fuel consumption FIAT 500L LIVING 2014 2.G Owners Manual

GEAR SHIFT INDICATOR
The GSI (Gear Shift Indicator) system advises the
driver to change gear through a specific indication on
the instrument panel fig. 9.
Through the GSI, the driver is notified that changing
gear will allow a reduction in fuel consumption.
When the SHIFT UP icon (
SHIFT) is shown on the
display, the GSI is advising the driver to engage a
higher gear, while the SHIFT DOWN (
SHIFT) icon
advises the driver to engage a lower gear.
The indication on the instrument panel remains on
until the driver changes gear or the driving
conditions return to a situation where changing gear
is not required to reduce consumption.CONTROL BUTTONS
NOTE Buttons
and
fig. 10 are described in
the following pages. The buttons are
and
on
some versions.
To scroll up through the screen and the related
options or to increase the displayed value.Press briefly to access the menu and/or go to next
screen or confirm the desired menu selection.
Hold down to go back to the standard screen.To scroll down through the displayed menu and the
related options or to decrease the value displayed.
Buttons
and
activate different functions
according to the following situations:
❒within the menu, they allow you to scroll up and
down;
❒during setting operations, they increase or
decrease the displayed value.
fig. 9
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Note“Trip B” may be disabled (see “Activating Trip
B”). “Range” and “Instantaneous fuel consumption"
parameters cannot be reset.
VALUES DISPLAYED
Outside temperature (for versions/markets, where
provided)
Indicates the temperature outside the passenger
compartment.
Range
This indicates the approximate distance which can be
travelled with the amount of fuel present in the
tank.“----”will appear on the display in the
following cases:
❒range value lower than 50 km (or 30 mi)
❒car parked with engine running for a long period.
IMPORTANT The range value variation can be
affected by several factors: driving style, type of route
(motorway, urban, mountain roads, etc.), conditions
of use (load, tyre pressures, etc.). Trip planning
must therefore take the above into account.
Distance travelled
Shows the distance covered since the start of the
new journey.Average consumption
Shows the approximate average fuel consumption
since the start of the new journey.
Instantaneous consumption
This value shows the fuel consumption. The value is
constantly updated. The display will show “----”
if the car is parked with the engine running.
Average speed
This shows the car average speed as a function of the
overall time elapsed since the start of the new
mission.
Tr i p t i me
Shows the time elapsed since the start of a new
journey.
IMPORTANT If there is no information, the Trip
computer displays "----"inplaceofthevalue.
When normal operating condition is restored,
calculation of different units will restart regularly. No
values displayed before the failure will be reset nor
will a new mission be started.
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DUALDRIVE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Press the CITY button fig. 58 to activate the
function. When this function is active, the word
CITY on the instrument panel will light up.
This function stays in the memory, so when the
vehicle is started again, the system keeps the setting
it had before the engine was stopped.
For more details, see the contents of the "Dualdrive
electric power steering" paragraph in this chapter.ECO FUNCTION
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Press the ECO button fig. 59 to activate the function.
When the ECO function is activated, the car is set
for city driving, characterised by less effort on the
steering wheel (Dualdrive system on) and reduced
fuel consumption.
When the function is activated, an activation or
deactivation message is shown on the display for
some versions/markets.
This function stays in the memory, so when the
vehicle is started again, the system keeps the setting
it had before the engine was stopped. Press the
ECO button again to deactivate the function and
restore the normal driving setting.
fig. 58
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SAFETY FUNCTIONS
When the engine is stopped by the Start&Stop
system, if the driver releases his/her seat belt and
opens the driver's or passenger's door, the engine
can be restarted only using the ignition key.
This condition is signalled to the driver with an
acoustic signal.
"ENERGY SAVING" FUNCTION
(for versions/markets, where provided)
If, following automatic engine restarting, the driver
does not carry out any action on the car for over
3 minutes, the Start&Stop system stops the engine
once and for all, to prevent fuel consumption.
In these cases, the engine can only be restarted using
the ignition key.
NoteIn any case, it is possible to keep the engine
running by deactivating the Start&Stop system.
IRREGULAR OPERATION
In the event of malfunction, the Start&Stop system is
deactivated.
Versions with multifunction display:a
Start&Stop system failure is indicated by the
switching on of the
warning light on the
instrument panel and a message on the display.
Versions with reconfigurable multifunction
display:The
symbol and a dedicated message
appear on the display when a failure in the
Start&Stop system is detected.In the event of a Start&Stop system failure, contact a
Fiat Dealership.
CAR INACTIVITY
In the event of car inactivity (or if the battery is
replaced), special attention must be paid to the
disconnection of the battery electrical system.
Press button A fig. 112 to detach connector B from
sensor C, which monitors battery status and is
located on the negative terminal of the battery itself.
WARNING
If the battery needs to be replaced,
always contact a Fiat Dealership.
Replace the battery with one of the same type
(HEAVY DUTY) and with the same
specifications.
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To engage 6
th
gear (for versions/markets where
provided), push firmly to the right when operating
the lever in order to avoid selecting 4
th
gear by
mistake. The same applies to the shift from 6
th
to 5
th
gear.
IMPORTANT Reverse can only be engaged when the
car is completely stationary. With the engine
running, wait for at least 2 seconds with the clutch
pedal fully pressed before engaging reverse to
prevent damage to the gears and grating.
IMPORTANT The clutch pedal should be used only
for gear changes. Do not drive with your foot resting
on the clutch pedal, however lightly. For versions/
markets where provided, the electronic clutch
control could cut in, interpreting the incorrect
driving style as a fault.
WARNING
Depress the clutch pedal fully to change
gear correctly. It is therefore essential
that there is nothing under the pedals: make
sure the mats are lying flat and do not get
in the way of the pedals.Do not drive with your hand resting on
the gear lever as the force exerted, even if
slight , could lead over time to premature
wear of the gearbox internal components.
SAVING FUELHere are some suggestions which can help you to
save fuel and lower harmful emissions.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out in
accordance with the “Scheduled Servicing Plan”.
Ty r e s
Check the tyre pressures at least once every 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 car and its arrangement greatly affect fuel
consumption and stability.
Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or ski rack from the roof if not
in use. These accessories lower aerodynamic
penetration and adversely affect consumption levels.
When transporting particularly large objects, use a
trailer if possible.
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Electrical devices
Only use electrical devices for the amount of time
needed. The heated rear window, additional
headlights, windscreen/rear window wipers and
heater fan need a considerable amount of energy,
therefore increasing fuel consumption (by up to 25%
in the urban cycle).
Climate control system
The use of the climate control system leads to higher
fuel consumption. If the temperature outside
permits, try to use ventilation only.
Devices for aerodynamic control
The use of non-certified devices for aerodynamic
control may adversely affect air drag and fuel
consumption.
DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm up the engine at low or high revs when
the car is stationary; this causes the engine to warm
up more slowly, thereby increasing fuel consumption
and emissions.
It is advisable to set off immediately and slowly,
avoiding high revs: this allows the engine to warm up
more quickly.Unnecessary actions
Avoid revving up when at traffic lights or before
stopping the engine. This and also double declutching
is absolutely pointless on modern cars and also
increases consumption and pollution.
Gear selection
Use a higher gear as soon as traffic and road
conditions allow. Using a low gear for faster
acceleration will increase consumption.
In the same way improper use of a high gear
increases consumption, emissions and engine wear.
Maximum speed
Fuel consumption increases considerably with speed.
Keep speed as constant as possible, avoiding
unnecessary braking and acceleration, which have a
significant cost in terms of both fuel consumption
and emissions.
Acceleration
Sudden acceleration has a very negative effect on fuel
consumption and emissions: accelerate gradually.
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CONDITIONS OF USE
Cold starting
Short distances and frequent cold start-ups will
prevent the engine from reaching optimal running
temperature.
Consequently, both consumption (from +15 to +30%
on urban cycle ) and emissions will increase.
Traffic and road conditions
Rather high fuel consumption is caused by heavy
traffic, for instance when travelling in a queue with
frequent use of low gears or in large towns with
many traffic lights.
Mountain and rough roads also have a negative effect
on fuel consumption.
Stops in traffic
During prolonged stops (e.g. level crossings) the
engine should be switched off.
TOWING TRAILERSIMPORTANT NOTES
For towing caravans or trailers the car must be fitted
with a type-approved tow hook and an adequate
electrical system. Installation must be carried out by
a specialist.
Install any specific and/or additional rear view mirrors
as specified by the Highway Code.
Remember that when towing a trailer, steep hills are
harder to climb, braking distances increase and
overtaking takes longer depending on the overall
weight of the trail.
Engage a low gear when driving downhill, rather than
constantly using the brake.
The weight of the trailer on the car's tow hook will
reduce the load capacity of the car by the same
amount. To make sure that the maximum towable
weight is not exceeded (given in the car registration
document) account should be taken of the fully
laden trailer, including accessories and luggage.
Respect the speed limits specific to each country for
vehicles towing trailers. In any case, the top speed
must not exceed 100 km/h.
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FUEL RESERVE – LIMITED
RANGE (amber)
This warning light comes on when about 6 to 8 litres
of fuel are left in the tank. When the remaining
range is lower to approx. 50 km (or equivalent value
in miles), on some versions, the display will show a
warning message.
IMPORTANT The warning light will flash to indicate
a system failure. If this is the case, go to a Fiat
Dealership to have the system checked.
EOBD/INJECTION SYSTEM
FAILURE (amber)
In normal conditions, the warning light switches on
when the key is turned to MAR (on some versions,
with a message on the display), but should switch off
as soon as the engine is started.
If the warning light remains on or switches on whilst
driving, the injection system is not working properly;
in particular, if the warning light switches on
constantly, this indicates a malfunction in the
supply/ignition system that could cause excessive
exhaust emissions, a possible loss of performance,
poor driveability and high fuel consumption.
Under these conditions, you may continue travelling
at moderate speed without demanding excessive
effort from the engine. Prolonged use of the car with
the warning light on constantly may cause damage:
contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.The warning light goes out after the fault disappears,
but the notification is stored in the system.
NOTE (valid only for petrol engines)
If the warning light is flashing, the catalytic converter
could be damaged.
In this case, it is necessary to release the accelerator
pedal to lower the speed of the engine until the
warning light stops flashing.
Continue the journey at moderate speed, trying to
avoid driving conditions that may cause further
flashing and contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
Go to a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible if
warning light either does
not light up when the key is turned to
MAR-ON or if while travelling the warning light
switches on or flashes (along with a message and
a symbol on the display on some versions).The
exhaust emission levels may be checked by the
traffic control authorities using the appropriate
equipment . Comply with the laws and regulations
of the country where you are driving.
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FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSYour car is equipped with an engine oil that has been thoroughly developed and tested in order to meet the
requirements of the Scheduled Servicing Plan. Constant use of the prescribed lubricants guarantees the
fuel consumption and emission specifications. Lubricant quality is crucial for engine operation and duration.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSUseFluid and lubricant features for a correct
use of the carGenuine fluids and
lubricantsReplacement
interval
Lubricant for
petrol engines
(0.9 TwinAir
Turbo 105 HP
version)SAE 0W-30 ACEA C2 grade totally synthetic
lubricant. FIAT Classification 9.55535-GS1.SELENIA DIGITEK
P.E.
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F020.B12According to Scheduled
Servicing Plan
Lubricant for
petrol engines
(1.4 16V version)SAE 5W-40 ACEA C3 grade totally synthetic
lubricant. FIAT Classification 9.55535-S2.SELENIA K P.E.
Contractual Technical
Reference No.
F603.C07According to Scheduled
Servicing Plan
Lubricant for
diesel enginesSAE 5W-30 grade totally synthetic lubricant.
FIAT Classification 9.55535-S1.SELENIA WR P.E.
Contractual Technical
Reference No.
F510.D07According to Scheduled
Servicing PlanIn case of emergency, if lubricants with the prescribed specifications are not available, products with the
minimum indicated ACEA performance can be used for topping up; in this case optimal performance of the
engine is not guaranteed.
For 0.9 TwinAir Turbo 105 HP engines only use lubricants with indicated SAE grade and specifications.
The use of products with specifications other than those indicated above could cause damage
to the engine not covered by the warranty.
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FUEL CONSUMPTIONThe fuel consumption figures given in the table below are determined on the basis of the type-approval tests
laid down by specific European Directives.
The procedures below are followed for measuring consumption:
❒urban cycle: cold starting followed by driving that simulates urban use of the car;
❒extra-urban cycle: frequent accelerating in all gears, simulating extra-urban use of the car: speed varies
between 0 and 120 km/h;
❒combined fuel consumption: calculated with a weighting of approximately 37% of the urban cycle and 63%
of the extra-urban cycle.
IMPORTANT The type of route, traffic conditions, weather conditions, driving style, general condition of the
car, trim level/equipment/accessories, use of the climate control system, car load, presence of roof racks
and other situations that adversely affect the aerodynamics or wind resistance lead to different fuel
consumption figures than those measured.
IMPORTANT The fuel consumption will get more regular only after having driven the first 3000 km.
FUEL CONSUMPTION ACCORDING TO THE CURRENT EUROPEAN DIRECTIVE
(litres/100 km)Versions Urban Extra-urban Combined
0.9 TwinAir Turbo 105 HP (*)5.7 4.3 4.8
0.9 TwinAir Turbo 105 HP (*) (**)5.6 4.2 4.7
1.4 16V8,3 5,0 6,2
1.3 16V MultiJet5.0 3.7 4.2
1.6 16V MultiJet5.4 3.9 4.5
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