engine coolant FIAT BRAVO 2013 2.G Owners Manual

CONTROL PANEL AND INSTRUMENTSVersions with multifunction display
Warning lights supplied on diesel versions only
On diesel versions, the end of scale for the rev counter is 6000 rpm.
A. Speedometer B. Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light C. Engine coolant temperature gauge with overheating
warning light D. Rev counter E. Multifunction display
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Sport versions with multifunction display
Warning lights supplied on diesel versions only
On diesel versions, the end of scale for the rev counter is 6000 rpm.
A. Speedometer B. Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light C. Engine coolant temperature gauge with overheating
warning light D. Rev counter E. Multifunction display
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Versions with reconfigurable multifunction display
Warning lights supplied on diesel versions only
On diesel versions, the end of scale for the rev counter is 6000 rpm.
A. Speedometer B. Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light C. Engine coolant temperature gauge with overheating
warning light D. Rev counter E. Reconfigurable multifunction display.
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Sport versions with reconfigurable multifunction display
Warning lights supplied on diesel versions only
On diesel versions, the end of scale for the rev counter is 6000 rpm.
A. Speedometer B. Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light C. Engine coolant temperature gauge with overheating
warning light D. Rev counter E. Reconfigurable multifunction display.
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ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
The needle shows the temperature of the engine
coolant and starts supplying indications when
the fluid temperature exceeds approx. 50°C.
Under normal usage, the needle should hover
around the middle of the scale according to the
working conditions.C
Low engine coolant temperature
H
High engine coolant temperature.Warning light B fig. 18 may switch on (together
with a message on the display) to indicate that the
coolant temperature is too high; in this case, stop
the engine and contact a Fiat Dealership.
If the needle reaches the red area, stop
the engine immediately and contact a
Fiat Dealership.
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INTERNAL AIR RECIRCULATION
ACTIVATION
Press button
: when the function is on, the
button LED lights up. It is advisable to switch the
internal air recirculation on while standing in
queues or in tunnels to prevent the introduction of
polluted air. However, it is better not to use the
function for long periods, particularly if there
are many people on board, to prevent the windows
from misting.
IMPORTANT Internal air recirculation makes it
possible to reach the required heating or cooling
conditions more quickly depending on the mode
selected. Do not use the internal air recirculation
function on rainy/cold days as it would considerably
increase the possibility of the windows misting.ADDITIONAL HEATER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This device warms up the passenger compartment
more quickly when it is very cold and the engine
coolant temperature is low.
The additional heater comes on automatically when
the engine is started, if knob A is turned to the
last red sector and the fan (knob C) is at least at
the first speed level.
The heater switches off automatically when the
required comfort conditions are achieved.
IMPORTANT The heater will not turn on if the
battery voltage is too low.
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CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (cooling)
Proceed as follows:
❒turn knob A to the blue section;
❒turn knob C to the required speed;
❒turn knob F to
;
❒press
and
buttons (button LEDs on).
Cooling adjustment
Proceed as follows:
❒deactivate thebutton (LED on button off );
❒turn knob A rightwards to increase the
temperature;
❒turn knob C leftwards to reduce the fan speed.ADDITIONAL HEATER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This device warms up the passenger compartment
more quickly when it is very cold and the engine
coolant temperature is low.
The additional heater comes on automatically when
the engine is started, if knob A is turned to the
last red sector and the fan (knob C) is at least at
the first speed level.
The heater switches off automatically when the
required comfort conditions are achieved.
IMPORTANT The heater will not turn on if the
battery voltage is too low.
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
In winter, the climate control system must be
turned on at least once a month for about
10 minutes. Before summer, have the system
checked at a Fiat Dealership.
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Air flow distribution between front and
rear diffusers, centre/side dashboard
diffusers, rear diffuser and windscreen
and front side window demisting/
defrosting diffusers.
Air flow distribution to centre/side dashboard
diffusers (passenger's body).
Air flow distribution between footwell
diffusers and windscreen and front side
window defrosting/demisting diffusers. This
distribution setting allows the passenger
compartment to be warmed effectively and
prevents the windows from misting.Air flow distribution between footwell
diffusers (hotter air) and centre/side
dashboard diffusers and rear diffuser (cooler
air).Air flow distribution between centre/side
dashboard diffusers, rear diffuser and
windscreen and front side window
demisting/defrosting diffusers. This
distribution setting ventilates the passenger
compartment well and prevents the
windows from misting up.
IMPORTANT For the climate control system to
function, at least one of the buttons
/
/
must
be operated. The system does not allow the
deactivation of all the buttons
/
/
.IMPORTANT Push the OFF button to turn the
climate control system back on: in this way, all
operating conditions memorised before switching
off are restored.
To restore automatic control of the air distribution
after a manual selection, press the AUTO button.
ADDITIONAL HEATER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This device warms up the passenger compartment
more quickly when it is very cold and the engine
coolant temperature is low.
In these conditions, the device comes on
automatically when the engine is started and the
fan is on.
The heater switches off automatically when the
required comfort conditions are achieved.
IMPORTANT The heater will not turn on if the
battery voltage is too low.
SWITCHING OFF THE CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM
Press the OFF button.
The following information is shown on the display:
❒OFF;
❒outside temperature indication;
❒internal air recirculation on indication (LED on
button
lit).
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HOW TO WARM UP THE ENGINE AFTER
IT HAS JUST STARTED
Proceed as follows:
❒Drive off slowly, letting the engine turn at
medium revs. Do not accelerate abruptly;
❒Do not demand full performance at first. Wait
until the engine coolant temperature gauge
starts moving.
Never jump start the engine by pushing,
towing or coasting downhill.This could
cause fuel to flow into the catalytic
conver ter and damage it beyond repair.
EMERGENCY START-UP
Contact a Fiat Dealership if instrument panel
warning light
(or the symbol on the display)
stays on constantly.STOPPING THE ENGINE
Turn the ignition key to STOP while the engine is
idling.
IMPORTANT After a taxing drive, you should allow
the engine to “catch its breath” before turning it
off by letting it idle to allow the temperature in the
engine compartment to fall.
A quick burst on the accelerator before
turning off the engine serves absolutely
no practical purpose, it wastes fuel and is
damaging especially to turbocharged engines.
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EXCESSIVE ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE (red)
Turning the key to the MAR-ON position the
warning light switches on, but it should switch off
after a few seconds. The warning light turns on
when the engine is overheated. If the warning light
comes on, proceed as follows:
❒when driving normally:stop the car, stop the
engine and check that the water level in the
reservoir is not below the MIN mark. If it is, wait
for a few minutes for the engine to cool down
then slowly and carefully open the cap, top
up with coolant and check that the level is
between the MIN and MAX marks. Also check
visually for any fluid leaks. If, when restarting, the
warning light should come on again, contact a
Fiat Dealership.
❒If the car is used under demanding
conditions(e.g. towing trailers uphill or fully
loaded): slow down and, if the light stays on, stop
the car. Wait for 2 or 3 minutes with the engine
running and slightly accelerated to further favour
the coolant circulation. Then stop the engine.
Check the correct coolant level as described
above.
IMPORTANT Over demanding routes, it is
advisable to keep the engine on and slightly
accelerated for a few minutes before switching it
off.
The display will show the dedicated message.
INCOMPLETE DOOR LOCKING
(red)
This warning light (or symbol on the display)
switches on when one or more doors are not
properly shut. An acoustic signal is activated with
the doors open and the car moving.LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT NOT
PROPERLY SHUT
This symbol (for versions/markets where provided)
switches on in the display when the luggage
compartment is not properly shut. On certain
versions warning light
comes on instead.
BONNET NOT PROPERLY SHUT
This symbol (for versions/markets where provided)
switches on in the display when the bonnet is not
properly shut. On certain versions warning light
comes on instead.
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