battery capacity FIAT PANDA 2014 319 / 3.G Owners Manual

TOWING TRAILERSIMPORTANT NOTES
For towing caravans or trailers the car must be fitted
with a type-approved tow hook and an adequate
electrical system. Installation must be carried out by
a specialist.
Fit any specific and/or additional rear view mirrors as
specified by the Highway Code.
Remember that when towing a trailer, steep hills are
harder to climb, braking distances increase and
overtaking takes longer depending on the overall
weight of the trail.
Engage a low gear when driving downhill, rather than
constantly using the brake.
The weight of the trailer on the car's tow hook will
reduce the load capacity of the car by the same
amount. To make sure that the maximum towable
weight is not exceeded (given in the car registration
document) account should be taken of the fully
laden trailer, including accessories and luggage.
Respect the speed limits specific to each country for
vehicles towing trailers. In any case, the maximum
speed must not exceed 100 km/h.
An electric brake or winch must be powered directly
by the battery through a cable with a cross-section
of no less than 2.5 mm
2.In addition to the electrical branches, the vehicle's
electrical system can be connected only to the supply
cable for an electric brake and to the cable for an
internal trailer light, though not more than 15 W. For
connections, use the preset control unit with a
battery cable with section no less than 2.5 mm
2.
IMPORTANT The use of auxiliary loads other than
external lights (electric brake, winch, etc.) must
be used with engine running.
IMPORTANT To install a tow hook contact a Fiat
Dealership.
WARNING
The ABS with which the car may be
equipped will not control the braking
system of the trailer. Particular caution is
required on slippery roads.
WARNING
Never modify the braking system of the
car to control the trailer brake.The
trailer braking system must be fully
independent of the car ’s hydraulic system.
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IN AN EMERGENCY
In an emergency we recommend that you call the free-phone number found on the Warranty
Booklet.You can also go to the www.fiat.com website to find your nearest Fiat Dealership.STARTING THE ENGINEContact to a Fiat Dealership immediately if
instrument panel warning light
comes on
constantly.
JUMP STARTING
If the battery is flat, the engine may be started using
an auxiliary battery with the same capacity or a
little higher than the flat one.
To start the vehicle, proceed as follows:❒connect the positive terminals (sign + near the
terminal) of the two batteries with a jump lead
fig. 110;
❒with a second lead, connect the negative terminal
– of the auxiliary battery to an earthing point
on the engine or the gearbox of the car to be
started;
❒start the engine;
❒when the engine has been started, remove the
leads reversing the order above.
For versions with Start&Stop system, in case of
starting by auxiliary battery, refer to the paragraph
“Start&Stop system” in the chapter “Getting to
know your car”.
If after a few attempts the engine does not start, do
not persist but contact a Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT Do not directly connect the negative
terminals of the two batteries: sparks could ignite
explosive gas released from the battery. If the
auxiliary battery is installed on another car, prevent
accidental contact between metallic parts of the two
cars.
fig. 110
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BATTERYBattery F (see previous pages) does not require the
electrolyte to be topped up with distilled water. A
periodic check carried out at a Fiat Dealership
is, however, necessary to check efficiency.
REPLACING THE BATTERY
If necessary, replace the battery with another
genuine battery with the same specifications. Follow
the battery manufacturer's instructions for
maintenance.
USEFUL ADVICE FOR EXTENDING THE
LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and make it last
longer, observe the following instructions:
❒when you park the car, ensure that the doors,
tailgate and bonnet are closed properly, to prevent
any roof lights from remaining on inside the
passenger's compartment;
❒switch off all roof lights inside the car: the car is
however equipped with a system which switches
all internal lights off automatically;
❒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 negative battery pole;
❒Completely tighten the battery terminals.IMPORTANT If the charge level remains under 50%
for a long time, the battery is damaged by sulphation,
reducing its capacity and efficiency at start-up.
The battery will also be more at risk of freezing (this
can happen as early as -10°C). Refer to the paragraph
"Car inactivity" in "Starting and driving" if the car is
left parked for a long time.
If, after buying the car, you wish to install electrical
accessories which require permanent electrical
supply (alarm, etc.) or accessories which influence
the electrical supply requirements, contact a Fiat
Dealership, whose qualified staff will evaluate the
overall electrical consumption.
WARNING
Battery liquid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with the skin
and eyes. Keep naked flames and sources of
sparks away from the battery: risk of explosion
and fire.
WARNING
Using the battery with insufficient fluid
irreparably damages the battery and
may cause an explosion.
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Fuel supply ................................ 205
Fuse boxes (location) ............. 167
Fuses
– Dashboard fuse box .......... 168
– Engine compartment
fuse box ............................... 167
– fuse list ................................. 169
– replacing fuses .................... 165G
earbox (using the)............... 125
Gear Shift Indicator
(system) .................................... 7
H
andbrake ............................... 124
Hazard warning lights .............. 51
HBA (Hydraulic Brake
Assist) system ......................... 77
HBA (system)............................ 77
Headlights - fog light
alignment .................................. 72
Headlights .................................. 71
– adjusting headlights
abroad.................................... 72
– bulb replacement ............... 157
– headlight alignment
corrector .............................. 71
– light beam direction ........... 71Head restraints ......................... 26
Hill Holder system ................... 74
Hill Holder (system) ................ 74
Identification data
– bodywork paint plate........ 201
– chassis marking................... 201
– engine marking ................... 201
– identification data plate.... 200
Ignition device ........................... 22
Instrument panel ...................... 3-4
Interior fittings .......................... 53
Interiors (cleaning).................. 198"Isofix" child seat setup......... 112Jack............................................. 146K
eys
– key without remote
control................................... 19
– key with remote
control................................... 19
– replacing remote
control battery .................... 21
– request for additional
remote controls .................. 21Key with remote control
(replacing the battery) .......... 21
Knowing your car..................... 3
– Display ................................... 8
– Luggage compartment
(capacity) ............................. 215
Light clusters
– front light clusters
(changing a bulb) ................ 157
– rear light clusters
(changing a bulb) ................ 160
Load limiters ............................ 104
Luggage compartment ............ 63
Luggage compartment roof
light
– bulb replacement ............... 164M
ain beam headlights
– control................................... 46
Main/dipped beam
headlights
– bulb replacement ............... 157
Main/dipped beam
(headlights)
– bulb replacement ............... 157
Manual climate control ........... 33
– maintenance ......................... 36
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