FIAT Doblo User Manual

Dear Customer,

Thank you for selecting Fiat and congratulations on your choice of a Fiat Doblò. We have written this handbook to help you get to know all your new Fiat Doblò features and use it in the best

possible way.

You should read it right through before taking the road for the first time.

You will find information, tips and important warnings regarding the driving of your vehicle to help you derive the maximum from your Fiat Doblò’s technological features. You will find very valuable tips for your own safety, the vehicle’s wellbeing and about how to protect the environment.

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.

Best regards and good motoring!

This Owner Handbook describes all Fiat Doblò versions. As a consequence, you should consider only the

information which is related to the engine and bodywork version of the vehicle you purchased.

VERY IMPORTANT!

REFUELLING

Petrol engines: only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) not less than 95. Diesel engines: refuel diesel engine vehicles with diesel fuel for motor vehicles meeting EN590 European Spec-

STARTING THE ENGINE

PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL

ifications only. The use of other products or mixtures may irreparably damage the engine with invalidation of the warranty due

to the damage caused.

Make sure that the handbrake is up. Put the gearbox in neutral. Press the clutch pedal fully without pressing the accelerator. At this point:

petrol engines: turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine starts. diesel engines: turn the ignition key to MAR and wait for the warning lights ¢ (Y) and m to go off; turn

the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine has started.

The catalytic converter develops high temperature during operation, Do not park the vehicle on grass, dry leaves, pine needles or other flammable material: fire hazard.

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RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

The vehicle is equipped with a system for continuously monitoring emissions control system components to ensure environmental-friendlier running.

ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES

If you want to add electrically powered accessories after buying the vehicle (with the risk of gradually draining the battery) visit a Fiat Dealership. They will evaluate the overall electrical intake and check whether the electric system can support the required load.

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CODE card

Keep the code card in a safe place, not in the vehicle. You should always keep the electronic card code written on the CODE card with you.

SCHEDULED SERVICING

Correct maintenance will preserve your vehicle’s performance, safety features, environmental-friendliness and low running costs in time.

THE OWNER HANDBOOK CONTAINS …

…information, tips and important warnings regarding the safe, correct driving of your vehicle, and its maintenance. Pay particular attention to the symbols "(personal safety) #(environmental protection) â(the vehicle wellbeing).

WELCOME ABOARD Fiat Doblò

Fiat Doblò is a compact vehicle with an original bodyline, designed to offer great driving comfort, ensure safe-

ty and be a real friend to the environment.

Everything, from its new engines to its safety devices, from its improved comfort for driver and passengers alike to its practical solutions, contributes to make you appreciate your Fiat Doblò’s personality.

And you will realise it later when you discover that its driving style and performance goes hand in hand with

new manufacturing processes that help cut running costs.

The Fiat Doblò, for example, needs to be taken in for its first servicing after 20,000 km.

THE SIGNS TO HELP YOU DRIVE CORRECTLY

The signs you see on this page are very important. They highlight those parts of the handbook where, more than

anywhere else, you should stop for a minute and read carefully.

As you can see, each sign has a different symbol to make it immediately clear and easy to identify the subjects in the different areas:

Personal safety.

Important: total or partial failure to follow these instructions can place driver, passengers or others in serious danger.

Protecting the environment.

This shows you the correct procedures to follow to ensure that the vehicle does not harm the environment.

Vehicle well-being.

Important. Total or partial failure to follow these instructions will result in the risk of serious damage to the vehicle and may invalidate the warranty as well.

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SYMBOLS

Special coloured labels have been attached near or actually on some of the components of your Fiat Doblò. These labels bear symbols that remind you of the precautions to be taken as regards that particular component.

Plate A-fig. 1 summarising the symbols used can be found under the bonnet.

THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM

To further protect your vehicle from theft, it has been fitted with an engine immobilising system (Fiat CODE system) which is automatically activated when the ignition key is removed.

An electronic device, in fact, is fitted in each ignition key grip. The device transmits a radio-frequency signal when the engine is started through a special aerial built into the ignition switch. The modulate signal, which changes each time the engine is started, is the password by means of which the control unit recognises the key and enables to start the engine.

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KEYS fig. 2

The following keys are provided with

the vehicle:

– two keys A when the vehicle is not

equipped with remote control;

– key A and key B when the vehicle is equipped with door lock remote control.

– Key A is the key that is used normally. It will:

– start the engine;

– lock/unlock front doors;

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– lock/unlock the rear doors or the

tailgate;

– lock/unlock the side doors, Cargo

versions only;

– deactivate the passenger’s airbag.

The key B, with a built-in remote control, has the same functions as key A in vehicles with door lock remote control.

The CODE card fig. 3 is also supplied with the keys and bears the following:

a - the electronic code to be used for emergency starting (see “Emergency start-up” in section “In an emergency”);

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b - the mechanical key code to be given to the Fiat Dealership when ordering duplicate keys.

Keep the CODE card in a safe place.

Make sure you have the electronic code of the CODE card with you at all times in the event you have to perform an emergency start-up.

OPERATION

Each time the ignition key is turned to STOP, or PARK, the protection system will automatically immobilise the engine.

When the key is turned to MAR to start the engine:

1) if the code is recognised the ¢

(Y) warning light on the instrument panel will flash briefly; this means the protection system has recognised the key code and deactivates the immo-

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biliser, turn the key to AVV, and the engine will start.

2) If the warning light ¢ (Y) stays

on, the code was not recognised. In this case, turn the key to STOP and then back to MAR. If the engine re-

mains immobilised, try with the other key provided.

If you are still unable to start the engine, use the emergency starting procedure (see “In an emergency”) and take your vehicle to the nearest Fiat Dealership.

When the vehicle is travelling and the key is at MAR:

1) if the warning light ¢(Y) comes

on while the vehicle is moving, this means that the system is running a selftest (e.g. due to a voltage drop).

2) if the warning light ¢ (Y) flash-

es, the vehicle is not protected by the engine immobiliser. Contact a Fiat Dealership immediately and get them to store the codes of all the keys in the memory.

IMPORTANT The electronic components inside the key may be damaged if the key is subjected to sharp knocks.

IMPORTANT Each key provided with the vehicle has its own code, different from all the others, which must be stored in the memory of the system control unit.

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DUPLICATE KEYS

When additional keys are required, go to your Fiat Dealership taking all the keys in your possession and the CODE card with you. The Fiat Deal- ership will store the old and new keys (up to eight) in the system. The Fiat Dealership may ask you to demonstrate that you own the vehicle.

The codes of any keys that are not handed over when the new storage procedure is carried out will be deleted from the memory to prevent any lost or stolen keys being used to start the vehicle.

All the keys and the CODE card must be handed over to the new owner when selling the vehicle.

DOOR LOCK REMOTE CONTROL

The remote control is built into the ignition key. Press button A-fig. 4 to lock and unlock the doors.

Press button A to operate the system. LED B (where required) will flash while the transmitter is sending the code to the receiver.

The ceiling light and map-reading light will come on for the predefined time when the doors are unlocked with the remote control.

For ordering additional remote controls or replacing the batteries, see the following paragraphs.

IMPORTANT The remote control system frequency can be disturbed by significant radio transmissions outside the vehicle (e.g: mobile phones, HAM radio systems, etc.) that could cause remote control malfunctioning.

Ministerial homologation

In accordance with the legislation covering radio frequencies in force in each country, we should like to point out that:

– the market-specific homologation numbers are listed in the paragraph “Radio-frequency remote controls” in section “Technical specifications”.

– for markets requiring transmitter marking, the transmitter code is print-

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ed on the remote control.

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ORDERING ADDITIONAL

REMOTE CONTROLS

The system can recognise up to 8 keys with incorporated remote control.

If additional remote controls are required for any reasons, go to a Fiat Dealership, taking all the keys you own and the CODE card with you.

REPLACING THE BATTERIES

Change the batteries (using spare batteries of the same kind) as follows. Open the plastic case by inserting a screwdriver in recess A-fig. 5. Insert new batteries B respecting the polarity and close the plastic case.

Used batteries are harmful to the environment. They should be dis-

posed of as specified by law in the special containers provided, or take them to a Fiat Dealership, which will deal with their disposal.

SEAT BELTS

USING THE SEAT BELTS

The belt should be worn keeping the chest straight and rested against the seat back.

Take hold of the tongue A-fig. 6. Insert it into the buckle B, until you hear it clicks.

At removal, if it jams, let it rewind for a short stretch, then pull it out again without jerking.

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Never press button C

when travelling.

To unfasten the seat belts, press button C. Guide the seat belt with your hand while it is rewinding, to prevent it from twisting.

Through the reel, the belt automatically adapts to the body of the passenger wearing it, allowing freedom of movement.

When the vehicle is parked on a steep slope the reel mechanism may block; this is normal. The reel mechanism prevents the webbing coming out when it is jerked or if the vehicle brakes sharply, as in a collision or when cornering at high speed.

Every rear seat (where provided) is fitted with inertial seat belts with three anchor points and reel.

IMPORTANT Before fastening the seat belts make sure the seat is properly anchored.

7-seat versions

In the 7-seat versions, every rear seat (second and third row) is fitted with seat belts with three anchor points and reel fig. 7.

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Remember that in the case of a violent collision, back seat passengers not

wearing seat belts also represent a serious danger to the passengers in the front seats.

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ADJUSTING THE FRONT

SEAT BELT HEIGHT

Make the height adjustment when the vehicle is stationary.

Always adjust the height of the seat belt to fit the person wearing it. This could greatly reduce the risk of injury in the case of collision.

The belt is adjusted properly when the webbing passes approximately halfway between the edge of the shoulder and the neck. Four height adjustments are possible.

To raise the belt: raise loop A-fig.

8 to the required position.

To lower the belt: press knob B,

and at the same time move loop A to the required position.

Check that the seat belt is locked in position by pushing down on loop A without pressing knob B.

After you have made the adjustment, always make sure that the loop is at-

tached firmly in one of the fixed positions and cannot move. To do this, with the button released, exert a further pressure to allow

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the anchoring device to catch if release did not take place at one of the preset positions.

PRETENSIONERS

The Fiat Doblò (with passenger's air bag ) is fitted with pretensioners on the front side seats to improve the protection provided by the seat belts. These devices “feel”, that a violent collision is in progress via a sensor and pull back a few inches of webbing. In this way the pretensioner ensures that the belt is adhering perfectly to the body before the belt begins to hold back the wearer.

The seat belt locks to indicate that the device has intervened; the seat belt cannot be drawn back up even when guiding it manually.

IMPORTANT The pretensioner will give maximum protection when the seat belt adheres snugly to the wearer’s chest and hips.

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Some smoke may be produced when the pretensioners are fired. This smoke is harmless and does not indicate the principle of a fire.

The pretensioner does not require any maintenance or greasing. Anything that modifies its original conditions invalidates its efficiency. If due to unusual natural events (floods, seas storm, etc.) the device has been affected by water and mud, it must necessarily be replaced.

The pretensioner can only be used once. Following a collision that has

triggered it, have it replaced at a Fiat Dealership. Pretensioner validity is written on the plate, fig. 9, set inside the glove box. Have pretensioners replaced at a Fiat Dealership as this date approaches.

Operations involving banging, vibrations or heating (exceeding 100°C

for a maximum of 6 hours) in the area around the pretensioner may trigger or damage the device. Vibrations from rough road surfaces or accidental jolting caused by mounting pavements

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etc. do not have any effect on the pretensioner. If, however, you need any assistance, go to a Fiat Dealership.

Load limiting device

This device reduces the load with is normally exerted by the seat belts on the passenger’s shoulder and chest in a collision. It increases protection by preventing the micro traumas which are inevitable in road accidents (also in vehicles with airbags). The device is built into the belt reel.

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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE SEAT BELTS

The driver is responsible for respecting and enforcing the local rules and laws regarding the use of seat belts.

Always fasten the seat belts before starting.

For maximum safety, keep the back of your seat upright, lean back into it

and make sure the seat belt fits closely across your chest and hips. Always fasten seat belts, in front and rear seats! Travelling without seat belts increases the risk of severe and fatal injury in the event of a crash.

Under no circumstances should the components of seat belts and preten-

sioners be tampered with or removed. Any interventions should be carried out by qualified and authorised personnel. Always contact a Fiat Dealership.

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The webbing must not be twisted. The upper section must pass across

the shoulder and chest diagonally. The lower part must fit closely across the passenger’s hips, fig.

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10, and not the abdomen, to prevent them from sliding forwards. Do not use clips, fasteners etc. to prevent the belt adhering to the passenger’s body.

If the belt has been subjected to heavy stress, for example after an acci-

dent, it should be changed completely together with the anchors, anchor fastening screws and the pretensioners. In fact, even if the belt has no visible defects, it could have lost its resilience.

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Never travel with a child sitting on the passenger’s lap with a single belt to

protect them both, fig. 11. Do not fasten other objects to the body.

Seat belts must also be worn by expectant mothers: the risk of injury in the case of accident is much greater for them and their unborn child too if they do not have a seat belt on. Of course they must position the lower part of the belt very low down so that it passes under the abdomen fig. 12.

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HOW TO KEEP THE SEAT BELTS IN PROPER WORKING ORDER AT ALL TIMES

1) When wearing the seat belts, al-

ways ensure they are not twisted and are free to wind in and out.

2) Following a serious accident, replace the belt being worn at that time, even if it does not seem damaged. Always replace the seat belts if pretensioners have been activated.

3) When cleaning the belts, wash them by hand with water and neutral soap, rinse them and let them dry in the shade. Do not use strong detergents, bleach, colouring or any other chemical substance that could weaken the belt fibres.

4) Do not allow the reel mechanisms to get wet: they are only guaranteed to work properly if they remain dry.

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5) Replace the seat belt when showing significant wear or cut signs.

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TRANSPORTING CHILDREN SAFELY

SERIOUS DANGER: Never place cradle child’s seats not facing the running direction on the front seat of vehicles with passenger’s airbag, which during inflation could cause

serious injury, even mortal. You are advised to carry children always on the rear seat, as this is the most protected position in the case of a crash. In any case, child’ seats must absolutely not be fitted on the front seats of vehicles with passenger’s airbag, which during inflation could cause serious injury, even mortal, regardless of the seriousness of the crash that triggered it. Children may be placed on the front seat of vehicles fitted with passenger’s airbag deactivation. In this case, it is absolutely necessary to check the warning light Fon the instrument panel to make sure that deactivation has actually taken place (see paragraph

RONT AND SIDE AIRBAGS AT ITEMFRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG

F senger’s seat shall be adjusted in the most backward position to prevent any contact between child’s seat and dashboard.

). The front pas-

For optimal protection in the event of a crash, all passengers must be seated and wearing adequate restraint systems.

This is even more important for children.

This prescription is compulsory in all EC countries according to EC Directive 2003/20/EC.

Compared with adults, their head is proportionally larger and heavier than the rest of the body, while the muscles and bone structure are not completely developed. Therefore, correct restraint systems are necessary, other then adult seat belts.

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The results of research on the best child restraint systems are contained in the European Standard ECE-R44. This Standard enforces the use of restraint systems classified in five groups:

Group 0 0-10 kg in weight

Group 0+ 0-13 kg in weight

Group 1 weight 9-18 kg

Group 2 15-25 kg in weight

Group 3 22-36 kg in weight

The groups partially overlap. This is because there are systems which cover more than one weight group.

All restraint devices must bear the certification data, together with the control brand, on a solidly fixed label which must absolutely never be removed.

Over 1.50 m in height, from the point of view of restraint systems, children are considered as adults and wear the seat belts normally.

Lineaccessori Fiat offers seats for each weight group, which are the recommended choice, as they have been designed and experimented specifically for Fiat vehicles.

GROUP 0 and 0+

Babies up to 13 kg must be carried facing backwards on a cradle seat, which, supporting the head, does not induce stress on the neck in the event of sharp deceleration.

The cradle is restrained by the vehicle seat belts, as shown in fig. 14 and in turn it must restrain the child with its own belts.

fig. 14

The figure is only an example for mounting. Attain to the instructions

for fastening which must be enclosed with the specific child restraining system you are using.

GROUP 1

Children from 9 to 18 kg are to be seated facing forward in child seats with front cushion fig. 15. The vehicle seat belt secures both seat and child.

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The figure is only an example. Attain to the instructions for fastening

which must be enclosed with the specific child restraint system you are using.

Seats exist which are suitable for covering weight groups 0 and 1

with a rear connection to the vehicle belts and their own belts to restrain the child. Due to their size, they can be dangerous if installed incorrectly fastened to the vehicle belts with a cushion. Carefully follow the instructions for installation provided with the seat.

GROUP 2

Children from 15 to 25 kg can be secured directly with the vehicle seat belts. The seat has the purpose of positioning the child correctly with respect to the seat belt so that the diagonal section crosses the child’s chest (never the child’s throat) and the horizontal section fits snugly on the child’s hips (and not the child’s abdomen) fig.

16.

The figure is only an example. Attain to the instructions for fastening

which must be enclosed with the specific child restraint system you are using.

GROUP 3

For children from 22 kg up to 36 kg the size of the child’s chest no longer requires a support to space the child’s back from the seat back.

Fig. 17 shows proper child seat positioning on the rear seat.

Children taller than 1.50 m can wear seat belts like adults.

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Passenger seat compliance with regulations on child’s seat use

Fiat Doblò complies with the new EC Directive 2000/3/CE regulating child’s seat assembling on the different vehicle seats

according to the table below:

Group

Group 0, 0+ up to 13 kg U U X

Group 1 9 - 18 kg U U X

Group 2 15 - 25 kg U U X

Group 3 22 - 36 kg U U X

Range of weight

FRONT SEAT

Front passenger

REAR SEAT

second row

Side and central passengers

REAR SEAT

third row

Side passengers

Key:

U = suitable for child restraint systems of the “Universal” category, according to European Standard ECE-R44 for the spec-

ified “Groups”.

X = Unsuitable for children in this group.

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To sum up the safety precautions to follow when transporting children.

1) The recommended position for

installing child’s seat is on the rear seat, as it is the most protected in the case of a crash.

In vehicles fitted with passenger airbag, never place child’s restraint sys-

tems on the front seat.

2) If the passenger’s airbag is deac-

tivated always check the warning light

on the instrument panel to make

sure that it has actually been deactivated.

3) Attain to the instructions for fastening the specific child restraint system which you are using. These instructions must be provided by the manufacturer. Keep the child restraint system installation instructions with the vehicle documents and with this Handbook. Never use a child restraint system without installation instructions.

4) Always check the seat belt is well fastened by pulling the webbing.

5) Only one child is to be strapped to each retaining system.

6) Always check the seat belts do

not fit around the child’s throat.

7) While travelling, do not let the child sit incorrectly or release the belts.

8) Passengers should never carry children on their laps. No-one, however strong they are, can hold a child in the event of a crash.

9) Replace the child restraint system after an accident.

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IGNITION DEVICE

The key can be turned to 4 different

positions fig. 26:

– STOP: engine off, key can be removed, steering column locked. Some electrical devices can be worked (e.g. sound system, electric window winders).

– MAR: drive position. All electrical devices can be used.

– AVV: engine ignition.

– PARK: engine off, parking lights on, steering column locked. Press button A and turn the key to PARK.

If the ignition device is tampered with (e.g.: attempted theft), have it

checked over by a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.

When you get out of the vehicle, always remove the ignition key. This will

prevent anyone from accidentally working the controls. Remember to apply the handbrake and, if the vehicle is faced down on a steep slope engage the first gear. If it is facing up, engage the reverse gear. Never leave unsupervised children in the vehicle.

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STEERING COLUMN LOCK

To engage the lock: remove the

ignition key at STOP or PARK and turn the steering wheel until it locks.

To release the lock: rock the steering wheel slightly as you turn the ignition key to MAR.

Never remove the ignition key while the vehicle is moving. The steering

wheel would automatically lock as soon as you try to turn it. This also applies when the vehicle is being towed.

It is absolutely forbidden to carry out whatever after-market operation in-

volving steering system or steering column modifications (e.g.: installation of anti-theft device) that could badly affect performance and safety, cause the lapse of warranty and also result in non-compliance of the vehicle with homologation requirements.

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DASHBOARD

The presence and the position of the instruments and warning lights may vary according to the versions.

1 43 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

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1. Fixed side vent - 2. Adjustable side vent - 3. Horn - 4. Instrument panel - 5. Adjustable central vent - 6. Glove compartment - 7. Adjustable central vent - 8. Central controls - 9. Glove compartment - 10. Adjustable side vent - 11. Fixed side vent - 12. Front right-hand speaker housing -13. Glove compartment - 14. Heater/ventilation/climate control system controls - 15. Recirculation slider - 16. Additional power socket - 17. Glove compartment - 18. Ashtray - 19. Cigar lighter -

20. Ignition switch - 21. Steering wheel adjustment lever - 22. Bonnet opening lever - 23. Front left-hand speaker housing.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

1.4 8V - 1.3 Multijet -

1.9 Multijet versions

A - Speedometer (speed indicator)

B - Fuel level gauge with reserve

warning light

C - Engine coolant temperature gauge

and max. temperature warning light

D - Rev counter

E - Multifunction display

Warning lights

and care only

provided on Diesel versions.

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Natural Power versions

A - Rev counter. B - Engine coolant temperature

gauge and excessive temperature warning light.

C - Fuel level gauge with reserve

warning light.

D - Speedometer. E - Digital display.

Warning lights

and care only

provided on Diesel versions.

1.4 8V - 1.3 Multijet -

1.9 Multijet versions

A - Speedometer

B - Fuel level gauge with reserve

warning light.

C - Engine coolant temperature gauge and excessive temperature warning light.

D - Rev counter.

E - Digital display.

Warning lights

and care only

provided on Diesel versions.

fig. 30 - With outside temperature sensor and/or Diesel

Particulate Filter for Multijet versions.

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INSTRUMENTS

SPEEDOMETER

The speedometer A-fig. 31 - 32

shows the vehicle speed.

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REV COUNTER

Rev. counter B-fig. 33 - 34 shows

engine rpm.

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IMPORTANT The electronic system progressively blocks fuel flow to prevent engine from overrevving. This will lead to a progressive loss of engine power. When the engine is idling, the rev counter may indicate a gradual or sudden highering of the speed. This is normal as it takes place during normal operation, for example when activating the climate control system or the fan. In particular a slow change in the speed preserves the battery charge.

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FUEL LEVEL GAUGE

The needle shows the fuel present in the tank. When the fuel reserve warning light A-fig. 35 - 36 comes on (on certain versions with the dedicated message on the reconfigurable multifunction display) it means that there are approximately 5-7 litres of fuel left in the tank.

E - tank empty.

F - tank full.

Never travel with the tank almost empty: lack of fuel could damage the catalyser.

IMPORTANT The needle will point to E and the reserve warning light A will flash to indicate a fault in the system. Contact a Fiat Dealer-

ship to have the system checked.

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE

This gauge shows the temperature of the engine coolant fluid and begins working when the fluid temperature exceeds approx. 50 °C.

Under normal conditions, the needle should move to different positions of the scale according to the working conditions and engine cooling conditions.

C - Low engine coolant temperature H - High engine coolant temperature

Warning light B-fig. 35 - 37 comes on (on certain versions with the dedicated message on the reconfigurable multifunction display) to indicate that engine coolant temperature is too high; in this event stop the engine and contact Fiat Dealership.

If the needle reaches the red area, stop the engine immediately and contact

a Fiat Dealership.

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DIGITAL DISPLAY

“STANDARD” SCREEN fig. 38

The standard screen shows the fol-

lowing indications:

A - Headlight aiming position display

(with dipped beam headlights on).

B - Clock (always displayed, also with

key removed and front doors closed).

C - Odometer (km or miles cov-

ered).

CONTROL BUTTONS fig. 39

A - Clock.

CLOCK fig. 39

To adjust the clock press button A. The clock will advance by one unit each time the button is pressed. Press the button and hold it down for a few seconds to rapidly advance the time automatically. When the clock draws near to the correct time, release the button and complete the regulation manually.

WARNING LIGHT TEST fig. 40

The following warning lights are test-

ed:

– handbrake on/low brake fluid lev-

el;

– ABS and EBD system (where pro-

vided);

This tests are carried out automatically when turning the ignition key to MAR and during normal operation when a fault is found. At the end of the initial check, the display will show failures, if any (through one or more warning lights) by the wording “LEd Error” flashing for about 10 seconds.

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MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY

STANDARD SCREEN fig. 41

The standard screen shows the fol-

lowing indications:

A - Headlight aiming position display

(with dipped beam headlights on).

B - Clock.

C - Odometer (km or miles cov-

ered).

Note With ignition key removed, when opening one of the front doors the display comes on showing the clock and km/mi covered for a few seconds.

CLOCK fig. 42

To adjust the clock press button A to increase minutes and button B to decrease minutes. The clock will advance by one unit each time the button is pressed. Press the button and hold it down for a few seconds to rapidly advance the time automatically. When the clock draws near to the correct time, release the button and complete the regulation manually.

WARNING LIGHT TEST fig. 43

The following warning lights are test-

ed:

– handbrake on/low brake fluid lev-

el;

– ABS and EBD system (where pro-

vided);

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RECONFIGURABLE MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY (where provided)

The vehicle can be provided with the reconfigurable multifunction display that shows useful information, according to the previous settings made, necessary when driving.

“STANDARD” SCREEN fig. 44

The standard screen shows the following indications:

A - Date

B - Odometer (km or miles covered)

C - Clock

D - External temperature (where

provided)

E - Headlight aiming position (only

with dipped beam headlights on).

Note With key removed, when opening one of the front doors, the display will turn on and show for a few seconds the clock and the km or mi covered.

CONTROL BUTTONS fig. 45

+ To scroll the displayed menu and

the related options upwards or to increase the value displayed .

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MODE Brief press to open the

menu and/or to move to next screen or to confirm the the option required.

Long press to go back to the standard screen.

– To scroll the displayed menu and the related options downwards or to decrease the value displayed.

Note Buttons + and – activate different functions according to the following situations:

To adjust light inside the passenger compartment

– when standard screen is active, to adjust brightness inside the passenger compartment.

Setup menu

– to scroll the menu options up-

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wards and downwards;

– to increase or decrease values during settings.

fig. 44

fig. 45

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SETUP MENU

The menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a “circular fashion” which can be selected through buttons + and – to access the different select operations and settings (setup) given in the following paragraphs.

The setup menu can be activated by pressing briefly button MODE.

Single presses on buttons + or – will scroll the setup menu options.

Handling modes differ with each other according to the characteristic of the option selected.

Selecting a menu option

– press briefly button MODE to select the menu option to set;

– press buttons + or – (by single presses) to select the new setting;

– press briefly button MODE to store the new setting and to go back to the previously selected menu option.

Selecting “Set Date” and “Set time”:

– briefly press button MODE to select the first value to change (e.g. hours /minutes or year / month / day);

– press buttons + or – (by single presses) to select the new setting;

– briefly press button MODE to store the new setting and to go to the next setup menu option, if this is the last one you will go back to the previously selected option of the main menu.

Press button MODE for long:

– to quit the setup menu and to save only the settings stored yet by the user (and confirmed by pressing briefly button MODE).

The setup menu displaying is timed; when quitting the menu due to timing expiry, only settings stored yet by the user (and confirmed by pressing briefly button MODE) will be saved.

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Example:

Italiano

Türkçe

Nederland

Polski

MODE

briefly press button

Deutsch

Português

–

BUTTON VOL.

English

Español

Français

–

SERVICE

Briefly press button MODE to start surfing from the standard screen. To surf the menu use buttons + or –.

Note For safety reasons, when the vehicle is running, it is possible to access only the reduced menu (for setting the “Speed Beep”). When the vehicle is stationary access to the whole menu is enabled. On vehicles equipped with Connect Nav+ many functions are displayed on the navigator display.

–

EXIT MENU

SPEED BEEP

Example:

Day

Year

–

TRIP B

–

SET TIME

CLOCK MODE

–

Month

MODE

briefly press button

–

SET DATE

–

AUTOCLOSE

–

BUZZER VOL.

–

LANG.

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DIST. UNIT

–

TEMP. UNIT

–

CONS.

–

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Speed limit (Speed Beep)

With this function it is possible to set the vehicle speed limit (km/h or mph), when this limit is exceeded the driver is immediately alerted (see section “Warning lights and messages”).

To set the speed limit, proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MODE: (Off) will flash on the display;

– press button +: (On) will flash on the display;

– briefly press button MODE and then + or – to set the required speed (during setting the value flashes).

Note The possible setting is between 30 and 250 km/h, or between 20 and 155 mph depending on the unit set previously (see “Distance unit (Dist. Unit)” paragraph described later. Every press on button + / – in- creases/decreases by 5 units. Keeping the button + / – pressed obtains the automatic fast increase or decrease. When you are near the required setting complete adjustment by single presses.

– briefly press button MODE to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

To cancel the setting, proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MODE: (On) will flash on the display;

– press button –: (Off) will flash on the display;

– briefly press button MODE to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Trip B On/Off (Trip B)

Through this option it is possible to activate (On) or deactivate (Off) the Trip B (partial trip).

For further details see paragraph

“Trip computer”.

For activation / deactivation, proceed

as follows:

– briefly press button MODE: (On) or (Off) will flash on the display (according to previous setting);

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MODE to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Set clock (Set clock)

This function enables to set the clock.

To set the clock (hours - minutes) proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MODE: “hours” will flash on the display;

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– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MODE: “min-

utes” will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting.

Note Every press on the button + or – increases/decreases by one unit. Keeping the button pressed obtains automatic fast increase/decrease. When you are near the required setting complete adjustment by single presses.

– briefly press button MODE to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Clock mode (Clck. Mode)

This function is used to set the clock in the 12h (12 hours) or 24h (24 hours) mode.

For setting proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MODE 12h or 24h will flash on the display (according to previous setting);

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MODE to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Set date (Adjust Date)

This function enables to update the date (year - month - day).

To correct the date proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MODE: “year” will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MODE: “month” will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MODE: “day” will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting.

– briefly press button MODE to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

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Automatic door locking with vehicle running (Autoclose) (where provided)

When activated (On), this function locks automatically the doors when the vehicle speed exceeds 20 km/h.

To activate (On) or to deactivate (Off) this function proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MODE: On or Off will flash on the display (according to previous setting);

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MODE to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

“Distance” unit (Dist. Unit)

With this function it is possible to set

the unit in km or mi.

To set the required unit proceed as

follows:

– briefly press button MODE: km or mi will flash on the display (according to previous setting);

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MODE to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

“Consumption” unit (Cons.)

If the distance unit set is km (see previous paragraph) the display will enable to set the fuel consumption unit (km/l or l/100km).

If the distance unit set is mi (see previous paragraph) fuel consumption will be displayed in mpg.

To set the required unit proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MODE: km/l or l/100km will flash on the display (according to previous setting);

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MODE to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

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“Temperature” unit (Temp. Unit) (where provided)

This function enables to set the tem-

perature unit (°C or °F).

To set the required unit proceed as

follows:

– briefly press button MODE: °C or °F will flash on the display (according to previous setting);

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MODE to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Selecting the language (Lang.)

Display messages can be shown in different languages: Italian, German, English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Polish and Dutch.

To set the required language proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MODE: the previously set “language” will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MODE to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Adjusting the failure/warning buzzer volume (Buzzer Vol.)

With this function the volume of the buzzer accompanying any failure/warning indication can be adjusted according to 8 levels.

To adjust the volume proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MODE: the previously set volume “level” will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MODE to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

Adjusting the button volume (Button Vol.)

With this function the volume of the roger-beep accompanying the activation of buttons MODE, + and – can

be adjusted according to 8 levels.

To adjust the volume proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MODE: the previously set volume “level” will flash on the display;

– press button + or – for setting;

– briefly press button MODE to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings.

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Scheduled Servicing (Service)

Through this function it is possible to display information connected to proper vehicle servicing.

Proceed as follows:

– briefly press button MODE: service in km or mi, according to previous setting, will be displayed (see paragraph “Distance unit”);

– press button + or – to select displaying in days;

– briefly press button MODE to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen.

Note The “Service schedule” includes vehicle maintenance every 20,000 km (or 12,000 mi) or every year; this is shown automatically, with the ignition key at MAR, starting from 2,000 km (or 1,240 mi) or 30 days from this deadline and it is shown again every 200 km (or 124 mi) or 3 days. Below 200 km servicing indications are displayed more frequently. As concerns 1.3 Multijet versions, change air cleaner, engine oil and engine oil filter at the intervals specified in the Ser-

vice schedule, see section “Vehicle maintenance”. Service indications will be displayed km or mi according to previous unit setting. When a programmed maintenance interval (coupon) is near to come, turning the ignition key to MAR, the display will show the message “Service” followed by the number of km/mi to go before vehicle servicing. “Scheduled servicing” message is displayed in km/mi or days according to the approaching service interval. Contact Fiat Dealership to carry out any service operation provided by the “Service schedule” or “Annual inspection schedule”, and to reset the display.

Exit Menu

This is the last function that closes the circular setting cycle listed in the initial menu screen.

Briefly press button MODE to go back to the standard screen.

Press button – to return to the first menu option (Speed Beep).

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TRIP COMPUTER

General features

The “Trip computer” displays information (with ignition key at MAR, relating to the operating status of the vehicle. This function comprises the “General trip” concerning the complete mission of the vehicle and “Trip B” (on reconfigurable multifunction display only) concerning the partial vehicle mission. This function (as shown in fig. 48) is contained within the complete mission.

Both functions are resettable (reset

- start of new mission).

“General Trip” displays the figures relating to:

– Range

– Trip distance

– Average consumption

– Instant consumption (present on

multifunction display and reconfigurable multifunction display)

– Average speed

– Travel time (driving time).

“Trip B”, available on reconfigurable multifunction display only, shall be used to display the figures relating to:

– Trip distance B

– Average consumption B

– Average speed B

– Travel time B (driving time).

Note The “Trip B” function can be excluded (see paragraph “Trip B On/Off”). “Range to empty” cannot be reset.

VALUES DISPLAYED

Range (*)

This value shows the distance in km (or mi) that the vehicle can still cover before needing fuel, assuming that driving conditions are kept unvaried. The display will show “——” in the following cases:

– value lower than 50 km (or 30 mi)

– vehicle left parked with engine running for long.

(*) On Natural Power versions, for petrol con-

sumption only.

Trip distance

This value shows the distance covered from the start of the new mission.

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Average consumption (*)

This value shows the average consumption from the start of the new mission.

(*) On Natural Power versions, for petrol con-

sumption only.

Instant consumption

This value shows instant fuel consumption (this value is updated second by second). If parking the vehicle with engine on, the display will show “----”.

Average speed

This value shows the vehicle average speed as a function of the overall time elapsed since the start of the new mission.

Travel time

This value shows the time elapsed

since the start of the new mission.

IMPORTANT Lacking information, Trip computer values are displayed with “----” When normal operating condition is reset, calculation of different units will restart regularly. Values displayed before the failure will not be reset.

TRIP button fig. 46 and fig. 47 (Natural Power versions)

Button TRIP shall be used (with ignition key at MAR), to display and to reset the previously described values to start a new mission:

– short push to display the different values

– long push to reset and then start a new mission.

New mission

Reset can be:

– “manual” resetting by the user, by

pressing the relevant button;

– “automatic” resetting, when the

“Trip distance” reaches 3999.9 km or

9999.9 km (according to the type of display) or when the “Travel time” reaches 99.59 (99 hours and 59 minutes);

– after disconnecting/reconnecting

the battery.

IMPORTANT The reset operation in the presence of the screens concerning the “General Trip” will also reset the “Trip B”. The reset operation in the presence of the screens concerning the “Trip B” makes it possible to reset only the information associated with this function.

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Start of journey procedure

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With ignition key at MAR, press and keep button TRIP pressed for over 2 seconds to reset.

fig. 46

fig. 48

Reset GENERAL TRIP

End of complete mission

Start of new mission

TRIP B

Reset TRIP B

End of partial mission

Start of new partial mission

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fig. 47

GENERAL TRIP

Reset TRIP B

End of partial mission

Start of new

partial mission

TRIP B

Reset TRIP B

End of partial mission

Start of new

partial mission

Reset GENERAL TRIP

End of complete mission

Start of new mission

TRIP B

Reset TRIP B

End of partial mission

Start of new

partial mission

WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES

GENERAL INFORMATION

Turning on of warning light is accompanied by specific message and/or by buzzer sound where provided by instrument panel. These indications are concise and cautionary and shall not be considered as exhaustive and/or as an alternative to the specifications contained in this Owner Handbook which shall always be read through carefully and thoroughly. In case of failure indication always re-

fer to the specifications contained in this section.

IMPORTANT Failure indications

displayed are divided into two categories: very serious and less seri-

ous failures.

Very serious failures are indicated

by a warning “cycle” repeated until failure is eliminated.

Less serious failures are indicated by a limited warning “cycle”.

The warning cycle of both failure categories can be stopped by pressing button MODE. The instrument panel warning light will stay on until eliminating the fault.

LOW BRAKE

(red)

Turning the ignition key to MAR the warning light turns on, but it should go off after few seconds.

Low brake fluid level

The warning light turns on when the level of the brake fluid in the reservoir falls below the minimum level, due to possible leak in the circuit.

FLUID LEVEL (red)

HANDBRAKE ON

On certain versions the dedicated

message is displayed.

If the warning light turns on when travelling (on certain versions to-

gether with the message on the display) stop the vehicle immediately and contact Fiat Dealership.

Handbrake on

The warning light turns on when the

handbrake is on.

On certain versions, if the vehicle is

moving the buzzer will also sound.

IMPORTANT If the warning light turns on when travelling, check that the handbrake is not engaged.

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AIR BAG FAILURE

The warning light stays on glowing steadily if there is a failure in the air bag system.

On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed.

turn on or stays on when travelling there could be a failure in safety systems; in this event air bags or pretensioners could not trigger in case of impact or, in a minor number of cases, they could trigger accidentally. Contact Fiat Dealership immediately to have the system checked.

(red) (where provided)

Turning the ignition key to MAR the warning light turns on, but it should go off after few seconds.

If when turning the ignition key to MAR, the warning light

does not

The failure of the warning light ¬(warning light off) is also indicated by

the flashing for more than the normal 4 seconds of the passenger’s front air bag deactivated warning light F.

HIGH TEMPERATURE ENGINE COOLANT

FLUID (red)

Turning the ignition key to MAR the warning light turns on, but it should go off after few seconds.

The warning light turns on when the engine is overheated.

If the warning light comes on, proceed as follows:

– normal driving conditions: stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and check whether the water level in the reservoir is not below the MIN mark.

Otherwise wait for few seconds to allow the engine cooling, then open slowly and carefully the cap, top up coolant and check whether its level is falling between MIN and MAX marks in the reservoir. Check visually any leak. If, when restarting, the warning light comes on again, contact Fiat Dealership.

– vehicle heavy duty (e.g.: towing trailer uphill of fully laden vehicle): decrease speed, if the warning light stays on, stop the vehicle. Wait for 2 or 3 minutes leaving the engine on and slightly accelerated to further activate the circulation of the coolant fluid, then switch the engine off. Check proper coolant level as described previously.

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IMPORTANT Under severe use of

the vehicle, keep the engine on and slightly accelerated for few minutes before switching it off. On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed.

LOW BATTERY

to MAR the warning light turns on, but it should go out as soon as the engine is started (with the engine running at idle speed a brief delay in going out is allowed).

If the warning light stays on, contact

immediately Fiat Dealership.

The turning on at the same time of warning lights gine running indicates an EBD system failure or that the system is unavailable; in this case heavy braking may cause the rear wheels to lock before time, with the possibility of skidding.

CHARGE (red)

Turning the ignition key

EBD

FAILURE (red) (amber)

and >with the en-

Drive with the utmost care to the nearest Fiat Dealership to have the system checked.

On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed.

LOW ENGINE

EXHAUST OIL (Multijet versions) (red)

Low engine oil pressure

Turning the ignition key to MAR the warning light turns on, but it should go out as soon as the engine is started.

On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed.

versions together with the message on the display) stop the engine immediately and contact a Fiat Dealership.

OIL PRESSURE (red)

If the warning light turns on when the vehicle is travelling (on certain

Exhaust oil (Multijet versions)

The warning light with turn on flashing together with the message on the display when the system detects that the engine oil is exhaust.

After the initial signalling, each time the engine is started, the ing light will continue to flash cyclically for 3 minutes with intervals of 5 seconds with the warning light OFF until the oil is changed.

If warning light flashing, go to a Fiat Dealership immediately to

have the engine oil changed and the warning light in the instrument panel will go out. Failure to do so may adversely affect the validity of the warranty.

SEAT BELTS NOT

al turns on glowing steadily with vehicle stationary and driver’s or passenger’s seat belt not fastened correctly. The warning light will turn on flashing when, with vehicle moving, driver’s or passenger’s seat belt are not fastened correctly.

FASTENED (red)

The warning light on the di-

warn-

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INCOMPLETE

On certain versions the warning light turns on when one or more doors or the tailgate are not properly shut.

On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed; symbols indicate respectively left / right door open.

A buzzer will sound when doors/tailgate are open and the vehicle is moving (only for versions with reconfigurable multifunction display).

DOOR LOCKING (red)

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INJECTION SYSTEM

EOBD SYSTEM FAILURE (petrol versions - amber)

Injection system failure

Turning the ignition key to MAR the warning light turns on but it should go off after engine starting.

If the warning light stays on or turns on when travelling, means a fault in the supply/ignition system which could cause high emissions at the exhaust, possible lack of performance, poor handling and high consumption levels.

On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed.

In these conditions it is possible to continue driving without however requiring heavy effort or high speed from the engine. In any case, contact Fiat

Dealership as soon as possible.

FAILURE (Multijet versions amber)

EOBD engine control system failure

Under normal conditions, turning the ignition key to MAR, the warning light turns on, but it should go out as soon as the engine is started. The initial turning on indicates that the warning light is working properly. If the warning light stays on or turns on when travelling:

– glowing steadily: means a fault in the supply/ignition system which could cause high emissions at the exhaust, possible lack of performance, poor handling and high consumption levels.

On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed.

In these conditions it is possible to continue driving without however requiring heavy effort or high speed from the engine. Prolonged use of the vehicle with the warning light on may cause damages. Contact Fiat Deal- ership as soon as possible. The warning light goes off if the fault disappears, but it is still stored by the system.

– flashing: indicates the possibility of damage to the catalyst (see “EOBD system” in this section).

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If the light flashes, it is necessary to release the accelerator pedal to lower the speed of the engine until the warning light stops flashing; continue the journey at moderate speed, trying to avoid driving conditions that may cause further flashing and contact Fi-

at Dealership as soon as possible.

If, turning the ignition

key to MAR, the warning light U does not turn on

or if it turns on glowing steadily or flashing when travelling (on certain versions together with the message on the display), contact Fiat Dealership as soon as possible. Warning light U oper- ation can be checked by traffic agents by proper equipment. Comply with laws and regulations of the country where you are driving.

FUEL RESERVE

MAR the warning light turns on, but it should go off after few seconds.

The warning light turns on when

about 5-7 litres fuel are left in the tank.

IMPORTANT The warning light flashes to indicate a failure, contact Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have the system checked.

On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed.

(amber)

Turning the ignition key to

INEFFICIENT ABS

to MAR the warning light turns on, but it should go off after few seconds.

The warning light turns on when the system is inefficient or unavailable. In this case the braking system keeps its effectiveness unchanged, but without the potential offered by the ABS system. Caution is advisable and it is necessary to contact Fiat Dealership.

On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed.

SYSTEM (amber)

Turning the ignition key

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FRONT

Warning light front passenger’s air bag is deactivated.

With front passenger’s air bag on, turning the ignition key to MAR, warning light for about 4 seconds, it flashes for other 4 seconds and then it shall go off.

by intermittent flashing, over 4 seconds, of warning light F. In this event warning light ¬ indicates that there could be a failure in safety systems. Contact Fiat Dealership immediately to have the system checked.

PASSENGER’S AIR BAG DEACTIVATED (amber)

comes on when

comes on steadily

Warning light

cates also warning light ¬ failures. This is indicated

indi-

GLOW PLUG

GLOW PLUG WARMING FAILURE (Multijet versions - amber)

Spark plug pre-heating

Turning the ignition key to MAR, the warning light turns on and it will turn off when glow plugs reach the preset temperature. Start the engine immediately after warning light switching off.

IMPORTANT With hot ambient temperature, warning light stays on for very short time.

Glow plug warming failure

The warning light turns on when there is a failure in the glow plug warming system. Contact Fiat Deal- ership as soon as possible.

On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed.

WARMING (Multijet versions - amber)

WATER IN DIESEL

Turning the ignition key to MAR the warning light turns on, but it should go off after few seconds. The warning light in the diesel fuel filter. On certain versions the warning light èturns on and the display shows a dedicated message.

FUEL FILTER (Multijet versions amber)

turns on when there is water

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The presence of water in the fuel circuit may cause serious damage to the en-

tire injection system and cause irregular engine operation. If the warning light cor èturns on (on certain versions together with the message on the display) contact Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have the system relieved. If the above indications come on immediately after refuelling, water has probably been poured into the tank: turn the engine off immediately and contact Fiat Dealership.

VEHICLE

¢ Y

Turning the key to MAR the warning light shall flash only once and then go off.

If with the ignition key at MAR, the warning light stays on, this indicates a possible failure (see “Fiat Code system” in section “Dashboard and controls”).

IMPORTANT The turning on at the same time of the warning lights and Yindicates a failure of the Fiat CODE system.

If with the engine running the warning light the vehicle is not protected by the engine inhibitor device (see “Fiat Code system” in section “Dashboard and controls”).

Contact Fiat Dealership to have all the key memorised.

PROTECTION SYSTEM FAILURE FIAT CODE (amber)

flashes, this means that

HEATED REAR

(

on when switching the heated rear window on.

lights is failing:

– sidelights

– brake lights (third brake light ex-

cluded)

– rear fog guards

– direction indicators

– number plate lights.

WINDOW (amber)

The warning light turns

EXTERNAL LIGHT FAILURE (amber)

The warning light turns on

when one of the following

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The failure referring to these lights could be: one or more blown bulbs, a blown protection fuse or an electric connection cut-off.

On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed; symbols indicate respectively the left / right side.

REAR FOG LIGHTS

turned on.

(amber)

The warning light turns on

when the rear fog lights are

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DIESEL

1.9 Multijet 120 HP versions) (Amber)

The warning light turns on when the diesel particulate filter is clogged and the driving conditions do not enable to activate automatically the reclaiming procedure.

To enable the cleaning procedure, keep the vehicle running until the warning light turns off.

The display will show the dedicated message.

display to indicate that the cleaning procedure cannot be performed, contact Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.

PARTICULATE

FILTER CLOGGED

(1.3 Multijet 85 HP and

Warning light Uturns on together with the dedicated message on the

GENERIC

The warning light turns on in the fol-

lowing circumstances.

Engine oil pressure sensor failure

The warning light comes on when the engine oil pressure sensor is faulty. Contact Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.

On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed.

Speed limit exceeded

The display will show the dedicated message when the vehicle exceeds the set speed limit (see “Reconfigurable Multifunction Display” in this section).

On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed.

FAILURE

INDICATION

(amber)

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Diesel fuel filter sensor failure

The warning light comes on when the diesel fuel filter sensor is faulty. Contact Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.

On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed.

Water in diesel fuel filter

See what described for warning light

SIDELIGHTS

FOLLOW ME HOME (green)

Side/taillights and low beams

The warning light turns on when side/taillights or low beams are turned on.

AND LOW BEAMS (green)

Follow me home

The warning light will turn when this device is active (see “Follow me home” in section “Dashboard and controls”).

The display will show the dedicated message.

FRONT FOG

on when the front fog lights are turned on.

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.

LIGHTS (green)

The warning light turns

LEFT-HAND

DIRECTION

INDICATOR (green -

intermittent)

RIGHT-HAND

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.

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.

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.

DIRECTION

INDICATOR (green -

intermittent)

LEFT-HAND AND RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR (green intermittent) (Natural Power versions)

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MAIN BEAMS (blue)

POSSIBLE PRESENCE OF ICE ON THE ROAD (versions with reconfigurable multifunction display)

This indication starts flashing when the outside temperature reaches or falls below 3°C to warn the driver of the possible presence of ice on the road.

The display will show the dedicated message.

LIMITED RANGE (versions with reconfigurable multifunction display)

The display will show the dedicated message to warn the driver that the cruising range is less than 50 km.

The warning light turns on

when the main beams are

turned on.

INDIVIDUAL SETTINGS

DRIVER’S SEAT

Only make adjustments when the vehicle is stationary.

Moving the seat backwards or forwards

Lift the lever A-fig. 50 and push the seat forwards or backwards. You are in the correct position for driving when your hands are resting on the steering wheel rim and your arms are slightly bent.

Once you have released the lever, check that the seat is firmly locked in the

runners by trying to move it back and forth. Failure to lock the seat in place could result in the seat moving suddenly and dangerously.

Adjusting the reclining seat back

Lift lever E-fig. 50.

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Driver’s seat with armrest and adjustable lumbar support fig. 51

The armrest can be lifted or lowered

The lumbar support can be adjusted

to better support you back. Turn knob

G to adjust.

Electrically heated driver’s seat fig. 50

Press button B to switch the seat

heating on and off.

The LED on the button will light up

when the function is on.

Height adjustment

Move lever C-fig. 50 upwards to raise the front seat section and move lever D upwards to raise the rear seat

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section. Move the levers downwards to lower the seat.

IMPORTANT The seat shall not be occupied when raising, whereas you must be seated when lowering it.

Only make adjustments when the vehicle is stationary.

FIXED PASSENGER SEAT

Adjusting the reclining seat back

Lift lever A-fig. 52.

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fig. 51

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SLIDING PASSENGER SEAT

Adjusting the reclining seat back

Lift lever A-fig. 52.

Moving the seat backwards or forwards

Lift lever B-fig. 53 and push the seat

backwards or forwards.

Once you have released the lever, check that the seat is firmly locked in the

runners by trying to move it back and forth. Failure to lock the seat in place could result in the seat moving suddenly and dangerously.

FOLDING FRONT PASSENGER SEAT

Folding the seat back

Lift lever A-fig. 54 to fold the seat

back and obtain a tabletop.

Tipping the seat

To tip the seat and make more space in the passenger compartment proceed as follows:

– tip the seat as described previously;

– use lever B-fig. 55 to tip the whole seat forward;

– lock the seat using the special rod A-fig. 56 and fitting it into slot B on the seat.

To return the seat to normal position, release rod A and then raise the seat.

IMPORTANT When folded, the seat shall be anchored by the proper rod ‘ to prevent its violent returning to original position when accelerating.

fig. 53

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fig. 54

PARTITIONS

Fixed panel partition

Certain Fiat Doblò Cargo panelled

versions fit a fully panelled partition.

fig. 55

Fixed partition with window

Certain Fiat Doblò Cargo panelled versions fit a fixed panel with central window through which stability of the load in the compartment can be checked.

Driver’s protection ladder

Certain Fiat Doblò Cargo versions fit a fixed ladder for protecting the driver if the load in the compartment is

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unstable.

Double ladder

Certain Fiat Doblò Cargo versions fit a split ladder for protecting the driving if the load in the compartment is unstable and allows to extend loading space on passenger side.

Fastening the ladder: Tip the seat as described previously, release the ladder C-fig. 57 from its housing using lever E and fasten it to handle D- fig. 58 on the seat. Make sure it is fastened well.

IMPORTANT When folded, the seat shall be anchored to the ladder to prevent its violent returning to the original position when accelerating.

fig. 56

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Releasing the ladder: press button E-fig. 59 to release the ladder from the handle D. Reposition the ladder in its original position. Tip the seat by lowering the cushion and lifting the seat back. Make sure that the seat is locked.

The ladder shall only be tilted with the vehicle stationary and the door

open.

ACCESSING THE REAR SEATS

Versions with one sliding side door (on passenger side)

From passenger’s side: open the

sliding side door.

From driver’s side: pull handle F-

fig. 59a upwards to tip the seat back.

Once you have let go of the lever, check that the seat is firmly locked in the runners by trying to move it back and forth.

In the event of an emergency, you can get out of the rear seats from the

driver’s side by tilting the driver’s seat.

Versions with two sliding side doors

Open either of the two sliding side

doors to access the rear seats.

You cannot open the left-hand sliding side door while refuelling when the

flap is open (see “At the filling station” in this section).

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fig. 59

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fig. 59a

7-seat versions

To access the third row:

– open the side sliding door;

– lower the head restraints (if set in the normal position of use) (see paragraph “Head restraints”);

– release lever A-fig. 59b and fold the seat forward onto the cushion;

– raise the whole cushion fig. 59c.

To get out of the vehicle, reverse the above operations and make sure head restraints are lowered.

IMPORTANT It is forbidden to travel with the second row seats tipped and third row seats set in normal position of use. More particularly, if the central seat of the second row is tipped and that of the third row is set in normal position of use, a buzzer will sound to indicate the wrong seat position.

It is absolutely forbidden to travel with the second row seats tipped and pas-

sengers seated on the third row seats (as specified on the seat label).

TAILGATE EMERGENCY OPENING

On versions with front seats that do not fold over, there is an opening device inside the tailgate to allow the occupants to evacuate the rear seats in an emergency. To unlock the tailage, operate device A illustrated in the fig. 60 from inside the load compartment.

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fig. 59b

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fig. 59c

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HEAD RESTRAINTS

Front seats

According to the version, the head

restraints can be:

– fixed fig. 61;

– adjustable in height fig. 61a.

fig. 61

To adjust, move the head restraint

upwards or downwards until it clicks.

Make sure it is properly locked in

place.

Fixed head restraints cannot be re-

moved.

Rear seats, 5-seat versions

The height of the rear head (where provided) restraints can be adjusted fig. 62.

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To remove the rear head restraints, remove the rear window shelf (see “Boot” in this chapter), press buttons A-fig. 62 by the side of the stands and pull the head restraint upwards.

Remember that the head restraints should be adjusted to support the

back of your head and not your neck. Only if they are in this position will they be able to provide effective protection.

Rear seats, 7-seat versions

Head restraints for rear seats are mobile fig. 62a. To use head restraints, raise them from non-use position (1) to use position (2). To set them back to “non-use position” (1), press the outer button A-fig. 62b and push down the head restraint. Rear head restraints can be removed; to remove them: press buttons A and B and then raise them to complete removal.

fig. 61a

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fig. 62

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fig. 62a

Only make adjustments when the vehicle is stationary.

The particular head restraint shape voluntarily interferes with the passenger’s back leaning on the rear seat in order to force him/her to lift the head restraint and use it correctly.

IMPORTANT Rear passengers shall always set head restraints to position (2) when travelling.

HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE STEERING WHEEL

In certain versions, the steering

wheel can be adjusted vertically:

1) Move lever A-fig. 63 to position

2) Adjust the steering wheel.

3) Take the lever back to position 2

to fasten the steering wheel.

Only make adjustments when the vehicle is stationary.

DRIVING MIRROR

This mirror can be adjusted by

means of lever A-fig. 64

1) anti-dazzle position.

2) normal position.

The mirror is also fitted with a safety device that releases the mirror in the event of an impact.

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fig. 62b

fig. 63

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A B

DOOR MIRRORS

Manual adjustment from the outside fig. 65

Open the window and move mirror

A directly with your hands.

Manual adjustment from the inside fig. 66

Turn knob A from inside the vehicle.

If the mirror makes it difficult to get through narrow gaps, fold it from

position 1 to position 2.

Electrical adjustment fig. 67

This operation is only possible with

ignition key at MAR.

Press switch A in the four directions

to adjust the mirror as required.

Use switch B to select the mirror (left-hand or right-hand) you want to adjust.

You should adjust the mirrors when the vehicle is stationary and with the handbrake engaged.

The electrical mirror demisting device will be switched on automatically with the heated rear window.

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fig. 65

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fig. 66

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fig. 67

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HEATING AND VENTILATION SYSTEM

B AB CCA

Fig. 68 - Version with central unit

A. Fixed side vents - B. Adjustable side vents - C. Adjustable central vents

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B AB CCA

Fig. 69 - Version with central tunnel

A. Fixed side vents - B. Adjustable side vents - C. Adjustable central vents - D. Rear seat lower vents.

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CENTRAL VENTS fig. 70

B A

B CA

A - Left-hand rocking vent.

B - Left-hand rocking vent.

Press and turn vents A and B directly

to adjust the air flow and direction.

fig. 70

SIDE VENTS fig. 71

A - Adjustable vent: press as shown

by the arrow and direct as required.

B - Fixed side window vent.

CONTROLS fig. 72

A - Fan knob.

B - Recirculation slider, to cut out

outside air.

C - Air temperature knob (warm/cool

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air mixer).

D - Air distribution knob.

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CLIMATIC COMFORT

Air distribution

Knob D-fig. 72 directs the air inside the passenger compartment according to five levels:

¥ conveys the air to the central and

side vents directly to the body (face/chest);

μ conveys warmer air to the lower

vents and cooler air to the central vents and dashboard vents (bilevel);

w exploits the characteristic of

warm air to move upwards ensuring a faster warming of the passenger compartment;

≤ ensures good passenger compart-

ment warming and prevents misting up at the same time;

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fig. 71

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- all the air is conveyed to the wind-

screen and front side windows for demisting and defrosting.

The distribution levels are graphical-

ly illustrated in the following figures.

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F0A0708b

fig. 73

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fig. 74

fig. 75

fig. 76

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Heating

1) Air temperature knob C: point-

er in the red sector.

2) Fan knob A: pointer at the re-

quired speed.

3) Air distribution knob D: pointer

at ≤ to warm the feet and demist the

windscreen at the same time;

μ to convey air to the feet and cool-

er air to the central vents and dashboard vents;

w for fast heating.

Fast heating

1) Close the vents on the dashboard.

2) Air temperature knob A: point-

er at - in the red sector.

3) Fan knob A at fourth speed,

pointer at 4-.

4) Air temperature knob D: point-

er at w.

Demisting and defrosting the windscreen and the front side windows

This function - called max-def - is obtained by turning the control pointers to the orange symbols, specifically:

1) Air temperature knob A: point-

er at - in the red sector.

2) Fan knob B

: pointer at top speed

4-.

3) Air distribution knob D: pointer

at -.

4) Slider B at Y.

After demisting and/or defrosting, operate the controls to restore the required comfort.

To prevent misting up:

IMPORTANT If the outside air is very damp, if it is raining and/or if there is a considerable difference between temperature inside and outside the vehicle, prevent the windows from misting up as follows:

– slider B at Y;

– air temperature knob C: pointer at

- in the red sector;

– fan knob A at second speed or faster, pointer at 2;

– air distribution knob D: pointer at

-; switch to ≤ if the windows start misting up.

If the vehicle has a climate control system, you are recommended to adjust the controls as described above and press button A-fig. 78 to speed up the demisting process.

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Demisting and defrosting the

B CA

rear window/s

Press button (. The electric mirror

demisting device also comes on.

Warning light 1 on the instrument

panel will turn on.

You are advised to switch the button

off as soon as the rear window is clear.

Ventilation

1) Centre and side vents: complete-

ly open.

2) Air temperature knob C: point-

er in the blue sector.

3) Slider B at Y.

4) Fan knob A: pointer at the re-

quired speed.

5) Air distribution knob D: pointer

at ¥.

Recirculation

With the slider B at T the inter-

nal air is recirculated.

IMPORTANT This function is particularly useful when the outside air is heavily polluted (in a traffic jam, tunnel, etc.) and when running on dusty roads. You are advised against using this function for long periods, however, especially if there are a lot of people in the vehicle or on cold or rainy days since the windows could mist up effecting visibility and driving.

MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (where provided)

The climate control system is ad-

justed manually.

CONTROLS fig. 78

A - Knob for operating the fan and

switching the climate control system on and off.

The climate control system can on-

ly be switched on when the pointer on this knob is at speed 1, 2, 3 or 4 -, the led on the knob will light up when the system is on.

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Consequently, the climate control

system cannot be switched on when the pointer is at 0 p.

B - Recirculation slider, to cut out

outside air.

C - Air temperature knob (warm/cool air mixer).

D - Air distribution knob.

The system uses refrigerating fluid R134a which will not pollute the envi-

ronment if it accidentally leaks. Under no circumstances should fluid R12 be used as this is incompatible with the system’s component parts.

CLIMATIC COMFORT

See previous chapter for air distrib-

ution and heating/ventilation functions.

IMPORTANT The manual climate control system is very useful for speeding up the demising process because it dries the air. Simply adjust the controls for the demisting function (see previous section) and switch the manual climate control system on by pressing knob A-fig. 78.

Maximum cooling

1) Air temperature knob C: point-

er in the blue sector.

2) Fan knob A at fourth speed,

pointer at 4-.

3) Slider B: at T.

4) Air distribution knob D: pointer

at ¥.

5) Climate control system: press

knob C-fig. 78.

To moderate the cooling effect: po-

sition slider B at Y, increase the temperature and reduce the fan speed.

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LOOKING AFTER

THE SYSTEM

During the winter, the climate control system must be turned on at least once a month for about ten minutes.

Have the system efficiency checked before the summer at a Fiat Deal-

ership.

The system is filled with R134a refrigerant which will not pollute the envi-

ronment in the event of leakage. Under no circumstances should R12 fluid be used as it is incompatible with the system components and contains CFC.

STEERING COLUMN STALKS

LEFT-HAND STALK

The left-hand stalk operates most of

the external lights.

The external lights can only be switched on when the ignition key is at MAR. The instrument panel and the heating/ventilation (or climate control system) controls and the cigar lighter ring will come on with the external lights.

Side/taillights fig. 79

These come on when you turn the

ring from å to 6. Instrument panel warning light 3 will come on.

Dipped beam headlights fig. 80

These come on when you turn the

knurled switch from 6 to 2.

IMPORTANT The dipped beam headlights will automatically be switched off when the main beam headlights are switched on if the front fog lights are on.

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Main beam headlights fig. 81

Push the stalk from position 2 to-

wards the dashboard to switch the headlights on.

Warning light 1 on the instrument

panel will turn on.

Pull the stalk towards the steering

wheel to switch the lights off.

fig. 81

Flashing the headlights fig. 82

Pull the stalk towards the steering

wheel (unstable position).

Warning light 1 on the instrument

panel will turn on.

Direction indicators fig. 83

Move the stalk as follows:

up - to switch on the right-hand di-

rection indicator

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down - to switch on the left-hand di-

rection indicator.

Instrument panel warning light FD

or R and E will come on flashing.

The direction indicators will automatically be switched off when the vehicle is straightened out.

If you wish to signal a lane change where only a slight movement of the steering wheel is required, move the stalk up or down without pushing it far enough to make it click. The stalk will return to the neutral position as soon as it is released.

RIGHT-HAND STALK

Windscreen wiper/washer fig. 84

The device will only work when the ignition key is at MAR.

fig. 82

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fig. 83

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fig. 84

POSITIONS fig. 84

0 - windscreen wiper off;

1 - flick wipe; in some versions, four

selections are possible (from slow to fast fig. 85);

2 - slow flick;

3 - fast continuous wipe

4 - Temporary position: when re-

leased the stalk returns to 0 and automatically switches off the windscreen wiper.

SMART WASH for rear window wiper fig. 86

Pull the stalk towards the steering wheel to send a jet of fluid to the windscreen and operate the wiper with a simple gesture. The windscreen wiper will be operated automatically by holding the washer stalk for longer than half a second.

The windscreen wiper will flick three times after the lever is released.

Operate the control repeatedly and rapidly (for less than half a second) to spray the windscreen several times without operating the windscreen wiper.

Rear window washer/wiper (with glazed rear doors/tailgate) fig. 87-88

The device will only work when the

ignition key is at MAR.

To operate the rear window wipe:

turn the ring from å to '.

To wash the window push the stalk

towards the dashboard.

SMART WASH for windscreen wiper fig. 88

Pull the stalk towards the steering wheel to send a jet of fluid to the rear window and operate the wiper with a simple gesture. The rear window wiper will be operated automatically by holding the washer stalk for longer than half a second.

fig. 85

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The rear window wiper will flick

three times after the lever is released.

“FOLLOW ME HOME” function

This function allows the illumination

of the space in front of the vehicle.

Turning the function on

With the ignition key at STOP or removed, pull the left-hand stalk towards the steering wheel and operate it within 2 minutes from when the engine is turned off.

At each single movement of the stalk, the staying on of the lights is extended by 30 seconds up to a maximum

of 210 seconds; then the lights are switched off automatically.

Each time the lever is operated, the

warning light 3 on the instrument cluster will come on and the display will show the time of activation.

The warning light comes on the first time the lever is operated and will stay on up to automatic function deactivation. Each operation of the lever will extend lights switching on time.

Turning the function off

Keep the stalk pulled towards the steering wheel for more than 2 seconds.

CEILING LIGHT

WITH MAP READING LIGHTS

Press switch A-fig. 90 to switch the

lights on and off.

Switch B operates the map-reading

light.

According to the position, you can

have the following conditions:

– switch A pressed at the centre, ceiling lights C and D will come on regardless of the position of the doors;

– switch A pressed to the left, ceiling lights C and D will stay off regardless of the position of the doors;

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fig. 89

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fig. 90

– switch A pressed to the right, ceiling lights C and D will stay on in whatever condition.

When the ceiling light is off, switch B turns on the following lights:

– map-reading light C if pressed to the left;

– map-reading light D if pressed to the right.

IMPORTANT Make sure that both switches are in central position before getting out of the vehicle. This is ensure that the ceiling lights go out when the doors are closed preventing the battery from running down.

Timing for getting into the vehicle

The ceiling lights will come on as follows:

– for 15 seconds when the front doors are unlocked;

– for 7 seconds when a door is

closed (within the three minutes).

Timing will be stopped when the ig-

nition key is turned to MAR.

Timing for getting out of the vehicle

The ceiling lights will come on as follows when the key is removed from the ignition switch:

– for 3 minutes within two minutes after stopping the engine;

– for 7 seconds when a door is closed (within the three minutes).

Timing will be stopped when the doors are locked.

WITH TOGGLE LENS

Press the short side of the lens fig.

91 to switch the light on and off.

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fig. 91

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CONTROLS

HAZARD LIGHTS fig. 92

They turn on by pressing switch A, regardless of the position of the ignition key.

When the lights are on, the switch and the instrument panel warning light FDor R and E will flash.

Press the switch again to turn the lights off.

The use of hazard lights is governed by the Highway Code of the country

you are in. Keep to the rules.

CONTROL BUTTONS fig. 93

The buttons are located between the central air vents.

The controls can only be operated

when the ignition key is at MAR.

A - Front foglight button.

B - Rear foglight button.

C - Heated rear window on/off but-

ton.

IMPORTANT The dipped beam headlights will automatically be switched off when the main beam headlights are switched on if the front fog lights are on.

The dipped beam headlights and/or the front foglights (if fitted) must be on to switch rear foglights on.

The rear fog lights are switched off either by pressing C or switching on the main beam headlights or turning the ignition key to STOP. You will need to switch the rear foglights back on, if required, when the dipped beam headlights and/or front foglights are switched on or when the engine is started again.

fig. 92

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fig. 93

FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH

This safety switch is located under the dashboard on the right-hand side and can be reached through the slot as shown in fig. 94, It comes into operation in the case of an accident to block the supply of fuel thereby stopping the engine.

If, after a crash, you smell fuel or see leaks from the fuel system, do

not reset the switch to avoid fire risk.

Press button A to reactivate the fuel supply system if you cannot see any fuel leaks and the vehicle is in a fit state to continue its journey.

Remember to turn the ignition key to STOP to avoid running the battery down.

INTERIOR EQUIPMENT

GLOVEBOX fig. 95

Operate handle A as shown by the arrow to open the compartment.

MAGNETIC CARD POCKET TICKET POCKET fig. 96 (where provided)

Slots for keeping magnetic cards (telephone cards, etc.) or coins can be found on the central tunnel.

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fig. 95

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fig. 94

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180W

CIGAR LIGHTER fig. 97

With ignition key at MAR: press button A; after approximately 15 seconds it will return to its initial position and is ready for use.

IMPORTANT Always make sure the cigar lighter does in fact pop out after it has been pushed in.

Important. The cigar lighter gets very hot. Handle with care and do

not let children use it: danger of fire or burns.

POWER SOCKET (where provided)

The vehicle is fitted with a power socket A-fig. 98 set on the dashboard (on the left of the gearbox) that only works with ignition key at MAR. Do not use current sockets for accessories with power over 180 W (max. intake 15 A).

Do not use the sockets for accessories with power over the max. specified

one.

Prolonged use of accessories with high current intake could deploy the battery, even preventing the engine from starting.

fig. 97

fig. 98

ASHTRAY fig. 99

Pull flap A towards yourself. Remove the ashtray B by pulling it upwards for emptying it.

Non smokers can remove the ashtray and use it as additional oddment compartment.

ODDMENT SHELF fig. 100

The shelf is fitted over the sunvisors. It was designed to easily house lightweight objects (e.g. documents, road

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maps, etc.).

IMPORTANT The shelf was designed for loads not exceeding 3 kg on each side. Consequently, do not arrange objects exceeding these weights. Do not use the points shown as grips fig.

100. Use the specific side handles.

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fig. 99

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SUN VISORS fig. 101

The sun visors A are positioned to the sides of the rear-view mirror. They can swing up and down, as shown. A ticket pocket can be found on the back of the sunvisor driver's side. A courtesy mirror is applied to the back of the sun visors.

TILTING SHELF (for passengers transport versions, where provided)

Behind the front passenger seatback, it is available (on certain versions) a tilting shelf A-fig. 101a.

To position it horizontally, pull it towards the direction shown by the arrows; reverse this operation to reposition it.

IMPORTANT Do not position on the tilting shelf objects heavier than 3 kg: for safety purposes the shelf is released from its housing when submitted to excessive loads.

Resetting the shelf (after releasing)

Proceed as follows:

– fit the shelf B-fig. 101b so that the support fixed pin A is fitted inside the shelf left rail;

– turn the shelf B until the lower edge is touching the support A mobile pin C;

– press slightly in arrow direction to set the shelf B in the position of use. Pin C is inside the shelf right rail.

Never travel with the shelf tilted. The shelf or the objects on it can

cause injuries in the event of a crash.

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fig. 101a

fig. 100

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fig. 101

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SIDE SLIDING WINDOW (longitudinal sliding)

The windows slide open.

1) Keep pressed button A-fig. 102

to release the sliding window.

2) Push the window in the direction

of the arrow (1), to open as required.

3) To close, pull the sliding window in the direction of the arrow (2) until you hear it click.

REAR SIDE WINDOWS

The windows open outwards.

1) Move the lever as shown in fig.

103.

2) Push the lever outwards to open

the window completely.

3) Push the lever back until it clicks.

To close the windows, pull the lever

the opposite direction until it clicks.

WING WINDOW

IMPORTANT Open and close the wing window only when the vehicle is stationary.

The Fiat Doblò may fit a handy wing window on the roof on the back of the load compartment to carry long objects.

Opening the wing window

To open the wing window, pull lever A-fig. 104 downwards in the direction of the arrow.

Put your hand in handle B-fig. 105 and lead the wing window while it opens.

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fig. 103

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fig. 104

Do not exceed 110 km/h speed with wing window open. Risk of (violent)

wing window closing.

The mobile crossmember C-fig. 106 can be tipped down to facilitate loading and unloading long objects.

To tip, hold the crossmember with your left-hand and move the lever D with your right-hand in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.

Lower the crossmember carefully until it reaches its position. Unload the vehicle and take the crossmember back to its original position.

Closing the wing window

Take the mobile crossmember C-

fig. 106 back to its original position;

fit the crossmember pin C in the original housing until it clicks.

Pull the wing window in the direction shown in fig. 105, fitting your hand in handle B. The wing window is closed once it clicks.

IMPORTANT Arrange the load evenly along the crossmember and fasten it with ropes or similar.

IMPORTANT Never leave the crossmember unfastened while the vehicle is moving.

Moving the vehicle when the crossmember is not fastened in its housing can

cause severe damage to the load compartment structure. Furthermore, only the bottom of the rear doors would be locked and this could damage the hinges.

fig. 105

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fig. 106

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A B

DOORS

FRONT DOORS

Opening by hand from the outside

Front doors: turn the key to 2-fig.

107 and pull the handle.

Locking by hand from the outside

Front doors: close the door and turn

the key to 1-fig. 107.

Opening by hand from the inside

Front doors: pull the lever.

Closing by hand from the inside

Front doors: close the door and press the lever as shown in fig. 108 (LOCK).

ELECTRIC WINDOWS

According to versions, power window controls can be set on the dashboard (in central position) fig. 109, or on driver and passenger door panels fig. 109a. They only work with ignition key at MAR.

A - to open/close the front left-hand window;

B - to open/close the front righthand window.

These operations are allowed for two minutes after turning the ignition key from MAR to STOP or removed only if the doors are closed.

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fig. 109

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fig. 108

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fig. 109a

On driver’s side there is a button A- fig. 109 for automatic operation. Press the button for longer than one second: the window will stop when it reaches the end of its travel (or until the button is pressed again).

Improper use of the electric windows can be dangerous. Before and

during their operation ensure that any passengers are not at risk from the moving glass either by personal objects getting caught in the mechanism or by being injured by it directly. Always remove the ignition key when you get out of the vehicle to prevent the electric windows being operated accidentally and constituting a danger to the people left in the vehicle.

SIDE DOORS In Doblò Cargo versions, the side

sliding door is fitted with a catch which stops it when it is fully open: to release

Check that it is safe to open a door before doing so.

the catch, simply push the door against the catch and pull it forwards forcefully.

In any case, always make sure that the door is correctly fastened in the door open catch.

Make sure that the lefthand sliding side door is completely closed before

refuelling (see “At the filling station” in this chapter). You could damage the door and the sliding lock system which comes into play when the fuel flap is open.

open. An involuntary knock could

Do not leave the vehicle parked on a steep slope with the sliding door

release the door and make it slide.

You cannot open the left-hand sliding side door while refuelling when the

flap is open (see “At the filling station” in this chapter).

that the door hooks are properly fastened into the retaining device

When leaving the vehicle parked with the sliding doors open, always check

to ensure it remains fully open.

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Opening/closing from

the outside (Fiat Doblò Cargo versions)

Opening: turn the key to 2-fig. 110

and pull the handle in the direction of the arrow then, make the door slide backward to the stop limit catch.

Closing: use the external handle and push the door forward. Turn the key to 1- fig. 110.

Opening/closing from the inside (Fiat Doblò Cargo versions)

Opening: pull the opening lever fig. 111 and make the door slide back-

ward to the stop limit catch.

Closing: close the door making it sliding forward, then press once the lever at “LOCK” as shown in fig. 111.

Opening/closing from the outside (Fiat Doblò Passenger Transport/Combi versions)

Opening: pull the handle as shown

by the arrow fig. 110 and make the door slide backward.

Closing: pull the handle as shown by the arrow fig. 110, thus releasing the lock and make the door slide forward.

Opening/closing from the inside (Fiat Doblò Passenger Transport/Combi versions)

Opening: pull the release lever Afig. 112 and make the door slide back-

ward.

Closing: pull the release lever A and make the door slide forward; lock the door by pressing the handle button B.

fig. 110

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fig. 111

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fig. 112

1 2

CHILD LOCK

To prevent opening the sliding side

doors from the inside.

Engage by inserting the tip of the ignition key as shown in fig. 113 and turning it.

Position 1 - device off.

Position 2 - device on.

The device will be engaged even if the doors are unlocked electrically.

When children are present in the vehicle this device should always be

used.

REAR DOUBLE DOORS

The double rear doors are fitted with a catch which stops the opening at an angle of approximately 90°.

The catch system is designed to ensure the best comfort in use. An acci-

dental knock or gust of wind could release the doors and make them close.

It is possible to increase the

opening angle of the two doors to

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facilitate loading and unloading operations. Force the doors open. This will allow opening the doors by approximately 180°.

When open to 180°, the doors are not blocked. Do not use this system when

the vehicle is parts on a slope or when it is windy.

Opening the first door from the outside 1-fig. 114

Turn the key to position 2-fig.

115 and pull the door handle in the di-

rection of the arrow.

Closing the first door from the outside 1-fig. 114

Turn the key to position 1-fig. 115.

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Close the right-hand door 2-fig. 114 completely first and then close the

left-hand door 1-fig. 114. Never close both doors at the same time.

Opening the first door from the inside 1-fig. 114

Lift lever A-fig. 116 in the direction

of the arrow.

Opening the second door 2-fig. 114

After opening the first door, pull handle A-fig. 117 in the direction of the arrow.

IMPORTANT Only use the handle A-fig. 117 in the direction shown in

the figure.

The swing doors (where provided) are fitted with a device A-fig.117a that limits their opening.

Take care not to move the rod from its housing; if it is moved by accident a fig. 117b, restore it to the correct position b fig. 117b.

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fig. 116

fig. 117

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fig. 117a

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fig. 117b

TAILGATE

Opening/closing the tailgate

To open the tailgate from the outside, turn the ignition key in lock fig. 118 and pull handle A in the direction of the arrow.

The opening of the boot is made easier by the gas-filed struts on each side.

IMPORTANT Fit the key well into the lock before turning it.

You will be able to open the tailgate with the key only if you remove the key from the lock after turning it by 45 degrees.

To close, lower the tailgate until the lock clicks.

If you are travelling in areas where refuelling can be difficult and you

want to carry a can of petrol, follow the law in force. Use a homologated can and secure it adequately. Even given these precautions, the risk of fire in the event of an accident is increased.

When using the boot, make sure the load you are carrying does not ex-

ceed the permitted weight (see “Technical specifications”). Also ensure the items in the boot are arranged properly to prevent them being thrown forwards and injuring passengers should you brake sharply. Do not travel with the tailgate open: exhaust gas could filter into the passenger

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compartment.

IMPORTANT Adjust the height of

the dipped headlight beam when travelling at night with a rather heavy load in the boot (see “Headlights” in this chapter).

Make sure the load does not exceed the values shown in “Weights” paragraph, “Technical specifications” chapter for correct operation of the headlight adjustment device.

Do not knock the tailgate into objects on the roof rack when you open it.

Do not use the key as a handle to open the tailgate. You could damage it.

CENTRAL DOOR LOCKING SYSTEM

fig. 118

From the outside

With the doors closed, fit and turn

the key in one of the front door locks.

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From the inside

With the doors closed, press (to lock) or lift (to unlock) one of the side door knobs (Fiat Doblò Passengers Transport versions). Alternatively, either press “LOCK” (to lock) or pull (to unlock) the front and side door handles (Fiat Doblò Cargo versions).

The side door knobs will lock or unlock only the specific door.

IMPORTANT If one of the doors is not shut properly or there is a failure in the system, the central locking (where provided) feature will cut out and after some attempts the device stops working for about two minutes. In these two minutes, the doors can be locked or unlocked manually without the electrical system coming into play. After the two minutes, the control unit is ready to receive commands once more.

If the cause of the failure is removed, the device will start working properly, otherwise it will cut out once more.

BOOT

EXTENDING THE BOOT

Split seat

Before setting off, make sure that the seats in the direction of travel and perfectly fastened to the anchoring. Only in this position can be seat belts be used correctly.

The boot can be extended completely or partially.

Tipping the entire seat

The seat back and cushion release

devices are in the points shown in fig.

119.

Lift knobs A-fig. 119 and tip the seat

back forwards.

To tip the entire seat, lift the cush-

ion with lever B-fig. 120.

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Tipping part of the left seat

To tip the left-hand side of the seat

back:

– remove the head restraint (if pro-

vided);

– lift knob A-fig. 121 then tip the en-

tire seat fig. 122.

Refit head restraints back into the

seats A-fig. 123.

To remove the rear window shelf

The shelf is split into to parts fig. 124. Proceed as follows to remove the entire shelf:

1) Open the rear doors or the tail-

gate.

2) Lift part A-fig. 124 of the shelf

and place it on part B.

3) Fasten the two parts by means of

rubber fasteners C-fig. 125.

fig. 121

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4) Lift part B-fig. 126 making the shelf slide along the available space behind the seat so that the upper part is fastened to the rear window shelf and the lower central part to the seat.

If the seat is down, proceed as fol-

lows:

5) Remove the shelf and arrange it crosswise between the front seat backs and the tipped seat on the rear seat.

To refit the shelf, refit central catches D-fig. 124 and tip first part B and then part A, make sure shelves are properly secured.

IMPORTANT Check and adjust the height of the dipped headlight beam when travelling at night with a rather heavy load in the boot (see “Headlights” in this section).

To take the seat back to normal position:

1) Check that the seat belt webbing

is correctly fitted in its bracket.

2) Take the cushion to its horizontal position and check that it is correctly fastened.

3) Tip the seat back backwards and check that it is correctly fastened.

7-seat versions

To extend the boot, proceed as fol-

lows:

– remove head restraints;

– release the right locking lever B- fig. 127 moving it to 1 (“released lever”); do the same on the left side then lower the seat back and tip the seat forward. This operation is made friendly by two springs. Make sure the seat is completely tipped.

– refit head restraints back into the seats C-fig. 128.

fig. 126

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fig. 127

It is absolutely forbidden to use the third row seat for transporting loads

when the seat back is tilted. Load could be projected forward against the seat back of the second row seats thus causing injuries to passengers fig. 127a.

To re-position the seat:

– seat back anchoring levers, both right and left B-fig. 127 must be at 1 (released); otherwise move both levers to position 1;

– raise first the seat back (without securing it) then secure the entire seat to the floor anchorings and then secure the seat back.

Always check that seats are anchored to the floor before securing the seat

backs.

To remove the seat in order to increase the boot space, tilt the seat and remove the tool bag (keep it on the vehicle) then use lever D-fig. 128 to release catches.

Reverse the above operations for refitting.

To increase the boot space you can also tilt the second rear row as follows:

– tilt side seats (as described in paragraph “access to the third row rear seats”);

fig. 127a

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– tilt the central seat back pulling

band A-fig. 129 upwards;

– pull the bands B-fig. 130 and tilt

the seat completely;

– secure tilted seats by the proper belts C-fig. 131 (one per seat) to the front headrests.

IMPORTANT Do not travel with second row seats tipped and third row seats set in normal position of use, a buzzer will sound to indicate the wrong seat position.

To re-position the seats, release the belts C-fig. 131, tilt the side seats and the central seat cushion then pull band A-fig. 129 to tilt the seat back and anchor it to the proper brackets.

It is absolutely forbidden to travel with the second row seats tipped and pas-

sengers seated on the third row seats (as specified on the seat label).

ANCHORING THE LOAD

A boot mat is provided (optional for Fiat Doblò Cargo base versions). To fasten the load, fastening hooks are provided (quantity varying according to versions) fig. 132 secured to the floor and that can be accessed directly also if the mat is fitted.

fig. 130

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fig. 131

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fig. 132

BONNET

To open the bonnet

This should only be done when the vehicle is stationary. Before opening

the bonnet, check the windscreen wiper arms are not lifted from the windscreen.

1) Pull the yellow lever A-fig. 133

in the direction of the arrow.

2) Raise the bonnet slightly until lo-

cating the release lever.

3) Press the fastener A-fig. 134, as

shown in the figure.

4) Open the bonnet and release the rod A-fig. 135 from its clip at the same time. Then B on the bonnet.

Important. The bonnet might fall violently if the support rod is not posi-

tioned properly.

When the engine is hot, mind your hands when working inside the engine

compartment to avoid burning yourself. Never put your hands near the fan: it could start up even without the key in the switch. Wait until the engine cools down.

Take care that scarves, ties or loose clothing do not accidentally come

near moving parts; they could become entangled with serious danger for the wearer.

fig. 133

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To close the bonnet

1) Hold the bonnet up with one hand and, with the other, remove rod Afig. 135 from recess B and replace it

in its clip.

2) Lower the bonnet until it is about 20 cm above the engine compartment, and then let it drop, ensuring that it is fully closed and not just held in position by the safety catch.

If the bonnet does not close properly do not push it down but open it again and repeat the above procedure.

For safety reasons the bonnet must be closed properly to avoid its

opening while the vehicle is travelling. Therefore, always check it is properly closed and the catch engaged. Should you notice that the catch is not perfectly engaged when travelling, stop the vehicle immediately and close the bonnet.

ROOF RACK/SKI RACK

PRESETTING

To use the roof racks you shall re-

move the caps set in points fig. 136.

Attach the roof rack bar brackets to

the fasteners.

IMPORTANT Always follow the instructions provided with the kit carefully. The bars should be fitted by skilled personnel.

After travelling a few kilometres, check that the attachment fastening

screws are tight.

Distribute the load evenly and when driving, bear in mind the increased

sensitivity of the vehicle to side wind.

Never exceed the max. permissible loads (see section “Technical speci-

fications”).

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Strictly comply with current law regulations concerning max. overall di-

mensions.

fig. 136

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LOADING RAMPS

Loading ramps are available at Lin-

eaccessori Fiat.

Loading with ramps shall be only carried out with the vehicle station-

ary and handbrake engaged.

Never move the vehicle with ramps extracted. Before restarting the ve-

hicle always check that ramps are properly secured into their housings.

To use the rear ramp fig. 137, strictly follow the instructions shown on the plate applied on the left side of the boot.

IMPORTANT Max. rear ramp car-

rying capacity is 250 kg.

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fig. 137

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To use the side ramp, fig. 138,

22: 1 1

A C

open the side sliding door, take handle A and take out the ramp as shown by the arrow until locking it.

IMPORTANT Max. side ramp car-

rying capacity is 60 kg.

When you have finished, take handle A and refit the side ramp into its housing making it sliding as shown by the arrow fig. 138.

HEADLIGHTS

ADJUSTING THE HEADLIGHT BEAM

The correct positioning of the headlight beams is very important for the comfort and safety, not only of the person driving the vehicle but also all other road users.

This is also covered by a specific law.

To ensure you and other drivers have the best visibility conditions when travelling with the headlights on, the headlights must be set properly.

Have the headlight positioning checked at a Fiat Dealership and adjusted if necessary.

SLANT COMPENSATION

The vehicle is fitted with an electrical device for correcting the headlight slant. The device can be operated with ignition key at MAR and dipped beams on.

When the vehicle is loaded, it “slopes” backwards. This means that the headlight beam rises. In this case, it is necessary to return it to the correct position.

Proceed as follows:

– hold button B-fig. 139 pressed to increase by one position (e.g.: 0➟1, 1➟2, 2➟3);

– hold button A pressed to decrease by one position (e.g.: 3➟2, 2➟1, 1➟0).

Display C shows the positions during the adjustment.

fig. 138

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fig. 139

Correct positions as a function of the load

0 - one or two occupants in the

front seats.

1 - five occupants.

2 - five occupants + load in boot.

3 - driver + maximum permissible

load stowed in boot.

Check the headlight beam position every time you change the load to be

carried.

HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT ABROAD

Headlights are orientated as to drive inside the country of origin before selling the vehicle. When travelling in countries with opposite driving direction, you need to cover the headlight areas according to the Road Code of the country you are travelling in.

ABS

The vehicle can be fitted with an ABS braking system, which prevents the wheels from locking when braking, makes the most of road grip and gives the best control when emergency braking under difficult road conditions.

The driver can tell the ABS system has come into play because the brake pedal pulsates slightly and the system gets noisier.

This should not be interpreted as a fault in the brakes; on the contrary it is a sign that the ABS system is working: it tells the driver that the vehicle is travelling at the limit of its road grip and that he should alter his speed to fit the type of road surface.

The ABS system is an addition to the basic braking system. If there is a malfunction, the system turns off automatically and only the ordinary brakes continue to work.

If a failure occurs, and consequently the anti-lock function is not effective, the braking system will continue to work as usual.

If you have never driven a vehicle with ABS before, you should practice using the system on slippery terrain, obviously with the necessary safety precautions and keeping to the Highway Code of the country you are in. It is also a good idea to read the following information carefully.

The advantage in using the ABS system is that it continues to give you maximum manoeuvrability even when braking hard in conditions of poor grip by preventing the wheels locking.

You should, however, not expect the braking distance to always decrease: for example surfaces with gravel or fresh snow on a slippery road will in fact increase the braking distance.

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To exploit the ABS system to the full in the event of necessity, you should take heed of the following advice:

The ABS exploits the road hold available as much as possible but can-

not increase it. You should always drive carefully on slippery surfaces and avoid any unnecessary risks.

If the ABS system cuts in it is a sign that the grip between the tyre and the

road surface has reached the limit: you must slow down to match the speed to the road grip available.

If there is a fault, the in-

strument panel warning light > will come on. At

this point, reduce speed and go to a Fiat Dealership to have your vehicle checked and put right immediately.

Braking while cornering always requires extreme care even when using ABS.

The most important advice to follow is this

When the ABS cuts in, and you feel the brake pedal pulsating, do not re-

move your foot, but keep it pressed. In doing so you will stop in the shortest amount of space possible under the current road conditions.

If you follow these tips you will be

able to brake better in any situation.

IMPORTANT Vehicles fitted with may only be fitted with wheel rims, tyres and brake pads of the make and model approved by the vehicle manufacturer.

The system is completed with an EBD electronic brake force distributor which increases the brake system performance and employs the ABS control unit and sensors.

The vehicle is fitted with

an electronic braking device (EBD). The > and

x warning light will come on at the same time when the engine is running to indicate that there is an EBD system failure. In this case violent braking may be accompanied by early rear wheel locking with the possibility of skidding. Drive the vehicle extremely carefully to the nearest Fiat Dealership to have the system checked.

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Warning light > alone,

with the engine running,

normally indicates a fault in the ABS system only. In this case, the braking system is still efficient, though without the antilocking device. Under these conditions, performance of the EBD system may be reduced. Also in this case, you are advised to go immediately to the nearest Fiat Dealership, driving in such a way to avoid sharp braking to have the system checked.

If the x brake fluid low

warning light comes on,

stop the vehicle immediately and contact the nearest Fiat Dealership. Fluid leaks from the hydraulic system, in fact, can compromise brake system operation, both traditional systems and systems with ABS.

FRONT AND SIDE AIRBAGS

The vehicle can be fitted with front air bags for the driver and passenger and with side bags.

FRONT AIRBAGS

Front airbags (driver and passenger) have been designed to protect the occupants in the event of head-on crashes of medium-high severity, by placing the cushion between the occupant and the steering wheel or dashboard.

Front airbags are designed to protect vehicle’s occupants in front crashes and therefore non-activation in other types of collisions (side collisions, rear shunts, roll-overs, etc.) is not a system malfunction.

In case of crash, an electronic control unit, when required, triggers the inflation of the cushion according to the severity of the collision.

The cushion immediately inflates, placing itself as a protection between the body of the front occupants and the structure that could cause injuries. Immediately after, the cushion deflates.

The front air bag (driver and passenger) is not a replacement of but complementary to the use of belts, which should always be worn, as specified by law in Europe and most nonEuropean countries.

In case of crash, a person not wearing the seat belt moves forward and may come into contact with the cushion while it is still inflating. Under this circumstance the protection offered by the airbag is reduced.

Front airbags may not activate in the following situations:

– in collisions against highly deformable objects not affecting the vehicle front surface (e.g. bumper collision against guard rail);

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– in case of wedging under other vehicles or protective barriers (for example under a truck or guard rail), the air bag is not triggered as it offers no additional protection compared with the seat belts, consequently it would be pointless.

Therefore, failure to come into action in the above circumstance does not mean that the system is not working properly.

Do not apply stickers or other objects to the steering wheel or to the

air bag cover on the passenger’s side or on the side roof lining. Never put objects on the dashboard on passenger side since they could interfere with proper air bag inflation.

The driver and passenger front airbags have been designed and calibrated to protect a person wearing seat belts.

At their maximum inflation, their volume fills most of the space between the steering wheel and the driver and between the dashboard and the passenger.

In minor crashes (for which the restraining action of the seat belts is sufficient), the air bags are not deployed. Also in this case it is of vital importance to wear the seat belts since in case of front crash they guarantee proper positioning of the occupant.

DRIVER’S FRONT AIR BAG fig. 140

It consists of an instant-inflating cushion contained in a special recess in the centre of the steering wheel.

PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAG fig. 141

It consists of an instant-inflating cushion contained in a special recess in the dashboard; its volume is bigger than the driver’s one.

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fig. 140

fig. 141

SERIOUS DANGER:

ON OFF

PASS.

AIR BAG

With passenger’s

air bag active (ON), never place child’s seats with the cradle facing backwards since the air bag activation could cause to the child serious injuries, even mortal. In the case of need, always deactivate the passenger’s air bag when a child’s seat is placed on the front seat. The front passenger’s seat shall be adjusted in the most backward position to prevent any contact between child’s seat and dashboard. Even if not compulsory by law, you are recommended to reactivate the air bag immediately as soon as child transport is no longer necessary.

Manual deactivation

The passenger side airbag can be deactivated if it is absolutely necessary to carry a child in the front passenger seat.

Deactivation / reactivation shall be carried out with ignition device at

STOP. Turn the specific switch fig. 142 on the dashboard on passenger

side with the ignition key.

IMPORTANT Operate the switch only with engine off and ignition key removed.

The switch fig. 142 has two positions:

– Passenger front airbag on: (position ON P ): instrument panel warning light Foff. Do not carry children on the front seat.

– Passenger front airbag off: (position OFF F ): instrument panel warning light F on. A child can be carried on the front seat with a suitable restraint system.

Warning light F on the cluster stays on permanently until the passenger’s airbag is reactivated.

Deactivation of the passenger’s front air bag does not inhibit operation of the side air bag.

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fig. 142

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SIDE BAG

It consists of an instant-inflation cushion housed in the back rest of the front seat to increase protection of the occupants’ chest in the event of a side crash of medium-high severity.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The front and/or side airbags can be triggered if the vehicle is subjected to strong knocks or impacts underneath, e.g. violent crashes into steps, kerbs or fixed projections from the ground, falling to large holes or dips in the road.

When the airbag inflates it emits a small amount of dusts. These dusts are harmless and is not the beginning of a fire; then the unfold cushion surface and the vehicle interiors can be covered by a dusty remains: this dust can irritate skin and eyes. In case of contact, wash yourself using neutral soap and water.

The air bag system has a validity of 14 years as to the pyrotechnic charge, and 10 years as to the coil contact (see the plate in the glove compartment). As this date approaches, contact Fi- at Dealership to have it replaced.

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After an accident which triggered the airbags, go to a Fiat Dealership to have the entire safety system, the electronic control unit, the seat belts and the pretensioners replaced. The Dealership will also check the intactness of the electrical system.

Any diagnostic, repair or replacement operations concerning the airbag system must exclusively be carried out at a Fiat Dealership.

If you are having the vehicle scrapped, have the airbag system deactivated at a Fiat Dealership first.

If the vehicle changes hand, the new owner must be made aware of the indications given above and be given this Owner Handbook.

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Pretensioners, front airbags and side airbags are triggered by the electronic control unit according to different types of impacts. Missed triggering of the system, consequently, does not indicate a fault in the system.

When the passenger’s front airbag is active (passenger front airbag deac-

tivation switch at ON), the

warning light will come on for approximately four seconds and flash for other four seconds when the ignition key is turned to MAR to remind the driver than the passenger’s front and side airbags (where fitted) will be fired in the event of a crash. The warning light should go out immediately afterwards.

The front air bag is triggered for shocks greater in magnitude that the

pretensioners. For impacts between these two thresholds, it is therefore normal that only the pretensioners are triggered.

If when turning the key

to MAR the warning light ¬ does not turn on or if it

stays on when travelling there could be a failure in safety systems; in this event air bags or pretensioners could not trigger in case of impact or, in a minor number of cases, they could trigger accidentally. Contact Fiat Dealership immediately to have the system checked.

If an attempt has been made to steal the vehicle, or if it has actually been

stolen or has been vandalised in any way or subjected to flooding, have the airbag system checked over at a Fiat Dealership.

Do not apply stickers or other objects to the steering wheel or to the

dashboard on the passenger’s side. Do not travel with objects on your lap or in front of you nor with a pipe, pencil or similar between your lips; you could seriously hurt yourself if the airbag inflates in a collision.

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Always drive with both hands on the rim of the steering wheel so that the

airbag is free to inflate during a head-on collision, and protect you from serious injury. Do not drive with your body bending towards the steering wheel, but sit in an upright position with your back resting against the seat.

Do not cover the backrest of front seats with trims or covers that are

not suitable to be used with side bags.

It is important to remember that the airbag can be fired if the ignition

key is fitted and at MAR also if the engine is not running and the vehicle it is hit by another vehicle travelling at suitable speed. As a consequence, Fiat recommends sitting children in their specific restraint systems on the back seat, which is the most protected position possible. On the contrary, the airbags will not be fired if the vehicle is crashed into when the key is not inserted or turned. Consequently, in this case, the fact that the system is not fired does not indicate a fault.

The correct operation of front airbags, side airbags and pretensioners is en-

sured only if the vehicle is not overloaded.

Do not wash the seat back in vehicles with side airbags with pressurised

steam or water in automatic seat washing stations.

The airbag does not replace seat belts but rather increases their effective-

ness. Furthermore, the airbag is not fired in the event of low speed front collisions, side collisions, rear-end shunts and rollovers. In these cases, the passengers are only protected by the seat belts which for this reason must always be fastened.

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EOBD SYSTEM

The EOBD system (European On Board Diagnosis) allows continuos diagnosis of the components of the vehicle correlated with emissions.

Furthermore, the system warns the driver of deterioration concerning the emission system components by means of the U warning light on the instrument panel.

The objective is to:

– monitor system efficiency;

– warn when failures can increase emissions over the threshold established by the European regulations;

– warn of the need to replace deteriorated components.

Furthermore, the system is equipped with a connector for interfacing with specific tools used to read the error codes stored in the control unit memory along with a set of diagnostic and engine specific parameters.

Contact a Fiat Dealer-

ship as soon as possible if the U warning light ei-

ther does not come on when the key is turned to MAR or comes on, with fixed or flashing light, when travelling. Warning light U operation can be checked by means of special equipment by traffic agents. Always comply with the traffic regulations in force in the country where you are travelling.

IMPORTANT After eliminating the

problem, your Fiat Dealership will run a bench test to fully check the system. In some cases, a long road test may be required.

SOUND SYSTEM

If the “Sound System” has not been requested, the vehicle features an oddment compartment on the dashboard.

Contact a Fiat Dealership if you want to install a sound system after pur-

chasing your vehicle. Their staff will advise you on how to safeguard the life of the battery. Excessive idle intake can damage the battery and invalid the battery warranty as well.

LIGHT PRESETTING

The system consists of the following:

– sound system power wires;

– wires for front speakers on the dashboard, doors (where provided) and rear speakers for passengers transport versions;

– sound system compartment;

– aerial wire and aerial.

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HEAVY PRESETTING

The system consists of the following: – sound system power wires; – wires for front speakers on the

dashboard;

– 2 speakers on the dashboard; – wires for door speakers (where

provided);

– 2 door speakers; – 2 rear speakers (for passengers

transport versions);

– wires for rear speakers; – sound system compartment; – aerial wire and aerial.

Speakers

– two mid-range speakers on dashboard, diameter 100 mm, power 30W max each.

– two woofer speakers on front doors, diameter 165 mm, power 40W max each (Panorama versions only).

– two full-range elliptic speakers on rear window shelf, 95 x 154 mm, power 20W max each (Panorama versions only).

Sound system installation

To fit the sound system, remove the oddment compartment shown in fig.

145. To remove the compartment, press it upwards and then pull it out towards the inside of the vehicle.

CELLULAR PHONE SET-UP

The system set-up consists of:

– a dual-purpose aerial (sound system + cellular phone), on the vehicle roof;

– a dual-purpose aerial connection wires and ten-pin connector wiring fig. 146.

– a double coil speaker (sound system + cellular telephone), located on the passenger side dashboard.

fig. 144

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F0A0162B

fig. 145

F0A0096B

F0A0099b

fig. 146

Maximum power to be applied to the aerial is 20W.

Wiring diagram:

1 Sound system mute function.

2 Spare.

3 Cellular phone input earth signal.

4 Cellular phone INPUT signal.

5 Dual-purpose speaker on the front

passenger side door (+).

6 Dual-purpose speaker on the front

passenger side door (-).

7 Ignition switch power (+15).

8 Spare.

9 Battery power (+).

10 Earth.

Have the cellular telephone and the connections performed by a Fiat Dealership only.

In Fiat Doblò passengers Transport versions, use a screwdriver in the point shown in fig. 147 to reach the ten pin connector. Lift the central tunnel cover and remove the connector.

In Fiat Doblò Cargo versions, loosen the screws shown in fig. 148 in the glove compartment to reach the ten pin connector. Use a screwdriver in the pre-cut point and remove the connector.

Purchase a free-hands kit which is compatible for your cellular telephone.

Have the cellular telephone installed and connected to the setup sys-

tem in the vehicle by a Fiat Dealership only. This will ensure the best results and prevent any problems which could effect vehicle safety.

F0A0210b

F0A0211b

fig. 147

fig. 148

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