snow chains FIAT QUBO 2010 1.G Owners Manual

❒acceleration on slippery, snowy or icy road
surfaces;
❒in the case of loss of grip on a wet surface
(aquaplaning).
WARNING
For the correct operation of the ESP and
A
SR systems, the tyres must be the
same make and type on all wheels, in perfect
condition and, above all, of the type, make and
size recommended.
MSR SYSTEM (engine drive regulation)
This is an integral part of the ASR system that, in the
event of a sudden gear down shift, cuts in and
provides torque to the engine thus preventing
excessive drive wheel drive which, especially in poor
grip conditions, can lead to a loss of stability.
Engagement/ disengagement of the ASR
system
The ASR system switches on automatically each time
the engine is started.
When travelling, the ASR can be switched off and on
again pressing button A fig. 90located among the
controls in the dashboard.The switching off is shown by the LED in the actual
switch coming on together with a message shown
in the multifunction display (for versions/markets,
where provided).
If the ASR is switched off when driving, it is
automatically switched on again when the vehicle is
started up.
When travelling on snowy roads with snow chains, it
may be helpful to turn the ASR off: in fact, in these
conditions, the driving wheels skidding when moving
off gives you better traction.
WARNING
Do not take unnecessary risks, even if
y
our vehicle is fitted with this system.
Your driving style must always be suited to the
road conditions, visibility and traffic .
The driver is always responsible for road safety.
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SNOW CHAINS
The use of snow chains should be in compliance with
local regulations.
Snow chains may be fitted only to the front wheel
tyres (drive wheels).
Check the tension of the chains after the first few
metres have been driven.
Keep your speed down when snow chains
are fitted: do not exceed 50 km/h. Avoid
potholes, steps and pavements and also
avoid driving for long distances on roads not
covered with snow to avoid damaging the car and
the road surface.
PROLONGED VEHICLE INACTIVITY
If the vehicle needs to be off the road for longer than
one month, the following precautions must be
taken:
❒park the vehicle indoors in a dry and, if possible,
well-ventilated place;
❒engage a gear and check that the handbrake is not
on;
❒disconnect the battery negative terminal and check
the charge (see “Battery” in the “Maintenance and
care”);
❒clean and protect the painted parts using
protective wax;
❒clean and protect the shiny metal parts using
special compounds readily available;
❒sprinkle talcum powder on the rubber windscreen
and rear window wiper blades and lift them off the
glass;
❒slightly open the windows;
❒cover the vehicle with a piece of fabric or
perforated plastic sheet. Do not use compact
plastic tarpaulins, which prevent humidity from
evaporating from the surface of the vehicle;
❒inflate tyres to +0.5 bar above the normal specified
pressure and check it at intervals;
❒do not drain the engine cooling system.
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Replacing the battery ................ 178
Replacing the rear window
wiper blade................................ 182
Replacing the windscreen
wiper blades .............................. 182
Rev counter.................................. 13
Right-hand indicator
warning light.............................. 130
Rim Protector............................. 196
Rims and tyres ............................ 194
Roof rack/ski rack ....................... 72
Roof rails....................................... 72
Rubber lines ................................ 181
Saving fuel ................................... 116
Seat belt reminder ..................... 124
Seat belts
– Use ........................................... 91
Seats
– Accessing front seats............ 31
– Foldaway passenger seat...... 29
– Front seats .............................. 28
Securing your load ...................... 70
Side bags .............................. 107-108
Side bags
– Side bag................................... 108Side lights - tail lights
(changing a bulb) ...................... 146
Side lights - tail lights ................. 45
Side lights/tail lights ................... 146
– Warning light ......................... 129
Side/tail lights warning light ..... 129
Snow chains................................. 119
Snow tyres................................... 114
Spare wheel ................................. 194
Speedometer ............................... 13
Spray nozzles .............................. 183
Starting procedure for
diesel versions .......................... 111
Starting the engine.... 111-131-132
Steering ........................................ 193
Steering lock ................................ 12
Steering wheel ............................. 34
Stopping the engine ................... 112
Sun visors ..................................... 56
Suspension ................................... 193
Symbols ......................................... 5
Tail lights/rear fog light
(changing a bulb) ...................... 149
Third brake lights (changing
a bulb)......................................... 150
Third brake lights ....................... 150Tool bag ....................................... 134
Towing the vehicle ..................... 164
Towing trailers ............................ 118
Traction Plus system .................. 80
Transmission ....................... 115-192
Trip computer ............................. 26
Tyres ............................................. 194
Universal Isofix seat
compliance with child seat
use............................................... 104
Useful advice for extending
the life of your battery ........... 179
VIN plate .................................... 188
Warning lights and
messages .................................... 120
Washer fluid for
windscreen/rear window ....... 175
Water in diesel fuel filter
warning light.............................. 127
Weights ........................................ 201
Wheel geometry........................ 194
Wheels and tyres ....................... 180
Wheels ......................................... 194
Window cleaning ........................ 47
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KNOW YOUR
VEHICLE
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STARTING AND
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WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX