key FIAT MULTIPLA 2007 1.G Repair Manual

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WARNINGDo not start the engine when towing the vehicle.
Before starting to tow, turn the ignition key to MAR and then to STOP. Do not
remove the key. If the key is removed, the steering lock engages automatically
resulting in the impossibility to steer the wheels. WARNING
WARNINGWhen towing, remember that without the help of the servobrake and power
steering, a greater effort is required on the pedal and steering wheel. Do not use
flexible cables for towing and avoid jerks. During towing operations make sure that
fastening the joint to the car does not damage the components in contact with it.
When towing the car, you must comply with the specific traffic regulations
regarding the tow ring and how to tow on the road.

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USEFUL ADVICE FOR LENGTHENING
THE LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and lengthen its life,
observe the following indications:
❒when you park the car, ensure the doors, tailgate
and bonnet are closed properly. Passenger’s
compartment lights must be off;
❒ceiling lights must be off. The car is however
provided with an automatic system for switching off
internal lights;
❒do not keep accessories (e.g.: sound system, hazard
lights, etc.) switched on for a long time when the
engine is not running;
❒before performing any operation on the electrical
system, disconnect the battery negative cable;
❒battery terminals shall always be perfectly tightened.
IMPORTANT A battery which is kept at a charge of
less than 50% (optical indicator with dark colour
without green area in the middle) for any length of
time will be damaged by sulphation leading to a
reduction in cranking power.Moreover, this might lead to a higher risk of the
battery electrolyte freezing (this may even occur at -
10°C). If the car is inactive for a long period of time,
refer to “Storing the car”, in section “Driving your
car”.
If after buying the car, you want to install electric
accessories which require permanent electric supply
(alarm, etc.) contact Fiat Dealership whose qualified
personnel, in addition to suggesting the most suitable
devices, will evaluate the overall electric absorption,
checking whether the car’s electric system is capable
of withstanding the load required, or whether it
should be integrated with a more powerful battery.
In fact, since these devices continue absorbing energy
even when the ignition key is off, they gradually run
down the battery.
The total intake of these systems (factory and after-
market) must be less than 0.6 mA x Ah (of the
battery) as shown in the following table:
Battery Maximum admitted stand-by intake
40 Ah 24 mA
50 Ah 30 mA

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Windows
Use specific window cleaner products to clean cloths
to avoid scratching the glass or damaging the
transparency.
IMPORTANT The inside of the rear window should
be wiped gently with a cloth in the direction of the
filaments to avoid damaging the heating device.
Engine compartment
At the end of the winter the engine compartment
should be carefully washed, without directing the jet
against electronic control units. Contact a specialised
workshop to have this done.
IMPORTANT Wash with the engine cold and the
ignition key at STOP. After washing make sure that the
various protections (e.g. rubber caps and various
covers) have not been damaged or removed.
Front headlights
IMPORTANT Never use aromatic substances (e.g.:
petrol) or ketones (e.g.: acetone) for cleaning front
headlight plastic lens.
IMPORTANT Wash with the engine cold and the
ignition key at STOP. After washing make sure that the
various protections (e.g. rubber caps and various
covers) have not been damaged or removed.INTERIORS
Periodically check that water is not trapped under the
mats (due to water dripping off shoes, umbrellas, etc.)
which could cause oxidisation of the sheet metal.
CLEANING SEATS AND FABRIC/JERSEY
UPHOLSTERY
❒Use a soft brush or vacuum cleaner to remove dust.
❒Rub the seats with a sponge moistened with a
solution of water and neutral detergent.
PLASTIC PARTS INSIDE THE CAR
Clean the plastic parts inside the car with a cloth
moistened with a solution of water and non-abrasive
neutral detergent. To remove grease or hard stains,
use special solvent-free products designed not to alter
the appearance and colour of components.
IMPORTANT Do not use alcohol or petrol to clean
the instrument panel.
Detergents cause water pollution.
Therefore the engine compartment should
be washed in areas equipped for
collecting and purifying the liquid used in
the washing process.

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– adjusting the headlight slant.... 88
– beam adjustment abroad ......... 89
Head restraints ................................ 44
Heated rear window
– control ........................................ 65
Heating and climate
control system ............................. 48-50
– adjustable outlets ...................... 49
– climate control with automatic
temperature control ................ 54
– controls.................................. 50-52-54
– cooling ......................................... 52-57
– demisting................................ 51-53-55
– heating ......................................... 50-55
– heating and ventilation ............. 50
– manual climate control
system .......................................... 52
– recirculation .......................... 51-53-57
– ventilation ................................... 51
If an exterior light burns out ....... 186
If an interior light burns out ......... 192
If the battery is flat .......................... 202
Ignition switch .................................. 15
– key positions .............................. 15
– steering lock ............................... 16
Individual settings ............................ 41– key without remote control... 9
– replacing the batteries ............. 10
Lubricants (specifications)............ 250
Main beam headlights
– bulb replacement ...................... 187
– control ......................................... 59
– flashing the headlights ............. 60
Manual climate control system .... 52
Number plate lights ....................... 191
Paintwork
– identification plate ................... 235
– maintenance .............................. 230
Parking ............................................... 140
– handbrake ................................... 141
Parking sensors
– acoustic signal ............................ 97
– activation ..................................... 97
– failure warnings.......................... 98
– general warnings........................ 98
Performance ..................................... 246
Pollen filter........................................ 220
Power steering ................................. 239
– fluid level ..................................... 218 Instrument panel.............................. 17
Instruments
– clock ............................................. 21
– control buttons ......................... 19
– fuel gauge .................................... 18
– rev counter................................. 18
– speedometer .............................. 21
– tachometer ................................. 18
Interior equipment
– ashtray ......................................... 69
– cigar lighter ................................. 69
– current sockets ......................... 70
– driver's oddment tray .............. 67
– food box...................................... 71
– oddment tray under seat ........ 68
– oddment tray under sun visors 68
– passenger's oddment tray ....... 67
– sun visors .................................... 70
Interiors ............................................. 231
Jacking the car ................................. 203
Keys................................................... 8
– code card .................................... 8
– duplicate ...................................... 10
– key with remote control ......... 9