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HANDBRAKE
The handbrake lever fig. 124is located between the
two front seats.
Pull the lever upwards to engage the handbrake and
ensure that the vehicle does not move.
WARNING
The vehicle should be secured after
several clicks of the lever. If it is not ,
contact a Fiat Dealership to have it adjusted.
When the handbrake lever is engaged and the
ignition key is on MAR, the instrument panel warning
light
will light up.
Proceed as follows to release the handbrake:
slightly lift the handbrake and press release button
Afig. 124;
hold button A pressed and lower the lever. The
instrument panel warning light
will go out.
Press the brake pedal when carrying out this
operation to prevent the vehicle from moving
accidentally.
PARKING THE CAR
Proceed as follows:
stop the engine and engage the handbrake;
engage a gear (1stgear if parked uphill or reverse if
facing downhill) and leave the wheels turned.
If the vehicle is parked on a steep slope, it is
advisable to block the wheels with a wedge or stone.
To prevent draining the battery, do not leave the
ignition key turned to MAR. Always remove the key
when you leave the vehicle.
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Always remove the ignition key when leaving the
vehicle, and take it with you.
fig. 124F0T0043
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If the vehicle is used under demanding conditions
(e.g. towing trailers uphill or fully loaded): slow
down and, if the light stays on, stop the vehicle.
Stop for two or three minutes with the engine
running and slightly accelerated to assist better
coolant circulation. Then switch the engine off.
Check correct fluid level in the vessel as described
above.
IMPORTANT On particularly demanding journeys, it
is advisable to keep the engine on and slightly
accelerated for a few minutes before switching it off.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
LOW BATTERY CHARGE (red)
The warning light comes on when the ignition key is
turned to MAR, but it should go out as soon as
the engine has started (with the engine running at
idle speed a brief delay before going out is
acceptable).
If the warning light stays on, contact a Fiat
Dealership immediately.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
GEARBOX FAILURE (red)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning
light turns on but should go off after a few seconds.
The warning light flashes (together with a message in
the display and an acoustic signal) to indicate that
the gearbox is faulty.
The warning light can switch on even in case of
transmission overheating, after a particularly
demanding use. In this case an engine performance
limitation is carried out.
Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
DPF (PARTICULATE TRAP)
CLEANING UNDERWAY (amber)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning
light turns on but should go off after a few seconds.
The warning light stays on constantly to notify the
driver that the DPF system needs to eliminate
captured pollutants (particulate) by the regeneration
process.
A specific message will appear on the display when
the warning light comes on (for versions/markets,
where provided).
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WARNING
If a fuse blows again, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
Never replace a blown fuse with metallic
wires or other material.
WARNING
Never replace a fuse with another
having higher amperage; FIRE HAZARD.
WARNING
If a general protection fuse (MEGA-
FUSE, MIDI-FUSE) is activated, contact
a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
Remove the key from the ignition and
switch off or disable all devices before
replacing a fuse.
WARNING
Contact Fiat Dealership if a safety
system (air bags, brakes), engine system
(engine, gearbox) or steering system general
protection fuse blows.
To identify the protective fuse, see the tables on the
following pages.
ENGINE BAY FUSE BOX
The fuse box is on the right-hand side of the engine.
Removing the fuse box cover
Proceed as follows:
remove protective lid A fig. 169 from the positive
battery terminal by lifting it upwards;
fig. 169F0T0171
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INDEX
Handbrake .................................. 125
ABS ................................................ 71
ABS (fault warning light) ......... 136
ABS fault warning light ............. 136
Air bag (fault warning light) ..... 134
Air bag fault warning light ........ 134
Air cleaner ................................... 197
Airbags (general warnings) ...... 119
Alarm ............................................. 10
Alarm (warning light) ................ 141
Alarm fault warning light ......... 141
Arrangement possibilities
for Universal Isofix child
restraint system on seats
of vehicle.................................... 111
Arrangements for dealing
with the vehicle at the end
of its life .................................... 237
Ashtray .......................................... 53
ASR system .................................. 75
Battery
– Replacement .......................... 197
Battery (low charge warning
light) ........................................... 135
Battery (recharging) .................. 178
Body– Advice for preserving the
bodywork ............................... 204
– Protection from
atmospheric elements......... 203
– Vehicle body and
underbody guarantee .......... 204
body paintwork
identification plate ................... 209
Bodywork version ..................... 210
Bonnet
– Closing ..................................... 68
– Opening ................................... 67
Boot light ..................................... 169
Bottle replacement .................... 156
Brake fluid.................................... 195
Brake fluid (warning light)........ 133
Brake fluid/handbrake
warning light.............................. 134
Brake lights (changing a
bulb) ............................................ 163
Brake pad wear (warning
light) ............................................ 143
Brake pad wear warning
light ............................................. 143
Brakes
– features ................................... 214
Brakes (pad wear warning
light) ............................................ 143Break-in attempt warning
light ............................................. 141
Bulbs
– types of bulbs ........................ 158
Bump starting ............................. 147
Carrying children safely
– Arrangement possibilities
for child restraint
systems ................................... 108
– Child restraint systems ....... 103
– Safety regulations ................. 112
Ceiling light with movable
lens (changing a bulb).............. 166
Ceiling lights................................. 48
Central and side vents ............... 36
Changing a bulb .......................... 157
Changing a wheel ....................... 147
Changing an exterior bulb ....... 160
Changing an interior bulb ........ 166
Changing battery - key with
remote control.......................... 8
Chassis marking.......................... 209
Checking levels ........................... 190
Cigarette lighter .......................... 53
Clutch ........................................... 213
CO2 emissions ........................... 235
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