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Cornerning light
(activation/deactivation of
“Cornering lights”)
This function makes it possible to acti-
vate/deactivate the “Cornering lights” (see
the description in the “Exterior lights”
paragraph).
Proceed as follows to activate/deactivate
the lights (ON/OFF):
– press the MODEbutton briefly, the dis-
play will show On or Off flashing depend-
ing on the previous setting;
– press the
Õor Ôbutton to make the
selection;
– press the MODEbutton briefly to re-
turn to the menu screen or press the but-
ton for longer to return to the standard
screen without memorizing.
Exit Menu
This is the last function that closes the cir-
cular setting cycle listed in the initial menu
screen.
Briefly press button MODEto go back to
the standard screen without storing set-
tings.
Press button
Ôto return to the first menu
option (Speed Beep).
TRIP COMPUTER
General features
The “Trip computer” displays information
(with ignition key at MAR), relating to the
operating status of the car. This function
comprises two separate and independent
trips: “Trip A” and “Trip B” concerning
the “complete mission” of the car (jour-
ney).
Both functions are resettable (reset - start
of new mission).
“Trip A” shall be used to display the fig-
ures relating to:
– Range
– Trip distance
– Average consumption
– Instant consumption
– Average speed
– Travel time (driving time).“Trip B” displays the figures relating to:
– Trip distance B
– Average consumption B
– Average speed B
– Travel time B (driving time).
Note“Trip B” function can be excluded
(see paragraph “Trip B On/Off”). “Range”
and “Instant consumption” cannot be re-
set.
Values displayed
Range
This value shows the distance in km (or
mi) that the car can still cover before
needing fuel, assuming that driving condi-
tions are kept unvaried. The display will
show “----” in the following cases:
– value lower than 50 km (or 30 mi)
– car left parked with engine running for
long.
IMPORTANT The variation of the auton-
omy value can be influenced by different
factors: driving style (see what is described
in paragraph “Driving style” in the chap-
ter “Start-up and driving”), type of route
(highways, urban, mountain, etc…), use
conditions of the car (load transported,
tire pressure, etc…). What was described
previously must be taken in consideration
when planning a trip.
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CONTAINING
RUNNING COSTS
Here are some useful tips to save fuel and
minimize polluting emissions of CO
2and
other pollutants (nitric oxide, unburnt hy-
drocarbons, fine dusts etc…).
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out
in accordance with the “Service schedule”.
Tyres
Check the pressure of the tyres routine-
ly at an interval of no more than 4 weeks:
if the pressure is too low, consumption
levels increase as resistance to rolling is
higher.Carichi inutili
Do not travel with too much luggage
stowed in the boot. The weight of the car
(especially when driving in town) and its
trim greatly affects consumption and sta-
bility.
Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from
the roof as soon as they are no longer
used. These accessories lower air pene-
tration and adversely affect consumption
levels. When needing to carry particular-
ly voluminous objects, preferably use a
trailer.
Electric devices
Use electric devices only for the amount
of time needed. Rear heated window, ad-
ditional headlights, windscreen wipers and
heater fan need a considerable amount of
energy, therefore increasing the require-
ment of current increases fuel consump-
tion (up to +25% in the urban cycle).Climate control
The air conditioner is an additional load
which greatly affects the engine leading to
higher consumption (on average up to
+20%). When the temperature outside
the car permits it, use the air vents where
possible.
Spoilers
The use of non-certified aerodynamic
items may adversely affect air drag and
consumption levels.
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GENERAL WARNINGS ..................................................... 142
LOW BRAKE FLUID............................................................ 142
HANDBRAKE ON................................................................ 142
BRAKE PAD WEAR ............................................................ 142
AIR BAG FAILURE................................................................ 143
FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG/
SIDE BAGS DEACTIVATED....................................................... 143
SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED.......................................... 144
LOW BATTERY CHARGE................................................. 144
LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE.......................................... 144
EXHAUSTED OIL ................................................................ 144
“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING FAILURE.............................................................. 145
“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
ACTIVATION ....................................................................... 145
ENGINE COOLANT HIGH TEMPERATURE................ 146
INCOMPLETE DOOR LOCKING.................................... 146
BOOT OPEN......................................................................... 146
BONNET OPEN................................................................... 146
GENERIC FAILURE INDICATION ................................. 147
DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER CLOGGED ................. 147
FUEL RESERVE....................................................................... 147
EOBD/INJECTION SYSTEM FAILURE............................. 148
ESP SYSTEM .......................................................................... 148
HILL HOLDER FAILURE .................................................... 148
GLOW PLUG WARMING ................................................ 149GLOW PLUG WARMING FAILURE............................... 149
WATER IN DIESEL FUEL FILTER..................................... 149
ABS SYSTEM FAILURE......................................................... 149
EBD SYSTEM FAILURE........................................................ 150
CAR PROTECTION SYSTEM
FAILURE FIAT CODE.......................................................... 150
ALARM FAILURE.................................................................. 150
THEFT ATTEMPT................................................................. 150
T.P.M.S. SYSTEM FAILURE ................................................. 151
LOW TYRE PRESSURE ...................................................... 151
CHECK TYRE PRESSURE .................................................. 151
TYRE PRESSURE UNSUITABLE FOR SPEED ................. 151
EXTERNAL LIGHTS FAILURE........................................... 153
BRAKE LIGHTS FAILURE................................................... 153
REAR FOGLIGHTS............................................................... 153
FRONT FOG LIGHTS.......................................................... 153
LEFT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR........................ 153
RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR.................... 153
SIDE/TAILLIGHTS AND LOW BEAMS ........................... 154
FOLLOW ME HOME........................................................... 154
MAIN BEAMS......................................................................... 154
CRUISE CONTROL ............................................................ 154
POSSIBLE PRESENCE OF ICE ON THE ROAD ........... 154
LIMITED RANGE ................................................................. 154
ASR SYSTEM ......................................................................... 154
SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED .................................................. 154
SPORT FUNCTION ACTIVATION................................. 154
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GENERIC FAILURE
INDICATION
(amber)
Inertial fuel cut-off switch
intervened
The warning light (or the symbol on dis-
play) comes on when the inertial fuel cut-
off switch is triggered.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
Engine oil pressure sensor failure
The warning light (or the symbol on the
display) turns on when a fault is detected
to engine oil pressure sensor.
Twilight sensor failure
The warning light (or the symbol on dis-
play) turns on when a fault is detected to
the twilight sensor.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
Speed limit exceeded
(only for Arabic countries)
The warning light (amber), or symbol on
the display (red), comes on when a speed
of 120 km/h is exceeded.
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DIESEL PARTICULATE
FILTER CLOGGED
(amber)
(Multijet versions)
Turning the ignition key to MARthe
warning light turns on, but it should go off
after few seconds. The warning light turns
on when the diesel particulate filter is
clogged and the driving conditions do not
enable to activate automatically the re-
claiming procedure.
To enable the cleaning procedure, keep
the car running until the warning light
turns off.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
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Rain sensor failure
The warning light (or the symbol on the
display) on the dial turns on when the rain
sensor is faulty. Contact Fiat Dealership.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
Parking sensors failure
(where provided)
The warning light (or the symbol on the
display) when a fault is detected to park-
ing sensors.
Tyre pressure monitoring
system failure (where provided)
The warning light (or the symbol on the
display) turns on when a failure is detect-
ed in the T.P.M.S. system (where provid-
ed).
Should one or more wheels without sen-
sor be fitted, the instrument panel warn-
ing light will come on and stay on until
restoring initial conditions.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
NOTE When one of the above faults oc-
curs, contact your Fiat Dealership as soon
as possible.FUEL RESERVE
(amber)
Turning the ignition key to
MARthe warning light turns on,
but it should go off after few seconds. The
warning light turns on when about 8 litres
fuel are left in the tank.
IMPORTANT The warning light flashes to
indicate a failure, contact Fiat Dealership
as soon as possible to have the system
checked.
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Check tyre pressure
The warning light (or the symbol on the
display) turns on to indicate that the tyre
pressure is below the recommended val-
ue which ensures the long life of the tyre
and optimum fuel consumption, and/or to
indicate a slow pressure leak.
Should two or more tyre be flat, the dis-
play will show the indications corre-
sponding to each tyre in sequence.
Restore proper inflation pressure values
as soon as possible (see paragraph “Cold
inflation pressures” in section “Technical
Specifications”).Tyre pressure unsuitable for speed
Should it be required to journey at a speed
higher than 160 km/h, inflate tyres at pres-
sures values specified in paragraph “Infla-
tion pressures”.
If the T.P.M.S. system (where provided)
detects that the pressure of one or more
tyres is unsuitable for the current speed,
the warning light will turn on (together
with the message on the display) (see para-
graph “Low tyre pressure” in this section)
and it will stay on until the car speed slow
downs below the preset threshold.
IMPORTANT In this case slow down im-
mediately since tyre overheating could im-
pair tyre performance and life beyond re-
pair, and even make the tyre to blow-out.
Strong radio-frequency nois-
es could inhibit the regular
operation of the T.P.M.S. system.
This condition will be indicated by a
message (where provided). The warn-
ing message will go off automatical-
ly as soon as the radio-frequency
noise will stop to disturb the system.
WARNING
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SERVICE SCHEDULE
1.4 16V - 1.4 T-JET - 1.9 Multijet 8V - 1.9 Multijet 16V VERSIONS
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Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure if necessary
Check lighting system operation (headlights, direction indicators,
hazard lights, luggage compartment lights, passenger
compartment lights, glove compartment lights, instrument
panel warning lights, etc.)
Check operation of windscreen wiper system and
adjust sprays if necessary
Check position/wear of front/rear windscreen wiper blades
Check condition and wear of front disc brake pads and
operation of pad wear indicator
Check conditions and wear of rear disc brake pads
Visually check that the following are in good condition
and intact: body exterior, under body protection,
pipe rigid and flexible sections (exhaust-fuel system-brakes),
rubber parts (gaiters, sleeves, bushes, etc.)
Check cleanliness of locks, bonnet, engine and boot,
clean and lubricate linkages
Check and top-up fluids (hydraulic brakes/clutch,
windscreen washer, battery, engine coolant, etc.)
Check and adjust handbrake lever travel
Check visually conditions of auxiliary drive belt/s
Visually check conditions of toothed timing belt
(1.4 16V, 1.4 T-JET,1.9 Multijet 8V versions)
Check tension and adjust auxiliary drive belt
(except for engines with automatic tensioners)
Check and adjust tappet clearance (1.9 Multijet 8V version)
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1.6 Multijet and 2.0 Multijet VERSIONS
Thousands of km
Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure if necessary
Check lighting system operation (headlights, direction indicators,
hazard lights, luggage compartment lights, passenger compartment lights,
glove compartment lights, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)
Check operation of windscreen wiper system and
adjust sprays if necessary
Check position/wear of front/rear windscreen wiper blades
Check condition and wear of front disc brake pads and operation
of pad wear indicator
Check conditions and wear of rear disc brake pads
Visually check that the following are in good condition
and intact: body exterior, under body protection,
pipe rigid and flexible sections (exhaust-fuel system-brakes),
rubber parts (gaiters, sleeves, bushes, etc.)
Check cleanliness of locks, bonnet, engine and boot,
clean and lubricate linkages
Check and top-up fluids (hydraulic brakes/clutch,
windscreen washer, battery, engine coolant, etc.)
Check and adjust handbrake lever travel
Check visually conditions of auxiliary drive belt/s35 70 105 140 175
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ROUTINE
MAINTENANCE
Every 1,000 km or before long journeys,
check and top up if required:
❒engine coolant fluid level;
❒brake fluid level;
❒windscreen washer fluid level;
❒tyre pressure and conditions;
❒light system operation (headlights, di-
rection indicators, hazard lights, etc.);
❒windscreen wiper/washer operation
and windscreen/rear window blade
position/wear;
Every 3,000 km check and top up if re-
quired: engine oil level.
You are recommended to use FL Sele-
nia, products, designed and produced
specifically for Fiat cars (see table “Ca-
pacities” in section “Technical specifica-
tions”).
HEAVY-DUTY
Should prevailing use of the car be under
one of the following specially heavy con-
ditions:
❒trailer or caravan towing;
❒dusty roads;
❒short distances (less than 7-8 km) re-
peated and with external tempera-
tures below zero;
❒frequently idling engines or long dis-
tance low speed driving (e.g. door-to-
door deliveries) or in case of a long
term inactivity;
❒driving in the city;
carry out the following checks more fre-
quently than required in the Service
Schedule:
❒check front disk brake pad conditions
and wear;
❒check cleanness of locks, bonnet and
boot and lever cleanness and lubrica-
tion;
❒sight inspect the conditions of: engine,
gearbox, transmission, pipes and hoses
(exhaust - fuel - brakes), rubber parts
(boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.);
❒check battery charge and fluid level
(electrolyte) (only to be carried out by
skilled personnel or at Fiat Dealership
– see also paragraph “Battery” in this
section);
❒visual check on various drive belt con-
ditions;
❒check and replace pollen filter, if re-
quired;
❒check and replace air cleaner, if re-
quired.
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Remember that road holding
depends also on the correct
tyre inflating pressure.
WARNING
If the pressure is too low the
tyre overheats and this can
cause it serious damage.
WARNING
Do not cross switch the
tyres, moving them from the
right of the car to the left and vice
versa.
WARNING
Never submit alloy rims to
repainting treatments re-
quiring to use temperatures exceed-
ing 150°C since the mechanical prop-
erties of the wheels could be im-
paired.
WARNING
RUBBER HOSES
As far as the brake system and fuel rubber
hoses are concerned, carefully follow the
“Service schedule” in this section.
Indeed ozone, high temperatures and pro-
longed lack of fluid in the system may
cause hardening and cracking of the hoses,
with possible leaks. Careful control is
therefore necessary.
WINDSCREEN/
REAR WINDOW
WIPERS
BLADES
Periodically clean the rubber part using
special products; TUTELA PROFES-
SIONAL SC 35is recommended.
Change the blades if the rubber edge is
warped or worn out. You should in any case
change them approximately once a year.
A few simple notions can reduce the pos-
sibility of damage to the blades:
❒ if the temperature fall below zero,
make sure that ice has not frozen the
rubber against glass. If necessary, thaw
using an antifreeze product;
❒ remove any snow from the glass: in ad-
dition to protecting the blades, this pre-
vents effort on the motor and over-
heating;
❒do not operate the windscreen and
rear window wipers on dry glass.
Driving with worn wiper
blades is a serious hazard,
because visibility is reduced in bad
weather.
WARNING
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ENGINE OIL CHANGE
1.4 16V- 1.4 T-JET - 1.6 Multijet
- 1.9 Multijet 8V - 1.9 Multijet 16V - 2.0 Multijet
Tank capacity 57
Reserve8-10
Refuel petrol engines with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) no lower than 95 only (EN 228 Specifications)
Refuel diesel engines with diesel fuel for motor vehicles only (EN 590 Specifications)
FUEL CAPACITIES (litres)
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Add +0.3 bar to the prescribed inflation pressure when the tyres are warm. Recheck pressure value with cold tyres.
With snow tyres, add +0.2 bar to the inflation pressure value prescribed for standard tyres.
When running at speed higher than 160 km/h, inflate tyres at full load inflation values.
T.P.M.S. system not available for tyre 195/65 R15 91H.
COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE (bar)
195/65 R15 91H 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
1.4 16V205/55 R16 91H 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
225/45 R17 91V 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
195/65 R15 91H 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
205/55 R16 91H 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
225/45 R17 91V 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
225/40 R18 92V REINFORCED 2.6 2.6 2.9 2.9
195/65 R15 91V 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
205/55 R16 91V 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
225/45 R17 91V 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
225/40 R18 92V REINFORCED 2.6 2.6 2.9 2.9STANDARD TYRES
Size Medium load Full load
Front Rear Front Rear
1.4 T-JET 120 HP
1.6 Multijet
1.9 Multijet
8V
1.4 T-JET 150HP
1.9 Multijet 16V
2.0 Multijet
1.4 16V- 1.4 T-JET 1.6 Multijet - 1.9 - Multijet8V- 1.9 Multijet 16V2.0 Multijetlitres kg litres kg litres kg
Fuel tank 2.75 2.4 4.3 3.6 4.3 3.6
Engine sump and filter 2.9 2.55 4.6 3.85 4.9 4.1
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