warning FIAT DUCATO BASE CAMPER 2016 Owner handbook (in English)
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What it means What to do
FUEL CUT-OFF DEVICE INERTIA SWITCH
TRIPPED
(Versions with reconfigurable multifunction
display)
This symbol on the display switches on when the
fuel cut-off device inertia switch has tripped.For the fuel cut-off inertia switch reactivation
procedure, refer to the "Electrical power supply
and fuel cut-off switch" section in the "Knowing
your vehicle" chapter. If it is still not possible to
restore the fuel supply, contact a Fiat Dealership.
PARKING SENSOR FAILURE
(Versions with reconfigurable multifunction
display)
The symbol switches on together with a
dedicated message to indicate a failure of the
parking sensors.
DRIVING ADVISOR SYSTEM FAILURE
(Versions with reconfigurable multifunction
display)
The symbol switches on in the display with the
two direction warning lights
andlighting up,
along with an acoustic signal and a dedicated
message.
TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the display together
with a dedicated message to indicate a failure of
the Traffic Sign Recognition.
LIMITED RANGE
The display shows a dedicated message to warn
the driver that the vehicle's range is less than 50
km.
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Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
INDICATION OF DIESEL EMISSIONS ADDITIVE LOW LEVEL
(UREA)
❒Thefirst low level warning is given at around 1,200 km range and is
determined according to the current consumption rate. The UREA low
level warning light and message for topping up are shown on the
instrument panel. The UREA low level warning light remains lit until the
UREA tank is topped up with at least 3 litres of UREA.
❒If topping up is not executed, an additional warning appears at the
following km left until the UREA tank is empty: 400 km, 320 km, 240
km.
❒When 200 km are remaining before the UREA tank is empty, a
continuous message appears on the instrument panel accompanied by
a buzzer sound.
❒When the range is 0 km, the display (for versions/markets where
provided) will show a dedicated message. In this case, the vehicle
speed is limited to 50 km/h and, after turning it off, it is not possible to
restart the vehicle.
❒It is possible to restart the engine again as soon as the UREA is topped
up (the minimum amount to be added is 3 litres).
103)
Top up the UREA tank as
soon as possible with at
least 3 litres of UREA. If
topping up is done with
autonomy tank UREA to
zero, you must wait 2
minutes before starting
the vehicle.
WATER IN DIESEL FILTER (diesel versions)
The symbol switches on constantly when driving (along with a message
in the display), to indicate the presence of water in the diesel filter.
25)
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IMPORTANT
25) The presence of water in the fuel supply circuit may cause severe damage to the injection system and irregular
engine operation. If the
symbol appears (on some versions together with the dedicated message on the display),
contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have the system bled. If the above indication occurs immediately
after refuelling, water may have entered the tank: turn the engine off immediately and contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
103) When the urea tank is empty and the vehicle is stopped it is no longer possible to restart it until the urea tank is
topped up with at least 3 litres of Urea.
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SEAT BELTS
USING THE SEAT BELTS
The belt should be worn keeping the
torso straight and rested against the
backrest.
To fasten the seat belts, hold the
tongue A fig. 153 and insert it into the
buckle B, until it clicks into place.
On removal, if the seat belt jams, let it
rewind for a short stretch, then pull
it out again without jerking.
To unfasten the seat belts, press button
C. Guide the seat belt with your hand
while it is rewinding, to prevent it from
twisting.
Through the retractor, the belt
automatically adapts to the body of the
passenger wearing it, allowing freedom
of movement.The retractor may lock up when the
vehicle is parked on a steep slope: this
is perfectly normal.
Furthermore, the retractor mechanism
locks the belt if it is pulled sharply or
in the event of sudden braking,
collisions or high-speed bends.
104)
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
To adjust, use button A fig. 154 and
raise or lower handle B.
105) 106)
Always adjust the seat belt height to the
passenger's body. This precaution
may considerably reduce the risk of
injury in the event of a collision.
Correct adjustment is obtained when
the belt passes approximately half way
between the shoulder and the neck.Seat belt with retractor
for front central place
on bench seat
The two-seater front bench is equipped
with an on-board seat belt (retractor
on seat) with three anchorage points for
the central position fig. 155.
WARNING
104) Never press button C fig. 153
when travelling.
105) The height of the seat belts
must be adjusted with the vehicle
stationary.
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106) 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
Remindersystem (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.
The pretensioner does not require any
maintenance or lubrication. Any
changes to its original conditions will
invalidate its efficiency. If, due to
unusual natural events (floods, sea
storms, etc.), the device has been
affected by water and mud, it must
absolutely be replaced.
107)
26)
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WARNING
107) The pretensioner may be used
only once. After it is triggered,
have it replaced at a Fiat
Dealership.
108) The belt must not be twisted.
The upper part must pass over
the shoulder and cross the chest
diagonally. The lower part must
adhere to the pelvis (as shown in
fig. 157) rather than the abdomen
of the passenger. Never use
devices (clips, clamps, etc.) that
hold the seat belt away from your
body.
109) For maximum protection, keep
the backrest upright, lean back
into it and make sure the seat belt
fits closely across your chest
and pelvis. Always fasten the seat
belts on both the front and the
rear seats! Travelling without
wearing seat belts will increase
the risk of serious injury and even
death in the event of an accident.110) Removing or otherwise
tampering with seat belt and
pretensioner components is
strictly prohibited. Any operations
on these components must be
performed by qualified and
authorised technicians. Always go
to a Fiat Dealership.
111) If the belt has been subjected
to a high level of stress, for
example after an accident, it must
be completely replaced together
with the attachments, attachment
fixing screws and the
pretensioner. In fact, even if the
belt has no visible defects, it could
have lost its resilience.
112) Each seat belt must be used by
only one person. Never travel with
a child sitting on the passenger's
lap and a single belt to protect
them both fig. 158. In general, do
not place any objects between the
person and the belt.
IMPORTANT
26) Operations which lead to
impacts, vibrations or localised
heating (over 100°C for a
maximum of six hours) in the area
around the pretensioners may
damage or accidentally deploy
them. Contact a Fiat Dealership
should intervention be necessary
on these components.
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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.
WARNING
113)
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
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Weight group Child restraint systemType of child restraint
systemChild restraint system installation
Group2–3from15
kg
to 36 kg
Junior Kidfix child
restraint system
Type-approval number: E4
04443721
Fiat order code: 71806570It can only be fitted facing forwards, using
the three-point seat belt and the Isofix
anchorages, if present.
Scout seat
Type-approval number: E4
04443718
Fiat order code: 71805372It must be installed forward facing only,
using the three-point seat belt.
WARNING
116) Fit the child restraint system only when the vehicle is stationary. The child restraint system is correctly anchored to
the brackets when you hear the click.
117) Follow the instructions for positioning, fitting and removing which the manufacturer must supply together with the
child restraint system.
118) Fiat Professional recommends fitting the child restraint system according to the instructions, which must be
included.
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The LED is tested also for markets
where the passenger protection
deactivation is not provided, and the
LED switches on for less than one
second when the key is turned to
MAR-ON, and then switches off again.
The warning light may light up with
various intensity levels depending on
the vehicle conditions. The intensity
may also vary during the same key
cycle.
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FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG AND CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: WARNING
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