warning FIAT PANDA 2007 169 / 2.G 4x4 Supplement Manual

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ELD operation
At start-up the ELD system is off.
To turn the ELD system on, press button
fig. 1; the relevant button led will turn on.
The system cuts in at a speed below 30
km/h as described previously: in this event
the instrument panel warning light fig. 2
will flash.ELD warning light indications, fig. 2
The ELD warning light indicates the fol-
lowing two system conditions:
❒flashing: system active;
❒glowing steadily: system failure, in
this event contact Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
HEADLIGHT WASHER
(where provided)
The headlight washing system consists of
two nozzles for washing the external
headlight lens. This function can be acti-
vated using the windscreen washer stalk
only if dipped beams or main beams are
on. Operating the stalk to wash the wind-
screen will automatically start the head-
light washer.
This version features a windscreen wash-
er fluid reservoir with improved capaci-
ty, i.e.: 4.5 litres.
fig. 1F0G0605mfig. 2F0G0606m
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WASHING THE CAR
After using the car off-road (wheels, body,
underengine and underbody protections
very dirty), remember to wash it and to
clean accurately radiators (engine and air-
conditioner), radiator fan and wheels (rims
and wheelhouses), underengine and un-
derbody protections to preserve their
regular operation and to guarantee prop-
er ventilation of brake discs, perfect wheel
geometry and regular operation of the
propeller shaft.
TOWING THE CAR
The car can only be towed in one of the
following ways (always and exclusively
with the engine off, gearbox in neutral and
handbrake disengaged):
– with the 4 wheels on the roadbed;
– with front wheels raised or resting on
the wrecking car floor and rear wheels
resting on a suitable truck;
– with rear wheels raised or resting on the
wrecking car floor and front wheels rest-
ing on a suitable truck;
– on wrecking car, with front and rear
wheels resting on the wrecking car floor.
TOWING TRAILERS
IMPORTANT If the car is used at its max.
towing capacity on sloping road, change
engine oil every 10,000 km.
As concerns tow hook installation in-
structions and warnings refer to the at-
tached Owner Handbook.
The assembly diagram with the new tow
hook fixing points is given below.
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SERVICE SCHEDULE
Thousands of km
Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure
if required
Check light system operation (headlights, direction indicators,
hazard lights, passenger compartment lights, boot lights,
warning lights, etc.)
Check windscreen wiper/washer operation,
adjust nozzles
Check windscreen/rear window blade
position/wear
Check front disk brake pad conditions and wear
Check rear disk brake pad conditions and wear
Sight inspect the conditions of: body external parts,
underbody protection, pipes and hoses
(exhaust - fuel - brakes), rubber parts
(boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.)
Check cleanness of locks, bonnet and boot and lever cleanness
and lubrication
Check tension and adjust accessory drive belts
(excluding engines with automatic belt tighteners)
Sight inspect accessory drive belt conditions
Check and adjust tappet clearance (petrol versions)
Check handbrake lever stroke
Check antievaporation system (petrol versions)
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Keep your speed down when
snow chains are fitted. Do
not exceed 50 km/h. Avoid potholes,
steps and pavements and avoid also
to drive for long distances on roads
not covered with snow to prevent
damaging the car and the roadbed.Snow chains shall only be fit-
ted to front wheels.
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SNOW CHAINS
Use of snow chains should be in compli-
ance with local regulations.
Tyre 185/65 R14 86T M+S cannot be fitted
with chains only for Fiat Panda 4 x 4 Climb-
ing versions whereas it can be fitted with
chains for Fiat Panda 4 x 4 CROSS versions.
Tyre 165/70 R14 81T M+S can be fitted
with chains. For tyres that can be fitted
with chains only use snow chains with re-
duced size (max. protrusion beyond the
tyre profile of 9 mm).
WARNING
It is recommended to use Lineaccessori
Fiat snow chains.
Check the tension of the chains after the
first few metres have been driven.
Tyre 175/65 R15 84T M+S, (that can be
fitted on Fiat Panda 4 x 4 CROSS upon re-
quest) cannot be fitted with chains.
Five forward gears and reverse with synchromesh
for forward gear engagement
Self-adjusting with no travel-free pedal
four-wheel drive, automatic engagement through viscous joint and two differentials
rack and pinion with electric power steering (where provided)
9.610
TRANSMISSION
Gearbox
Clutch
Drive
STEERING
Fiat Panda 4 x 4 - Fiat Panda 4 x 4 Climbing Fiat Panda 4 x 4 CROSS
Type
Turning radius
(between pavements) m
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