heating FIAT IDEA 2009 1.G User Guide

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maximum coolant temperature while air
and fan speed distribution are managed
by the system according to conditions.
Specifically, if the heating fluid is not
warm enough, the fan will not start up at
the maximum speed immediately to limit
introducing excessively cool air into the
passenger compartment.
All manual settings will be allowed when
this function is on.
To switch the function off, simply turn
the temperature knob anticlockwise and
set the required temperature.
❒LOfunction (maximum cooling):
select by turning the temperature knob
anticlockwise beyond the minimum
value (16 °C). It can be operated from
either by the driver or by the front pas-
senger (by selecting the MONOfunc-
tion).
This function may be used to cool down
the passenger compartment as fast as
possible and exploit the system potential
to the maximum. The function activates
air recirculation and the climate control
compressor, air distribution and fan
speed are managed by the system
according to environmental conditions. All manual settings will be allowed when
this function is on.
To switch the function off, simply turn
the temperature knob clockwise and set
the required temperature.
Air distribution
buttons
(I-M)
Press these buttons to
manually set one of the
five possible air distribu-
tion patterns on the left
and on the right side of
the passenger compart-
ment:
▲air flow to the windscreen and front
side window vents to demist or de-
frost them;
˙air flow at central and side dash-
board vents to ventilate the chest
and the face during the hot season;
▼air flow to the front and rear foot
well vents. Thanks to the natural ten-
dency of hot air to spread upwards,
this distribution pattern allows to
warm the passenger compartment
up as quickly as possible, providing
an immediate feeling of warmth.
˙
▼Air flow between foot well vents
(hotter air) and central and side
dashboard vents (cooler air). This
distribution mode is particularly use-
ful in spring and autumn on a sunny
day.
▲
▼Air flow distributed between foot
well vents and windscreen and front
side window defrosting/demisting
vents. This allows an adequate
warming of the passenger compart-
ment and prevents the windows
from misting up.
The set distribution is shown by the cor-
responding LEDs on the selected buttons.
When the combined function is on, press
a button to activate the corresponding
functions along with the settings. If the
button corresponding to a previously ac-
tive button is pressed, the function is
turned off and the corresponding LED will
go out.
To restore automatic air distribution con-
trol after a manual adjustment, press but-
ton AUTO.
Air distribution is automatically aligned on
driver and passenger side when the driver
selects air distribution towards the wind-
screen. The passenger can select a differ-
ent distribution by pressing the corre-
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Air recirculation
on/off button (C)
Air recirculation works
according to the follow-
ing operating logics:
❒forced switching on (inside air recir-
culation always on), indicated by the
turning off of the button led C-fig. 62
and symbol íon the display;
❒function off (air recirculation always
off and introduction of external air),
indicated by the fact that the LED on
the button will go off and symbol
ê
will appear on the display.
These operating conditions are obtained
by pressing Cin sequence.
For safety reasons, the system will auto-
matically turn the recycling function off to
allow the introduction of fresh air after a
certain time.IMPORTANT The air recirculation func-
tion makes it possible to reach the re-
quired heating or cooling conditions faster.
It is however inadvisable to use it on
rainy/cold days as it would considerably
increase the possibility of the windows
misting inside, especially if the climate con-
trol compressor is off.
Recirculation is forced off (i.e. air is in-
troduced from the outside) when the the
outside temperature is cold to prevent
misting up.
Climate control
compressor on/off
button (B)
Press button
√when
the LED on the button
is on, to turn the climate
control compressor off. The LED will go
out. Press the button when the LED is off
to restore automatically system control
and use of the compressor. The LED will
light up on the button in this case.
The system will switch recirculation off
when the compressor is switched off to
prevent misting up. Although the system
is capable of maintaining the requiredtemperature, the word FULLwill disap-
pear from the display. If on the other
hand the system cannot maintain the
required temperature, the digits will
blink and the word AUTOwill disap-
pear.
IMPORTANT With the compressor off,
it is not possible to introduced air cool-
er than ambient temperature into the
passenger compartment. Furthermore,
in certain conditions, the windows could
mist up rapidly because the air is not
dehumidified.
The switching off of the climate control
compressor remains in storage even
when the engine has been stopped. To
restore automatic compressor control,
press √again (in this case, the system
will only work as a heater) or press
AUTO.
When the compressor is off, if the
external temperature is hotter than the
set temperature and the system cannot
satisfy the request, the digits of the set
temperature will blink for a few seconds
and the message AUTOwill go out.
With climate control compressor off,
the fan speed can be set to zero manual-
ly (no bar shown).
With the compressor on and the engine
started, the fan speed may be reduced to
the minimum setting (only one bar
shown).
It is advisable not to use the
air recirculation function
when the outside temperature is low
to prevent the windows from rapidly
misting up.
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DUALDRIVE ELECTRIC
POWER STEERING
The car is provided with an electric pow-
er steering system which only works with
the key at MARand the engine running.
The system called “Dualdrive” allows to
customise the effort required to turn the
steering wheel according to driving con-
ditions.
ON/OFF (CITY function)
Press CITY fig. 126in the central part of
the dashboard to turn the function on and
off.
The CITYwarning light on the instru-
ment panel will light up when the function
is on; in other versions, the message
CITYwill appear on the reconfigurable
multifunctional display.
With the CITYfunction the effort on the
steering wheel is lighter, thus facilitating
parking manoeuvres: this is particularly
useful when driving in towns.
fig. 126F0H0716m
Under no circumstances
should aftermarket opera-
tions involving steering system or
steering column modifications (e.g.:
installation of anti-theft device) be
carried out that could badly affect
performance and safety. This also
causes the warranty to become null
and void and results in vehicle non-
compliance with type-approval re-
quirements.
WARNING
The car can be driven using the mechani-
cal steering in case of failure to the elec-
tric power steering system. Take the car
to a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
IMPORTANT The steering may before
stiffer when parking requiring a lot of
steering. This is normal and caused by the
electric control motor overheating sys-
tem. No repairs are needed. The power
steering system will start working prop-
erly again the next time the car is used.
Before starting any mainte-
nance operation, stop the
engine and remove the key from the
ignition switch to operate the steer-
ing lock, particularly when the car is
lifted off the ground. If this is not pos-
sible (i.e. if the key must be kept in
the MAR position or the engine must
be kept running), remove the main
electric power steering system fuse.
WARNING
FAILURE INDICATIONS
Electric power steering failure is indicated
by the turning on of warning light
gon
the instrument panel together with the
dedicated message on the reconfigurable
multifunctional display (where provided),
(see section “Warning lights and mes-
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PRETENSIONERS
To increase the efficiency of the seat belts,
the car is fitted with pretensioners. The-
se devices, in the event of a violent cra-
sh, rewind the seat belts a few centime-
tres. In this way they ensure that the seat
belt adheres perfectly to the wearer befo-
re the restraining action begins.
The seat belt locks to indicate that the de-
vice has intervened; the seat belt cannot
be drawn back up even when guiding it
manually.
IMPORTANT To obtain the highest de-
gree of protection from the action of the
pretensioner device, wear the seat belt
keeping it firmly close to the chest and pel-
vis.
A slight amount of smoke may be detec-
ted during operation of the pretensioners.
This smoke is not harmful and does not
indicate a fire.
The pretensioner does not require any
maintenance or lubrication.
Anything that modifies its original condi-
tions invalidates its efficiency.
If due to unusual natural events (floods,
seas storm, etc.) the device has been af-
fected by water and mud, it must neces-
sarily be replaced.LOAD LIMITERS
To increase passenger’s safety, the front
seat belt reels contain a load limiter whi-
ch allows controlled sag in such a way as
to dose the force acting on the chest and
shoulders during the belt restraining ac-
tion in case of front crash.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
FOR USING THE SEAT BELTS
The driver is responsible for respecting
and ensuring that all the other occupants
of the car also respect the local laws in for-
ce in relation to the use of seat belts.
Always fasten the seat belts before setting
off.
Seat belts must also be used by pregnant
women: risk will be significantly reduced
for both the expectant mother and the
child in the event of an accident.The pretensioner can only
be used once. Go to a Fiat
Dealership to have it replaced after
is has been deployed. The expiration
date of the device is shown on the la-
bel inside the upper oddment com-
partment on passenger side: go to a
Fiat Dealership to have the device re-
placed when the expiration date ap-
proaches.
WARNING
Operations which lead to
knocks, vibrations or localised
heating (over 100°C for a
maximum of 6 hours) in the
area around the pretensioners may
cause damage or trigger them. These
devices are not affected by vibrations
caused by irregularities of the road sur-
face or low obstacles such as kerbs, etc.
Contact a Fiat Dealership for any as-
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❒turn the ignition key to AVVas soon
as the warning light mturns off.
Waiting too long will waste the work
done by the heater plugs. Release the
key as soon as the engine starts.
IMPORTANT With the engine cold, the
accelerator must be entirely released
when turning the ignition key to position
AVV.
If the engine does not start at the first at-
tempt, return the ignition key to STOP
before repeating starting.
If, when the ignition key is at MAR, the
instrument panel warning light
Yre-
mains lit, turn the key to STOPand then
back to MAR; if the warning lights remain
on, try with the other keys provided with
the car.
Contact a Fiat Dealership if you still can-
not start the engine.
IMPORTANT Never leave the ignition key
to MARwhen the engine is off. Warning light
mwill blink
for 60 seconds after starting
or during prolonged cranking
to indicate a fault to the glow
plug heating system. Use the car nor-
mally if the engine starts and go to a
Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
HOW TO WARM UP THE
ENGINE AFTER IT HAS JUST
STARTED (petrol and Multijet
engines)
Proceed as follows:
❒drive off slowly, letting the engine turn
at medium speed. Do not accelerate
abruptly;
❒do not demand maximum performan-
ce for the first few kilometres. Wait
until the engine coolant gauge starts
moving.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Turn the ignition to STOPwhile the en-
gine is idling.
IMPORTANT After a taxing drive, you
should allow the engine to “catch its
breath” before turning it off by letting it
idle to allow the temperature in the engi-
ne compartment to fall. Never jump start the engine
by pushing, towing or driving
downhill. This could cause a
flow of fuel into the catalytic
converter and damage it beyond re-
pair.
A quick burst on the accele-
rator before turning off the
engine serves absolutely no
practical purpose, it wastes
fuel and is damaging especially to tur-
bocharged engines.
Remember that the brake
booster and power steering
are not operational until the engine
has been started, therefore much
effort than usual is required on the
brake pedal and steering wheel.
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GLOW PLUG
WARMING
(Multijet versions -
amber)
GLOW PLUG WARMING
FAILURE
(Multijet versions - amber)
Glow plugs
The warning light goes on when the key is
turned to MAR. It goes out as soon as the
glow plugs have reached the preset tem-
perature. Start the engine as soon as the
warning light goes out.
IMPORTANT With hot ambient tempe-
rature, warning light stays on for very
short time.
Glow plug warming failure
The warning light will blink in the event of
a failure to the glow plug heating system.
Go to a Fiat Dealership as soon as possi-
ble.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
m
WATER IN DIESEL
FUEL FILTER (Multijet
versions - amber)
Turning the ignition key to MAR
the warning light turns on, but it should go
off after a few seconds.
The warning light
cturns on when there
is water in the diesel fuel filter.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
c
FIAT CODE
PROTECTION SYSTEM
FAILURE (amber)
Turning the key to MAR, the
warning light flashes once and then goes
off.
If with the ignition key at MAR, the war-
ning light stays on, this indicates a possi-
ble failure (see “Fiat Code system” in sec-
tion “Dashboard and controls”).
IMPORTANT The turning on at the same
time of the
UandYwarning lights in-
dicates a failure of the Fiat CODE system.
If with the engine running the warning li-
ght
Yflashes, this means that the car is
not protected by the engine inhibitor de-
vice (see “Fiat Code system” in section
“Dashboard and controls”).
Contact Fiat Dealership to have all the key
stored.
Y
REAR FOG LIGHTS
(amber)
The warning light comes on
when the rear fog lights are on.
4
The presence of water in the
feeding circuit may cause se-
vere damage to the injection
system and irregular engine
operation. If warning light
clights up
(on some versions with the message on
the display), go to a Lancia Dealership
as soon as possible to have the system
bled. Water may have been introduced
in the tank if this appears immediately
after refuelling: in this case, stop the
engine immediately and contact a Fiat
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The kit cannot be used to re-
pair damage to the tyre si-
dewall. Do not use the quick repair
kit if the tyre was damaged by run-
ning on a flat.
WARNING
The damage cannot be re-
paired with the kit if the
wheel rim is damaged (deformation
of the channel causing leakage of air).
Do not remove the foreign body
(screw or nail) from the tyre.
WARNING
Do not operate the com-
pressor for longer than 20
minutes consecutively. Risk of
overheating. The quick repair kit is
not suitable for definitive repairs. The
tyres may only be repaired tempora-
rily.
WARNING
INFLATION PROCEDURE
❒Ensure that the handbrake is up.
Undo the tyre valve cap, extract the
inflation tube A-fig. 5and tighten the
ring nut Bon the tyre valve;
fig. 5F0H0747mThe cylinder contains ethyl
glycol. Contains latex: may
cause an allergic reaction. Harmful if
swallowed. Irritates the eyes. May
cause sensitization by inhalation or
contact. Avoid contact with your
eyes, skin and clothes. In the event of
contact, wash immediately with
plenty of water. Do not induce vomi-
ting if swallowed. Rinse your mouth
and drink plenty of water. Call a doc-
tor immediately. Keep away from
children. The product must not be
used by asthmatics. Do not breathe
in the vapours during insertion and
suction. Call a doctor immediately if
allergic reactions are noted. Store the
cylinder in the specific compartment,
away from sources of heat. The sea-
lant fluid has an expiry date.
WARNING
Replace the canister contai-
ning out of date sealant fluid.
Dispose of the cylinder and
the sealant liquid properly. Di-
spose according to the national and lo-
cal laws in force.
Put on the protection gloves
provided together with quick
tyre repair kit.
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Check the pressure of each tyre, including
the spare wheel, approximately once
every two weeks and before setting off on
a long journey: this check must be perfor-
med with the tyre rested and cold.
It is normal for pressure to increase when
the car is used. For the correct tyre in-
flation pressure, see “Wheels” in “Tech-
nical specifications” section.
Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre
wearfig. 15:
A: normal pressure: evenly worn tread.
B: low pressure: tread particularly worn
on the edges.
C: excessive pressure: tread particularly
worn in the middle.
The tyres must be replaced when the
tread is less than 1.6 mm thick. In all ca-
ses, follow the laws in force in the coun-
try where you are driving.
IMPORTANT NOTES
❒Avoid braking suddenly, burning starts
and violent knocks against the curb,
potholes or other obstacles if possible.
Long distances on rough roads may da-
mage the tyres;
❒check the tyres regularly for cuts on the
sides, swelling or irregular tread wear.
Go to a Fiat Dealership if required.
❒Do not overload your vehicle: this may
cause serious damage to wheels and ty-
res;
❒if a tyre is punctured, stop the vehicle
immediately and charge it to avoid da-
mage to the tyre, the rim, suspensions
and steering system;
❒a tyre will age even if it is not used mu-
ch. Cracks in the tread and on the si-
dewalls are a sign of ageing. Have the
tyres checked by specialised personnel
if they have been fitted for longer than
6 years. Remember to check the spa-
re wheel very carefully;
❒In case of replacement, always fit new
tyres, avoiding those with an unknown
origin.
fig. 15F0H0216m
Remember that the road
holding qualities of your car
also depends on the correct inflation
pressure of the tyres.
Excessively low pressure will cause
overheating of the tyre and may cau-
se severe tyre damage.
WARNING
Do not exchange the tyres
from the left to the right of
the car and vice versa.
Do not repaint alloy wheel rims at
temperatures higher than 150°C. The
mechanical characteristics of the
wheels might be disrupted.
WARNING
❒If a tyre is replaced, also change the in-
flation valve.
❒to allow even wear between the front
and rear tyres, it is advisable to chan-
ge them over every 10-15 thousand ki-
lometres, keeping them on the same si-
de of the car so as not to reverse the
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Headlight beam corrector
(electric corrector) .................. 82
Headlights ...................................... 82
Heated rear window ...... 45-48-52
Heating and ventilation................ 45
Identification data ....................... 182
Ignition switch .............................. 18
In an emergency ........................... 133
inertia fuel switch.......................... 67
Instrument panel .......................... 7
Interior ........................................... 180
Interior equipment
- card holder................................ 69
- cup/can holder.......................... 69
- current socket.......................... 70
- glove compartment ................. 68
- oddment compartments
(upper) ....................................... 68
- oddment shelf on roof ........... 70
- rear door compartment
- unit on roof ............................ 68Isofix child seat ............................. 103
Jack ................................................. 141
Key and door locking kit ........... 10
Keys ................................................. 11
Levels
- checking ................................... 167
Light buttons ................................. 66
Load limiters ................................. 97
Lubricants (features) .................... 196
Main beam headlights
- bulb replacement .................. 147
- controls .................................... 58
- flashing ...................................... 58
Manual climate control ............... 48
Mobile phone
- setup .......................................... 85
Multifunctional display
(on comfort panel) ..................... 23
Multifunctional display
(on modal panel) ........................ 20
Number plate light
- bulb replacement .................. 151
Oddment compartments
(upper) ......................................... 68
On board instruments ................ 19
Parking sensors ............................ 88
Performance ................................. 193
Plates .............................................. 182
Power socket................................. 70
Power windows
- electric ..................................... 74
- rear manual ............................... 75
Protecting the environment ...... 92
Radio transmitters and mobile
phones ......................................... 86
Rain sensor ................................... 61
Raising the vehicle ....................... 158
Rear fog light
- bulb replacement .................. 150
- control buttons ....................... 66