steering FIAT PUNTO 2014 Owner handbook (in English)

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“DUALDRIVE”
ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING ON (green)
The word “CITY” appears on the display
when the “Dualdrive” electric power
steering system is activated by pressing the
relevant control button. Press the button
again to make the “CITY” disappear.
CITY
MAIN BEAM
HEADLIGHTS
(blue)
The light comes on when the main beams
are turned on.
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FOG LIGHTS
(green)
The light comes on when the front fog
lights are turned on.
5
LEFT-HAND
DIRECTION
INDICATOR
(green – intermittent)
The light (arrow) comes on when the di-
rection indicator control lever is moved
downwards or, together with the right-
hand arrow, when the hazard warning light
button is pressed.
F
RIGHT-HAND
DIRECTION
INDICATOR
(green – intermittent)
The light (arrow) comes on when the di-
rection indicator control lever is moved
upwards or, together with the left-hand
arrow, when the hazard warning light
button is pressed.D
SIDELIGHTS
AND DIPPED BEAM
HEADLIGHTS (green)
FOLLOW ME HOME
(green)
Sidelights and dipped beam
headlights
The light comes on when the sidelights or
dipped beams are turned on.
Follow Me Home
The light comes on when this device is ac-
tive (see “Follow Me Home” in the “Dash-
board and controls” section).
The display will show a specific message.
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CHANGING A TYRE GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Wheel changing and correct use of the
jack and spare wheel call for some pre-
cautions, as listed below.
Use your hazard lights,
warning triangle, etc to show
that your car is stationary. Passengers
should get out of the car, particular-
ly if it is heavily loaded, and wait for
the wheel to be changed away from
the traffic. Apply the handbrake.
WARNING
The spare wheel provided is
specific for your vehicle.
Therefore, it must not be used on dif-
ferent models and you should not use
spare wheels from other models on
your vehicle. The wheel bolts are spe-
cific for your vehicle: do not use them
on different models and do not use
bolts from other models on your car.
WARNING
Repair and refit the standard
wheel as soon as possible.
Do not apply grease to the bolt
threads before assembly: they might
spontaneously unscrew.
WARNING
BUMP STARTING
Never bump start the engine by pushing,
towing or driving downhill. This could
cause fuel to flow into the catalytic con-
verter and damage it beyond repair.
IMPORTANT Remember that the brake
booster and the power steering system
are not active until the engine is started,
so you will need to apply much more force
to the brake pedal or steering wheel.
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CHANGING A FUSEGENERAL INFORMATION
The fuse is a protective device for the
electric system: it comes into action if
there is a fault or improper action on the
system.
Check the state of the corresponding fuse
when a device does not work: the filament
A-fig. 34must be intact. If it is not, re-
place the blown fuse with a new one of the
same amperage (same colour).
B undamaged fuse fig. 34
Cfuse with damaged filament fig. 34.
fig. 34
F0M0236m
Do not replace one fuse with
another of greater amper-
age; FIRE HAZARD.
WARNING
Never replace a damaged fuse
with metal wires or other
recycled material.
If a general protection fuse
(MEGA-FUSE, MIDI-FUSE,
MAXI-FUSE) is activated, contact
a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
If the same fuse blows again,
contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
Remove the key from the ig-
nition and switch off or dis-
connect all devices before replacing
a fuse.
WARNING
If a general protection fuse
for safety systems (air bag
system, braking system), power unit
systems (engine system, transmission
system) or steering system is triggered,
contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
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fig. 41
F0M601m
RAISING THE CARIf the car needs to be lifted, go to a Fiat
Dealership which is equipped with the arm
hoist or workshop lift.
The car should be lifted side-on only, by
putting the ends of the arms or the work-
shop lifting device in the areas shown in
the diagram.
IMPORTANT For the Sport versions, take
care not to damage the side skirts when
raising the car side-on with the workshop
lifting device.
TOWING THE CARThe tow ring provided with the car is
housed in the tool box under the carpet
in the boot.
FASTENING THE TOW RING
fig. 44-45
Proceed as follows:❒
release the cap A;
❒
take the tow ring Bfrom its support;
❒
screw the ring onto the rear or front
threaded pin.
The brake booster and pow-
er steering will not work
while the vehicle is being towed. You
will therefore need to apply more
force to the brake pedal and steering
wheel. Do not use bendy cables for
towing and avoid jerking. Make sure
not to damage parts in contact with
the car while towing. Respect the
rules of the highway code when tow-
ing the car, specifically in relation to
the towing device and road conduct.
WARNING
fig. 44
F0M602m
fig. 45
F0M603m
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Do not start the engine while
the car is being towed.
WARNING
Clean the threaded housing
carefully before fastening
the ring. Make sure that the ring is se-
curely fastened before towing the car.
WARNING
Release the steering wheel
lock before towing (see “Ig-
nition device” in “Dashboard and
controls”). The brake booster and
power steering will not work while the
vehicle is being towed. You will there-
fore need to apply more force to the
brake pedal and steering wheel. Do
not use bendy cables for towing and
avoid jerking. Make sure not to dam-
age parts in contact with the car
while towing. Respect the rules of the
highway code when towing the car,
specifically in relation to the towing
device and road conduct.
WARNING
The front and rear tow
hooks should be used only
for emergencies on the road. You are
allowed to tow the car for short dis-
tances using an appropriate device in
accordance with the highway code
(a rigid bar), to move the vehicle on
the road in readiness for towing or
transporting via a breakdown vehicle.
Tow hooks MUST NOT be used to
tow vehicles off the road or where
there are obstacles and/or for tow-
ing operations using cables or other
non-rigid devices.
Respecting the above conditions,
towing must take place with two ve-
hicles (one towing, the other towed)
aligned as much as possible along the
same centre line.
WARNING
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WHEELS AND TYRESCheck the pressure of each tyre, includ-
ing the spare, every two weeks and before
long journeys. The pressure should be
checked with the tyre rested and cold.
It is normal for the pressure to increase
when the car is used; for the correct tyre
inflation pressure, see “Wheels” in the
“Technical specifications” section.
Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre
wearfig. 10:
Anormal pressure: tread evenly worn.
Blow pressure: tread particularly worn
at the edges.
Chigh pressure: tread particularly worn
in the centre.
The tyres must be replaced when the
tread is less than 1.6 mm thick. In all cas-
es, follow the laws in force in the coun-
try where you are driving.
fig. 10
F0M0160m
IMPORTANT NOTES❒
Where possible, avoid braking sudden-
ly, wheel-spinning and crashing into
curbs, potholes or other obstacles.
Long distances on uneven roads can
damage the tyres;
❒
check the tyres regularly for cuts on the
sides, swelling or irregular tread wear.
Go to a Fiat Dealership if required.
❒
avoid overloading the car when travel-
ling: this may cause serious damage to
the wheels and tyres;
❒
if a tyre is punctured, stop the vehicle
immediately and change it to avoid
damage to the tyre, the rim, and the
suspension and steering systems;
❒
a tyre will age even if it is not used much.
Cracks in the tread and on the sidewalls
are a sign of ageing. In any event, have
the tyres checked by specialised per-
sonnel if they have been fitted for longer
than 6 years. Remember to check the
spare wheel very carefully;
❒
in case of replacement, always fit new
tyres, avoiding those with an unknown
origin;
❒
if a tyre is replaced, you should also
change the inflation valve;
❒
to allow even wear between the front
and rear tyres, it is advisable to switch
them every 10-15 thousand kilometres,
keeping them on the same side of the
car so as not to reverse the direction
of rotation.
Remember that the road
holding qualities of your car
also depend on correct tyre pressures.
WARNING
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The fabric upholstery of your
car is designed to withstand
normal wear and tear fora long time. Some precautions
are however needed. Avoid prolonged
rubbing against clothing accessories,
such as metal buckles, bosses, Velcro
strips and the like, which by applying
a high pressure on the fabric in a small
area could cause the breakage of some
threads and damage the upholstery. SEATS AND FABRIC PARTS
Remove dust with a soft brush or a vacu-
um cleaner. It is advisable to use a damp
brush on velvet upholstery.
Wipe the seats with a sponge soaked in
a solution of mild detergent and water.
Never use flammable prod-
ucts, such as petroleum
ether or modified petrol, to clean the
inside the car. The electrostatic
charges which are generated by rub-
bing during cleaning may cause a fire.
WARNING
Do not keep aerosol cans in
the vehicle: these could ex-
plode. Aerosol cans must not be ex-
posed to temperatures exceeding
50 °C. When the vehicle is exposed to
sunlight, the temperature inside can
greatly exceed this value.
WARNING
INTERIORCheck regularly that water is not trapped
under the mats (due to drops from shoes,
umbrellas, etc.), as this could cause the
sheet metal to rust.GENUINE LEATHER STEERING
WHEEL/GEAR LEVER KNOB
These components must be cleaned with
mild soap and water only.
Never use spirits and/or alcohol-based
products.
Before using off-the-shelf products de-
signed for cleaning vehicle interiors, make
sure that they do not contain spirits and/
or alcohol-based substances.
If window cleaner accidentally drips onto
the steering wheel or gear lever knob,
wipe away immediately and then wash the
affected area with mild soap and water.
IMPORTANT When arranging a steering
wheel locking device, be careful not to dam-
age the leather upholstery.
PLASTIC PARTS
It is advisable to clean interior plastic parts
with a damp cloth and a solution of water
and mild, non-abrasive detergent. To re-
move grease and tough stains, use products
designed specifically for cleaning plastics.
These have no solvents and have been de-
signed so that they do not alter the ap-
pearance and colour of the components.
IMPORTANT Never use alcohol, petrols
and derivatives to clean the instrument
panel lens.
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IDENTIFICATION DATA ................................................. 186
ENGINE CODES – BODYWORK VERSIONS ............. 188
ENGINE .................................................................................. 189
FUEL SUPPLY ........................................................................ 190
TRANSMISSION .................................................................. 190
BRAKES .................................................................................. 191
SUSPENSIONS ...................................................................... 191
STEERING SYSTEM ............................................................. 191
WHEELS ................................................................................. 192
PERFORMANCES ................................................................ 195
DIMENSIONS ....................................................................... 196
WEIGHTS .............................................................................. 197
CAPACITIES .......................................................................... 199
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ............................................. 200
FUEL CONSUMPTION ...................................................... 202
CO
2EMISSIONS .................................................................. 203
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torsion beam with interconnected wheels
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BRAKES
1.2 - 1.4 - 1.3 Multijet
Service brakes:
– front disc (self-ventilating for versions/markets, where provided)– rear drum
Parking brake controlled by hand lever, acting on rear brakes
IMPORTANT Water, ice and salt on the roads may deposit on the brake discs, reducing braking efficiency the first time the brakes
are applied.STEERING SYSTEM
1.2 - 1.4 - 1.3 Multijet
Type rack and pinion with electric power steering
Turning circle (kerb to kerb) m 10,9
Independent wheel McPherson-typeIndependent wheel McPherson-type
with anti-roll bar
SUSPENSION
1.2 1.4 - 1.3 Multijet
Front
Rear
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Power steering......................... 54-77
Pretensioners ................................ 94
Prolonged car inactivity ............... 120
Protecting the environment ........ 89Radio .............................................. 79
Radio transmitters and mobile
phones .......................................... 87
Raising the car ............................... 163
Rear fog lights
– bulb replacement .................... 150
– control button.......................... 52
Rear view mirrors
– exterior ..................................... 36
– interior ...................................... 35
Rear window washer
– control ...................................... 50
Rear window wiper
– blades.......................................... 181
– control ...................................... 50
– nozzles........................................ 182
Refuelling ........................................ 88
Removing the parcel shelf ........... 67
Rev counter ................................... 14
Reverse light .................................. 150Rim protector tyres...................... 193
Roof rack/ski rack.......................... 69
Rubber hoses ................................. 180
Safety .............................................. 91
SBR system .................................... 93
Seat adjustment ............................. 32
Seat belts
– general warnings ..................... 95
– load limiters ............................. 94
– maintenance .............................. 96
– use .............................................. 92
Seats
– adjustment ................................ 32
– cleaning ..................................... 184
– tipping (rear seats) ................. 33
Servicing and care ......................... 165
– Periodic checks ........................ 171
– Scheduled servicing ................ 166
– Scheduled
servicing plan .................167-149
– Demanding use of the car...... 171
Side airbags .................................... 106
Side/taillights
– control ...................................... 47
– front bulb replacement .......... 147
– rear bulb replacement ........... 149 – opening and closing
the tailgate................................. 65
– opening the tailgate in an
emergency ................................ 65
M
ain beam headlights
– bulb replacement .................... 148
– control ...................................... 47
– flashing ....................................... 47
Manual climate control system ... 41
Mechanical Brake Assist............... 72
Multifunction display .................... 21
– ignition switch ............................ 12
N
umber plate lights .................... 151
O
n-board instruments ................ 14
Paint ................................................ 182
Parking ............................................ 114
Parking lights .................................. 54
Particulate filter ............................. 90
Passenger compartment
air vents ........................................ 38
Passenger compartment
ventilation .................................... 37
Performance .................................. 195
Pollen filter ..................................... 177
Power socket ................................ 59
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