lock FIAT STRADA 2011 Owner handbook (in English)

Check the alignment of
the light beams each
time the weight of the load
transported changes.
WARNINGABS SYSTEM
This is an integral part of the braking
system, which prevents one or more
wheels from locking or slipping
regardless of the road surface
conditions and braking intensity,
ensuring control of the vehicle even
during emergency braking.
The EBD system (Electronic Braking
Force Distribution) completes the
system, allowing the brake force to
be distributed between the front and
rear wheels.
IMPORTANT For maximum
efficiency of the braking system, a
bedding-in period of about 500 km is
required: during this period it is
better to avoid sharp, repeated and
prolonged braking.SYSTEM INTERVENTION
The driver can feel that the ABS
system has come into action because
the brake pedal pulsates slightly and
the system gets noisier: it means that
the speed of the vehicle should be
altered to suit the type of road
surface.
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When the ABS
intervenes and you feel
the brake pedal pulsating, do
not raise your foot, but keep it
pressed; in doing so you will
stop in the shortest amount of
space possible depending on
the current road conditions.
WARNING
If the ABS system
intervenes, this
indicates that the traction of
the tyres on the road is nearing
its limit. You must slow down
to a speed compatible with the
available traction.
WARNING
The ABS gets the most
from the available grip,
but it cannot improve it; you
should therefore take every
care when driving on slippery
surfaces and not take
unnecessary risks.
WARNING
FAULT INDICATIONS
ABS failure
This is indicated by the >warning
light switching on in the instrument
panel (together with a message on
the display on some versions) (see
“Warning lights and messages”
section).
In this case, the braking system will
still be effective, although without
the extra capacity offered by the
ABS system. Drive carefully to the
nearest Fiat Dealership to have the
system checked. EBD failure
This is indicated by the >and x
warning lights switching on in the
instrument panel (together with a
message on the display on some
versions) (see “Warning lights and
messages” section).
In this case, the rear wheels may
suddenly lock and the vehicle may
swerve when braking sharply.
Therefore, drive very cautiously to
the nearest Fiat Dealership to have
the system checked.
If only the xwarning
light switches on in the
instrument panel (together
with a message on the display
on some versions), stop the
vehicle immediately and
contact the nearest Fiat
Dealership. Leakage of
hydraulic fluid from the
braking system will
compromise the operation of
the braking system, whether it
is of the conventional type or
with ABS.
WARNING
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E-LOCKER SYSTEM
ELD - ELECTRONIC LOCKING
DIFFERENTIAL
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
Some versions may feature the
E-Locker system, used in conditions
where the vehicle may slip.
This system can lock the front
differential, supplying both front
wheels with the same rotational
speed; in doing so, the wheel with
the greatest grip will be the one
which can propel the vehicle.
The E-Locker System
must not be considered
as a kind of “four-wheel drive”:
the system must not be used on
normal surfaces (dry asphalt
etc.). In any case, the system
deactivates automatically as
soon as the vehicle speed
exceeds 20 km/h.
WARNING
You are advised to use
the E-Locker System
only when a wheel loses grip
resulting in conditions of low
friction (e.g. on roads with
mud, sand, stones, wet grass
etc.).
WARNING
To operate the E-Locker System:
– press the brake pedal (vehicle
stationary);
– press the ELD button-fig. 101
located on the dashboard to the
left of the steering wheel; the
system emits a long beep, the ELD
warning light on the instrument
panel starts to blink and the
display shows a dedicated message
(ELD ON for 5 seconds);
– release the clutch slowly,
accelerating gradually; having
overcome the difficulty, deactivate
the system.
The E-Locker system
must be activated with
vehicle stationary. The expert
driver must be capable of
assessing the conditions of the
terrain before activation.
WARNING
fig. 101
F0X0082m
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The E-Locker System
should not encourage
the driver to head towards and
travel through unknown places
and/or regions, confident of
tackling any obstacle.
The driver is always responsible
of controlling and driving the
vehicle in all circumstances.
WARNING
SEVERE DANGER:
If emergency conditions
require that a front wheel is
lifted: make sure that the
E-Locker system is deactivated
before any operation is carried
out.
WARNING
The system features manual and
automatic deactivation.
Manual deactivation
Press the ELD button again.
Automatic deactivation
This occurs when the speed of the
vehicle exceeds 20 km/h.
When the vehicle approaches this
speed (about 15 km/h):
– the system emits a sequence of
3 beeps
– the ELD warning light on the
instrument panel flashes more
quickly.When it is deactivated (manual or
automatic):
– the system emits a short beep
– The ELD warning light switches
off in the instrument panel
– the display shows a dedicated
message (ELD OFF for 5 seconds).
In the event of failure
– the ELD warning light on the
instrument panel switches on
constantly and the display shows a
dedicated message.
IMPORTANT If a user attempts to
activate the E-Locker System with
vehicle in motion and/or without the
brake pedal pressed, the command is
rejected and the system is not
activated; the ELD warning light on
the instrument panel switches on for
a few seconds at the same time.
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CORRECT USE OF THE VEHICLE
STARTING THE ENGINE
The vehicle is fitted with an
electronic engine lock device: if the
engine fails to start, see the
“The Fiat CODE system” paragraph
in the “Know your vehicle” section.
It is advisable not to
demand maximum
performance from your
vehicle (e.g. excessive
acceleration, long distances at
high speeds, excessively intense
braking, etc.) during the initial
period of use.
When the engine is off,
do not leave the key
turned to MAR to
prevent unnecessary electrical
consumption from draining the
battery.
It is dangerous to run
the engine in enclosed
areas. The engine consumes
oxygen and engine exhaust
contains carbon dioxide,
carbon monoxide and other
toxic gasses.
WARNING
The brake servo and
power steering are not
operational until the engine
has been started, so you need
to apply much more force than
usual to the brake pedal and
steering wheel.
WARNING

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PARKING
Stop the engine, engage the
handbrake, engage 1st gear uphill or
reverse downhill and leave the
wheels steered towards the edge of
the road or the pavement. If the
vehicle is parked on a steep slope, it
is advisable to block the wheels with
a wedge or stone.
Do not leave the ignition key at
MAR because this drains the battery.
Always extract the key when getting
out of the vehicle.
Never leave children
alone in the unattended
vehicle.
WARNING
HANDBRAKE fig. 105
The handbrake lever is located
between the front seats.
Pull the lever upwards to engage the
handbrake and ensure that the
vehicle does not move.When the handbrake is on and the
ignition key is at MAR, the x
warning light on the instrument
panel switches on.
To release the handbrake:
1) Slightly lift the handbrake and
press release button A.
2) Hold down the button and lower
the lever. The xwarning light
switches off.
Depress the brake pedal when
carrying out this operation to
prevent the vehicle from moving
accidentally.
The vehicle must be
secured after several
clicks of the lever. If this is not
the case, contact a Fiat
Dealership to have it adjusted.
WARNING
fig. 105
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Modifications or repairs
to the electrical system
that are not carried out
correctly or do not take the
system’s technical
specifications into account can
cause malfunctions leading to
the risk of fire.
WARNING
Halogen bulbs contain
pressurised gas. Glass
shards may be projected if a
bulb breaks.
WARNING
Halogen bulbs must be
handled by holding the
metal part only. If the
transparent bulb is touched with
the fingers, its lighting intensity
is reduced and life of the bulb
may be compromised. In the
event of accidental contact,
wipe the bulb with a cloth
moistened with alcohol and let
the bulb dry.
Where possible, it is
advisable to have bulbs
changed at a Fiat
Dealership. The correct
operation and direction of the
exterior lights are absolutely
essential for the driving in safety
and compliance with law.
– Burnt bulbs must be replaced by
others of the same type and
power.
– Always check the direction of the
beam after changing a headlight
bulb, for reasons of safety.
TYPES OF BULBS
Various types of bulbs are fitted on
your vehicle fig. 119:
A. All-glass bulbs
These are press-fitted.
Pull to remove them.
B. Bayonet bulbs
To remove this type of bulb from
the holder, press the bulb and turn it
anticlockwise.
C. Cylindrical bulbs
Release from the contacts to
remove.
D-E. Halogen bulbs
Detach the locking spring from its
housing to remove the bulb.IF YOU NEED TO
REPLACE A BULB
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
– When a light is not working,
check that the corresponding fuse
is intact before replacing the bulb.
– For the location of fuses, refer to
the paragraph “If you blow a fuse”
in this section.
– Before changing a burnt bulb,
check the contacts for oxidation.

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– disconnect connector B-fig. 124;
– release fixing spring A then
remove the bulb;
– insert the new bulb in the
dedicated housing, reattach the
fixing spring, reconnect the
connector and close the cover.FRONT DIRECTION
INDICATORS
To change the bulbs of the direction
indicators, proceed as follows:
Single-lens headlights
– remove the bulb holder assembly
A-fig. 125, turning it anticlockwise;
– remove the bulb, pushing it gently
and turning it anticlockwise;
– insert the new bulb, pushing it
gently and turning it clockwise,
then refit the bulb holder
assembly.Polyelliptical headlights
– remove cover C-fig. 123, turning it
clockwise;
– remove bulb A-fig. 126 pushing it
gently and turning it clockwise;
– insert the new bulb, pushing it
gently and turning it anticlockwise,
then refit the bulb holder
assembly.
fig. 126
F0X0107m
fig. 124
F0X0105m
fig. 125
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FRONT SIDE LIGHTS
To change the bulbs of the side
lights, proceed as follows:
Single-lens headlights
– remove the bulb holder assembly
A-fig. 127, turning it anticlockwise;
– remove the bulb from the bulb
holder;
– insert the new bulb then refit the
bulb holder assembly.Polyelliptical headlights
– remove cover B-fig. 123, turning it
anticlockwise;
– remove bulb holder assembly
A-fig. 128;
– remove the bulb from the bulb
holder;
– insert the new bulb, reinsert the
bulb holder assembly then close
the cover, rotating it clockwise.FRONT FOG LIGHTS
To replace the front fog light bulbs,
contact a Fiat Dealership.
SIDE INDICATORS
These are located in the door
mirrors fig. 129 and are LED type.
In the event of a failure, contact a
Fiat Dealership.
fig. 129
F0X0110m
fig. 127
F0X0108m
fig. 128
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DRIVING LIGHTS
(Adventure version)
To replace the bulbs of the driving
lights, proceed as follows:
– steer the wheels inwards so that
you have a greater space in which
to work;
– remove cover A-fig. 131 from the
wheel arch, unscrewing the 4
screws indicated by the arrows;
– rotate cover B-fig. 132
anticlockwise;
– remove the connector, release
spring C-fig. 133 then remove the
bulb;
fig. 131
F0X0111m
fig. 132
F0X0112m
fig. 133
F0X0113m
fig. 134
F0X0114m
– insert the new bulb, reattach the
spring, reconnect the connector
then close the cover, turning
clockwise;
– refit the cover on the wheel arch.
IMPORTANT Contact a Fiat
Dealership to have the height of the
light beam from the driving lights
checked and adjusted.REAR LIGHT UNIT
To replace the bulb:
– from inside the load
compartment, remove the caps
A-fig.134 to access the screws
that fix the light unit;
– undo the screws A-fig. 135 then
pull out the entire unit;