brake FIAT IDEA 2007 1.G Owners Manual

RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
A system for continuously monitoring emission system components to ensure greater environmental
protection is fitted in your car.
MUST BE READ!
ENGINE STARTING
Petrol engines:make sure that the handbrake is engaged; set the gearshift lever to neutral; fully depress
the clutch without pressing the accelerator, then turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as
the engine has started.
Diesel engines:make sure that the handbrake is engaged; set the gearshift lever to neutral; fully depress
the clutch without pressing the accelerator, then turn the ignition key to MAR and wait for the
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mwarning lights to go off; turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine has started.
PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
While working, the catalyst develops a very high temperature. Do not park the car over grass, dry leaves,
pine needles or any other inflammable materials: risk of fire.

REFUELLING
Petrol engines:only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) not less than 95.
Diesel engines:only refuel with diesel fuel conforming to the European specification EN590.
The use of other products or mixtures may irreparably damage the engine with invalidation of the warranty
due to the damage caused.
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IGNITION SWITCH
The key can be turned to 3 different positions:
❒STOP: engine off, key can be removed, steering column locked.
Certain electrical devices (e.g.: sound system, power windows…) can
work.
❒MAR: driving position. All electrical devices are powered.
❒AVV: engine starting (unstable position).
The ignition switch is fitted with a safety mechanism that, in the event the
engine is not started, turns back the ignition key to STOP before
repeating the starting operation.
STEERING COLUMN LOCK
Engaging
When the key is to STOP remove the key and turn the steering wheel
until it locks.
Disengaging
Rock the steering wheel slightly as you turn the ignition key to MAR.
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Never remove the ignition key while the car is moving. The steering wheel would
automatically lock as soon as you try to turn it. This also applies when the car is
being towed.WARNING
WARNINGWhen getting out of the car, always remove the key to prevent any occupants from
accidentally activating the controls. Remember to engage the handbrake. If the car is
parked on uphill slope to engage the first gear. If the car is facing downhill, engage
the reverse gear. Never leave unsupervised children in the car.
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If the ignition device is tampered with (e.g.: attempted theft), have it checked over
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DOOR MIRRORS
Manual adjustment
Use knob (A) to adjust the mirror
Electric adjustment
This operation can be only performed with ignition key to MAR.
Proceed as follows:
❒use switch (B) to select the mirror required (left or right);
❒to adjust the mirror move the switch (C) in the four directions.
Adjust mirrors with car stationary and handbrake on.
Mirror defrosting, where provided, starts automatically when switching
the heated rear window on.
Folding
When required (for example when the mirror causes difficulty in narrow
spaces) it is possible to fold mirrors moving them from position (1) to
position (2).
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When driving the mirrors shall always be in position (1).
As the driver’s door mirror is curved, it may slightly alter
the perception of distance.
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TO INCREASE THE MEMORISED SPEED
The speed memorised can be increased in two ways:
❒pressing the accelerator and then memorising the
new speed reached;
or
❒moving the stalk upwards (+).
Each operation of the stalk will correspond to a slight
increase in speed (about 1 km/h), while keeping the
stalk upwards continuously will correspond to a
continuous speed increase.
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TO MEMORISE SPEED
Proceed as follows:
❒turn the knurled ring (A) to ON and press the
accelerator pedal to the required speed;
❒move the stalk upwards (+) for at least three
seconds, then release it. The car speed is
memorised and it is therefore possible to release
the accelerator pedal.
In the case of need (when overtaking for instance)
acceleration is possible simply pressing the accelerator
pedal: releasing the accelerator pedal, the car will
return to the speed memorised previously.
TO RESET THE MEMORISED SPEED
If the device has been disengaged for example pressing
the brake or clutch pedal, the memorised speed can
be reset as follows:
❒accelerate gradually until reaching a speed
approaching the one memorised;
❒engage the gear selected at the time of speed
memorising (4th or 5th gear);
❒press the RES button (B).

TO REDUCE MEMORISED SPEED
The speed memorised can be increased in two ways:
❒disengaging the device and then memorising the
new speed;
or
❒moving the stalk downwards (–) until reaching the
new speed which will be memorised automatically.
Each operation of the stalk will correspond to a slight
reduction in speed (about 1 km/h), while keeping the
stalk downwards continuously will correspond to a
continuous speed reduction.DEVICE DISENGAGEMENT
Turn the ring (A) to OFF or the ignition key to STOP.
The device is automatically deactivated also in one of
the following cases:
❒pressing the brake or clutch pedal.
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WARNING
In the event of device malfunction or failure, turn the knurled ring (A) to OFF and
contact a Fiat Dealership after checking the protective fuse integrity.WARNING
When travelling with the device on, do not put the gearbox lever in neutral.

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DOOR POCKETS
Each door has a pocket/oddment compartment.
GLASS/CAN HOLDER
The central console houses the glass/can holders in front of the
handbrake.
CARGO BOX (where provided)
It is made up of a special preformed element, which is placed in the boot
for cars with non sliding rear seat and can be used to house objects; this
element provides load plane uniform level with depressed seat back.
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MAGNETIC CARD/TICKET SLOTS
The slots for holding magnetic cards and tickets (phone card, toll slips,
etc.) can be found on the central tunnel unit.
ROOF SHELF
This shelf was designed to facilitate quick storage of light objects (e.g.:
documents, road map, etc.).
IMPORTANT Do not put heavy objects on the shelf and do not lean on
it.
The shelf is an alternative to the sunroof.
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REAR CD COMPARTMENT WITH
GLASS/CAN HOLDER
On the central console, behind the handbrake, there is a CD
compartment with glass/can holder.

SMOKER’S KIT (where provided)
Cigar lighter
It is located on the central console, at the side of the handbrake lever.
With the ignition key at MAR, press the button; after about 15 seconds
the button will return to its initial position and ready for use.
IMPORTANT Always check that the cigar lighter has turned off.
Ashtray
It consists of a removable plastic container with spring opening which can
be positioned in the glass/can holder located on the central console.
IMPORTANT Do not use the ashtray as waste paper basket: it might set
on fire in contact with cigarette stubs.
SUN VISORS
These are positioned to the sides of the rear-view mirror. They can
swing to the sides and up or down.
According to versions, the back of the sun visor can be fitted with a
courtesy mirror. Open the sliding wing (A) (where provided), to use the
mirror.
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WARNINGThe cigar lighter gets very hot. Be careful how you handle it and make sure it is not
used by children: danger of fire or burns.
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TAILGATE CLOSING
First lower the tailgate using the appropriate handles, as shown in the
figure, and then push the tailgate until it clicks into place.
IMPORTANT If option “Independent boot” is on, before closing the boot
check whether you have with you the ignition key since the boot will be
locked automatically.
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The addition of objects (speakers, spoilers, etc.) on the rear shelf or boot lid, except those
envisaged by the manufacturer, may prevent the gas filled struts at the sides of the boot from
working properly.
WARNING
WARNINGWhen using the boot, make sure the loads do not exceed the permitted weight (see
“Technical specifications” chapter). Also make sure the items in the boot are
arranged properly to prevent them being thrown forwards and injuring passengers
should you brake sharply.
Never travel with objects on the rear shelf to prevent them being thrown forwards
and injuring passengers in case of accident or sharp braking.

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ABS SYSTEM
If this is the first car with ABS you drive, get familiar
with it by some preliminary “driving tests” on poor
grip roadbeds, obviously under safety conditions and in
compliance with the traffic regulations of the Country
you are driving in. Read carefully the following
instructions.
The car is fitted with an ABS braking system, which
prevents the wheels from locking when braking, makes
the most of road grip and gives the best control when
emergency braking under difficult road conditions.
System is completed by EBD (Electronic Braking Force
Distribution), which distributes the braking action
between front and rear wheels.
IMPORTANT To have the maximum efficiency of the
braking system, it is necessary a setting period of
about 500 km: during this period it is better to avoid
sharp, repeated and prolonged brakes.ABS INTERVENTION
The driver can tell the ABS system has come into
action because the brake pedal pulsates slightly and the
system gets noisier: it means that the car speed should
be altered to fit the type of road surface.
If the ABS system cuts in, it is a sign that the grip
between tyre and the road surface has reached the
limit: you must slow down to match the speed to the
road grip available.
FAILURE WARNINGS
ABS failure
If there is a fault, the instrument panel warning light
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will come on together with the message (where
provided) on the reconfigurable multifunction display
(see the “Warning lights” chapter).
In this case the braking system is still efficient, though
without the aid of the ABS system. Drive carefully to
the closest Fiat Dealership to have the system
checked.
If the ABS system cuts in, it is a sign that the grip between tyre and the road
surface has reached the limit: you must slow down to match the speed to the road
grip available.WARNING
The ABS exploits the tyre-road grip at the best, but it cannot improve it; you
should therefore take every care when driving on slippery surfaces without taking
unnecessary risks.WARNING