suspension FIAT SCUDO 2012 Owner handbook (in English)

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DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLSDASHBOARD ...................................................................... 5
SYMBOLS ............................................................................... 6
THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM ................................................. 6
THE KEYS .............................................................................. 7
ALARM ................................................................................... 10
IGNITION DEVICE ............................................................. 12
INSTRUMENT PANEL ........................................................ 13
INSTRUMENTS .................................................................... 14
DISPLAY.................................................................................. 15
MAINTENANCE INDICATOR ........................................ 16
TRIP COMPUTER................................................................. 17
FRONT SEATS ..................................................................... 17
REAR SEATS .......................................................................... 20
SEAT ARRANGEMENTS .................................................... 22
HEAD RESTRAINTS ........................................................... 23
STEERING WHEEL .............................................................. 24
REARVIEW MIRRORS ........................................................ 25
HEATING AND VENTILATION ..................................... 27
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM .................... 31
AUTOMATIC TWO-ZONE CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM ........................................................... 37
AUTOMATIC THREE-ZONE CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM ........................................................... 45
EXTERNAL LIGHTS ............................................................ 47WINDOW WASHING ...................................................... 50
CRUISE CONTROL SPEED REGULATOR.................... 54
“LIMIT” SPEED RESTRICTOR .......................................... 57
CEILING LIGHTS ................................................................. 60
CONTROLS .......................................................................... 61
FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH .................................................. 64
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT..................................................... 65
DOORS .................................................................................. 69
SLIDING LUGGAGE COVER............................................ 73
POWER WINDOWS/WINDOW WINDERS .............. 74
BONNET ............................................................................... 76
ROOF RACK/SKI RACK .................................................... 77
PNEUMATIC SUSPENSIONS............................................. 78
LOAD RECOMMENDATIONS......................................... 79
HEADLIGHTS ....................................................................... 81
ABS SYSTEM ......................................................................... 82
ESP SYSTEM .......................................................................... 84
EOBD SYSTEM ..................................................................... 87
PARKING SENSORS ........................................................... 88
SOUND SYSTEM ................................................................. 89
ACCESSORIES PURCHASED BY THE OWNER ......... 90
AT THE FILLING STATION ............................................. 91
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT ........................... 92
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PNEUMATIC
SUSPENSIONS
In some versions the tires rear suspen-
sions self-leveling may be included as an
optional.
According to versions suspensions can be
adjusted manually or automatically.
MANUAL ADJUSTMENT
The controls fig.109are located in the
rear right of the vehicle.
Height adjustment
The height adjustment varies from a max-
imum alignmentto an intermediate
alignmentto a minimum alignment.
The reaching of the two stabilities, maxi-
mum or minimum is signalled by 3 “beeps”.
By pressing down twice on one of the A
buttons (starting from the minimum align-
ment position) or one of the Bbuttons
(starting from the maximum alignment po-
sition), the system will automatically ad-
just the setting to the intermediate align-
ment.
fig. 109F0P0102m
Before starting the manual
adjustment procedure with
doors open, make sure there
is enough space around the
vehicle.
First-time use
To initialize the system, keep pushbutton
C-fig.109pressed for 2 seconds
Operating faults
If, when acting on the controls, the sus-
pensions do not adjust, 3 acoustic warn-
ings indicate a system malfunction.
This malfunction could be due to one of
these causes:
❒the brake pedal is pressed and the ig-
nition key is in Mposition
❒excessive use of the system manual ad-
justment;
❒the battery is low (or completely dis-
charged);
❒a tire suspension system error.
If the acoustic warning persists, contact
the Fiat Dealership. The required height level should be set
with vehicle at a standstill and engine run-
ning or off.
With engine off, manual adjustment is on-
ly possible for a restricted number of
times.
IMPORTANT Only make adjustments
with vehicle stationary and:
❒front and side doors closed;
❒handbrake engaged;
❒without pressing the brake pedal.

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AUTOMATIC ADJUSTMENT
The controls fig.110are located in the
bottom rear of the vehicle.
If the vehicle is fitted with pneumatic sus-
pensions with automatic adjustment, the
system will adjust automatically the height
of the vehicle according to the load.
The warning light
…on the instrument
panel will blink when the height level is not
adequate and is to be adjusted: in this case
let the engine run without accelerating un-
til the warning light turns off (optimum
suspension adjustment).
Under certain conditions it could be tem-
porarily not possible to perform the re-
quired adjustment:
❒one or more doors open;
❒vehicle braked (brake pedal pressed,
e.g. stop at red light).
Turning the system off
and on again
To turn the system off: keep button A-
fig. 110pressed until hearing the beep.
Double beep and button led Aturning on
will confirm deactivation.Once the system is deactivated, to reac-
tivate it (only with vehicle stationary) keep
button A-fig. 110pressed until hearing
the beep. Double beep and button led A
turning on will confirm reactivation.
fig. 110F0P0288m
LOAD
RECOMMENDATIONS
This vehicle has been designed and ap-
proved on the basis of several set maxi-
mum weights (see the tables “Weights” in
section “Technical Specifications”):
❒kerb weight;
❒payload;
❒total weight;
❒max. load on front axle;
❒max. load on rear axle;
❒towable load.
Each of these limits must be
borne in mind and MUST
NEVER BE EXCEEDED under any cir-
cumstances. In particular, never ex-
ceed the maximum weight permitted
on the front and rear axles when ar-
ranging loads in the vehicle (espe-
cially for special version vehicles).
WARNING
Deactivate the automatic
regulation in case of:
The substitution of a wheel
The transportation of the vehicle on
a lorry, train, ferry, ship, etc.
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CORRECT USE
OF THE VEHICLEHANDBRAKE fig. 1
The handbrake lever is located next to the
driver’s seat.
Pull the handbrake lever upwards until the
vehicle cannot be moved. Four or five
clicks are generally enough when the ve-
hicle is on level ground while nine or ten
may be required if the vehicle is on a steep
slope or laden.
IMPORTANT If this is not the case, con-
tact Fiat Dealership to have the handbrake
adjusted.
When the handbrake lever is pulled up
and the ignition key is at M, the instrument
panel warning light
xwill turn on.
PARKING
Proceed as follows:
❒Stop the engine and engage the hand-
brake;
❒Engage a gear (on a slope, engage first
gear if the vehicle is faced uphill or re-
verse if it is faced downhill) and leave
the wheels steered.
Block the wheels with a wedge or a stone
if the vehicle is parked on a steep slope.
Do not leave the key in the ignition switch
to prevent draining the battery. Always
remove the key when you leave the ve-
hicle.
Never leave children unat-
tended in the vehicle. Always
remove the ignition key when leaving
the vehicle and take it out with you.
WARNING
fig. 1F0P0118m
To release the handbrake:
❒slightly lift the handbrake and press re-
lease button A;
❒keep button Apressed and lower the
lever. Warning light xwill turn off.
Press the brake pedal when carrying out
this operation to prevent the vehicle from
moving accidentally.
If pneumatic suspensions are
fitted when parking always
make sure there is enough
space above the roof and
around the vehicle. The vehicle could
actually raise (or lower) automatical-
ly according to changes in temperature
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GENERAL WARNINGS .................................................... 124
LOW BRAKE FLUID .......................................................... 124
HANDBRAKE ON .............................................................. 124
AIR BAG FAILURE .............................................................. 125
ENGINE COOLANT
HIGH TEMPERATURE ....................................................... 125
LOW BATTERY CHARGE ............................................... 126
LOW PRESSURE/HIGH TEMPERATURE OF
ENGINE OIL ......................................................................... 126
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING FAILURE .................... 127
INCOMPLETE DOOR LOCKING .................................. 127
SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED ........................................ 128
EBD SYSTEM FAILURE ...................................................... 128
INJECTION SYSTEM FAILURE ........................................ 128
FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG DEACTIVATED ....... 129
ABS SYSTEM FAILURE ....................................................... 129
STOP ........................................................................................ 129
FUEL RESERVE ..................................................................... 130
REAR FOGLIGHTS ............................................................. 130
GENERIC FAILURE ............................................................. 130ESP SYSTEM FAILURE ........................................................ 130
BRAKE PAD WEAR ........................................................... 131
FRONT FOG LIGHTS ........................................................ 131
DIPPED HEADLAMPS ........................................................ 131
REAR PNEUMATIC SUSPENSIONS ................................ 131
LEFT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR ...................... 131
RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR .................. 131
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS ............................................. 131
CRUISE CONTROL ........................................................... 132
SPEED RESTRICTOR ........................................................... 132
GLOW PLUG WARMING................................................. 132
WATER IN DIESEL FUEL FILTER .................................... 132
SCHEDULED SERVICING.................................................. 132
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BRAKE PAD WEAR
(amber)
The warning light on the dial
turns on if the front brake pads are
worn; in this case have them changed as
soon as possible.
d
REAR PNEUMATIC
SUSPENSIONS (red)
(for versions/markets, where
provided)
The warning light flashes when an abnor-
mal difference between the detected
height limit and that which is recom-
mended. In this case: with automatic
regulation, drive slowly (approx. 10
km/h) until the warning light switches
off. With manual regulation, return to
the recommended height limit which has
remained blocked high or low.
The warning light remains lit upon the
starting of the engine or during transit
when abnormal pneumatic compensa-
tion occurs. In this case: it is important
to stop and seek advice from the Fiat
Dealership.
…
FRONT FOG LIGHTS
(green)
The warning light turns on
when the front fog lights are turned on.
5
MAIN BEAM
HEADLIGHTS (blue)
The warning light turns on
when the main beams are
turned on.
1
LEFT-HAND
DIRECTION INDICATOR
(green - intermittent)
The warning light turns on when the
direction indicator control lever is
moved downwards or, together with the
right indicator, when the hazard warning
light button is pressed.
F
RIGHT-HAND
DIRECTION INDICATOR
(green - intermittent)
The warning light turns on when the
direction indicator control lever is
moved upwards or, together with the
left indicator, when the hazard warning
light button is pressed.
D
DIPPED HEADLAMPS
(green)
The warning light lights up ac-
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IF A TYRE
IS PUNCTURED
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Wheel changing and correct use of the
jack and spare wheel call for some pre-
cautions as listed below.
Alert other drivers that the
vehicle is stationary in com-
pliance with the regulations in force:
hazard warning lights, warning trian-
gle etc. Any passengers on board
should leave the vehicle, especially if
it is heavily laden. Passengers should
stay away from oncoming traffic
while the wheel is being changed on.
Pull the handbrake.
WARNING
Before starting to change
the wheel, deactivate the
pneumatic suspension system (for
versions/markets, where provided).
See paragraph “Pneumatic suspen-
sions” in this section.
WARNING
The spare wheel is specific to
your vehicle, do not use it on
other models, or use the spare wheel
of other models on your vehicle.
Wheel bolts are specific to your vehi-
cle: do not use them on other models
and do not use bolts of other models.
WARNING
Have the punctured wheel
repaired and refitted as soon
as possible. Do not grease the threads
of bolts before installing them: they
might slip out.
WARNING
The jack shall only be used
for changing wheels on the
vehicle with which it is provided or on
vehicles of the same model. It must
not be used for other purposes such
as for instance raising vehicles of oth-
er models. In no case should it be used
for repairs under the vehicle. Incor-
rect positioning of the jack may cause
the jacked vehicle to fall. Do not use
the jack for higher capacities than
stated on its label.
WARNING
Fasten the wheel cap cor-
rectly to prevent the wheel
from coming free in motion.
Never tamper with the inflation
valve. Never place tools between the
rim and tyre. Check and restore, if re-
quired, the pressure of tyres and
spare wheel to the values given in sec-
tion “Technical Specifications”.
WARNING
Please note:
❒ the jack weight is 1.76 kg;
❒ the jack requires no adjustment;
❒ the jack cannot be repaired. If it breaks
it must be replaced with a new jack;
❒ no tool other than its cranking device
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WHEELS AND TYRES
Check 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 pressure to rise when you
are driving. For the correct tyre inflation
pressure, see “Wheels” in section “Tech-
nical specifications”.
Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre
wearfig. 15:
Anormal pressure: tread evenly worn.
Blow pressure: tread particularly worn
at the edges.
Chigh pressure: tread particularly worn
in the centre.
Tyres must be replaced when the tread
wears down to 1.6 mm. In any case, com-
ply with the laws in the country where the
vehicle is being driven.
fig. 15F0P0191m
IMPORTANT NOTES
❒As far as possible, avoid sharp braking
and screech starts etc. Be careful not
to hit the kerb, potholes or other ob-
stacles hard. Driving for long stretch-
es over bumpy roads can damage the
tyres;
❒periodically check that the tyres have
no cuts in the side wall, abnormal
swelling or irregular tyre wear. If any of
these occur, have the vehicle seen to at
a Fiat Dealership;
❒avoid overloading the vehicle when
travelling: this may cause serious dam-
age to the wheels and tyres;
❒if a tyre is punctured, stop immediate-
ly and charge it to avoid damage to the
tyre, the rim, suspensions and steering
system;
❒tyres age even if they are not used
much. Cracks in the tread rubber are
a sign of ageing. In any case, if the tyres
have been on the vehicle for over 6
years, they should be checked by spe-
cialised personnel, to see if they can still
be used. Also remember to check the
spare wheel;
❒ In the case of replacement, always fit
new tyres, avoiding those of dubious
origin;
❒ If a tyre is changed, also change the in-
flation valve;
❒To allow even wear between the front
and rear tyres, it is advisable to change
them over every 10-15 thousand kilo-
metres, keeping them on the same side
of the vehicle so as to not reverse the
direction of rotation.
Remember that road holding
depends also on the correct
tyre inflating pressure.
WARNING

IDENTIFICATION DATA ................................................. 174
ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS .............. 177
ENGINE .................................................................................. 180
FUEL FEED/IGNITION ....................................................... 181
TRANSMISSION .................................................................. 181
BRAKES .................................................................................. 182
SUSPENSIONS ...................................................................... 182
STEERING .............................................................................. 182
WHEELS ................................................................................. 183
DIMENSIONS ....................................................................... 186
SIZE OF LOADING COMPARTMENT .......................... 190
PERFORMANCE .................................................................. 190
WEIGHTS AND TOWABLE LOADS ............................. 191
CAPACITIES .......................................................................... 199
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ............................................. 200
FUEL CONSUMPTION ...................................................... 202
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2EMISSIONS .................................................................. 206
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