steering FIAT PANDA 2016 319 / 3.G Owners Manual

Dear Customer,
We would like to congratulate and thank you for choosing a Fiat Panda.
We have written this handbook to help you get to know all the features of your vehicle and use it in the best possible way.
Here you will find information, advice and important warnings regarding use of your vehicle and how to achieve the best performance
from the technical features of your Fiat Panda.
You are advised to read it right through before taking to the road for the first time, to become familiar with the controls and above all
with those concerning brakes, steering and gearbox; at the same time, you can understand the vehicle behaviour on different road
surfaces.
This document also provides a description of special features and tips, as well as essential information for the safe driving, care and
maintenance of your Fiat Panda over time.
After reading it, you are advised to keep the handbook inside the vehicle, for an easy reference and for making sure it remains on
board the vehicle should it be sold.
In the attached Warranty Booklet you will also find a description of the Services that Fiat offers to its customers, the Warranty
Certificate and the detail of the terms and conditions for maintaining its validity.
We are sure that these will help you to get in touch with and appreciate your new vehicle and the service provided by the people at
Fiat.
Enjoy reading. Happy motoring!
IMPORTANT
This Owner Handbook describes all versions of the Fiat Panda; please consider only the information relevant to your
vehicle’s trim level, engine and version. All data contained in this publication are purely indicative. FCA Italy S.p.A. can
modify the content of this publication at any time, for technical or commercial purposes. For further information, contact
a Fiat Dealership.

USE OF THE OWNER HANDBOOK
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Each time direction instructions (left/right or forwards/backwards) about the vehicle are given, these must be intended as
regarding an occupant in the driver's seat. Special cases not complying with this rule will be specified as appropriate in the text.
The figures in the Owner Handbook are provided by way of example only: this might imply that some details of the image do
not correspond to the actual arrangement of your vehicle. In addition, the Handbook has been conceived considering vehicles
with steering wheel on the left side; it is therefore possible that on vehicles with steering wheel on the right side, the position
or construction of some controls is not exactly mirror-like with respect to the figure.
To identify the chapter with the information needed you can consult the index at the end of this Owner Handbook.
Chapters can be rapidly identified with dedicated graphic tabs, at the side of each odd page. A few pages further there is a key
for getting to know the chapter order and the relevant symbols in the tabs. There is in any case a textual indication of the
current chapter at the side of each even page.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
While reading this Owner Handbook you will find a series ofWARNINGSto prevent procedures that could damage your
vehicle.
There are alsoPRECAUTIONSthat must be carefully followed to prevent incorrect use of the components of the vehicle,
which could cause accidents or injuries.
Therefore allWARNINGSandPRECAUTIONSmust always be carefully followed.
WARNINGSandPRECAUTIONSare recalled in the text with the following symbols:
personal safety;
vehicle safety;
environmental protection.
NOTE These symbols, when necessary, are indicated besides the title or at the end of the line and are followed by a number.
That number recalls the corresponding warning at the end of the relevant section.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
In-depth knowledge of your new vehicle
starts here.
The handbook that you are reading
simply and directly explains how it
is made and how it works.
That’s why we advise you to read it
seated comfortably on board, so that
you can see immediately what is
described here for yourself.DASHBOARD ................................. 7
THE KEYS....................................... 8
IGNITION DEVICE ........................... 9
THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM ............... 10
DOORS ........................................... 10
SEATS ............................................ 11
HEAD RESTRAINTS ........................ 13
STEERING WHEEL ......................... 14
REAR VIEW MIRRORS .................... 15
EXTERIOR LIGHTS ......................... 16
INTERIOR LIGHTS .......................... 19
WINDOW CLEANING ...................... 20
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM ........ 22
ELECTRIC WINDOWS .................... 26
ELECTRIC SUN ROOF .................... 26
DUALDRIVE ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING ...................................... 28
ECO FUNCTION ............................. 29
BONNET ......................................... 29
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT ........... 31
VERSION WITH LPG SYSTEM ........ 32
VERSION WITH METHANE
SYSTEM (NATURAL POWER) ......... 34
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IGNITION DEVICE
2) 3) 4) 5)
The key can be turned to 3 different
positions fig. 3:
❒STOP: engine off, key can be
removed, steering column locked.
Some electrical devices (e.g. audio
system, central door locking system,
etc.) can operate;
❒MAR: driving position. All electrical
devices are enabled;
❒AVV: engine starting.
The ignition switch is fitted with a safety
system that requires the ignition key
to be turned back to STOP if the engine
does not start, before the starting
operation can be repeated.STEERING LOCK
Engagement
When the key is at STOP, remove the
key and turn the steering wheel until
it locks.
Disengagement
Move the steering wheel slightly and
turn the key to MAR.
WARNING
2)If the ignition device is tampered with
(e.g.: attempted theft), have it checked
over by a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
3)When getting out of the vehicle, always
remove the key to prevent any occupants
from accidentally activating the controls.
Remember to engage the handbrake.
Engage first gear if the vehicle is parked
uphill or reverse if the vehicle is parked
downhill. Never leave children unattended
in the vehicle.
4)It is absolutely forbidden to carry out any
after-market operation involving steering
system or steering column modifications
(e.g. installation of anti-theft device) that
could adversely affect performance and
safety, invalidate the warranty and also
result in non-compliance of the vehicle with
type-approval requirements.5)Never extract the key while the vehicle is
moving. The steering wheel will
automatically lock as soon as it is turned.
This also applies to cases in which the
vehicle is towed.
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LOCKING/UNLOCKING
DOORS FROM THE
OUTSIDE
Mechanical key:insert the metal
insert in the lock and turn it.
Key with remote control(for
versions/markets where provided):
press the
button to lock the doors, or
the
button to unlock the doors.
IMPORTANT Before opening a door,
ensure that you can do it in conditions
of safety. Open the doors only when the
vehicle is stationary.
CHILD SAFETY DEVICE
6)This system prevents the rear doors
from being opened from the inside.
The device A fig. 5 can only be
engaged with the doors open:
❒position 1 - device engaged (door
locked);
❒position 2 - device not engaged (door
may be opened from the inside).
The device remains engaged even if the
doors are electrically unlocked.
IMPORTANT The rear doors cannot be
opened from the inside when the child
safety device is engaged.
WARNING
6)Always use this device when carrying
children. After engaging the child lock
on both rear doors, check for proper
engagement by trying to open a rear door
with the internal handle.
SEATS
FRONT SEATS
7) 8) 9) 10)2)Longitudinal adjustment
Lift lever A fig. 6 and push the seat
forwards or backwards: in the driving
position your arms should rest on
the rim of the steering wheel.
Height adjustment
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Adjust lever B fig. 6 upwards or
downwards to obtain the required
height.
IMPORTANT Carry out the adjustment
whilst seated in the driver's seat.
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REAR HEAD RESTRAINTS
Upwards adjustment: raise the head
restraint until it clicks into place.
Downwards adjustment: press
button A fig. 13 and lower the head
restraint.
IMPORTANT If the rear seats are used,
always set the head restraints in the
"completely raised" position.
Removal
Proceed as follows to remove the head
restraints:
❒raise the head restraints to their
maximum height;
❒press buttons A and B fig. 13 at the
side of the two supports, then remove
the head restraints by pulling them
upwards.
WARNING
11)All adjustments must be made with the
vehicle stationary. Head restraints must
be adjusted so that the head, rather than
the neck, rests on them. Only in this case
can they protect your head correctly.
12)To make the best use of the head
restraint's protective action, adjust the
backrest so that your torso is upright and
keep your head as close as possible to the
head restraint.
STEERING WHEEL
13) 14)
ADJUSTMENTS
The steering wheel can be adjusted
vertically.
To adjust, move lever A fig. 14
downwards to position 1, then adjust
the steering wheel to the most suitable
position and lock it in position by
moving lever A to position 2.
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WARNING
13)Adjustments must be made only with
the vehicle stationary and engine off.
14)It is absolutely forbidden to carry out
any after-market operation involving
steering system or steering column
modifications (e.g. installation of anti-theft
device) that could adversely affect
performance and safety, invalidate the
warranty and also result in non-compliance
of the vehicle with type-approval
requirements.
REAR VIEW
MIRRORS
INTERIOR MIRROR
The mirror is fitted with a safety device
that causes its release in the event of
a violent impact with the passenger.
Operate lever A fig. 15 to adjust the
mirror into two different positions:
normal or anti-glare.
DOOR MIRRORS
15)
Manual adjustment
From the inside of the vehicle, operate
lever A fig. 16 to adjust the mirror.
Electric adjustment
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The mirrors can only be adjusted with
the ignition key at MAR.
To carry out the adjustment, proceed as
follows:❒select the desired mirror (left or right)
using selector A fig. 17;
❒move selector A to position B and
manipulate it to adjust the left door
mirror;
❒move selector A to position D and
manipulate it to adjust the right door
mirror.
Once you have finished the adjustment,
return selector A to intermediate
locking position C.
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IMPORTANT When the heated rear
window is activated, door mirror
defrosting is activated (for versions/
markets, where provided).
Manual folding
When required, fold the mirrors toward
the vehicle interior.
IMPORTANT When driving, the mirrors
must always be open.
WARNING
15)As the driver's door mirror is curved, it
may slightly alter the perception of
distance.
EXTERIOR LIGHTS
The left stalk fig. 18 controls the
operation of the headlights, side lights,
dipped beam headlights, parking lights,
main beam headlights, direction
indicators, and "Follow me home"
device.
The external lights can only be
switched on when the ignition key is at
MAR.
The instrument panel and the various
dashboard controls will come on with
the external lights.AUTOMATIC LIGHT
CONTROL
(Dusk sensor)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This infrared LED sensor, located on the
windscreen, detects the variations in
outside brightness depending on the
light sensitivity set with the Setup
Menu: the greater the sensitivity, the
less external light is required to activate
the exterior lights.
Activation
The dusk sensor activates when ring
nut A fig. 18 is turned to
. In this
way the side lights and dipped beam
headlights are activated automatically
according to the external light level.
Following automatic light activation, the
fog lights (for versions/markets, where
provided) and rear fog light may still
be switched on. When the lights are
automatically switched off, the front and
rear fog lights (if activated) are also
switched off. The next time the lights
are switched on automatically, the
fog lights must be reactivated manually
(if required).
With dusk sensor active, it is not
possible to keep the main beam
headlights on constantly; only flashing
is permitted. To switch these lights
on constantly, turn ring nut A to
and
pull the stalk towards the steering
wheel.
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On automatic sensor controlled
deactivation, the dipped headlights are
deactivated first, followed by the side
lights a few seconds later.
If the sensor is activated but is
malfunctioning, the side lights and
dipped headlights are switched
on irrespective of the external lighting
conditions: the sensor failure is
indicated on the display. It is also
possible to deactivate the sensor and
switch on the desired lights, if
necessary.
IMPORTANT The sensor cannot detect
the presence of fog. These lights must
therefore be switched on manually in
these circumstances.
SIDE LIGHTS/DAYTIME
RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL)
"Daytime Running Lights"
(for versions/markets, where provided)
16) 17)With the ignition key turned to MAR
and ring nut A fig. 18 turned to position
Othe daytime running lights are
automatically activated; the other lights
and interior lighting remain off.SIDE LIGHTS AND
DIPPED BEAM
HEADLIGHTS
With the ignition key turned to MAR,
turn ring nut A fig. 18 to
. If dipped
beam headlights are activated, the
daytime running lights switch off and
the side lights and dipped headlights
switch on. The
warning light
switches on in the instrument panel.
When the ignition key is turned to
STOP or removed and the ring nut A is
turned fromOto
, all the side
lights and the number plate lights come
on. The
warning light will come
on in the instrument panel.
PARKING LIGHTS
These lights can only be turned on with
ignition key in STOP position or
removed, by moving the ring nut A fig.
18 first to positionOand then to
position
.
The
warning light switches on in
the instrument panel.
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS
To activate the main beam headlights,
with ring nut A fig. 18 at
, pull the
stalk towards the steering wheel
beyond the end of travel position. The
warning light switches on in the
instrument panel.When the stalk is pulled towards the
steering wheel again, beyond the end
of travel position, the main beam
headlights are deactivated, the dipped
beam headlights are reactivated and
the
warning light switches off.
FLASHING
To do this, pull the stalk towards the
steering wheel (unstable position)
regardless of the position of ring nut A
fig. 18. The
warning light switches
on in the instrument panel.
DIRECTION INDICATORS
Bring the stalk to the (stable) position:
upwards:activates the right direction
indicator;
downwards:activates the left direction
indicator.
Warning light
orwill blink on the
instrument panel. The direction
indicators switch off automatically when
the steering wheel is straightened.
"Lane Change" function
If you wish to signal a lane change,
place the left stalk in the unstable
position for less than half a second. The
direction indicator on the side selected
will flash five times and then switch
off automatically.
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"FOLLOW ME HOME"
DEVICE
This allows the space in front of the
vehicle to be lit for a set time.
Activation:with the ignition key on
STOP or removed, pull the stalk
towards the steering wheel within 2
minutes from turning the engine off.
Each time the stalk is moved, the lights
stay on for an extra 30 seconds up to
a maximum of 210 seconds; then
the lights are switched off automatically.
Each time the stalk is operated, the
warning light on the instrument
panel switches on and the display also
shows a message and how long the
function will remain active.
The
warning light comes on when
the stalk is first moved and stays on
until the function is automatically
deactivated. Each time the stalk is
activated it increases the time that the
lights remain on.
Deactivation:keep the stalk pulled
towards the steering wheel for more
than two seconds.REAR FOG LIGHTS
Press the
button, on the dashboard,
to switch on the rear fog lights.
With rear fog lights on, the
warning
light on the instrument panel will come
on.
FOG LIGHTS/REAR FOG
LIGHTS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The fog lights can be activated only
when the dipped beam headlights are
on.
To turn on the front/rear fog lights,
press button A fig. 19 as follows:
❒First pressing: front fog lights on;
❒second pressing: rear fog lamps
on;
❒third pressing: front/rear fog lights
off.
With fog lights on, the
warning light
on the instrument panel will come on
at the same time.
With rear fog lights on, the
warning
light on the instrument panel will come
on.
WARNING
16)The daytime running lights are an
alternative to dipped headlights for driving
during the daytime. They are compliant
in countries where is it obligatory to have
lights on during the day and permitted
in those where it is not obligatory.
17)Daytime running lights cannot replace
dipped headlights when driving at night
or through tunnels. The use of daytime
running lights is governed by the highway
code of the country in which you are
driving. Comply with legal requirements.
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