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SERVICE STATION GUIDE
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Windshield washer fluid
(See Section 8)Engine oil dipstick (Yellow)
(See Section 8)
Tire pressure (RHD)
(See tire information label
on driver’s door lock pillar)
Tire changing tools
(See Section 4)
Spare tire
(See Section 8)
Fuel
(See Section 1)
Tire pressure (LHD)
(See tire information label on driver’s
door lock pillar) Battery
(See Section 8) Engine coolant
(See Section 8) Engine hood
(See Section 4)
Engine oil and filter
(See Section 8)
LHD: Left Hand Drive
RHD: Right Hand Drive
(RHD)
(LHD)
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FUEL RECOMMENDATION ............................................ 10
KEYS ........................................................................................ 11
DOOR LOCKS ..................................................................... 12
WINDOWS .......................................................................... 24
MIRRORS ............................................................................... 27
SEAT ADJUSTMENT ........................................................... 28
ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINTS (if equipped) ........ 30
SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ...... 31
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
(air bags) (if equipped) ......................................................... 47
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Gasoline/ Ethanol blends
Blends of unleaded gasoline and ethanol
(grain alcohol), also known as gasohol, are
commercially available in some areas.
Blends of this type may be used in your ve-
hicle if they are no more than 10%
ethanol. Make sure this gasoline- ethanol
blend has octane ratings no lower than
those recommended for gasoline.
Gasoline/ Methanol blends
Blends of unleaded gasoline and methanol
(wood alcohol) are also commercially avail-
able in some areas. DO NOT USE fuels
containing more than 5% methanol under
any circumstances. Fuel system damage or
vehicle performance problems resulting
from the use of such fuels are not the re-
sponsibility of Fiat and may not be covered
under the New Vehicle Warranty. Fuels containing 5% or less methanol may
be suitable for use in your vehicle if they
contain cosolvents and corrosion in-
hibitors.
NOTE If you are not satisfied with the dri-
veability or fuel economy of your vehicle
when you are using a gasoline/ alcohol
blend, you should switch back to unlead-
ed gasoline containing no alcohol.
IMPORTANT Be careful not to spill fuel
containing alcohol while refueling. Fuels
containing alcohol can cause paint damage,
which is not covered under the New Ve-
hicle Limited Warranty.
DIESEL ENGINE
The diesel fuel should be with Cetane In-
dex higher than 50 and sulfur content less
than 50 ppm (parts per million). You
should use the diesel fuel conformable to
EN590 that corresponded to Euro IV
emission control. Do not use marine
diesel fuel, heating oils and so forth. If you
use improper diesel fuel, it may cause se-
rious engine damage.
FUEL
RECOMMENDATION
GASOLINE ENGINE
If your vehicle is not fitted with a restrictor
in the fuel filler pipe then you may use lead-
ed or unleaded gasoline with an octane
number (RON) of 85 or higher.
Note, it is preferable to use unleaded gaso-
line.
If your vehicle is fitted with a restrictor
in the fuel filler pipe then you must use un-
leaded gasoline with an octane number
(RON) of 91 or higher (or RON of 95 or
higher if it is stated on the fuel filler lid).
These vehicles are also identified by a la-
bel attached near the fuel filler pipe that
states: “UNLEADED FUEL ONLY”.
If the “RON 95” label is attached, you
must use unleaded gasoline with an octane
number (RON) of 95 or higher.
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IMPORTANT The vehicle must only be
filled with diesel fuel for motor vehicles,
in compliance with European Standard
EN590. The use of other products or mix-
tures may irreparably damage the engine
with invalidation of the warranty due to
the damage caused. In the event of acci-
dentally filling with another type of fuel, do
not start the engine and empty the tank.
If the engine has been run even for only a
very short time, in addition to the tank,
it is also necessary to drain out the whole
fuel circuit.
IMPORTANT The fuel tank has an air
space to allow for fuel expansion in hot
weather. If you continue to add fuel after
the filler nozzle has automatically shut off
or an initial blowback occurs, the air
chamber will become full. Exposure to
heat when fully fuelled in this manner will
result in leakage due to fuel expansion. To
prevent such fuel leakage, stop filling af-
ter the filler nozzle has automatically shut
off, or when using an alternative non au-
tomatic system, initial vent blowback oc-
curs.
Do not put naked flames or
lighted cigarettes near the
fuel filler hole as there is a danger of
fire. Do not bend too close to the hole
either so as not to breathe in harmful
vapours.
WARNING
Fiat CODE - Immobilizer System
(if equipped)
This system is designed to help prevent
vehicle theft by electronically disabling the
engine starting system.
The engine can be started only with your
vehicle’s original immobilizer ignition key
which has an electronic identification code
programmed into it. The key communi-
cates the identification code to the vehi-
cle when the key is turned to the “ON”
position. If you need to make spare keys,
see your Fiat Dealership. The vehicle must
be programmed with the correct identi-
fication code for the spare keys. A key
made by an ordinary locksmith will not
work.
KEYS
Your vehicle comes with a pair of identi-
cal keys. One key can open all of the locks
on the vehicle. Keep the spare key in a safe
place.
The key identification number is stamped
on a metal tag provided with the keys or
on the keys. Keep the tag (if equipped) in
a safe place. If you lose your keys, you will
need this number to have new keys made.
IMPORTANT All the keys and the metal
tag must be handed over to the new own-
er when selling the vehicle.
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881A279S
Never return the ignition
switch to the “LOCK” posi-
tion and remove the ignition key
while the vehicle is moving. The steer-
ing wheel will lock and you will not be
able to steer the vehicle.
Always return the ignition switch to
the “LOCK” position and remove the
ignition key when leaving the vehicle
even if a short time. Also do not leave
children alone in a parked vehicle.
Unattended children could cause ac-
cidental movement of the vehicle or
could tamper with power windows or
power sunroof. They also could suf-
fer from heat stroke in warm or hot
weather. These could result in severe
injury or even death.
WARNING
IMPORTANT
❒Do not use the starter motor for more
than 15 seconds at a time. For diesel
engine model, do not use the starter
motor for more than 30 seconds at a
time. If the engine does not start, wait
15 seconds before trying again. If the
engine does not start after several at-
tempts, check the fuel and ignition sys-
tems or consult your Fiat Dealership.
❒Do not leave the ignition switch in the
“ON” position if the engine is not run-
ning as the battery will discharge. Ignition switch reminder
(When using the keyless start system)
A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind
you to return the ignition switch to the
“LOCK” position if it is in the “ACC” po-
sition when the driver’s door is opened.
Ignition key reminder
(When using the ignition key)
A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind
you to remove the ignition key if it is in
the ignition switch when the driver’s door
is opened.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL ........................................................ 70
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ................................................... 71
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS ...................... 72
SPEEDOMETER/ ODOMETER/ TRIP METER/
METER ILLUMINATION CONTROL ............................. 81
TACHOMETER .................................................................... 83
FUEL GAUGE ....................................................................... 84
TEMPERATURE GAUGE/OVERHEAT INDICATOR
LIGHT (for diesel engine model) ...................................... 84HAZARD WARNING SWITCH ...................................... 85
“ESP OFF” SWITCH (if equipped)................................... 85
2WD/ 4WD SWITCH (if equipped) ................................ 86
HEADLIGHT LEVELING SWITCH (if equipped) .........87
HEATED REAR WINDOW AND HEATED OUTSIDE
REARVIEW MIRRORS (if equipped)SWITCH .............. 88
ILLUMINATION CANCEL SWITCH (if equipped) ..... 89
FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if equipped) ................ 89
CIGARETTE LIGHTER AND ASHTRAY (if equipped) .. 90
GLOVE BOX ......................................................................... 91
INFORMATION DISPLAY (Type I) (if equipped) ......... 91
INFORMATION DISPLAY (Type II) (if equipped) ........ 94
CLOCK (if equipped) .......................................................... 98
HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM ....... 99
MANUAL HEATING AND
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM ..................................... 100
AUTOMATIC HEATING AND
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM....................................... 104
AUDIO SYSTEMS ................................................................ 109
MP3/WMA PLAYER (if equipped).................................... 120
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
1.Speedometer
2.Odometer/Trip meter
3.Odometer/Trip meter selector knob
4.Tachometer
5.Fuel gauge
6.Temperature gauge
7.Warning and indicator lights
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If the malfunction indicator light comes on
when the engine is running, there is a
problem with the emission control sys-
tem. Bring the vehicle to your Fiat Deal-
ership to have the problem corrected.
IMPORTANT Continuing to drive the ve-
hicle when the malfunction indicator light
is on can cause permanent damage to the
vehicle’s emission control system, and can
affect fuel economy and driveability.
Service Vehicle Soon (SVS) Light
(only for Diesel versions)
84E034
When the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position, this light comes on briefly
to let you know the light is working.
If this light blinks with the ignition switch
turned “ON”, the engine will not start.
NOTE
If this light blinks, turn the ignition switch to
the “LOCK” position, then turn it back to
the “ON” position. If the light still blinks
with the ignition switch turned to the “ON”
position, there may be something wrong
with the immobilizer system. Ask to you
Fiat Dealership to inspect the system.FIAT CODE SYSTEM LIGHT
(IMMOBILIZER) (if equipped)
(only for petrol versions)
65D239
When the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position, this light comes on to let
you know the light is working. If this light
blinks with the ignition switch turned to
“ON”, there may be something wrong
with the immobilizer system.
If this light blinks with the ignition switch
turned to “ON”, the engine will not start.
NOTE
If this light blinks, turn the ignition switch
to the “LOCK” position, then turn it back
to the “ON” position. If the light still blinks
with the ignition switch turned to the
“ON” position, there may be something
wrong with the immobilizer system.
Ask to you Fiat Dealership to inspect the
system.
54G345
OVERHEAT INDICATOR LIGHT
(only for Diesel versions)
If this light comes on while driving, it may
mean engine overheat. Refer to “Tem-
perature Gauge/Overheat Indicator Light”
section.
GLOW PLUG INDICATOR LIGHT
(only for Diesel versions)
60A534
If the coolant temperature is cool enough,
this light comes on when the ignition
switch is turned on and goes out when the
glow plug is heated enough for engine
starting.
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LOW FUEL WARNING LIGHT
54G391
This light remains on until all doors (in-
cluding the rear door) are completely
closed.
54G343
If this light comes on, fill the fuel tank im-
mediately.
NOTE The activation point of this light
varies depending on road conditions (for
example, slope or curve) and driving con-
ditions because of fuel moving in the tank. OPEN DOOR WARNING LIGHT FUEL FILTER WARNING LIGHT
(for Diesel Engine Model)DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER
WARNING LIGHT
(for Diesel Engine Model)
60A541
64J244If the light comes on when driving, there
is a possibility to have water in the fuel
filter. Drain water as soon as possible. For
details of draining water, refer to “Fuel Fil-
ter” in the “INSPECTION AND MAIN-
TENANCE” section.
IMPORTANT The presence of water in
the fuel circuit may cause serious damage
to the entire injection system and cause
irregular engine operation. If the warning
light turns on contact Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible to have the system re-
lieved. If the above indications come on
immediately after refuelling, water has
probably been poured into the tank: turn
the engine off immediately and contact Fi-
at Dealership.If the light comes on when driving, the
diesel particulate filter is nearly clogged.
To regenerate the diesel particulate filter,
we recommend that you drive the vehicle
until the light goes out, at an average speed
of 50 km/h (31 mph) for about 5 minutes.
When the regeneration of the diesel par-
ticulate filter is completed by your driving,
this warning light will go out.
For details, refer to “Diesel Particulate Fil-
ter” in the “OPERATING YOUR VEHI-
CLE” section.
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Odometer/Trip meter (Indication
of illumination intensity)
When the ignition switch is turned to
“ON”, the display shows the odometer or
trip meter. The odometer records the to-
tal distance the vehicle has been driven.
The trip meter can be used to measure
the distance traveled on short trips or be-
tween fuel stops.IMPORTANT Keep track of your odome-
ter reading and check the maintenance
schedule regularly for required services.
Increased wear or damage to certain parts
can result from failure to perform re-
quired services at the proper mileage in-
tervals. 1.Speedometer
2.Odometer/Trip meter (Indication of
illumination intensity)
3.Indication selector and meter illumi-
nation control knob
Speedometer
The speedometer indicates vehicle speed
in km/ h.
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SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER/TRIP METER/
METER ILLUMINATION CONTROL
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