits highly explosive
hydrogen gas. Ventilate when charging the
battery in an enclosed space.
335)Using the battery with insufficient fluid
irreparably damages the battery and may
cause an explosion.
IMPORTANT
155)Do not bring the nearby parts, the
plastic parts and so on into contact with
sulphuric acid (battery electrolyte) which
may crack, stain or discolour them. If they
are in contact, wipe off with soft cloth,
chamois or the like and an aqueous
solution of neutral detergent then
immediately rinse the affected parts with
plenty of water.
156)If the vehicle must remain unused for
a long time at a very low temperature,
remove the battery and take it to a warm
place, to avoid freezing.
157)Never disconnect the battery when
the ignition switch or the operation mode is
in the “ON” position; doing so could
damage the vehicle’s electrical
components.
158)Never short-circuit the battery. This
could cause it to overheat and be
damaged.
159)If the battery is to be quick-charged,
first disconnect the battery cables.
160)In order to prevent a short circuit, be
sure to disconnect the negative (-) terminal
first.
IMPORTANT
4)Batteries contain substances which are
very dangerous for the environment. For
battery replacement, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
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