instrument panel FIAT DUCATO BASE CAMPER 2015 Owner handbook (in English)

Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
amberDPF (PARTICULATE FILTER) CLEANING
UNDERWAY
(for versions/markets, where provided)
When the key is turned to MAR-ON, the warning
light switches on but should switch off after a few
seconds.
The warning light switches on constantly to inform
the driver that the DPF system needs to eliminate
the trapped pollutants (particulate) through the
regeneration process.
A dedicated message will appear on the display
when the warning light switches on (for versions/
markets, where provided).The warning light does not come on during
every DPF regeneration, but only when driving
conditions require that the driver is notified. The
warning light will switch off if the vehicle remains
in motion until regeneration has been
completed. On average, the process lasts 15
minutes.
The best conditions to complete the
regeneration process are reached by driving the
vehicle constantly at 60 km/h with engine speed
above 2000 rpm. When this warning light
comes on, it does not indicate a vehicle failure
and it should not therefore be taken to a
workshop.
25)
98)
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Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
amberDRIVING ADVISOR
The two warning lights on indicate that the system
has started recognising the operating conditions.
When the system recognises the operating
conditions, it becomes active, i.e. it can assist the
driver with visual and acoustic warnings. Therefore,
the warning lights switch off.
IMPORTANT If the operating conditions are no
longer present, the system is engaged but inactive,
and therefore the two warning lights on the panel
switch on.
When the system is active, if the vehicle gets close
to one of the side limit lines or one of the two
demarcation lines of the lane, the driver is warned
with an acoustic signal along with the direction
warning light (right or left) on the panel lighting up.
The system failure is indicated by the two direction
warning lights
andlighting up on the panel,
along with an acoustic signal and a dedicated
message.
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WARNING
98) Always drive at a speed appropriate to the traffic conditions, the weather and traffic regulations. The engine may be
stopped if the DPF light is on; however, repeated interruption of the regeneration process may result in premature
deterioration of the engine oil. For this reason, always wait until the warning light switches off before stopping the
engine as described above. It is not advisable to complete DPF regeneration with the vehicle stationary.
Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
greenDIPPED HEADLIGHTS
The warning light switches on when the dipped
beam headlights are turned on.
FOLLOW ME HOME
The warning light switches on (together with a
message shown on the display) when this device
is in use (see "Follow me home device" paragraph
in "Exterior lights" in the "Knowing your vehicle"
chapter).
greenLEFT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR
The warning light switches on when the direction
indicator control stalk is moved downwards or,
together with the right indicator, when the hazard
warning light button is pressed.
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Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
blueAUTOMATIC MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS
This warning light comes on when the automatic
main beam headlights are activated.
Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
blueMAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS
The warning light switches on when the main
beam headlights are turned on.
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What it means What to do
MAIN BEAM AUTOMATISM FAULT
(Versions with reconfigurable multifunction
display)
The symbol switches on when a fault is detected
in the automatic switching-on system for the main
beam headlights.
POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD
When the outside temperature reaches or falls
below 3°C the outside temperature indication
flashes to warn the driver about the possible
presence of ice on the road.
The display will show the dedicated message
(only for versions with a multifunction display).
SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED
The symbol switches on together with a
dedicated message when the vehicle exceeds the
set speed limit (see “Multifunction Display” in
section “Knowing your vehicle”).
SCHEDULED SERVICING
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The symbol switches on together with a
dedicated message next to the scheduled
servicing warning and stays on until the service
deadline is reached. It switches off after the
service has been carried out at a Fiat Dealership
or once 1000 km have been covered from the
service deadline.
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What it means What to do
START&STOP SYSTEM ACTIVATION/
DEACTIVATION
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Start&Stop system activation
A message will appear on the display when the
Start&Stop system is activated. In this case the
LED located on the
button is off (see the
“Start&Stop” paragraph in the "Knowing your
vehicle" chapter).
Start&Stop system deactivation
A dedicated message will appear on the display
when the Start&Stop system is deactivated.
The LED on the
button is on when the system
is deactivated.
START&STOP FAILURE
If the Start&Stop system is faulty the
symbol
switches on in the display along with a dedicated
message.
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WARNING
99) Never press button C fig. 152
when travelling.
100) The height of the seat belts
must be adjusted with the vehicle
stationary.
101) After the adjustment, always
check that the cursor to which
the ring is fastened is locked
in one of the preset positions.
Release the grip and push
downwards to enable the locking
device to click if the grip has
not been released in one of the
possible positions.
SBR SYSTEM
IN BRIEF
The vehicle is fitted with a Seat
Belt Reminder system (SBR),
consisting of a buzzer and a
flashing warning light
on the
instrument panel which warns the
driver that the seat belt must be
fastened.
The buzzer can be deactivated
(until the next engine stop) as
follows:
❒fasten the driver's seat belt;
❒turn the ignition key to the MAR-ON
position;
❒wait for over 20 seconds and then
release one of the seat belts.
For permanent deactivation,
contact a Fiat Dealership.
With digital display, the SBR system
can only be reactivated at a Fiat
Dealership.
With multifunction display, the SBR
system can also be reactivated
through the set-up menu.
PRETENSIONERS
To increase the protective efficiency
of the front seat belts, the vehicle
is fitted with pretensioners. These
devices, in the event of a head-on
crash or side impact, rewind the
seat belts a few centimetres. In this
way, they ensure that the belts fit
tightly to the wearer before the
restraining action begins.
The retractor locks to indicate that
the pretensioner has intervened; the
seat belt cannot be drawn back
up even when guiding it manually.
IMPORTANT To obtain the highest
degree of protection from the action
of the pretensioner, wear the seat
belt tight to the chest and pelvis.
A slight discharge of smoke may be
produced during the activation of
the pretensioner which is not
harmful and does not involve any
fire hazard.
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Below is a summary
of the main safety
rules to be followed
when carrying
children
❒The recommended position for
installing child restraint systems is on
the rear seat, as it is the most
protected area in the event of an
impact.
❒If the passenger's front airbag is
deactivated always check the
dedicated LED on button
on the
instrument panel to make sure that it
has actually been deactivated.
❒Carefully follow the instructions that
come with the child restraint system,
which the manufacturer must supply.
Keep the instructions in the vehicle
along with the other papers and this
handbook. Do not use second-hand
child restraint systems without
instructions.
❒Always check that the seat belt is
well fastened by pulling on it.
❒Only one child is to be strapped into
each restraint system; never carry
two children using one child restraint
system.
❒Always check that the seat belts do
not restrain the child's throat.❒While travelling, do not let the child sit
incorrectly or unfasten the belts.
❒Never carry children on your lap,
even newborns. No-one can restrain
a child in the event of an accident.
❒In the event of an accident, replace
the child restraint system with a
new one.
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WARNING
108)
Do not place a rearward facing
cradle seat on the front seat if the
passenger side airbag is enabled.
Deployment of the airbag in an
accident could cause fatal injuries
to the child regardless of the
severity of the impact. It is
advisable to always carry children
in a child restraint system on the
rear seat, which is the most
protected position in the event of
a collision. If you need to carry
a child on the front passenger
seat in a rearward facing cradle
seat, the passenger side airbags
(front and side bags for chest/
pelvis protection, for
versions/markets, where
provided) must be deactivated
using the setup menu. It is
important to check the dedicated
LED on button
on the
instrument panel to make sure
that they are actually deactivated.The passenger seat must also be
positioned back as far as possible
in order to avoid the child
restraint system from coming into
contact with the dashboard.
109) The figures are indicative and
for assembly purposes only. Fit
the child restraint system
according to the instructions,
which must be included.
110) Some child restraint systems
for weight group 0 and 1 have a
rear attachment to the car seat
belts and its own seat belts for
securing the child. Due to their
weight, they may be dangerous if
incorrectly mounted (e.g. if
fastened to the vehicle seat belts
placing a cushion in between).
Follow the assembly instructions
carefully.
SETUP FOR
“UNIVERSAL
ISOFIX” CHILD
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
Provision has been made on the
vehicle to fit Universal Isofix child
restraint systems, a new European
standardised system for carrying
children safely.
An example of a child restraint
system is shown in fig. 162.
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SAFETY

PASSENGER SIDE
FRONT AIRBAG
(for versions/markets, where
provided)
This consists of an instantly inflating
bag contained in a special recess
in the dashboard fig. 166: this
bag has a larger volume than that
of the driver's.
FRONT PASSENGER
SIDE AIRBAG AND
CHILD RESTRAINT
SYSTEMS
115)
ALWAYScomply with the
instructions on the label stuck on
the passenger side sun visor.Manual deactivation
of front passenger
side airbag and side
bag
(for versions/markets, where
provided)
If a child must of necessity be
carried on the front seat facing
backwards, the front passenger
side airbag and side bag for chest
protection (for versions/markets
where provided) can be
deactivated.
IMPORTANT To manually
deactivate the passenger side front
airbag and side bag for chest
protection (for versions/markets
where provided), refer to the
"Display" paragraph in the
"Knowing the instrument panel"
chapter. The LED on the button
switches on in case of deactivation.
The LED next to the
fig. 167
symbol on the dashboard shows
the passenger side protection
status. If the LED is off, the
passenger side protection is
activated.When the passenger side front
airbag and side bag for chest
protection (for versions/markets
where provided) are activated
again, the LED switches off.
When the vehicle is started (key in
MAR-ON position), the LED turns
on for approx. 8 seconds, provided
that at least 5 seconds have
elapsed from the previous switching
off. If not, contact a Fiat Dealership.
If the vehicle is switched off/on
again in less than 5 seconds the
LED may remain off. In this case, to
check correct LED operation,
switch the vehicle off, wait at least 5
seconds and switch on again.
During the first 8 seconds,
the activation of the LED does not
actually show the passenger
protection status, but only checks
its correct operation.
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