Fiat Bravo 2013 Owner's Manual
FIATBRAVO
OWNER HANDBOOK
WHY CHOOSING
GENUINE PARTS
We really know your car because we invented, designed and built it: we really know every single detail.
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offering quality and professionalism for all service operations.
Fiat workshops are always close to you for the regular servicing operations, season checks
and practical recommendations by our experts.
With Fiat Genuine Parts you keep the reliability, comfort and performance features
of your new car unchanged in time: that's why you bought it for.
Always ask for Genuine Parts for the components used on our cars; we recommend them because
they come from our steady commitment in research and development of highly innovative technologies.
For all these reasons: rely on Genuine Parts, because they are the only ones designed
by Fiat for your car.
SAFETY:
BRAKING SYSTEM
ENVIRONMENT: PARTICULATE FILTERS,
CLIMATE CONTROL MAINTENANCE
COMFORT: SUSPENSION
AND WINDSCREEN WIPERS
PERFORMANCE: SPARK PLUGS,
INJECTORS AND BATTERIES
LINEACCESSORI
ROOF RACK BARS, WHEEL RIMS
CHOOSING GENUINE PARTS
IS THE MOST NATURAL CHOICE
PERFORMANCE
GENUINE PARTS
COMFORT
GENUINE PARTS
SAFETY
GENUINE PARTS
AMBIENT
GENUINE PARTS
ACCESSORIES
GENUINE PARTS
VALUES
GENUINE PARTS
HOW TO RECOGNISE
GENUINE PARTS
To recognise a Genuine Part, check that the component bears our brands, always clearly visible on Genuine Parts,
from the braking system to windscreen wipers, from shock absorbers to pollen filter.
All Genuine Parts undergo strict controls, both during design and manufacturing stages,
by specialists using vanguard materials, to test the component reliability.
This to guarantee performance and safety for you and your passengers on board, for a long time.
Always ask for and make sure a Genuine Part has been used.
Genuine
Genuine
Parts
Pollen filter
Genuine
Parts
Shock absorber
Parts
Brake pads
Dear Customer,
We would like to congratulate and thank you for choosing a Fiat Bravo.
We have written this handbook to help you get to know all the features of your car and use it in the best possible way.
You are recommended to read it right through before taking to the road for the first time.
It contains important information, advice and instructions for the use of the car which will help you get the very best out
of your Fiat. The handbook also provides a description of special features and tips as well as essential information for
correct care, maintenance, safe car driving and use and preservation of your Fiat over time.
Carefully read the warnings and indications marked with the following symbols:
personal safety;
car safety;
environmental protection.
The enclosed Warranty Booklet lists the services that Fiat offers to its Customers:
❒ the Warranty Certificate with terms and conditions for maintaining its validity;
❒ the range of additional services available to Fiat Customers.
We are sure that these will help you familiarise with your new car and appreciate it and the care provided by the people
at Fiat.
Enjoy reading. Happy motoring!
This Owner Handbook describes all the versions of the Fiat Bravo. As a
consequence, you should only consider the information which is related to the
trim level, engine and version that you have purchased. All data contained in this
publication are purely indicative. Fiat Group Automobiles can modify the
specifications of the vehicle model described in this publication at any time, for
technical or commercial reasons. For further information, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION!
REFUELLING
Petrol engines: only refuel with unleaded petrol
with octane rating (RON) not less than 95 in
compliance with the European specification
EN228.
The use of petrol that does not conform to the
above-mentioned specification will cause the
EOBD warning light to switch on and the
irregular operation of the engine.
Diesel engines: only refuel with diesel for
motor vehicles in compliance with the European
specification EN590. The use of other products
or mixtures may damage the engine beyond
repair and consequently invalidate the warranty.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Make sure that the handbrake is engaged and
place the gear lever in neutral. Fully depress the
clutch pedal, without pressing the accelerator,
then turn the ignition key to the MAR position
and wait for the and warning lights
to switch off (diesel versions); turn the ignition
key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine
starts.
PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
The catalytic converter develops high
temperatures during operation. Do not park the
car on grass, dry leaves, pine needles or other
flammable material: fire hazard.
RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
The car is fitted with a system that allows
continuous diagnosis of the components related
to emissions to ensure increased respect for
the environment.
ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
If, after buying the car, you decide to add
electrical accessories (with the risk of gradually
draining the battery), contact a Fiat Dealership.
They will calculate the overall electrical
requirement and check that the car’s electrical
system can support the required load.
CODE card
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Keep it in a safe place, not in the car. You should
have the electronic code shown on the CODE
card with you at all times.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct maintenance of the car is essential for
ensuring that it maintains its performance and its
safety features, its environmental friendliness
and low running costs for a long time to come.
THE OWNER MANUAL CONTAINS…
… important information, advice and warnings
for correct use, driving safety and maintenance of
your car over time. Special attention must be
paid to the symbols provided (personal safety)
(environmental protection) (car integrity).
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DASHBOARD
The presence and position of the controls, instruments and indicators may vary according to the different
versions.
fig. 1
1. Diffuser for directing air to the side windows - 2. Adjustable and directable air diffuser - 3. Exterior light control lever -
4. Instrument panel - 5. Windscreen wiper/rear window wiper/trip computer control lever - 6. Adjustable and directable
air diffusers - 7. Hazard warning lights switch - 8. Passenger front airbag - 9. Glove compartment - 10. Fog lights/rear
fog lights and menu access/setting switch unit - 11. Radio controls - 12. Heating/ventilation/climate control system
controls - 13. Electric power steering and ASR system (for versions/markets, where present)/front and rear parking
sensors (for versions/markets, where present) on/off switch unit - 14. Ignition key and ignition switch - 15. Driver side
front knee bag (for versions/markets, where provided) - 16. Driver front airbag - 17. Steering wheel locking lever -
18. Fuse box access flap - 19. Bonnet release lever
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CONTROL PANEL AND INSTRUMENTS
Versions with multifunction display
Warning lights supplied on diesel versions only
On diesel versions, the end of scale for the rev counter is 6000 rpm.
fig. 2
A. Speedometer B. Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light C. Engine coolant temperature gauge with overheating
warning light D. Rev counter E. Multifunction display
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Sport versions with multifunction display
Warning lights supplied on diesel versions only
On diesel versions, the end of scale for the rev counter is 6000 rpm.
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fig. 3
A. Speedometer B. Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light C. Engine coolant temperature gauge with overheating
warning light D. Rev counter E. Multifunction display
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Warning lights supplied on diesel versions only
On diesel versions, the end of scale for the rev counter is 6000 rpm.
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fig. 4
A. Speedometer B. Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light C. Engine coolant temperature gauge with overheating
warning light D. Rev counter E. Reconfigurable multifunction display.
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Sport versions with reconfigurable multifunction display
Warning lights supplied on diesel versions only
On diesel versions, the end of scale for the rev counter is 6000 rpm.
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fig. 5
A. Speedometer B. Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light C. Engine coolant temperature gauge with overheating
warning light D. Rev counter E. Reconfigurable multifunction display.
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SYMBOLS
Some car components have coloured labels whose
symbols indicate precautions to be observed when
using this component.
A plate summarising these symbols fig. 6 can be
found under the bonnet.
THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM
To further protect your car from theft, it has been
fitted with an engine immobilising system. It is
automatically activated when the ignition key is
removed.
There is an electronic device in each key which can
identify the signal emitted, when the engine is
started, from an aerial built into the ignition switch.
The signal is the "password", different every time
the vehicle is started, through which the control
unit recognises the key and enables starting.
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fig. 6
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OPERATION
Each time the vehicle is started turning the ignition
key to MAR-ON, the Fiat CODE system control
unit sends an acknowledgement code to the engine
control unit to deactivate the immobiliser. The
code is sent only if the Fiat CODE system control
unit has acknowledged the code received from
the key.
Each time the ignition key is turned to STOP, the
Fiat CODE system deactivates the functions of the
engine management control unit.
If, during starting, the code is not correctly
recognised, the
warning light (or symbol on the
display) switches on in the instrument panel.
In this case, turn the key to STOP and then to
MAR-ON; if it is still locked, try again with the
other keys that come with the vehicle. Contact a
Fiat Dealership if you still cannot start the engine.
IMPORTANT Each key has its own code which
must be stored by the system’s control unit. To
have new keys stored, up to a maximum number of
eight keys, contact a Fiat Dealership and be ready
to present all the keys you have in your possession,
the CODE card, a personal identity document
and the car ownership documents. The codes for
keys not presented during the storing procedure
will be deleted to ensure that any keys that are lost
or stolen cannot be used to start the engine.
warning light (or symbol on the display)
on whilst driving
❒ If the
warning light (or symbol in the display)
switches on, this means that the system is
running self-diagnosis (caused, for example, by a
voltage drop).
❒ If the
warning light (or symbol in the display)
stays on, contact a Fiat dealership.
THE KEYS
CODE CARD
(for versions/markets, where provided)
A CODE card fig. 7 is provided together with the
vehicle keys. This should be presented to a Fiat
Dealership should you require any duplicate keys.
IMPORTANT In order to ensure complete
efficiency of the electronic devices inside the keys,
they should never be exposed to direct sunlight.
The ignition key and the CODE card
must be handed over to the new owner
when selling the car.
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The electronic components inside the key
may be damaged if the key is subjected
to strong shocks.
fig. 7
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KEY WITHOUT REMOTE CONTROL
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The key is provided with a metal insert A fig. 8,
which operates:
❒ the ignition switch
❒ the door lock
❒ the fuel flap lock/release (on versions supplied
with a lockable plug)
❒ the safe lock device (deactivation only - for
versions/markets, where provided).
KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL
The key is provided with a metal insert A fig. 9,
which operates:
❒ the ignition switch
❒ the door lock
❒ the fuel flap lock/unlock
❒ the safe lock device (deactivation only - for
versions/markets, where provided)
To open/close the metal insert, press button B.
Button
remotely unlocks the doors and the
tailgate.
Button
Button
remotely locks the doors and the tailgate.
remotely open the tailgate. Button B
opens power-assisted opening of metal insert A.
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fig. 8
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fig. 9
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If the button for locking doors from
the inside is accidentally pressed, only
the doors opened for getting out of the
car are released; the tailgate remains locked. For
system reset, press the lock/release buttons
again
from your eyes and from objects which could
get damaged (e.g. your clothes). Do not leave
the key unattended to avoid the button being
accidentally pressed while it is being handled,
e.g. by a child.
/ .
WARNING
Press button B fig. 9 only with the key
away from your body, specifically
Unlocking the doors and the tailgate
Briefly press button
tailgate with the alarm being switched off at the
same time (for versions/markets, where provided),
timed switching-on of internal roof lights and
double flashing of direction indicators (for
versions/markets, where provided).
Pressing button
window opening.
Doors will be unlocked automatically if the fuel
inertia cut-off switch comes into operation.
for unlocking the doors and
for longer than 2 seconds:
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Locking the doors and the tailgate
Briefly press button
for locking the doors and
tailgate with the alarm being switched on at the
same time (for versions/markets, where provided),
timed switching-off of internal roof lights and
single flashing of direction indicators.
Pressing button
for longer than 2 seconds:
window closing. When the button is pressed twice
quickly, the safe lock device is activated
(for versions/markets, where provided)
(see "Safe Lock Device" paragraph hereafter).
If one or more doors are open, the doors will not
be locked. This is signalled by the LED A fig. 10
in the central panel and the direction indicators
flashing rapidly. The doors will be locked even if the
tailgate is open.
Opening the tailgate by the remote control
Press button
to release (open) the tailgate
remotely even with the alarm on (for
versions/markets where provided).
The opening of the tailgate is signalled by the
direction indicators flashing twice; when it is closed
there is one flash (only with the alarm on).
If an alarm is fitted, when the tailgate is opened, the
alarm system switches off the volume sensing
protection and the perimeter sensor for the
tailgate.
When the tailgate is closed again, the volume
sensing protection and perimeter sensor are
restored.
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fig. 10
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Central panel LED indications
When locking the doors, LED A fig. 10 switches on
for about three seconds and than starts flashing
(deterrence function).
If one of the doors or the tailgate are not properly
shut when the doors are being locked, the LED
flashes quickly together with the direction
indicators.
REPLACINGTHE BATTERY IN THE KEY
WITH REMOTE CONTROL
To replace the battery, proceed as follows fig. 11:
❒ press button A and open the metal insert B;
❒ turn screw C to
using a fine bit screwdriver;
❒ take out the battery case D and replace the
battery E making sure that polarities are correct;
❒ refit the battery case D inside the key and lock it
turning the screw C to
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REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL REMOTE
CONTROLS
The system can recognise up to 8 remote controls.
Should a new remote control be necessary, contact
a Fiat Dealership, taking with you the CODE card,
an ID document and the car ownership documents.
Used batteries are harmful to the
environment.You can dispose of them
either in the correct containers as
specified by law or by taking them to a Fiat
Dealership, which will deal with their disposal.
REPLACING THE REMOTE CONTROL COVER
Proceed as shown in figure fig. 12 to replace the
remove control cover.
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fig. 12
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SAFE LOCK DEVICE
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This safety device inhibits the operation of:
❒ interior handles;
❒ door locking/unlocking button fig. 13 on the
central trim;
thereby preventing the opening of the doors from
inside the passenger compartment if there has been
a break-in attempt (e.g. a window has been
broken).
The safe lock device therefore offers the best
possible protection against break-in attempts. We
recommend engaging it whenever the vehicle is
parked and left unattended.
WARNING
Once the safe lock system is engaged, it
is impossible to open the doors from
inside the car.Therefore, before getting out of
the car check that there is no one left on
board.
WARNING
If the key with remote control battery
is flat, the system can be engaged by
using the metal insert in the door catch as
described previously: in this case, the device
only remains active for the rear doors.
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Device activation
The system is automatically enabled on all the
doors by pressing button
remote control.
Device activation is indicated by 3 flashes of the
direction indicators and a flash of the LED on the
door locking button on the dashboard (see table on
next page).
If one or more of the doors is not closed correctly,
the safe lock device will not activate, thus
preventing a person from getting stuck inside the
passenger compartment by entering the car
through, and then closing, the open door.
twice on the key with
Device deactivation
The system is disabled automatically on every door
in the following cases:
❒ unlocking the doors;
❒ turning the ignition key to the MAR-ON position.
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ALARM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The alarm, in addition to all the remote control
functions described previously, is controlled by the
receiver located under the dashboard near the
fuse box.
ALARM ACTIVATION
The alarm intervenes in the following instances:
❒ when a door, the bonnet or the tailgate is
opened illegally (perimeter protection);
❒ when the ignition system is started up (ignition
key turned to MAR-ON);
❒ cutting of the battery leads;
❒ movement inside the passenger compartment
(volume sensing protection);
❒ anomalous lifting/tilting of the vehicle.
Depending on the market, the activation of the
alarm causes the activation of the siren and the
direction indicators (for about 26 seconds). Alarm
tripping and the number of cycles depend on the
sales market.
There is a maximum number of acoustic/visual
cycles. When this is reached the system returns to
normal operation.
The volume sensing and anti-lift protection can be
excluded by adjusting the dedicated control on
the front roof light (see “Volume sensing/Anti-lift
protection”).
IMPORTANT The engine stop function is
guaranteed by the Fiat CODE which is
automatically activated when the key is extracted
from the ignition switch.
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TURNING THE ALARM ON
With the doors, bonnet and tailgate closed and the
ignition key either turned to STOP or removed,
point the key with remote control towards the
vehicle and press and release button
Excluding some markets, the system produces an
acoustic signal (beep) and enables door locking.
The switching on of the alarm is preceded by
a self-diagnosis stage: if a fault is detected, the
system emits a new acoustic signal together with
the display of a message (see “Warning lights and
messages” chapter).
In this case switch off the alarm by pressing
check that all the doors, bonnet and tailgate are
closed correctly; then switch the alarm back on by
pressing the
button.
.
,
If a door, the bonnet and the tailgate are not
properly shut, they will be excluded from the check
by the alarm system.
If the alarm emits an acoustic signal even when the
doors, bonnet and tailgate are correctly closed, a
failure has occurred in system operation.
Go to a Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT The alarm does not come on when
the central locking is activated using the metal
insert in the key.
IMPORTANT The alarm is adapted to meet
requirements in various countries.
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TURNING THE ALARM OFF
Press button
on the key with remote control.
The following operations are performed
(excluding some versions for specific markets):
❒ direction indicators flash twice;
❒ there are two short acoustic signals (beeps);
❒ doors are unlocked.
IMPORTANT The alarm does not switch off when
the central opening is activated using the metal
insert in the key.
VOLUME SENSING/ANTI-LIFT
PROTECTION
To guarantee the correct operation of the
protection system it is advisable to shut all the side
windows and the sun roof (for versions/markets,
where provided).
If necessary, the function can be turned off (if, for
example, you are leaving an animal in the car) by
pressing button A fig. 14, located in the front roof
light, before activating the alarm itself.
When the function is disabled, this is indicated by
the LED on the button flashing for several seconds.
Any disabling of the volume sensing/anti-lift
protection must be repeated each time the
instrument panel is switched off.
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BREAK-IN ATTEMPT INDICATION
Any break-in attempt is indicated by the warning
light
together with a message shown in the display
(see “Warning lights and messages” chapter).
(or symbol in the display) lighting up,
DISABLING THE ALARM
To turn the alarm off completely (for example,
if the vehicle is not being used for a long time), the
vehicle must be closed by turning the metal insert
of the key with remote control in the lock.
IMPORTANT If the batteries of the key with
remote control run out or the system fails, the
alarm can be switched off by placing the key in the
ignition switch and turning it to MAR-ON.
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IGNITION SWITCH
The key can be turned to 3 different positions
fig. 15:
❒ STOP: engine off, key can be removed, steering
column locked. Some electrical devices (e.g.
radio, central door locking system, electronic
alarm, etc.) are enabled.
❒ MAR-ON: driving position. All electrical devices
are enabled.
❒ AVV: engine start-up.
The ignition switch is fitted with a safety system
that requires the ignition key to be turned back to
STOP if the engine does not start, before the
starting operation can be repeated.
WARNING
If the ignition switch is tampered with
(e.g. attempted theft), have it checked
over by a Fiat Dealership before driving again.
WARNING
Always remove the key when you leave
your car to prevent someone from
accidentally operating the controls. Remember
to engage the handbrake. If the car is parked
on uphill slope, engage the first gear; if the car
is facing downhill, engage the reverse gear.
Never leave children unattended in the car.
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STEERING LOCK
Engagement
When at STOP, remove the key and turn the
steering wheel until it locks.
Disengagement
Move the steering wheel slightly as you turn the
ignition key to MAR-ON.
IMPORTANT In some parking conditions (e.g.:
wheels turned) the effort required to move the
steering wheel and disengage the steering lock may
be increased.
WARNING
It is absolutely forbidden to carry out
any aftermarket operation involving
steering system or steering column
modifications (e.g.: installation of anti-theft
device) that could badly affect performance
and safety, invalidate the warranty and also
result in non-compliance of the car with
type-approval requirements.
WARNING
Never remove the key while the car is
moving.The steering wheel will lock
as soon as it is turned. This holds true for cars
being towed as well.
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ON-BOARD INSTRUMENTS
SPEEDOMETER
Indicates the vehicle speed fig. 16.
INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTING
ADJUSTMENT
(Brightness sensor) (Sport versions with
reconfigurable multifunction display)
Sport versions with reconfigurable multifunction
display are equipped with a brightness sensor (fitted
inside the speedometer) capable of detecting
ambient light conditions and adjusting the
brightness of the instrument panel accordingly.
The behaviour of the instrument is as follow:
❒ in "daytime" mode the display can be adjusted to
8 settings, the graphics are switched off, the
indexes are fully lit up and cannot be adjusted;
❒ in "nighttime" mode the display, the graphics and
the indexes can be adjusted to 8 settings. The
brightness of the radio and automatic dual zone
climate control display is also adjusted.
The brightness setting depends on the values
previously configured using the setup menu on the
reconfigurable multifunction display (see "Lighting"
in the "Reconfigurable multifunction display"
paragraph).
The instrument panel graphics brightness may
change (from on to off) whilst the vehicle is moving
following an event that causes a switch from
daytime to nighttime conditions in the passenger
compartment (for example, entering a tunnel).
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IN AN EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
fig. 16
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
F0Q0606
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KNOW YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
REV COUNTER
The rev counter fig. 17 shows the number of engine
revolutions per minute.
On diesel versions, the end of scale for the rev
counter is 6000 rpm.
IMPORTANT The electronic injection control
system gradually shuts off the flow of fuel when the
engine is “over-revving” resulting in a gradual loss
of engine power.
When the engine is idling, the rev counter may
indicate a gradual or sudden increase of the engine
speed. This behaviour is standard as it may be
caused, for example, by the operation of the
climate control system or the fan. It should not be
considered as a fault. In these cases, a slow change
in revs is used to protect the battery charge.
FUEL LEVEL GAUGE
The needle shows the amount of fuel left in the
tank.
Warning light A fig. 18 comes on to indicate that
approximately 8-10 litres of fuel are left in the tank.
tank empty
E
tank full (see the instructions provided in
F
paragraph "Refuelling the car" in this chapter).
Do not travel with the tank nearly empty to
prevent damaging the catalytic converter.
IMPORTANT The needle will point to E and
warning light A will flash to indicate a fault in the
system. If this is the case, go to the Fiat Dealership
to have the system checked.
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fig. 17
F0Q0607
fig. 18
F0Q0608
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
The needle shows the temperature of the engine
coolant and starts supplying indications when
the fluid temperature exceeds approx. 50°C.
Under normal usage, the needle should hover
around the middle of the scale according to the
working conditions.
Low engine coolant temperature
C
High engine coolant temperature.
H
Warning light B fig. 18 may switch on (together
with a message on the display) to indicate that the
coolant temperature is too high; in this case, stop
the engine and contact a Fiat Dealership.
If the needle reaches the red area, stop
the engine immediately and contact a
Fiat Dealership.
GETTING TO
KNOW YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
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KNOW YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The car is equipped with a multifunction display
that, according to previous settings, will show useful
driving information.
"STANDARD" SCREEN
(versions without Start&Stop)
The standard screen fig. 19 can display the following
information:
Date
A
Dualdrive electric power steering engagement
B
indication
Sport driving mode indication (for versions/
C
markets, where provided)
Time
D
Odometer (display of distance travelled in
E
kilometres/miles)
Possible ice on the road indication
F
Outside temperature
G
Scheduled servicing interval
H
Headlight alignment position (only with dipped
I
headlights on)
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SPECIFICATIONS
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fig. 19
F0Q3245
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