hill holder FIAT DUCATO 2014 Owner handbook (in English)

47) When the ABS intervenes and
you notice the brake pedal
pulsating, keep the pedal pushed
down and don’t be alarmed. This
will help you to stop in the
shortest distance possible,
depending on the road conditions.
48) If the ABS intervenes, it means
you have almost reached the grip
limit between the tyres and the
road surface: slow down to make
sure that you drive in accordance
with the available grip
49) The ABS can’t overrule the
natural laws of physics, and can’t
increase the grip available
according to the condition of the
road.
50) The ABS cannot prevent
accidents, including those due to
excessive speed on corners,
driving on low-grip surfaces or
aquaplaning.
51) The capability of the ABS must
never be tested irresponsibly and
dangerously, in such a way as
to compromise personal safety
and the safety of others.
52) For the correct operation of the
ABS, it is essential that the tyres
are of the same make and type on
all wheels, in perfect condition
and, above all, of the specified
type and dimensions.53) If the space-saver wheel (for
versions/markets, where
provided) is used, the ABS keeps
operating. Always remember
that the space-saver wheel, being
smaller than the original wheel,
provides less grip.
ESC (Electronic
Stability Control)
SYSTEM(for versions/markets, where provided)
The ESC system improves the
directional control and stability of the
vehicle in various driving conditions.
The ESC system corrects the vehicle’s
understeer and oversteer, distributing
the brake force on the appropriate
wheels. The torque supplied by the
engine can also be reduced in order to
maintain control of the vehicle.
The ESC system uses the sensors in
the vehicle to determine the trajectory
required by the driver through steering
and compares it with the real trajectory
of the vehicle. When the real trajectory
deviates from the desired trajectory, the
ESC system intervenes to counter the
car’s understeer or oversteer.
❒Oversteer: occurs when the vehicle is
turning more than it should according
to the angle of the steering wheel.
❒Understeer: occurs when the vehicle
is turning less than it should
according to the angle of the steering
wheel
The ESC system also includes the
following subsystems:
❒Hill Holder
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❒ASR
❒HBA
❒DST
❒ERM
54) 55) 56)
SYSTEM INTERVENTION
This is signalled by the flashing of
warning light
in the instrument panel,
to inform the driver that the vehicle is
in critical stability and grip conditions.
SYSTEM ACTIVATION
The ESC system switches on
automatically when the engine is
started and cannot be switched off.
HILL HOLDER SYSTEM
This system is an integral part of the
ESC system and facilitates starting on
slopes.
It is automatically activated in the
following conditions:
❒uphill: vehicle stationary on a road
with a gradient higher than 5%,
engine running, brake pressed and
gearbox in neutral or gear (other than
reverse) engaged;❒downhill: vehicle stationary on a road
with a gradient higher than 5%,
engine running, brake pressed and
reverse gear engaged.
When setting off, the ESC system
control unit maintains the braking
pressure on the wheels until the torque
necessary for starting is reached, or
in any case for a maximum of 2
seconds, allowing your right foot to be
moved easily from the brake pedal to
the accelerator.
When two seconds have elapsed,
without starting, the system is
automatically deactivated, gradually
releasing the braking pressure. During
this release stage, the typical brake
disengagement noise indicating that the
vehicle is going to move imminently
will be heard.
IMPORTANT The Hill Holder system is
not a parking brake; therefore, never
leave the vehicle without having
engaged the handbrake, turned the
engine off and engaged first gear,
so that it is parked in safe conditions
(for further information read the
"Parking" paragraph in the "Starting
and driving" chapter).ASR (AntiSlip
Regulation) SYSTEM
It is an integral part of the ESC system.
It automatically operates in the event
of one or both drive wheels slipping,
loss of grip on wet roads (aquaplaning)
and acceleration on slippery, snowy
or icy roads, etc.
Depending on the slipping conditions,
two different control systems are
activated:
❒if the slipping involves both drive
wheels, the ASR intervenes reducing
the power transmitted by the engine;
❒if the slipping only involves one of the
drive wheels, it intervenes
automatically braking the wheel that
is slipping.
58)
Engagement/ disengagement of the
ASR system
The ASR system switches on
automatically each time the engine is
started.
Whilst driving, the ASR can be switched
off and subsequently switched on
again by pressing the ASR OFF button
fig. 124.
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KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
amberESC-ASR system/TRACTION PLUS failure
On certain versions a dedicated message is
displayed.
Flashing of the warning light while driving indicates
the intervention of the ESC system.If the warning light does not switch off, or stays
on when travelling, contact a Fiat Dealership.
Hill Holder system failure
The warning light will turn on when the Hill Holder
system is faulty.
On certain versions a dedicated message is
displayed.In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon
as possible.amberWORN BRAKE PADS
The warning light switches on if the front brake
pads are worn.
On certain versions a dedicated message is
displayed.Have them replaced as soon as possible.
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KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL

DIPPED HEADLIGHTS
With incandescent bulbs
To replace the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒remove the protective rubber cover
B fig. 203;
❒release the bulb holder A fig. 206
from the side clips B and remove it;
❒disconnect the electrical connector;
❒fit the new bulb, ensuring that the
outline of the metal part coincides
with the grooves on the curve of the
headlight, pressing to engage it
with the side clips;
❒reconnect the electrical connector;
❒refit the protective rubber cover B fig.
203.DIRECTION INDICATORS
To replace the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒remove the protective rubber cover
A fig. 203;
❒turn the bulb holder B fig. 207
anticlockwise;
❒extract the bulb by pulling and
replace it;
❒remove the bulb by pushing it slightly
and turning it anticlockwise (bayonet
mount);
❒refit the bulb holder B by turning it
clockwise and making sure that it
locks correctly
❒refit the protective rubber cover A fig.
203.Side
To change the bulb, proceed as follows
fig. 208:
❒move the mirror manually to permit
access to the two fixing screws A;
❒using the Phillips screwdriver
provided, undo the screws
and extract the bulb holder assembly,
releasing it from the teeth;
❒undo the bulb and replace bulb B,
turning it anticlockwise.206
F1A0316
207
F1A0317
208
F1A0195
207

Engine oil level gauge ..................... 108
EOBD system ................................ 92
ESC (system) ................................. 75
External lights................................. 44Fiat CODE system......................... 10
Fix&Go Automatic quick tyre
repair kit ............................... 196-198
Flap on bench ............................ 18-62
Flashing ......................................... 45
Flex Floor rear seat......................... 20
Fluids and lubricants ...................... 318
Fog lights ................................. 55-208
Follow Me Home device ................. 46
Follow me home ............................ 46
Front airbags .................................. 160
– Driver's side front airbag............ 160
– Manually deactivating the
front airbag and side bag........... 161
– Passenger side front airbag ....... 160
Front roof light (changing a bulb) .... 211
Fuel consumption .......................... 321
Fuel cut-off switch ......................... 57
Fuel level gauge ............................. 108
Fuel tank cap ................................. 101
Fuses (replacement) ....................... 212Gearbox ....................................... 173
Gear lever ...................................... 173
Gear Shift Indicator ........................ 110
Glove compartment ....................... 58Glove compartment with lock......... 58
Hazard warning lights ................... 54
HBA (Hydraulic Brake Assist)
system ......................................... 77
HBA (system) ................................. 77
Headlight alignment corrector ........ 73
Headlights
– Headlight alignment corrector.... 73
– Light beam direction.................. 73
Headlight washers .................... 49-242
Head restraints
– Front ......................................... 23
Heated rear window ....................... 55
Heating and ventilation controls...... 28
Heating and ventilation ................... 27
Hill Descent Control System ........... 77
Hill Descent .................................... 77
Hill Holder system .......................... 76
Hill Holder (system) ........................ 76Identification data .......................... 250
Ignition switch ................................ 14
Independent additional heater ........ 39
Inflation pressure ............................ 263
Inflation procedure ......................... 196
Instrument panel ............................ 104
Interior fittings ................................ 58
Interiors .......................................... 246
Isofix child restraint systems
(setup)– Arrangement possibilities for
child restraint system on
seats of vehicle.......................... 156
Jump starting ................................ 190Lectern ......................................... 61
Lifting the vehicle ........................... 220
Light beam direction ...................... 73
Lights off ........................................ 44
Loading advice............................... 175M
ain beam headlights............. 45-206
Maintenance and care - regular
checks ......................................... 228
Maintenance and care -
Scheduled Servicing .................... 224
Maintenance and care -
scheduled servicing plan .............. 225
Manual climate control system ....... 30
Manually deactivating the front
airbag and side bag ..................... 161
Moving footboard ........................... 68
MSR system .................................. 74
MSR (system)................................. 74
Multifunction display
– Control buttons ......................... 110
– Setup menu .............................. 111
Number plate lights....................... 210O
n-board instruments................... 104
Parking ......................................... 172
Parking lights.............................. 46-55
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