spare wheel FIAT DUCATO 2007 Owner handbook (in English)

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CORRECT USE
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VEHICLE
IN AN
EMERGENCY
IMPORTANT Do not directly connect the
negative terminals of the two batteries:
sparks could ignite the flammable gas from
the battery. If the other battery is fitted in
another vehicle, prevent accidental con-
tacts between the metal parts of the two
vehicles.
BUMP STARTING
Never bump start the engine (by pushing,
towing, or coasting downhill) as this could
cause fuel to flow into the catalytic ex-
haust system and damage it beyond repair.
IMPORTANT Remember that the brake
booster and the power steering system
are not operating until the engine is start-
ed, a greater effort will therefore be re-
quired to press the brake pedal or turn
the steering wheel.IF A TYRE
IS PUNCTURED
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Wheel changing and correct use of the
jack and spare wheel call for some pre-
cautions as listed below.
Alert other drivers that the
vehicle is stationary in com-
pliance with the regulations in force:
hazard warning lights, warning trian-
gle etc. Any passengers on board
should leave the vehicle, especially if
it is heavily laden. Passengers should
stay away from oncoming traffic
while the wheel is being changed on.
Pull the handbrake.
WARNING
The spare wheel is specific to
your vehicle, do not use it on
other models, or use the spare wheel
of other models on your vehicle.
Wheel bolts are specific to your vehi-
cle: do not use them on other models
and do not use bolts of other models.
WARNING
Have the punctured wheel
repaired and refitted as soon
as possible. Do not grease the threads
of bolts before installing them: they
might slip out.
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To change a wheel proceed as
follows:
❒stop the vehicle in a position that is
not dangerous for oncoming traffic
where you can change the wheel safe-
ly. The ground should be flat and ad-
equately firm;
❒turn the engine off and pull up the
handbrake;
❒engage first gear or reverse;
❒wear the reflecting safety jacket (com-
pulsory by law in certain countries) be-
fore getting out of the vehicle;
❒alert other drivers that the vehicle is
stationary, using the proper devices in
compliance with the regulations in
force (e.g.: warning triangle, hazard
warning lights, etc …);
❒take the extension and the wrench
from the tool bag under the passen-
ger’s seat (see “Compartment under
the front passenger’s seat” in section
“dashboard and controls”);
The jack shall only be used
for changing wheels on the
vehicle with which it is provided or on
vehicles of the same model. It must
not be used for other purposes such
as for instance raising vehicles of oth-
er models. In no case should it be used
for repairs under the vehicle. Incor-
rect positioning of the jack may cause
the jacked vehicle to fall. Do not use
the jack for higher capacities than
stated on its label.
WARNING
Never tamper with the in-
flation valve. Never 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 “Technical
Specifications”.
WARNING
Please note:
❒the jack weight is 4,5 kg;
❒the jack requires no adjustment;
❒the jack cannot be repaired. If it breaks
it must be replaced with a new jack;
❒no tool other than its cranking device
may be fitted on the jack.
fig. 3F0N0193m

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❒on versions with alloy wheels, remote
the press-fitted hub cap;
❒loosen one turn the bolts of the wheel
to change;
❒turn the ring nut to extend the jack
partially;
❒set the jack near the lifting support
close to the wheel to change in the
points shown in fig. 3. For short wheelbase versions with re-
tractable footboard, the jack shall be
set in the point shown in fig. 4and
shall be suitably directed (45°) to avoid
interference with the retractable foot-
board;
❒warn anybody nearby that the vehicle
is about to be lifted. They must stay
clear and not touch the vehicle until
it is back on the ground. Jack the ve-
hicle.
fig. 4F0N0194m
fig. 5F0N0186m
fig. 6F0N0163m
fig. 7F0N0164m
After jacking the vehicle:
❒for chassis-cabs, from the rear right
side of the vehicle fig. 5use the
wrench to operate the wheel re-
straining device screw,
❒for vans, open 180° the load compart-
ment door and remove the cap from
the hole A-fig. 6to fit the extension B-
fig. 6and the wrench C-fig. 7;
– fit the extension B-fig. 6into the
hole;
– fit the wrench C-fig. 7and turn it
counterclockwise to lower the
spare wheel;
❒use the wrench Cto take the wheel
out of the vehicle fig. 7a;
❒loosen the knob D , remove the sup-
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❒fit the spare wheel making the holes
G-fig. 9coincide with the respective
pins H. Make sure the contact surfaces
between spare wheel and hub are
clean so that the fastening bolts will
not come loose;
❒tighten the 5 fastening bolts;
❒operate the wheel wrench to lower
the vehicle and remove the jack;
❒fasten bolts completely, working in a
criss-cross fashion as shown in fig. 9.
When you have finished:
❒take the flat tyre, hook it to support
E-fig. 7band screw knob D-fig. 7b;
❒fit the wrench C-fig. 7to extension
B-fig. 6and turn it clockwise to raise
the spare wheel;
fig. 8F0N0167mfig. 9F0N0168m
The moving parts of the jack (screw and
joints) may also cause injury if touched.
Clean off any grease.
❒loosen the bolts completely using the
wrench F-fig. 8and remove the
wheel;
fig. 7aF0N0165m
fig. 7bF0N0166m
For both van fig. 9a and
chassis cab fig. 9b, after hav-
ing completed spare wheel raising/
locking, take out the wrench paying
attention not to turn it to opposite di-
rection making an attempt to ease
wrench extraction, in order to pre-
vent catch release.
WARNING
As regards vehicles equipped with alloy
wheel trims, proceed as follows:
– Take the relevant kit from the tool box;
– Assemble the relevant plate A-fig. 9c
on the alloy wheel, fixing it with the sup-
plied screws B-fig. 9cusing wrench
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QUICK TYRE REPAIR
KIT - FIX & GO automatic
The automatic Fix & Go fast tyre repair
kit is located in the front part of the pas-
senger compartment and contains:
❒bottle A containing sealer and fitted
with:
– filling pipe B;
– sticker Cbearing the notice “max.
80 km/h”, to be placed in a position
visible to the driver (on the instru-
ment panel) after fixing the tyre;
❒instruction brochure (see fig. 11), to
be used for prompt and proper use
of the quick repair kit and to be then
handed to the personnel charged with
handling the treated tyre;
❒compressor D-fig. 10including gauge
and connections;
❒adapters for inflating different ele-
ments.❒check for proper arrangement in the
space under the floor provided for the
purpose (the lifting system is provid-
ed with a stop limit catch; incorrect
positioning impair safety);
❒remove the extension B-fig. 6and re-
fit it together with the wrench C-
fig. 7into the tool compartment;
❒refit the tool compartment into the
proper space under the passenger’s
seat.
fig. 9aF0N0224m
fig. 9bF0N0223m
– Re-attach the wheel onto the support
turning it until it reaches the end of the
slot (as illustrated in fig. 9d) and fasten
the ball grip D-fig. 9d;
– Introduce the wheel disassembly wrench
C-fig. 7on extension B-fig. 6and turn
it clockwise in order to allow the spare
wheel to rise.
fig. 9cF0N0251m
fig. 9dF0N0252m

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WHEELS AND TYRES
Check the pressure of each tyre, includ-
ing the spare, every two weeks and before
long journeys. The pressure should be
checked with the tyre rested and cold.
It is normal for pressure to rise when you
are driving. For the correct tyre inflation
pressure, see “Wheels” in section “Tech-
nical specifications”.
Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre
wearfig. 13:
Anormal pressure: tread evenly worn.
Blow pressure: tread particularly worn
at the edges.
Chigh pressure: tread particularly worn
in the centre.
Tyres must be replaced when the tread
wears down to 1.6 mm. In any case, com-
ply with the laws in the country where the
vehicle is being driven.
fig. 13F0N0111m
IMPORTANT NOTES
❒As far as possible, avoid sharp brak-
ing and screech starts etc. Be careful
not to hit the kerb, potholes or oth-
er obstacles hard. Driving for long
stretches over bumpy roads can dam-
age the tyres;
❒periodically check that the tyres have
no cuts in the side wall, abnormal
swelling or irregular tyre wear. If any
of these occur, have the vehicle seen
to at a Fiat Dealership;
❒avoid overloading the vehicle when
travelling: this may cause serious dam-
age to the wheels and tyres;
❒if a tyre is punctured, stop immediately
and change it to avoid damage to the
tyre, the rim, suspensions and steer-
ing system;
❒tyres age even if they are not used
much. Cracks in the tread rubber are
a sign of ageing. In any case, if the
tyres have been on the vehicle for
over 6 years, they should be checked
by specialised personnel, to see if they
can still be used. Also remember to
check the spare wheel;
❒in the case of replacement, always fit
new tyres, avoiding those of dubious
origin;
❒if a tyre is changed, also change the in-
flation valve;
❒to allow even wear between the front
and rear tyres, it is advisable to change
them over every 10-15 thousand kilo-
metres, keeping them on the same
side of the vehicle so as to not reverse
the direction of rotation.
Remember that road holding
depends also on the correct
tyre inflating pressure.
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UNDERSTANDING TYRE
MARKING fig. 4
Example: 215/70 R 15 109S
215 = Nominal width (S, distance be-
tween sidewalls in mm).
70 = Percentage height/width ratio (H/
S).
R = Radial tyre.
15 = Rim diameter in inches (Ø).
109 = Load rating (capacity).
S = Maximum speed rating.
WHEELS
RIMS AND TYRES
Pressed steel or alloy rims. Tubeless tyres
with radial carcass. The homologated tyres
are listed in the Log book.
IMPORTANT In the event of discrepan-
cies between the information provided on
this “Owner handbook” and the “Log
book”, consider the specifications shown
in the log book only.
To ensure safety of the vehicle in move-
ment, it must be fitted with tyres of the
same make and type on all wheels.
IMPORTANT Do not use inner tubes
with Tubeless tyres.
fig. 4F0N0113m
SPARE WHEEL
Printed steel rim.
Tubeless tyre (same as those fitted).
WHEEL GEOMETRY
Front wheel toe-in measured
from rim to rim: – 1 ± 1 mm
The values refer to the vehicle in running
order.