check engine light FIAT DUCATO BASE CAMPER 2016 Owner handbook (in English)
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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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IMPORTANT
43) Keep your speed down when
snow chains are fitted; do not
exceed 50 km/h. Avoid potholes,
steps and pavements and avoid
driving for long distances on
roads not covered with snow to
prevent damaging the vehicle and
the roadbed.
PROLONGED
VEHICLE INACTIVITY
If the vehicle needs to be off the road
for longer than one month, the following
precautions must be taken:
❒park the vehicle indoors in a dry and,
if possible, well-ventilated place;
❒engage a gear;
❒check that the handbrake is not
engaged;
❒disconnect the negative battery
terminal; if the vehicle is equipped
with a battery disconnection function
(disconnector), see the description
of the procedure in the "Controls"
paragraph in the "Dashboard and
controls" section;
❒clean and protect the painted parts
using protective wax;
❒clean and protect the shiny metal
parts using special compounds
available commercially;
❒sprinkle talcum powder on the
windscreen and rear window wiper
rubber blades and lift them off the
glass;
❒slightly open the windows;❒cover the vehicle with a piece of
fabric or perforated plastic sheet. Do
not use compact plastic tarpaulins,
which prevent humidity from
evaporating from the surface of the
vehicle;
❒inflate tyres to +0.5 bar above the
standard specified pressure and
check it at intervals;
❒do not drain the engine cooling
system.
IMPORTANT If the vehicle is equipped
with an alarm system, switch off the
vehicle alarm with the remote control.
IMPORTANT After turning the ignition
key to STOP and having closed the
driver side door, wait at least one
minute before disconnecting the
electrical supply from the battery. When
reconnecting the electrical supply to
the battery, make sure that the ignition
key is in the STOP position and the
driver side door is closed.
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STARTING THE
ENGINE
Go to a Fiat Dealership immediately if
warning light
stays on constantly on
the instrument panel.
JUMP STARTING
If the battery is flat, it is possible to start
the engine using an auxiliary battery
with the same capacity or a little higher
than the flat one.
It is advisable to contact a Fiat
Dealership to check/replace the battery.
145)
Proceed as follows to start the vehicle:
❒raise the flap A fig. 179 to gain
access to the positive battery
terminal.
❒connect the positive terminals (sign +
near the terminal) of the two batteries
with a jump lead;
❒use a second cable to connect the
negative terminal (–) of the auxiliary
battery to the earth point as shown in
fig. 180;
❒start the engine;
❒when the engine has been started,
remove the cables reversing the
order above.If after a few attempts the engine does
not start, do not persist but contact
the nearest Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT Do not directly connect
the negative terminals of the two
batteries: sparks could ignite explosive
gas released from the battery. If the
auxiliary battery is installed on another
vehicle, avoid any metal parts on the
latter and the vehicle with the flat
battery from accidentally coming into
contact.
BUMP STARTING
Never bump start the engine by
pushing, towing or driving downhill.
This could cause fuel to flow into the
catalytic converter and damage it
beyond repair.
179F1A0351
180F1A0352
202
IN AN EMERGENCY
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Thousands of miles 30 60 90 120 150
Thousands of kilometres 48 96 144 192 240
Years246810
Replace accessory drive belt(s)●
Replacethe accessory drive belt(s) (115 MultiJet versions) (°))●●
Replace toothed timing drive belt (*) (110 (°)130-150 MultiJet versions)
Replace toothed timing drive belt (**) ( 115 MultiJet versions (°))
Replace air cleaner cartridge (***)●●●●●
Change engine oil and replace oil filter (°°) (#)
Change the brake fluid (§)●●●●●
Replace pollen filter●●●●●
(°)Version for specific markets
(*) Advised maximum mileage 192,000 km. Irrespective of the mileage, the timing drive belt must be changed every 4 years for heavy-duty use (cold climates, town use, long
periods of idling) or at least every 5 years.
(**) Advised maximum mileage 144,000 km. Irrespective of the mileage, the timing drive belt must be changed every 4 years for heavy-duty use (cold climates, town use, long
periods of idling) or at least every 5 years.
(***) If the vehicle is equipped with a specific air cleaner for dusty areas: -every 20,000 km check and wash cleaner; every 40,000 km replace cleaner.
(°°) The actual interval for changing the oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the car usage conditions and is signalled by the warning light or message (if present) on
the instrument panel (see “Warning lights and messages” paragraph) and must never exceed 2 years.
(#) If the vehicle is driven mainly in towns, change engine oil and oil filter every 12 months.
(§) The brake fluid replacement has to be done every two years, irrespective of the mileage.
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PERIODIC CHECKS
Before long journeys, check and, if
necessary, restore:
❒engine coolant level;
❒brake fluid level;
❒control and recovery of additive level
for AdBlue Diesel emissions (UREA)
(for versions/markets, where
provided);
❒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 USE
If 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;
❒Restore additive level for AdBlue
Diesel emissions (UREA) (for versions
/ markets where applicable), at the
ignition of the lamp or the message
on the instrument panel;
❒check and, if necessary, replace
pollen filter.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
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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.IMPORTANT After turning the ignition
key to STOP and having closed the
driver side door, wait at least one
minute before disconnecting the
electrical supply from the battery. When
reconnecting the electrical supply to
the battery, make sure that the ignition
key is in the STOP position and the
driver side door is closed.
IMPORTANT If the charge level remains
under 50% for a long time, the battery
is damaged by sulphation, reducing
its capacity and efficiency at start-up.
The battery is also more prone to the
risk of freezing (at temperatures as high
as -10°C).
Refer to the paragraph "Car inactivity"
in "Starting and driving" if the car is
left parked for a long time.If, after buying the vehicle, you want to
install electrical accessories which
require permanent electric supply
(alarm, etc.) or accessories that in any
case burden the electrical supply,
contact a Fiat Dealership, whose
qualified personnel, in addition
to suggesting the most suitable devices
from Lineaccessori Fiat, will evaluate
the overall electrical consumption,
checking whether the vehicle’s electrical
system is capable of withstanding the
load required, or whether it should
be integrated with a more powerful
battery.
Since some of these devices continue
to consume electricity even when
the engine is off, they gradually run
down the battery.
IMPORTANT If a tachograph is fitted, if
the vehicle is parked for a long period
of 5 days, it is advisable to disconnect
the negative battery terminal to
maintain its charge.
If the vehicle is equipped with a battery
disconnection function (disconnector),
see the description of the procedure
in the "Controls" paragraph in the
"Dashboard and controls" section.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
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WHATTODOIF
Fault Possible solution
... A TYRE IS PUNCTURED.Use
the Fix&Go tyre repair kit. See page 208.
Replace the tyre. See page 203
... A TYRE DEFLATES. Restore the correct pressure. See page 273.
... THE INTERNAL ROOF LIGHT DOES NOT
SWITCH ON.Replace the bulb.See page 221 or contact a
Fiat Dealership.
... AN EXTERNAL BULB (main beam, dipped
beam headlights...) DOES NOT COME ON.Replace the bulb.See page 216 or contact a
Fiat Dealership.
... THE REMOTE CONTROL DOES NOT
WORK.Replace the batteries inside the remote
control.See page 13 or contact a
Fiat Dealership.
... AN ELECTRIC WINDOW DOES NOT
WORK.Check the relevant protection fuse.See page 222 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 109.
...DIESEL FUEL IS FROZEN.Use winter diesel fuel or a suitable additive. See page 331
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 107 or contact a
Fiat Dealership.
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INDEX
A
BS .............................................. 81
Additional heater ............................ 41
Additional rear climate control
(Panorama/Combi) ....................... 47
Additional rear heating
(Panorama/Combi) ....................... 46
Advice for extending battery life...... 252
Air cleaner ...................................... 250
Air suspension ............................... 69
Arrangement possibilities for
Universal Isofix child restraint
system on seats of vehicle ........... 170
Ashtray .......................................... 66
ASR system ................................... 83
ASR (system) ................................. 83
Automatic climate control
system ......................................... 35
Automatic headlight sensor ............ 51
Battery (disconnector) ................... 61
Battery disconnector ...................... 61
Battery
– Replacement ............................. 251
Battery (recharging) ........................ 232
Battery replacement ....................... 251
body paintwork identification
plate............................................. 263
Bodywork
– Advice for preserving the
bodywork .................................. 257– Exterior and underbody
warranty .................................... 257
– Protection from atmospheric
agents ....................................... 257
Bodywork version .......................... 264
Bonnet ........................................... 78
Bottle replacement ......................... 211
Brake fluid ...................................... 249
Brakes
– specifications ............................ 269
Bulbs
– types of bulbs ........................... 214
Bump starting ................................ 202
Cab glove compartment ............... 68
Capucine ....................................... 68
Carrying children safely
– Arrangement possibilities for
child restraint systems ............... 166
– Child restraint systems .............. 164
– Safety regulations ...................... 167
Central locking ............................... 61
Changing a bulb............................. 212
Changing an interior bulb ............... 221
Chassis marking ............................ 262
Checking and restoring pressure .... 210
Checking levels .............................. 243
Cigar lighter.................................... 65
Clutch ............................................ 268
CO2 emissions............................... 345Compartment beneath
passenger side front seat ............. 65
Controls ......................................... 59
Cruise Control ................................ 54
Daytime Running Lights ................ 48
Dead lock ...................................... 72
Demanding vehicle use .................. 242
Desk/Book rest .............................. 67
Diesel particulate filter (DPF) ........... 113
Diffusers ......................................... 29
Dimensions .................................... 274
Dipped headlights .................... 48-217
Direction indicators ................... 50-218
Display
– Standard screen ........................ 122
Door pockets ................................. 64
Doors ............................................. 71
DPF (particulate filter) ..................... 113
Driving Advisor (system) ................. 90
Driving style.................................... 189
Electric windows ........................... 77
Electronic alarm ............................. 14
Engine codes ................................. 264
Engine coolant ............................... 247
Engine coolant temperature
indicator ....................................... 120
Engine............................................ 266
Engine marking .............................. 263
Engine oil ....................................... 247
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Engine oil level gauge ..................... 121
EOBD system ................................ 99
ESC (system) ................................. 82
External lights................................. 48
Fiat CODE system......................... 11
Fix&Go Automatic quick tyre
repair kit................. 208-209-210-211
Flap on bench ............................ 19-68
Flashing ......................................... 49
Flex Floor rear seat......................... 21
Fluids and lubricants ...................... 329
Fog lights ................................. 60-218
Follow Me Home device ................. 50
Follow me home ............................ 50
Front airbags .................................. 174
– Driver's side front airbag............ 174
– Manually deactivating the
front airbag and side bag........... 175
– Passenger side front airbag ....... 175
Front roof light (changing a bulb) .... 221
Fuel consumption .......................... 333
Fuel cut-off switch ......................... 62
Fuel level gauge ............................. 120
Fuel tank cap ................................. 109
Fuses (replacement) ....................... 222
Gearbox ....................................... 186
Gear lever ...................................... 186
Gear Shift Indicator ........................ 122
Glove compartment.................... 63-64Glove compartment with lock......... 63
Hazard warning lights ................... 59
HBA (Hydraulic Brake Assist)
system ......................................... 84
HBA (system) ................................. 84
Headlight alignment corrector ........ 80
Headlights
– Headlight alignment corrector.... 80
– Light beam direction.................. 80
Headlight washers .................... 53-256
Head restraints
– Front ......................................... 24
Heated rear window ....................... 60
Heating and ventilation controls...... 29
Heating and ventilation ................... 28
Hill Descent Control System ........... 84
Hill Descent .................................... 84
Hill Holder system .......................... 83
Hill Holder (system) ........................ 83
Identification data .......................... 262
Ignition switch ................................ 15
Independent additional heater ........ 41
Inflation pressure ............................ 273
Inflation procedure ......................... 209
Instrument panel ............................ 116
Interior fittings ................................ 63
Interiors .......................................... 259
Isofix child restraint systems
(setup)– Arrangement possibilities for
child restraint system on
seats of vehicle.......................... 170
Jump starting ................................ 202
Lectern ......................................... 67
Lifting the vehicle ........................... 233
Light beam direction ...................... 80
Lights off ........................................ 48
Loading advice............................... 187
Main beam headlights............. 48-217
Maintenance and care - regular
checks ......................................... 242
Maintenance and care -
Scheduled Servicing .................... 238
Maintenance and care -
scheduled servicing plan .............. 239
Manual climate control system ....... 32
Manually deactivating the front
airbag and side bag ..................... 175
Moving footboard ........................... 74
MSR system .................................. 81
MSR (system)................................. 81
Multifunction display
– Control buttons ......................... 122
– Setup menu .............................. 123
Number plate lights....................... 221
On-board instruments................... 116
Parking ......................................... 185
Parking lights.............................. 49-60
INDEX