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KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE
In-depth knowledge of your new vehicle
starts here.
The handbook that you are reading
simply and directly explains how it is
made and how it works.
That’s why we advise you to read it
seated comfortably on board, so that
you can see what is described here for
yourself.THE KEYS.................13
DOORS...................20
HEADRESTS................26
SEATS....................27
STEERING WHEEL/POWER
STEERING.................31
START&STOP SYSTEM.........32
REAR VIEW MIRRORS.........34
EXTERNAL LIGHTS...........35
INTERIOR LIGHTS............38
WINDSCREEN / REAR WINDOW
WIPERS..................39
REFUELLING THE VEHICLE......42
AdBlue (Urea) ADDITIVE TANK....43
IGNITION DEVICE............45
CLIMATE CONTROL...........45
RADAR PARKING.............56
REAR CAMERA..............57
ELECTRIC WINDOWS..........59
ENGINE BONNET............60
INTERIOR FITTINGS...........61
MULTIMEDIA EQUIPMENT.......68
RADIO....................68
BAGGAGE COVER............69
CRUISE CONTROL
(constant speed regulator).......69
SPEED LIMITER..............72
PROTECTING THE
ENVIRONMENT..............73DIESEL VERSION
PARTICULARITIES............74
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START&STOP
SYSTEM
29) 30)
This system lets you reduce fuel
consumption and harmful gas
emissions. When you start the vehicle,
the system is automatically activated.
When driving, the system stops the
engine (in stand-by) while the vehicle is
not moving (traffic jam, stop for a traffic
light, etc.).
OPERATING MODE
The engine is put in stand-by if:the vehicle was driven since its last
stop;
the gear is in neutral;
the clutch pedal is released;
the vehicle speed is lower than about
3 km/h.
2) 3)
The warning lightshown on the
instrument panel indicates that the
engine is in standby.
The equipment of the car remains
functioning for the entire time the
engine is off.
The engine is automatically restarted
when the clutch pedal is pressed and
the vehicle is put in gear.
ACTIVATION AND
DEACTIVATION OF THE
SYSTEM
Press button 1 fig. 65 to deactivate the
function. The dedicated message will
appear on the instrument panel and the
warning light 2 fig. 65 on the button will
turn on.
Pressing again will reactivate the
system. The appropriate message will
appear on the instrument panel and the
warning light 2 on the button 1 will turn
off.
The system re-activates automatically
whenever the vehicle is voluntarily
restarted (refer to the "Starting the
engine” paragraph in the “Starting and
driving” chapter).
NOTES: With the engine in stand-by,
press button 1: the engine restarts
automatically.Special cases
For vehicles with an electronic key,
with the system activated, engine in
standby mode (traffic jam, stopping at a
red light, etc.), if the driver rises up from
his seat or unbuckles his seat belt, the
contact is disengaged. To restart the
Start&Stop system, press the ignition
button (see "Starter switch” paragraph
in the “Knowing your vehicle” chapter).
In case the engine stops, if the
system is activated, press down hard
on the clutch pedal to restart it.
MISSED ENGINE
STOPPING CONDITIONS
Depending on the vehicle, some
conditions stop the system from
applying the stand-by engine,
specifically:
reverse is in gear;
the bonnet is not locked;
for cars with an electronic key, the
driver's door is not closed;
for vehicles with an electronic key,
the driver's seat belt is not fastened;
the outside temperature is too low or
too high (lower than 0°C or over 35°C);
the battery not sufficiently charged;
there is too much difference between
the inside vehicle temperature and that
set by the automatic climate control;
65T36535
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NOTE When driving, each time the
vehicle stops, the windscreen wipers
slow down: from fast to slow
continuous operation. As soon as the
vehicle moves again, the wipers return
to the initially selected speed. Any
operation of lever 1 fig. 81 takes
precedence and annuls any
automatism.
Cars with automatic windscreen
wipers
(For versions/markets where provided)
With the engine started, move lever 1
fig. 82
Afig. 81 Stop
Bfig. 81 Automatic windscreen
wiper function. In this position, the
system detects water on the
windscreen and runs the wipers to the
best speed.You can change the activation threshold
and the time between one wipe and the
next by turning the ring 2:
Efig. 82 Minimum sensitivity
Ffig. 82 Maximum sensitivity
C fig. 81Continuous slow operation
Dfig. 81 Continuous fast operation
NOTE If there is fog or snow, the
automatic windscreen wipers are not
systematic and the driver has to
operate them.
IMPORTANT Position C fig. 81 is
accessible when the starter device is
on. Position B and D fig. 81 are
accessible with the engine started.
NOTE There is a service position for
replacing the wiper blades. With the
starter device on and engine stopped,
move the wiper stalk 1 all down
(position D) fig. 81. The wiper arm stops
in a position away from the bonnet (see
the "Windscreen wipers" paragraph in
the "Maintenance and care" chapter).
Windscreen washer
With starter device inserted, pull lever 1
fig. 83 towards the driver. Pulling the
lever briefly, activates a single wipe
together with the screen washer. Pulling
the lever for a longer time, activates
three consecutive wipes together with
the screen washer, and then a fourth
wipe after a few seconds.IMPORTANT In the case of ice or snow,
clean the windscreen (including the
central section behind the interior rear
view mirror) and the rear window before
activating the wipers (risk of overheating
their electric motor). Check condition of
the wiper blades:
they have to stay clean: clean both
windscreen and rear window regularly
with soapy water;
do not use them when the
windscreen and rear window are dry;
detach them from the windscreen or
rear window if they have not been used
for a long time.
In any case, replace them as soon as
they are no longer efficient: about once
a year. Check that there is no item that
could interfere with the windscreen
wiper trajectory.
82T35570-4
83T36521
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NOTE If the window encounters any
resistance during closing (for example a
tree branch, etc.) it stops and lowers a
few centimetres again.
Irregular operation
If the window closing fails to function,
the system moves to no pressure
mode: pull the concerned switch up as
much as needed until the window
closes completely (the window goes
back up gradually); then keep the
switch pulled up (always on the closing
side) for a second, then lower it and
raise it back up completely to reinstate
the system.
If necessary, contact a Fiat Dealership.
Rear sliding windows:
61)
Use the handle 4 fig. 111 and run the
window to the desired stop.
WARNING
59)Incorrect use of the electric windows
may be dangerous. Before and during
operation, always check that nobody is
exposed to the risk of being injured either
directly by the moving window or through
objects getting caught or hit by it. When
leaving the vehicle (equipped with
mechanical key with remote control),
always remove the key from the ignition
device to prevent accidental operation of
the electric windows from being a hazard
for those still on board.
60)When you close the windows, check
that no part of a body (arm, hand, etc.) is
sticking out from the vehicle. Danger of
serious injury.
61)Before manoeuvring it, make sure no
occupant is sticking out of a window or an
open door.
ENGINE BONNET
62) 63) 64) 65) 66) 67) 68)
17)
To open, pull lever 1 fig. 112.
Unlocking bonnet safety catch
To release, push the tongue 2
fig. 113 to the left while lifting the
bonnet.
110T36560-1111T36562
112T36581
113T36594
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Opening the bonnet
Lift the bonnet and accompany it.
Lifting is aided by side dampers.
Closing the bonnet
Make sure nothing has been left in the
engine compartment. Lower the bonnet
to approximately 30 centimetres from
the engine compartment and let it drop.
Make sure that the bonnet is
completely closed and not only
fastened by the locking device by trying
to open it. If it is not perfectly closed,
do not try to press the bonnet down
but open it and repeat the procedure.
WARNING
62)Before any intervention, the engine
must be turned off (and not in stand-by):
you must turn the engine off (refer to the
"Starting the engine" paragraph in the
“Starting and driving” chapter).
63)Do not lean on the bonnet: it could
close involuntarily.
64)When you intervene near the engine,
this last could be hot. Moreover, the
cooling fan could start up at any time. The
warning light serves to remind you of
this condition. Risk of injury.
65)When working in the engine
compartment, make sure that the
windscreen wiper is in the stopped
position. Risk of injury.
66)In case of a collision, even a light one
like against the cowling or bonnet, have it
checked at a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.67)Use both hands to lift the bonnet.
Before lifting, check that the windscreen
wiper arms are not raised from the
windscreen, that the vehicle is stationary
and that the parking brake is engaged.
68)For safety reasons, the bonnet must
always be properly closed while the car is
travelling. Therefore, make sure that the
bonnet is properly closed and that the lock
is engaged. If you discover that the bonnet
is not perfectly closed during travel, stop
immediately and close the bonnet in the
correct manner.
IMPORTANT
17)After every intervention in the engine
compartment, make sure you have not left
anything (rags, tools, etc.); basically these
could damage the engine or start a fire.
INTERIOR FITTINGS
SUN VISORS
Lower the sun visor 1 fig. 114. You can
tilt the sun visor against the side
window.
For versions/markets where provided,
lower the sun visor 3 fig. 115 to access
the mirror.
114T36563
115T36564
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JUMP STARTING
186) 187) 188) 189) 190)
40)
Starting the engine that supplies
electrical power and keeping it at
medium speed.
To start, if you use the battery from
another vehicle, you need to have the
right cables (large size) from a Fiat
Dealership or, if you already have them,
make sure they are in perfect condition.
The two batteries have to have nominal
identical voltage: 12 Volt The battery
that supplies the power has to have a
capacity (amperes/hour, Ah) that is at
least identical to the dead battery.
Make sure that there is no contact
between the two vehicles (risk of short
circuit at the moment the positive poles
are in contact) and that the dead
battery is well connected. Disengage
the starter device.Depending on the versions, unhook the
battery guard.
Connect positive cable A fig. 268 to
terminal 1 (+) fig. 268 then to terminal 4
(+) fig. 268 of the battery supplying the
power.
Connect negative cable B fig. 268 to
terminal 3 (-) fig. 268 from the battery
supplying power, then to terminal 2 (-)
fig. 268 of the dead battery.
Start the engine and as soon as it turns
over, disconnect cables A and B in
reverse order (2-3-4-1) .
WARNING
186)Check that the wires A and B are not
touching and that the positive cable A does
not touch any metal component of the
vehicle providing the current. You risk injury
and/or damage to the vehicle.187)Before opening the bonnet, make
sure that the engine is off and that the
ignition key is in the "S" (Stop) position.
Follow the indications on the plate
underneath the bonnet.
188)Do not get too close to the radiator
cooling fan: the electric fan may start;
danger of injury. Scarves, ties and other
loose clothing might be pulled by moving
parts.
189)Remove any metal objects (e.g. rings,
watches, bracelets), that might cause an
accidental electrical contact and cause
serious injury.
190)The batteries contain acid that can
burn skin or eyes. Batteries produce
hydrogen, which is easily flammable and
explosive. Therefore, keep away flames or
devices which may cause sparks.
IMPORTANT
40)Never use a fast battery-charger to
start the engine as this could damage the
electronic systems of your vehicle,
particularly the ignition and engine fuel
supply control units.
268T36708
269T36629
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Thousands of kilometres40 80 120 160 200
Years246810
Check operation of the windscreen wiper/washer system
and adjust jets, if necessary
Check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks, cleanliness
and lubrication of linkage
Visually check front disc brake pad condition and wear
Visually check rear disc brake pad condition and wear
Visually inspect the accessories drive belt/s condition
Check accessory drive belt tensioning
Change engine oil and replace oil filter(3)
Replacing accessories drive belt/s(4)
Replace fuel filter cartridge(5)
Replace air cleaner cartridge(6)
Change the brake fluid(6)
(3) The actual interval for changing engine oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the vehicle usage conditions and is signalled by the warning light or
message on the instrument panel. It must never exceed 2 years or 40,000 km. Change engine oil and filter every year if the vehicle is driven mainly in town.
(4) Areas that are not dusty: recommended maximum mileage 160,000 km. Regardless of the mileage, the belt must be replaced every 6 years. Dusty areas and/or
heavy conditions (cold climates, urban driving, long periods of idling): the recommended maximum distance is 60,000 km. Regardless of the mileage, the belt
must be replaced every 4 years.
(5) When refuelling the vehicle with a quality below the relevant European specification, this filter must be replaced every 20,000 km
(6) Replacing it every 4 years or 120,000 km is recommended
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PERIODIC CHECKS
Every1,000km or before long trips
check and, if necessary, top up:
engine coolant level;
brake fluid level;
windscreen washer fluid level;
tyre inflation pressure and condition;
operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, etc.);
operation of screen washer/wiper
system and positioning/wear of
windscreen/rear window wiper blades.
Every3,000km, check and top up the
engine oil level.
DEMANDING VEHICLE
USE
If the vehicle is mostly used in one of
the following conditions:
dusty roads;
short, repeated journeys (less than
7-8 km) at sub-zero outside
temperatures;
engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long periods
of inactivity;
the following checks must be carried
out more often than indicated in the
Scheduled Service Plan:
check front disc brake pad condition
and wear;
check cleanliness of bonnet and
boot locks, cleanliness and lubrication
of linkage;
visually inspect conditions of: engine,
gearbox, transmission, pipes and hoses
(exhaust/fuel system/brakes) and
rubber elements (gaiters/sleeves/
bushes, etc.);
check battery charge and battery
fluid level (electrolyte);
visually inspect conditions of the
accessory drive belts;
check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter;
check and, if necessary, replace
pollen filter;
check and, if necessary, replace air
cleaner.
SERVICING
PROCEDURES
The vehicle respects the recycling
criteria and scrapped vehicle
assessment which came into force in
2015.
Therefore, some of the vehicle’s
components are designed with their
ultimate recycling in mind.
These components can easily be
disassembled to be recovered and
reused in the recycling industry.
Moreover, thanks to its advanced
design, its original setup and its modest
fuel consumption, the vehicle complies
with the anti-pollution regulations in
force. We are actively committed to
reducing polluting gases and saving
energy. But the level of polluting gas
emissions and vehicle consumption
also depend on you. Take care to use
and service your car correctly.
Keep in mind that lack of respect for
anti-pollution laws can expose the
vehicle's owner to administrative
sanctions. Moreover, replacing engine,
fuel system and exhaust parts with
other non-original ones voids the
vehicle's compliance with the
anti-pollution regulations.
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INDEX
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) . . .126
Accessories purchased by the
owner....................5
Active safety systems..........126
AdBlue (Urea) additive tank.......43
Baggage cover..............69
Battery...................173
Battery recharging............159
Bodywork.................178
Braking system..............186
Cargo volumes.............199
Checking levels..............169
Child protection systems........100
Carrying children safely.......100
Fitting a child restraint system
with seat belts............102
ISOFIX fastening system......114
Climate control...............45
Climate control system.........210
CO2 emissions..............218
Control panel and on-board
instruments...............87
Cruise control (constant speed
regulator).................69
Diesel version particularities......74
Diffusers...................48
Display....................77
Doors.....................20Centralised door locking/unlocking
for the openable parts........23
Front doors...............20
Manual door locking/unlocking . . .24
Rear swing doors...........21
Sliding side door............21
Tailgate.................23
Electric windows.............59
Engine...................184
Engine bonnet...............60
ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
system.................126
Exterior lights
Dipped beam headlights.......35
Headlight alignment adjustment . .36
External lights...............35
Daytime running lights........35
Direction indicators..........37
Front fog lights.............36
Main beam headlights........36
Rear fog light..............36
Side lights................35
Filters...................172
Fluids and lubricants..........212
Front airbags................96
Front driver and
passenger airbags . . . . ......96
Front passenger side air bag and
child restraint..............96
Front headrest...............26Fuel consumption............216
Handbrake................134
Hazard warning lights..........143
Headrests..................26
Heating and ventilation..........47
Heavy-duty use of the vehicle
(scheduled service)..........168
Hill Holder Assistance for starting
uphill...................128
i-Size child restraint systems.....114
Identification data............183
Ignition device...............45
Installing electrical/electronic
devices...................5
Interior...................180
Interior fittings...............61
Sun visors................61
Interior lights................38
Jump starting..............158
Keys.....................13
Electronic key.............15
Key with remote control.......13
Manual climate control.........49
Multimedia equipment..........68
Occupant protection systems.....92
Parking the vehicle...........134
Passenger compartment fuse
control unit...............150
Passenger compartment fuses. . . .148