snow chains FIAT CROMA 2006 2.G Owners Manual

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When travelling on snowy roads with
snow chains, it may be helpful to turn the
ASR off: in fact, in these conditions, slip-
ping of the driving wheels when moving off
makes it possible to obtain better drive.FAILURE INDICATIONS
In the event of malfunctioning, the ASR
system is automatically disconnected and
the warning light
áwill come on with
fixed light on the instrument together with
the message on the display (see section
“Warning lights and messages”). In this
case contact Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
EOBD SYSTEM
The EOBD system (European On Board
Diagnosis) allows continuous diagnosis of
the components of the car correlated with
emissions.
It also alerts the driver, by turning on the
warning light
Uon the instrument pan-
el (together with the message on the dis-
play) (see section “Warning lights and
messages”), when these conditions are no
longer in peak conditions.
The objective is:
❒to keep the system efficiency under
control;
❒warn when a fault causes emissions
levels to increase;
❒warn of the need to replace deterio-
rated components.
The system also has a diagnostic connec-
tor that can be interfaced with appropri-
ate tools, which makes it possible to read
the error codes stored in the control unit,
together with a series of specific parame-
ters for engine operation and diagnosis.
This check can also be carried out by the
traffic police.
The performance of the sys-
tem, in terms of active safe-
ty should not induce the driver to take
pointless and unnecessary risks. The
style of driving must in any case al-
ways be adapted to the conditions of
the road surface, visibility an traffic.
Road safety is always the driver’s re-
sponsibility.
WARNING
For correct operation of the
ASR system, the tyres must
absolutely be of the same brand and
type on all wheels, in perfect condi-
tions and, above all, of type, brand
and size specified.
WARNING
For correct operation of the
ASR system, the tyres must
absolutely be of the same brand and
type on all wheels, in perfect condi-
tions and, above all, of type, brand
and size specified.
WARNING
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STARTING THE ENGINE ................................................... 120
PARKING .................................................................................. 123
USING THE MANUAL GEARBOX .................................. 124
ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ........... 125
CONTAINING RUNNING COSTS ................................. 130
TOWING TRAILERS ............................................................. 131
SNOW TYRES ......................................................................... 134
SNOW CHAINS ..................................................................... 135
CAR INACTIVITY .................................................................. 136
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SNOW CHAINS
Use of snow chains should be in compli-
ance with local regulations.
Snow chains should only be applied to the
driving wheels (front wheels). We rec-
ommend using Lineaccessori Fiat snow
chains.
Check the tension of the chains after the
first few metres have been driven.
IMPORTANT Snow chains cannot be fit-
ted to the space-saver spare wheel. So, if
a front (drive) wheel is punctured and
chains are needed, a rear wheel should be
fitted to the front of the car and the spare
wheel should be fitted to the rear. This
way with two normal drive wheels, snow
chains can be fitted to them to solve an
emergency.
IMPORTANT Snow chains shall only be
a temporary solution. Use snow tyres if
you have to travel for long on roadbeds
covered with snow or ice.
IMPORTANT With snow chains fitted,
use the accelerator with extreme care to
prevent or to reduce to a minimum dri-
ving wheel skidding in order to avoid snow
chain breaking that could cause damages
to the body or the mechanical parts of the
car.
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Versions Tyres on which chains Type of snow chains
can be fitted to be used
1.8 - 2.2205/55 R16 91V
1.9 Multijet215/55 R16 93W2.4 Multijet
215/50 R17 91WSnow chains with reduced size with
max protrusion beyond the tyre
profile of 9 mm
Refer to the above mentioned table for information on the wheels where
snow chains can be fitted. Follow the prescriptions.
Keep your speed down when snow chains are fitted. Do not ex-
ceed 40 km/h. Avoid potholes, steps and pavements and avoid
also to drive for long distances on roads not covered with snow
to prevent damaging the car and the roadbed.

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When driving with a space-
saver spare wheel fitted, the
driving performance of the car chan-
ges. Avoid accelerating or braking
sharply, abrupt turns or fast corne-
rings. The life of the spare wheel is
approx. 3000 Km, after this distance
it should be replaced with another of
the same type. Never attempt to fit
a conventional tyre on a rim designed
for use as a space-saver spare wheel.
Have the punctured wheel repaired
and refitted as soon as possible. Two
or more space-saver spare wheels
should never be used together. Do not
grease the threads of bolts before in-
stalling them: they might slip out.
WARNING
The jack shall only be used
for changing wheels on the
car with which it is provided or on
cars of the same model.
It must not be used for other purpo-
ses such as for instance raising cars of
other models. In no case should it be
used for repairs under the car. Incor-
rect positioning of the jack may cau-
se the jacked car to fall. Do not use
the jack for higher capacities than
stated on its label. Snow chains can-
not be fitted to the space-saver spa-
re wheel. So, if a front (drive) wheel
is punctured and chains are needed,
a rear wheel should be fitted to the
front of the car and the spare wheel
should be fitted to the rear. This way
with two normal drive wheels, snow
chains can be fitted to them to solve
an emergency.
WARNING
Fasten the wheel cap cor-
rectly to prevent the wheel
from coming free in motion. Never
tamper with the inflation valve. Ne-
ver place tools between the rim and
tyre. Check and restore, if required,
the pressure of tyres and spare wheel
to the values given in section “Tech-
nical Specifications”.
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VERSIONS RIMS TYRES Space-saver spare wheel
Standard tyres Snow tyres Rim Tyre
1.86.5J x 16” - ET 41 205/55 R16 91V 205/55 R16 91 H (M+S)
6.5J x 16” - ET 41 215/55 R16 93W 215/55 R16 93 H (M+S)
7J x 17” - ET 41 215/50 R17 91W 215/50 R17 91 H (M+S)4J R16 - ET 41115/70 R16 92 M
7.5J x 18” - ET 41 225/45 R18 95Y (*) (Ô) 225/45 R18 95 H (M+S) (*)
2.26.5J x 16” - ET 41 205/55 R16 91V 205/55 R16 91 H (M+S)
6.5J x 16” - ET 41 215/55 R16 93W 215/55 R16 93 H (M+S)
7J x 17” - ET 41 215/50 R17 91W 215/50 R17 91 H (M+S)4J R16 - ET 41115/70 R16 92 M
7.5J x 18” - ET 41 225/45 R18 95Y (*) (Ô) 225/45 R18 95 H (M+S) (*)
2.2 a.t.6.5J x 16” - ET 41 205/55 R16 91V 205/55 R16 91 H (M+S)
6.5J x 16” - ET 41 215/55 R16 93W 215/55 R16 93 H (M+S)
7J x 17” - ET 41 215/50 R17 91W 215/50 R17 91 H (M+S)4J R16 - ET 41115/70 R16 92 M
7.5J x 18” - ET 41 225/45 R18 95Y (*) (Ô) 225/45 R18 95 H (M+S) (*)
1.9 Multijet
8V6.5J x 16” - ET 41 205/55 R16 91V 205/55 R16 91 H (M+S)
6.5J x 16” - ET 41 215/55 R16 93W 215/55 R16 93 H (M+S)
7J x 17” - ET 41 215/50 R17 91W 215/50 R17 91 H (M+S)4J R16 - ET 41115/70 R16 92 M
7.5J x 18” - ET 41 225/45 R18 95Y (*) (Ô) 225/45 R18 95 H (M+S) (*)
1.9 Multijet
16V6.5J x 16” - ET 41 205/55 R16 91V 205/55 R16 91 H (M+S)
6.5J x 16” - ET 41 215/55 R16 93W 215/55 R16 93 H (M+S)
7J x 17” - ET 41 215/50 R17 91W 215/50 R17 91 H (M+S)4J R16 - ET 41115/70 R16 92 M
7.5J x 18” - ET 41 225/45 R18 95Y (*) (Ô) 225/45 R18 95 H (M+S) (*)
1.9 Multijet 16Va.t.6.5J x 16” - ET 41 205/55 R16 91V 205/55 R16 91 H (M+S)
6.5J x 16” - ET 41 215/55 R16 93W 215/55 R16 93 H (M+S)
7J x 17” - ET 41 215/50 R17 91W 215/50 R17 91 H (M+S)4J R16 - ET 41115/70 R16 92 M
7.5J x 18” - ET 41 225/45 R18 95Y (*) (Ô) 225/45 R18 95 H (M+S) (*)
2.4 Multijet 20Va.t.7J x 17” - ET 41 215/50 R17 95W 215/50 R17 91 H (M+S)
4J R16 - ET 41115/70 R16 92 M7.5J x 18” - ET 41 225/45 R18 95Y (Ô) 225/45 R18 95 H (M+S)
(*) Only for versions with ESP
(Ô) Tyres that cannot be fitted with snow chains
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– "table" setting .................................. 32
Side/taillights
– control ............................................. 54
– front bulb replacement ................. 163
– rear bulb replacement .................. 165
Sunroof.................................................... 70
Smart washing ...................................... 57
Snow chains .......................................... 135
Sound system ....................................... 92
Spark plugs
– type ................................................... 211
Starting the engine
– bump starting ................................. 151
– diesel engines ................................. 121
– ignition switch ................................ 17
– jump starting .................................. 150
– petrol engines ................................ 120
– stopping the engine ...................... 122
– warming up the engine ................ 122
Steering ................................................... 214
Steering column lock .......................... 17
Steering wheel adjustment ................ 35
Storing the car ..................................... 136
Sun visors .............................................. 69
Suspensions ........................................... 214
Symbols .................................................. 7
Table ..................................................... 32
Tailgate ................................................... 76
Technical specifications ....................... 207
Third brake light .................................. 166
Tools ...................................................... 153
Top speeds ............................................ 221
Towing a trailer
– tow hitch installation .................... 132
Towing the car ..................................... 181T.P.M.S. system ..................................... 91
Transmission ........................................ 213
Tyre pressure ......................... 218-219
Tyres
– changing ........................................... 151
– snow tyres ...................................... 134
– standard ........................................... 217
– understanding tyre marking......... 215
Universal Isofix child restraint
system ................................................. 109
Using the manual gearbox ................. 124
Using the automatic gearbox ............ 125
Ventilation ........................................... 39
Volumetric protection ........................ 13
Warning lights and messages........... 137
Weights ................................................. 222
Wheel geometry................................... 215
Wheel replacement ............................ 151
Wheels
– changing ........................................... 151
– spare wheel .................................... 217
Window washing .................................. 57
Windows (cleaning) ............................. 205
Windscreen and rear window
wiper blades ....................................... 202
Windscreen washer
– control ............................................. 57
– fluid level ......................................... 195
Windscreen wipers
– blades ............................................... 202
– control ............................................. 57
– nozzles ............................................. 203
Windscreen/rear window/
headlight washer fluid level ............. 195 Rear ceiling lights
– bulb replacement .......................... 169
– control .............................................. 62
Rear fog lights
– bulb replacement .......................... 164
– control button ............................... 64
Rear window washer
– control ............................................. 59
– fluid level ......................................... 195
Rear window wipers
– blades ............................................... 202
– control ............................................. 59
– nozzles ............................................. 203
Rearview mirrors
– door mirrors .................................. 36
– driving mirror ................................ 36
– electric ............................................. 36
Refuelling ............................................... 224
Rev. counter ......................................... 18
Reversing light ...................................... 164
Rims
– understanding rim marking .......... 215
Roof rack/ski rack ................................ 84
Safety devices ....................................... 99
Seat adjustment ................................... 31
Seat belts
– general warnings ........................... 103
– load limiters ..................................... 102
– maintenance ................................... 104
– use .................................................... 100
Seats
– cleaning ............................................ 205
– electrically adjustable front
seats ................................................... 33
– manually adjustable front seats ... 31
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