check engine light FIAT SCUDO 2010 Owner handbook (in English)

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WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
SAFETY
DEVICES
CORRECT USE
OF THE
VEHICLE
IN AN
EMERGENCY
VEHICLE
MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT A battery which is kept at
a charge of less than 50% (optical indica-
tor with dark colour without green area
in the middle) for any length of time will
be damaged by sulphation leading to a re-
duction in cranking power.
Moreover, this might lead to a higher risk
of the battery electrolyte freezing (this
may even occur at -10° C). If the vehicle
is inactive for a long period of time, refer
to “Vehicle inactivity”, in section “Correct
use of the vehicle”.
If after buying the vehicle, you want to in-
stall electric accessories which require
permanent electric supply (alarm, etc.)
contact Fiat Dealership whose qualified
personnel, in addition to suggesting the
most suitable devices, will evaluate the
overall electric absorption, checking
whether the vehicle’s electric system is ca-
pable of withstanding the load required,
or whether it should be integrated with
a more powerful battery. USEFUL ADVICE FOR
LENGTHENING THE LIFE OF
YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and length-
en its life, observe the following indica-
tions:
❒when you park the vehicle, ensure the
doors, tailgate and bonnet are closed
properly, the ceiling lights must be off;
❒turn the ceiling lights off. The vehicle
however, is provided with an automat-
ic system for switching off internal
lights;
❒do not keep accessories (e.g. sound sys-
tem, hazard lights, etc.) switched on for
a long time when the engine is not run-
ning;
❒ before performing any operation on the
electrical system, disconnect the bat-
tery negative cable;
❒battery terminals shall always be per-
fectly tightened.
When working on the bat-
tery or near it, always wear
the proper goggles.
WARNINGIn fact, since these devices continue ab-
sorbing energy even when the ignition key
is off, they gradually run down the battery.
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LIGHTS AND
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TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
SAFETY
DEVICES
CORRECT USE
OF THE
VEHICLE
IN AN
EMERGENCY
VEHICLE
MAINTENANCE
❒Spraying of plastic parts, with a protec-
tive function in the more exposed
points: underdoor, inner fender parts,
edges, etc;
❒ Use of “open” boxed sections to pre-
vent condensation and pockets of mois-
ture from triggering rust inside.
BODY AND UNDERBODY
WARRANTY
Your vehicle is covered by warranty
against perforation due to rust of any orig-
inal element of the structure or body.
For the general terms of this warranty, re-
fer to Fiat Warranty Booklet.
ADVICE FOR PRESERVING THE
BODYWORK
Paintwork
The paintwork is not only to make your
vehicle look attractive but also to protect
the steel.
In the case of deep scrapes or scores, you
are advised to have the necessary touching
up carried out immediately to avoid the for-
mation of rust. For touching up use only
original products (see “Bodywork paint
identification plate” in section “Technical
specifications”).
BODYWORK
PROTECTION FROM
ATMOSPHERIC AGENTS
The main causes of corrosion are the fol-
lowing:
❒ atmospheric pollution;
❒ salty air and humidity (coastal areas, or
hot humid climates);
❒ seasonal environment conditions.
Not to be underestimated is also the abra-
sive action of wind-borne atmospheric
dust and sand and mud and gravel raised
by other vehicles.
On your vehicle, Fiat implemented the
best manufacturing technologies to effec-
tively protect the bodywork against cor-
rosion.
These are the most important:
❒ Painting products and systems which
give the vehicle particular resistance to
corrosion and abrasion;
❒ Use of galvanised (or pretreated) steel
sheets, with high resistance to corro-
sion;
❒ Spraying the underbody, engine com-
partment, wheelhouse internal parts
and other parts with highly protective
wax products; SPRAY NOZZLES
Windscreen wiper fig. 15
If the jet of fluid is inadequate, firstly check
that there is fluid in the reservoir: see
“Checking fluid levels” in this section).
Then check that the nozzle holes are not
clogged, if necessary use a needle.
The windscreen jets are directed by ad-
justing the angle of the nozzles.
Fluid jets shall be directed at about
1/3height from the window upper edge.
Rear window
(rear window washer)
The rear window wiper nozzle is located
in the rear window wiper blade.
fig. 15F0P0163m
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LIGHTS AND
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DASHBOARD
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CORRECT USE
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VEHICLE
IN AN
EMERGENCY
VEHICLE
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
Gearbox
– manual gearbox use ...................... 117
Glovebox/oddment
compartments.................................... 65
Handbrake ........................................... 116
Hazard lights ......................................... 61
Head restraints..................................... 23
Headlight washers............................... 53
Headlights
– adjusting headlight beam .............. 81
Heated rear window................30-35-43
Heating and ventilation ....................... 27
Identification data................................ 174
In an emergency ................................... 133
Instrument panel
brightness adjuster............................ 15
Instrument panel.................................. 13
Instruments........................................... 14
Interiors ................................................ 172
Interior equipment.............................. 65
Jack ......................................................... 136
Keys ....................................................... 77
Load recommendations.................... 79
Lubricants (specifications) ................ 195
Main beam headlights
– bulb replacement ........................... 141
– control ............................................ 47
Manual climate control system ......... 31
Number plate lights ........................... 144
Paint ...................................................... 170
Parking.................................................... 116
Performance ......................................... 198
Pneumatic suspensions ....................... 78
Power steering fluid level................... 163
Power windows/window winders .... 74
Pretensioners........................................ 96
Quick tyre repair kit ........................ 138
Rearview mirrors
– driving mirror................................. 25
– door mirrors .................................. 25
Rev counter ......................................... 14
Reversing lights..................................... 143
Roof rack/ski rack (presetting) ......... 77
Routine maintenance.......................... 157
Engine
– code.................................................. 177
– fuel feed ........................................... 180
– lubrication....................................... 195
– specifications................................... 173
Engine compartment........................... 158
Engine coolant level............................. 161
Engine oil
– checking the level .......................... 160
– consumption ................................ 160
– specifications................................... 195
EOBD system....................................... 87
Fiat CODE .......................................... 6
Fix & Go................................................ 138
Fluid levels (checks)............................. 158
Front fog lights/rear fog lights
– bulb replacement ....................142-143
– control ............................................ 47
Fuel
– filler cap ......................................... 91
– fuel cut-off switch.......................... 64
– fuel gauge......................................... 14
Fuel consumption................................ 197
Fuel cut-off switch............................... 64
Fuel level gauge.................................... 14
Fuses....................................................... 146
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