Code FIAT BRAVO 2009 2.G Owners Manual

ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
If, after buying the car, you decide to add electrical accessories (that will gradually drain the battery), visit a Fiat
Dealership. They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the car’s electric system can sup-
port the required load.
CODE card (for versions/markets, where provided)
Keep the code card in a safe place, not in the car. The code card shall be used for requesting additional keys.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct maintenance of the car is essential for ensuring it stays in tip-top condition and safeguards its safety fea-
tures, its environmental friendliness and low running costs for a long time to come.
THE OWNER’S MANUAL CONTAINS…
… information, tips and important warnings regarding the safe, correct driving of your car, and its maintenance. Pay
particular attention to the symbols
"(personal safety) #(environmental protection) !(the car’s wellbeing).

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DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLSDASHBOARD ...................................................................... 5
INSTRUMENT PANEL ........................................................ 6
SYMBOLS ............................................................................... 8
THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM.................................................. 8
THE KEYS .............................................................................. 10
ALARM ................................................................................... 16
IGNITION DEVICE .............................................................. 19
INSTRUMENTS..................................................................... 20
MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY ............................................ 22
RECONFIGURABLE MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY ..... 23
DISPLAY FUNCTIONS........................................................ 28
TRIP COMPUTER ................................................................ 35
SEATS ...................................................................................... 37
HEAD RESTRAINTS............................................................. 39
STEERING WHEEL .............................................................. 40
REARVIEW MIRRORS......................................................... 40
HEATING/CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM ................... 42
HEATING AND VENTILATION ...................................... 44
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM .................... 46
AUTOMATIC TWO-ZONE
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM ........................................ 49
EXTERNAL LIGHTS............................................................. 55
WINDOW WASHING....................................................... 57CRUISE CONTROL ............................................................ 61
CEILING LIGHTS.................................................................. 63
CONTROLS ........................................................................... 65
INTERIOR FITTINGS........................................................... 67
SUNROOF.............................................................................. 72
DOORS .................................................................................. 75
POWER WINDOWS ......................................................... 77
BOOT ...................................................................................... 79
BONNET................................................................................. 83
ROOF RACK/SKI RACK .................................................... 84
HEADLIGHTS........................................................................ 85
ABS SYSTEM ......................................................................... 86
ESP SYSTEM .......................................................................... 88
EOBD SYSTEM ..................................................................... 91
SOUND SYSTEM.................................................................. 92
INSTALLATION OF ELECTRIC /
ELECTRONIC DEVICES...................................................... 93
“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING SYSTEM ............................................................. 94
TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
(T.P.M.S.).................................................................................. 96
PARKING SENSORS ........................................................... 99
AT THE FILLING STATION ............................................. 102
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT ........................... 104
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SYMBOLS
Special coloured labels have been attached
near or actually on some of the compo-
nents of your car. These labels bear sym-
bols that remind you of the precautions
to be taken as regards that particular com-
ponent.
The plate summarising the symbols used
can be found under the bonnet fig. 6.
THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM
To further protect you car from theft, it
has been fitted with an engine immobilis-
ing system. This system is automatically ac-
tivated when the ignition key is removed.
An electronic device, in fact, is fitted in
each ignition key grip. The device trans-
mits a radio-frequency signal when the en-
gine is started through a special aerial built
into the ignition switch. The modulate sig-
nal, which changes each time the engine is
started, is the “password” by means of
which the control unit recognises the key
and enables to start the engine.
fig. 6F0Q0640m
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OPERATION
Each time the car is started turning the ig-
nition key to MAR, the Fiat CODE sys-
tem control unit sends a recognition code
to the engine control unit to deactivate
the inhibitor.
The code is sent only if the Fiat CODE
system control unit has recognised the
code transmitted from the key.
Each time the ignition key is turned to
STOP, the Fiat CODE system deactivates
the functions of the engine electronic con-
trol unit.
If the code has not been recognised cor-
rectly, the instrument panel warning light
Y(or symbol on display) will turn on.
In this case, the key should be moved to
the STOPposition and then back to
MAR; if the lock continues, possibly try
again with the other key provided with the
car. If it is still not possible to start the car
contact a Fiat Dealership.IMPORTANT Every key has its own code,
which must be memorised by the system
control unit. To memorise new keys, up
to a maximum of eight, apply solely to Fi-
at Dealership taking with you the CODE
card and the keys, a personal identity doc-
ument and the car’s ownership docu-
ments. The codes of the keys not provid-
ed during the new memorising procedure
are erased from the memory. This is to
ensure that any lost or stolen keys can no
longer be used to start the car.
The electronic components in-
side the key may be damaged
if the key is submitted to sharp
knocks.
Warning light Y(or symbol on
display) coming on when driving
❒If the warning light Y(or symbol on
display) turns on, this means that the
system is running a self-test (for exam-
ple for a voltage drop).
❒If the warning light Y(or symbol on
display) continues to stay on, contact
a Fiat Dealership.
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THE KEYS
CODE CARD
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Together with the keys you will receive
the CODE card fig. 7to be presented to
Fiat Dealership when requesting additional
keys.
IMPORTANT In order to ensure perfect
efficiency of the electronic devices con-
tained inside the keys, they should never
be exposed to direct sunlight.KEY WITHOUT REMOTE
CONTROL
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The key is fitted with a metal insert
A-fig. 8, operating:
❒the ignition switch
❒doors and tailgate locks
❒the fuel lid locking/unlocking (on ver-
sions featuring fuel filler cap with lock)
❒the safe lock device (only disengage-
ment - for versions/markets, where
provided) All the keys and the CODE
card must be handed over to
the new owner when selling
the car.
fig. 7F0Q0001mfig. 8F0Q0034m
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REPLACING THE BATTERY
OF THE KEY WITH REMOTE
CONTROL fig. 11
Battery replacement:
❒press button Aand open the metal in-
sert B;
❒turn the screw Cto :using a fine bit
screwdriver;
❒take out the battery case Dand replace
the battery Emaking sure that the bias
is correct;
❒re-insert the battery holder Din the
key and lock it turning the screw Cto
;.REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL
REMOTE CONTROLS
The system can recognise up to 8 remote
controls. Should a new remote control be
necessary, contact a Fiat Dealership, tak-
ing with you the CODE card, a personal
identity document and the car’s owner-
ship documents.
Used batteries are harmful to
the environment. They should
be disposed of as specified by
law in the special containers
provided, or take them to a Fiat Deal-
ership, which will deal with their dis-
posal.
fig. 11F0Q0256m
REPLACEMENT OF REMOTE
CONTROL COVER fig. 12
To replace the remote control cover, fol-
low the procedure shown in fig. 12.
fig. 12
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12
F0Q0257m
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ALARM
(for versions/markets, where
provided)
The alarm function is provided in addition
to all remote control functions previous-
ly described and it is controlled by the re-
ceiver located under the dashboard, next
to the fuse box.WHEN THE ALARM
IS TRIGGERED
The alarm comes into action in the fol-
lowing cases:❒unlawful opening of one of the doors,
bonnet or boot (perimetral protec-
tion);
❒attempt to start the engine (turning the
ignition key to MAR);
❒battery cable cutting;
❒presence of moving bodies in the pas-
senger’s compartment (volumetric pro-
tection);
❒abnormal raising/sloping of the car. Depending on the markets, the cutting in
of the alarm causes operation of the siren
and direction indicators (for about 26 sec-
onds). The ways of operating and the num-
ber of cycles may vary depending on the
markets.
A maximum number of sound/sight cycles
is however envisaged.
The volume sensing and anti-lift protec-
tions may be turned off by operating the
control on the front courtesy light (see
“Volume-sensing/anti-lift protection” para-
graph).
IMPORTANT The engine immobiliser
function is guaranteed by the Fiat CODE
system, which is automatically activated
when the ignition key is removed.
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FRONT FOG LIGHTS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
To turn front fog lights on, press button
B-fig. 59to activate these lights it is nec-
essary to have the side/taillights switched
on.
Press the button again to turn the lights
off.
fig. 58F0Q0637mfig. 59F0Q0636m
CONTROLS
HAZARD LIGHTS
They turn on by pressing switch
A-fig. 58, regardless of the position of the
ignition key.
When the function is active, warning lights
Îand ¥on the panel blink.
To switch off, press again the button A.
The use of hazard lights is governed by the
Highway Code of the country you are in.
Keep to the rules.
Emergency braking
In the event of emergency braking the
emergency lights automatically turn on and
at the same time the lights
Îand ¥turn
on on the dashboard.
The function automatically turns off when
the emergency braking stops.
This function complies with the current ap-
plicable laws.REAR FOG LIGHTS
To turn rear fog lights on, press button
C-fig. 59, to activate these lights it is nec-
essary to have the dipped beams or front
fog lights switched on.
Press the button again to turn the lights
off.
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This diagnostic system indicates the pres-
ence of deteriorated components or sys-
tem malfunctioning (see section “Warn-
ing lights and messages”) by the turning on
of the instrument panel warning light U
(together with the message on the dis-
play).
NOTE The car is provided with a diag-
nostic connector that can be interfaced
with appropriate tools, which makes it
possible to read the error codes stored in
the control units, together with a series of
specific parameters for engine operation
and diagnosis. This test can also be per-
formed by traffic controller agents.IMPORTANT: After a servicing operation
at Fiat Dealership aimed to eliminate mal-
functioning connected to the EOBD sys-
tem, in order to check the system thor-
oughly it could be required to run a bench
test and, if necessary, road tests which
may also call for a long journey.EOBD SYSTEM
The European On Board Diagnostic sys-
tem (EOBD), fitted to engine electronic
control units, allows monitoring and warn-
ing of any malfunction to the electronic
systems that could increase exhaust emis-
sions.
The objective is:
❒To keep system efficiency under con-
trol;
❒Warn when a fault causes emission lev-
els to increase;
❒Warn of the need to replace deterio-
rated components.
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ENGINE STARTING
The car is fitted with an electronic engine
lock device: if the engine fails to start, see
the paragraph “The Fiat CODE system” in
section “Dashboard and controls”.
The engine may be noisier than usual dur-
ing the first seconds of operation, espe-
cially after it has not been used for a while.
This characteristic feature of the hydraulic
tappet system does not compromise func-
tionality or reliability. This timing system
for petrol engines was adopted to limit
servicing.
Engine starting is guaranteed up to a min-
imum temperature of –18°C (Italy and
Middle Europe) and –20°C (North Eu-
rope).
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STARTING PROCEDURE FOR
PETROL VERSIONS
Proceed as follows:
❒pull up the handbrake;
❒set the gear lever to neutral;
❒press the clutch pedal down to the
floor without touching the accelerator;
❒turn the ignition key to AVVand let
it go the moment the engine starts.
If the engine does not start at the first at-
tempt, return the ignition key to STOP
before repeating starting.
If, when the ignition key is at MAR, warn-
ing light
Yremains (or the symbol on dis-
play) lit together with warning light U,
turn the key to STOPand then back to
MAR; if the warning light remains on, try
with the other keys provided with the car.
We recommend that during
the initial period you do not
drive to full car performance
(e.g.: excessive acceleration,
long journeys at top speed, sharp brak-
ing, etc.).
Running the engine in con-
fined areas is extremely dan-
gerous. The engine consumes oxygen
and produces carbon monoxide
which is a highly toxic and lethal gas.
WARNING
When the engine is switched
off never leave the ignition key
at MARto prevent pointless
current absorption from drain-
ing the battery.
If you are still unable to start the engine,
perform the emergency start-up proce-
dure (see “Emergency start-up” in section
“In an emergency”) and contact Fiat Deal-
ership.
IMPORTANT Never leave the ignition key
at MARwhen the engine is off.
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