maintenance FIAT DUCATO BASE CAMPER 2018 Owner handbook (in English)

Symbols for petrol/methane bi-fuel
cars
E5: Unleaded petrol containing up to
2.7% (m/m) oxygen and with maximum
5.0% (V/V) ethanol compliant with
EN228
E10: Unleaded petrol containing up to
3.7% (m/m) oxygen and with maximum
10.0% (V/V) ethanol compliant with
EN228
CNG: Automotive methane and
bio-methane compliant withEN16723
Symbols for diesel powered cars
B7: Diesel containing up to 7% (V/V) of
FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Esters)
compliant with theEN590specification
B10: Diesel containing up to 10%
(V/V) of FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Esters)
compliant with theEN16734
specification
WARNING
129)Do not approach naked flames or lit
cigarettes to the fuel tank filler: fire risk.
Keep your face away from the fuel filler to
prevent breathing in harmful vapours.
130)To avoid fuel spillage and the
exceeding of the maximum level, avoid
topping up after filling the tank.
131)Any fuel pumping in portable
containers located on a floor can cause a
fire. Danger of burns. Always put the fuel
container on the ground during filling. Avoid
using contaminated fuel: a fuel
contaminated with water or earth can
cause serious damage to the motor supply.
Proper maintenance of the fuel filter, of
the engine and the fuel tank is essential.
132)If AdBlue overheats for a prolonged
period inside the tank to over 50 ° C (for
example due to direct solar irradiation),
AdBlue can decompose ammonia vapours.
Ammonia vapours have a pungent odour
when the cap of the AdBlue tank is
unscrewed, therefore be careful not to
inhale any ammonia vapours in the tank
outlet. In this concentration, however, the
ammonia vapors are not harmful or
dangerous to health.
133)Do not open the fuel system at high
pressure with the engine running. The
operation of the engine creates a high fuel
pressure. A jet of high-pressure fuel can
cause serious injury or death.
WARNING
35)Only refuel with automotive diesel
complying with the European specification
EN 590. The use of other products or
mixtures may damage the engine beyond
repair and consequently invalidate the
warranty, due to the damage caused. If
you accidentally introduce other types of
fuel into the tank, do not start the engine.
Empty the tank. If the engine has been run
for even an extremely limited amount of
time, you must not only drain the fuel tank,
but the rest of the supply circuit as well.
36)Methane refuelling stations are not
authorised to refill the cylinders when the
inspection date has expired. The check
valve prevents the methane from flowing
back to the fuel filler.
37)If the vehicle has been registered in a
country other than Italy, the certification
data, identification and inspection
procedures for the methane cylinders
should conform to the legislation in that
country. In any case, it should be
remembered that the life of the cylinders is
20 years from the production date as set
out in ECE Regulation no. 110.
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Message Signal Description
FMS1(2)
High beam, main beam Indicates active main beam headlight status
Low beam Indicates active dipped headlight status
Turn signals Indicates active direction indicator status
Hazard warning Indicates active hazard warning light status
Parking Brake Indicates parking brake engaged
Brake failure / brake system malfunction Indicates braking system fault
Hatch open Indicates rear door not shut
Fuel level Indicates fuel reserve warning light on
Engine coolant temperature Indicates engine coolant overheating warning light on
Battery charging condition Indicates insufficient battery charge warning light on
Engine oilIndicates insufficient engine oil pressure warning light
on
Position lights, side lights Indicates active side light status
Front fog lights Indicates active fog light status
Rear fog light Indicates active rear fog light status
Engine / Mil indicatorIndicates EOBD/injection system failure warning light
on
Service, call for maintenance Indicates scheduled service indicator displayed
Transmission failure / malfunction Indicates transmission system fault
Anti-lock brake system failure Indicates ABS failure warning light on
(2) The signal values are derived from information shown on the instrument panel
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IN AN EMERGENCY

SERVICING AND CARE
Correct maintenance permits the
performance of the car to be
maintained over time, as well as limited
running costs and safeguarding the
efficiency of the safety systems.
This chapter explains how.SCHEDULED SERVICING ...............190
PERIODIC CHECKS ........................190
DEMANDING VEHICLE USE ...........191
SERVICE SCHEDULE .....................192
CHECKING LEVELS........................199
AIR CLEANER/POLLEN FILTER ......206
BATTERY ........................................206
WINDSCREEN WIPER ....................208
LIFTING THE VEHICLE....................209
WHEELS AND TYRES.....................210
SNOW TYRES ................................211
SNOW CHAINS...............................211
BODYWORK ...................................212
INTERIOR .......................................213
RUBBER HOSES ............................213
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SCHEDULED
SERVICING
Correct servicing is crucial for
guaranteeing a long life for the vehicle
under the best conditions.
This is why Fiat has planned a series of
checks and maintenance operations
every 48,000 km depending on the
engine version.
It is, however, important to remember
that scheduled servicing does not
completely cover all the requirements of
the car: even in the initial period before
48,000 km, and then subsequently
between one service and another,
ordinary care is always required such as
routine checks involving topping up
fluid level, checking tyre pressures etc.
IMPORTANT Scheduled Servicing
interventions are set out by the
Manufacturer. Failure to have them
carried out may invalidate the warranty.
Scheduled Servicing can be carried
out by any Fiat Dealership, at
pre-established times.
If during each operation, in addition to
the ones scheduled, the need arises for
further replacements or repairs, these
may only be carried out with the
express agreement of the Customer.IMPORTANT It is advisable to inform a
Fiat Dealership of any small operating
irregularities without waiting for the next
service.
If your vehicle is used frequently for
towing, the interval between service
coupons must be reduced.
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).
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SERVICING AND CARE

AIR CLEANER/
POLLEN FILTER
Have the air cleaner replaced by a Fiat
Dealership.
AIR CLEANER – DUSTY
ROADS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The air cleaner for dusty areas is
equipped with a visual filter clogging
indicator device A fig. 214.
Check the reading of the blockage
sensor at intervals (Refer to the "Service
Schedule" in the "Maintenance and
care" section).IMPORTANT To blow the filter use an
air jet, do not use water or liquid
detergents. Since this cleaner
is specific to versions designed for
dusty areas, it is advisable to contact a
Fiat Dealership to change the cleaner.
BATTERY
The battery is located inside the
passenger compartment, in front of the
pedals. Remove the protective cover
to gain access to it.
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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.
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SERVICING AND CARE

BODYWORK
PROTECTION AGAINST
ATMOSPHERIC AGENTS
The main causes of corrosion are the
following:
atmospheric pollution;
salty air and humidity (coastal areas,
or hot humid climates);
seasonal environmental conditions.
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.
Use only original 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 vehicle 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.
Windows
To clean glasses, use specific cleaning
products. Use clean cloths to avoid
scratching the glass or altering the
transparency.
IMPORTANT Wipe the rear window
inside gently with a cloth following the
direction of the filaments to avoid
damaging the heating device.Front headlights
IMPORTANT Never use aromatic
substances (e.g. petrol) or ketones (e.g.
acetone) for cleaning the plastic lenses
of the headlights.
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6)
WARNING
59)Some automatic systems equipped
with old generation blades and/or with
a poor maintenance can damage the paint,
promoting the creation of microscoring
which give an opaque/coated appearance
to the paint, especially on dark colours.
In this case, just lightly polish with specific
products.
WARNING
6)Detergents pollute the water. The
vehicle should be washed in areas
equipped for collecting and purifying the
liquid used in the washing process.
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SERVICING AND CARE

3.0 140 Natural Power Prescribed fuels and original lubricants
Fuel tank (litres):Petrol: 14.5
Methane (kg): 36(§) (°°)Petrol with an octane number (RON) no lower
than 95 (EN228 specification)
Automotive methane and bio-methane
(EN16723 specification) Including a reserve of (litres): Petrol: 8
Engine cooling system:
10
(***)Mixture of distilled water and PARAFLUUP
liquid at 50%(****)
Engine sump (litres): 8
SELENIA MULTIPOWER GAS 5W-40
Engine sump and filter (litres): 9
Gearbox/differential casing (litres): 2.9 TUTELA TRANSMISSION GEARTECH
COMFORT-MATIC transmission hydraulic
actuation system (litres):0.7 TUTELA CAR CS SPEED
Clutch hydraulic activation system (litres): 0,050 TUTELA TOP4
Hydraulic braking circuit with ASR/ESC (kg) 0.62TUTELA TOP 4
TUTELA TOP4/S
Hydraulic power steering: 1.5 TUTELA TRANSMISSION GI/E (red)
(§) Range on Methane: 400 km
(°°) The amount of methane depends on the outside temperature, the supply pressure, the quality of the gas and the type of refuelling system. The total volume of
the cylinders is about 220 litres (218.5 nominal) for all versions.
(***) With Webasto: + 1/4 litre - Underseat heating 600cc: + 1 litre - Underseat heating 900cc: + 1.5 litres - Underseat heating + Webasto: + 1.25 litres - Underseat
heating + Webasto: +1.75 litres
(****) When the vehicle is used in particularly harsh weather conditions, we recommend using a 60-40 mixture of PARAFLU
UPand demineralised water.
IMPORTANT Note that when using a fuel like methane, the range is extremely variable because in addition to the vehicle
maintenance and driving conditions it also depends on the temperature of the gas in the cylinder. The methane actually heats
up during the refuelling and cools down whilst driving, undergoing variations in pressure that reduce the quantity that can
be used.
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TECHNICAL DATA

WARNING
207)Use AdBlue only according to DIN 70 070 and ISO 22241-1. Other fluids may cause damage to the system: also exhaust emissions
would no longer comply with the law.
208)The distribution companies are responsible for the compliance of their product. Observe the precautions of storage and maintenance, in
order to preserve the initial qualities. The manufacturer of the vehicle does not recognize any guarantee in case of malfunctions and damage
caused to the vehicle due to the use of urea (AdBlue) not in accordance with regulations.
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RADIO
(for versions/markets, where provided)
For radio operation, consult the
Supplement attached to this Owner
Handbook.
SETUP
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The system consists of:
radio supply leads;
front speaker connection cables;
aerial supply lead;
2 tweeters A located in the front
doors (30 W max power each) fig. 229;
2 mid-woofers B located in the
front doors (165 mm diameter, 40 W
max power each) fig. 230;
2 full range located on the rear sides
(40 W max. power each) (for Panorama
versions);
radio aerial lead;
aerial.The radio must be installed in the place
occupied by the central oddments
compartment, where you will find the
wiring.
209)
WARNING
209)For connection to the existing devices
supplied in the vehicle contact a Fiat
Dealership to prevent any problems that
could impair vehicle safety.
TIPS, CONTROLS
AND GENERAL
INFORMATION
ROAD SAFETY
Learn how to use the various system
functions before setting off.
Read the instructions for the system
carefully before setting off.
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RECEPTION CONDITIONS
Reception conditions change
constantly while driving. Reception may
be interfered with by the presence of
mountains, buildings or bridges,
especially when you are far away from
the broadcaster.
IMPORTANT The volume may be
increased when receiving traffic
information and news.
CARE AND
MAINTENANCE
Observe the following precautions to
ensure the system is fully operational:
the display lens should not come
into contact with pointed or rigid
objects which could damage its
surface; use a soft, dry anti-static cloth
to clean and do not press.
never use alcohol, petrols and
derivatives to clean the display lens.
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