light FIAT DUCATO BASE CAMPER 2014 Owner handbook (in English)

PERIODIC CHECKSBefore long journeys, check and, if
necessary, restore:
❒engine coolant level;
❒brake fluid level;
❒windscreen washer fluid level;
❒tyre inflation pressure and condition;
❒operation of lighting system
(headlamps, direction indicators,
hazard warning lights, etc.);
❒operation of screen washer/wiper
system and positioning/wear of
windscreen/rear window wiper
blades.
To ensure that the vehicle is always
efficient and well maintained, it is
advisable to make sure that you carry
out the above operations regularly
(approximately every 1000 km and
every 3000 km for checking and
topping up engine oil is advisable).
DEMANDING
VEHICLE USEIf the vehicle is mostly used in one of
the following conditions:
❒towing a trailer or caravan;
❒dusty roads;
❒short, repeated journeys (less than
7-8 km) at sub-zero outside
temperatures;
❒engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long
periods of inactivity;
the following checks must be carried
out more often than indicated in the
Scheduled Servicing Plan:
❒check front disc brake pad
conditions and wear;
❒check cleanliness of bonnet and boot
locks, cleanliness and lubrication of
linkage;
❒visually inspect conditions of: engine,
gearbox, transmission, pipes and
hoses (exhaust - fuel system -
brakes) and rubber elements (boots -
sleeves - bushes - etc.);
❒check battery charge and battery
fluid level (electrolyte);
❒visually inspect condition of the
accessory drive belts;❒check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter.
❒check and, if necessary, replace
pollen filter.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

BATTERYThe battery is “limited maintenance”
type: under normal conditions of use,
the electrolyte does not need topping
up with distilled water.
It does, however, need to be checked
periodically at a Fiat Dealership or
by specialist personnel to make sure it
is working correctly.
The battery is located inside the
passenger compartment, in front of the
pedals. Remove the protective cover
to gain access to it.
184) 185)
REPLACING THE
BATTERY
If required, replace the battery with an
original spare part with the same
specifications.
If a battery with different specifications
is fitted, the service intervals given in
the “Scheduled Servicing Plan” will no
longer be valid.
Follow the battery manufacturer's
instructions for maintenance.
51) 52)186) 187)4)
USEFUL ADVICE FOR
EXTENDING THE LIFE OF
YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and
make it last longer, observe the
following instructions:
❒when you park the vehicle, ensure
that the doors, tailgate and bonnet
are closed properly, to prevent any
roof lights from remaining on inside
the passenger's compartment;
❒switch off all roof lights inside the
vehicle: the vehicle is however
equipped with a system which
switches all internal lights off
automatically;
❒do not keep accessories (e.g. sound
system, hazard lights, etc.) switched
on for a long time when the engine
is not running;
❒before carrying out any operation on
the electrical system, disconnect the
negative battery cable through the
suitable terminal;
❒Completely tighten the battery
terminals.
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Replacing the
windscreen wiper
blades
53)
Proceed as follows:
❒raise the wiper arm, press tab A fig.
245 of the attachment spring and
remove the blade from the arm;
❒fit the new blade, inserting the tab
into the special slot in the arm,
making sure that it is locked;
❒lower the wiper arm on the
windscreen.SPRAY NOZZLES
Windscreen (washer)
fig. 246
If the jet of fluid is inadequate, firstly
check that there is fluid in the reservoir:
(see "Checking levels" in this chapter).
Then check that the nozzle holes are
not clogged; use a needle to unblock
them if necessary.
The washer jets should be positioned
by adjusting the angle of the sprays
using a small straight-headed
screwdriver.
The jets should be directed at about a
third of the height from the top edge
of the windscreen.HEADLIGHT WASHERS
Check the correct condition and
cleanliness of nozzles at regular
intervals.
The headlight washers come on
automatically when the windscreen
washer is operated with the low beams
on.
WARNING
192) Driving with worn windscreen
wiper blades is a serious hazard,
because visibility is reduced in
bad weather conditions.
IMPORTANT
53) Do not operate the windscreen
wiper with the blades lifted from
the windscreen.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

ADVICE FOR
PRESERVING THE
BODYWORK
Paintwork
Paintwork does not only serve an
aesthetic purpose, but also protects the
underlying sheet metal.
Touch up abrasions and scratches
immediately to prevent rust formation.
Only use genuine spare paint products
for touch-ups (see “Bodywork paint
identification plate” in the “Technical
Specifications” section).
Normal maintenance of paintwork
consists in washing the car: the
frequency depends on the conditions
and environment where the car is used.
For example, it is advisable to wash
the vehicle more often in areas with
high levels of environmental pollution or
on roads spread with salt.To correctly wash the vehicle, proceed
as follows:
❒wash the bodywork using a low
pressure jet of water;
❒wipe a sponge with a slightly soapy
solution over the bodywork,
frequently rinsing the sponge;
❒rinse well with water and dry with a
jet of air or a chamois leather.
If you put the car through a car wash,
follow these recommendations:
❒remove the aerial from the roof so it
does not get damaged;
❒the vehicle should be washed with
water added to a soapy solution;
❒rinse thoroughly to avoid soap marks
remaining on the bodywork or less
visible parts.
54)
Dry the less visible parts, such as the
door frames, bonnet and the headlight
frames with special care, as in these
areas water may stagnate more easily.
It is a good idea to leave the vehicle
outdoors for a while after washing it to
give the water time to evaporate.
Do not wash the vehicle after it has
been left in the sun or with the bonnet
hot: this may alter the shine of the
paintwork.
Exterior plastic parts should be cleaned
in the same way as the rest of the
vehicle. Where possible, do not park
the vehicle under trees; the resinous
substances released by many species
give the paint a dull appearance and
increase the possibility of corrosion.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings must be
washed off immediately and thoroughly
as the acid they contain is particularly
aggressive.
5)
Windows
To clean glasses, use specific cleaning
products. Use clean cloths to avoid
scratching the glass or damaging the
transparency.
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IMPORTANT Wipe the rear window
inside gently with a cloth following the
direction of the filaments to avoid
damaging the heating device.
Engine compartment
At the end of each winter, thoroughly
wash the engine compartment, taking
care to avoid spraying the water jet
directly onto the electronic control units
and the relay/fuse box on the left side
of the engine compartment (driving
direction). Have this operation
performed at a specialised workshop.
IMPORTANT The washing should
take place with the engine cold and the
ignition key in the STOP position. After
the washing operation, make sure
that the various protections (e.g. rubber
caps and guards) have not been
removed or damaged.
Front headlights
IMPORTANT Never use aromatic
substances (e.g. petrol) or ketones (e.g.
acetone) for cleaning the plastic lenses
of the front headlights.
IMPORTANT
54) Some car washes with old-style
blades and/or in a poor state of
repair can damage the paintwork,
facilitating the formation of lines
that give the paint a dull/misty
appearance, especially on dark
colours. If this happens, lightly
polish the paintwork with
appropriate products.
IMPORTANT
5) Detergents cause water pollution.
The vehicle should be washed in
areas equipped for collecting
and purifying the liquid used in
the washing process.
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WARNING
193) Never use flammable products,
such as petroleum ether or
modified petrol, to clean the
inside of the vehicle. The
electrostatic charges which are
generated by rubbing during
the cleaning operation may cause
a fire.
194) Do not keep aerosol cans in the
vehicle: they might explode.
Aerosol cans must not be exposed
to a temperature exceeding 50°C.
When the vehicle is exposed to
sunlight, the internal temperature
can greatly exceed this value.
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115 MultiJet
(°)110 (°)
/130
MultiJet
150 MultiJet180 MultiJet
PowerPrescribed fuels and
original lubricants
Gearbox/differential casing
(litres):2,92.9 (M38
gearbox)2.9TUTELA TRANSMISSION
GEARTECH
Hydraulic braking circuit with
ABS (kg):0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6
TUTELA TOP 4
Hydraulic braking circuit with
ASR/ESP (kg):0.62 0.62 0.62 0.62
Hydraulic power steering: 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5TUTELA TRANSMISSION
GI/E
Windscreen/headlight
washer reservoir:5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5Mixture of water and
TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC35(°)Version for specific markets
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WHATTODOIF
Fault Possible solution
... A TYRE IS PUNCTURED.Use the Fix&Go tyre repair kit. See page 196.
Replace the tyre. See page 191
... A TYRE DEFLATES. Restore the correct pressure. See page 263.
... THE INTERNAL ROOF LIGHT DOES NOT
SWITCH ON.Replace the bulb.See page 211 or contact a
Fiat Dealership.
... AN EXTERNAL BULB (main beam, dipped
beam headlights...) DOES NOT COME ON.Replace the bulb.See page 205 or contact a
Fiat Dealership.
... THE REMOTE CONTROL DOES NOT
WORK.Replace the batteries inside the remote
control.See page 12 or contact a
Fiat Dealership.
... AN ELECTRIC WINDOW DOES NOT
WORK.Check the relevant protection fuse.See page 212 or contact a
Fiat Dealership.
Have the relevant window raising / lowering
motor checked.Contact a Fiat Dealership.
... THE ENGINE DOES NOT START OR
STOPS WHEN DRIVING.Check that there is sufficient fuel in the tank;
refuel if necessary.See page 100.
...DIESEL FUEL IS FROZEN.Use winter diesel fuel or a suitable additive. See page 320
In the case of VOR, warm up the diesel filter
area and the upstream/downstream circuits, if
possible.-
...INCORRECT FITTING OF THE AFTER
MARKET SYSTEMS.Carefully follow the instructions in the Owner
Handbook in order to prevent affecting the
correct operation of the vehicle.See page 99 or contact a
Fiat Dealership.

INDEX
ABS .............................................. 74
Additional heater ............................ 38
Additional rear climate control
(Panorama/Combi) ....................... 43
Additional rear heating
(Panorama/Combi) ....................... 43
Advice for extending battery life...... 237
Air cleaner ...................................... 236
Air suspension ............................... 64
Arrangement possibilities for
Universal Isofix child restraint
system on seats of vehicle ........... 156
Ashtray .......................................... 60
ASR system ................................... 76
ASR (system) ................................. 76
Automatic climate control
system ......................................... 33
Automatic headlight sensor ............ 47Battery (disconnector) ................... 56
Battery disconnector ...................... 56
Battery
– Replacement ............................. 237
Battery (recharging) ........................ 219
Battery replacement ....................... 237
body paintwork identification
plate............................................. 250
Bodywork
– Advice for preserving the
bodywork .................................. 244– Exterior and underbody
warranty .................................... 243
– Protection from atmospheric
agents ....................................... 243
Bodywork version .......................... 252
Bonnet ........................................... 71
Bottle replacement ......................... 198
Brake fluid ...................................... 234
Brakes
– specifications ............................ 258
Bulbs
– types of bulbs ........................... 202
Bump starting ................................ 191
Cab glove compartment ............... 62
Capucine ....................................... 62
Carrying children safely
– Arrangement possibilities for
child restraint systems ............... 152
– Child restraint systems .............. 150
– Safety regulations ...................... 153
Central locking ............................... 56
Changing a bulb............................. 201
Changing an interior bulb ............... 211
Chassis marking ............................ 250
Checking and restoring pressure .... 198
Checking levels .............................. 229
Cigar lighter.................................... 60
Clutch ............................................ 256
CO2 emissions............................... 332Compartment beneath
passenger side front seat ............. 59
Controls ......................................... 54
Cruise Control ................................ 50
Daytime Running Lights ................ 44
Dead lock ...................................... 67
Demanding vehicle use .................. 228
Desk/Book rest .............................. 61
Diesel particulate filter (DPF) ........... 101
Diffusers ......................................... 28
Dimensions .................................... 264
Dipped headlights .................... 44-207
Direction indicators ................... 46-207
Display
– Standard screen ........................ 109
Door pockets ................................. 59
Doors ............................................. 65
DPF (particulate filter) ..................... 101
Driving Advisor (system) ................. 83
Driving style.................................... 177Electric windows ........................... 70
Electronic alarm ............................. 13
Engine codes ................................. 252
Engine coolant ............................... 232
Engine coolant temperature
indicator ....................................... 108
Engine............................................ 254
Engine marking .............................. 251
Engine oil ....................................... 232

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
INDEX