Fiat Punto 2004 User Manual

This Supplement describes the main instructions for using the Speedgear automatic gearbox and the “Dualogic”
mechanical gearbox with electronic control fitted on Fiat Punto.

Read this entire Supplement to make sure you know how to use the gearbox correctly. This will help you to
perform the correct operations right from the start.

For all other information not contained herein, refer to the Owner Handbook this Supplement is attached to.

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WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES .......................... 10

TOWING THE CAR .......................................................... 12

TOWING A TRAILER ........................................................ 12

IF A FUSE BLOWS .............................................................. 12

MAINTENANCE SERVICE SCHEDULE ........................ 13

CHECKING OIL LEVEL ..................................................... 13

ENGINES CODE - BODYWORK VERSIONS ............. 14

TRANSMISSION .................................................................. 14

PERFORMANCE .................................................................. 15

WEIGHTS .............................................................................. 15

CAPACITIES ......................................................................... 16

FUEL CONSUMPTION ...................................................... 16

CO

2 EMISSIONS IN EXHAUST ...................................... 16

USING THE DUALOGIC GEARBOX ........ 17

WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES .......................... 34

TOWING THE CAR .......................................................... 40

IF A FUSE BLOWS .............................................................. 40

MAINTENANCE SERVICE SCHEDULE ........................ 40

CHECKING OIL LEVEL ..................................................... 40

AIR CLEANER ...................................................................... 40

ENGINES CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS ........... 41

TRANSMISSION .................................................................. 41

PERFORMANCE .................................................................. 41

WEIGHTS .............................................................................. 42

CAPACITIES ......................................................................... 43

FUEL CONSUMPTION ...................................................... 43

CO

2 EMISSION IN EXHAUST ......................................... 43

INDEX

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GEAR STICK POSITIONS

P = Parking.

R = Reverse.

N = Neutral.

D = Drive, automatic forward gears.

L = Low, automatic forward gears with prevalent use of short ratios

+ = Shift up (sequential operation).

– = Shift down (sequential operation).

With the key at MAR, the selected gear will be shown on the
reconfigurable multifunction display (see the figure).

Gear selected displayed on the reconfigurable multifunction display:

P = parking; 2 = second speed;

R = reverse; 3 = third speed;

N = neutral; 4 = fourth speed;

D = drive; 5 = fifth speed;

L = low; 6 = sixth speed

1 = first speed;

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STARTING THE ENGINE

Turn the ignition key to MAR and position the gear
lever in (P) or (N).

STARTING OFF

With car at a standstill, idle the engine and press the
brake pedal, select the required position and
accelerate gradually: the car will start off and the gear
ratios will be selected according to the selected gear
lever position.

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The engine can only be started with the gear lever at either (P) or (N).

The following gear shifts (P-R; R-P; N-R) are protected from accidental engagement by means of a
safety lock. Consequently, these positions can only be engaged as follows:

❒ car at a standstill;

❒ ignition key at MAR;

❒ press the brake pedal;

❒ press button (A) while you are shifting the lever.

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SEQUENTIAL OPERATION

From (D) shift the lever to the left:

❒ shift the lever towards + to engage a higher gear;

❒ shift the lever towards – to engage a lower gear.

Each gear shift and driving mode selected is shown on the display. The
sequential gear shift is similar to that of a fixed ratio gearbox controlled
in sequence: 6 ratios are provided.

The electronic control system intervenes by varying the ratios when the
engine ratio exceeds or drops under a certain rpm threshold.

AUTOMATIC OPERATION

(D) from position (L) and from sequential operation can be selected in
any conditions without pressing button (A).

The gearbox will select higher gears when the demand for engine power
is low, thus ensuring lower consumption. The gearbox will hold the
lower gears as the request for power is gradually increased to offer
good pick-up and acceleration.

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The electronic control unit will cut out sequential operation activating automatic operation only if
the gearbox oil temperature is excessively high. Sequential operation will be restored as soon as
the regular working temperature is reached.

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Kick-down

For fast pick-up, press the accelerator beyond the hard point. This will
operate the kick-down feature to obtain top performance (pick-up and
acceleration).

IMPORTANT Avoid using the kick-down function on snow and ice.

Drive (D)

Use (D) on normal roads, in and out of cities.

ECO function

This function enhances driving comfort and curtails exhaust emissions.

To turn the ECO function on, press button (B) on the gear stick frame.
Message (E) will appear on the reconfigurable multifunction display.

The ECO function is cut out in sequential operation. It will be
automatically restored when switching back to automatic operation (D).

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Only shift the stick from (P) to (D), from (N) to (D) and from (R) to (D) when the car is at a
standstill, with the engine idling and the accelerator pedal fully released.

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Neutral (N)

This position corresponds to the neutral position of a
normal mechanical gearbox.

The engine can be started with the lever at (N).

Reverse (R)

You cannot start the engine with the lever at (R).

A buzzer will sound to warn the driver that reverse is
engaged and the reversing lights will come on when
reverse is engaged and the ignition key is at MAR.

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Low (L)

In (L) the gearbox mainly engages low forward gears
to optimise the engine brake and to offer the
possibility of sporty driving up or downhill.

(L) can be selected also when the car is moving.
Consequently, it can be used to slow down from any
speed. Top engine brake effectiveness is obtained at
speeds lower than 90 km/h. Using the car at (L) and
exploiting the sporty driving that this feature offers
will increase fuel consumption.

To shift the lever from (N), remove your foot from the accelerator pedal and wait for the engine to
stabilise at idle. Follow the instructions and important notes given in the "Starting off" paragraph
above.

Only engage reverse when the car is stationary, the engine is idling and the pedal is fully released.
Follow the instructions and important notes given in the "Starting off" paragraph above.

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Parking (P)

In (P) the drive wheels are mechanically locked. Engage this position only
when the car is stationary. Pull the handbrake as required. Follow the
instructions and important notes given in the "Starting off" paragraph
above.

In an emergency, you can shift the lever from (P) by manually disengaging
the locking device.

Use the screwdriver provided to release the lock (see the figure) located
near the ignition key under the steering column upholstery and remove
the ignition key at the same time.

STOPPING THE CAR

Release the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. Keep the car
still when on a slope and the engine is running with the brake pedal only.
Do not press the accelerator pedal.

For longer stops, shift the lever to (P) and follow the instructions and
important notes given in the "Starting off" paragraph above.

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The ignition key can only be removed from the switch in STOP position with the gear stick at (P).

Put the lever in position (P) to change a wheel safely.

WARNING

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PARKING

Pull the handbrake, select position (P) and follow the
instructions and important notes given in the "Starting
off" paragraph above. Leave the wheels steered. Block
the wheels with a wedge or a stone if the car is
parked on a steep slope.

BUZZER

A buzzer sounds in the following cases:

❒ when the lever is shifted to (R);

❒ when the ignition key is turned to STOP and the

lever is not at (P);

❒ when the driver’s door is opened with the key at

MAR and the lever not at (P).

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WARNING

When stationary with the engine running and the gear stick at (D), (L), (R) and set
for sequential operation, hold the brake pedal pressed to prevent the car from
moving.

WARNING

Never remove the ignition key when the car is moving since the steering wheel will
lock automatically at first steering.

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WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES

WARNING

If the Speedgear is failing, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have
the problem solved.

AUTOMATIC "SPEEDGEAR" GEARBOX
FAILURE (red)

The warning light should come on when the ignition
key is turned to MAR and should go out as soon as
the engine is started.

The warning light on the dial comes on flashing
(together with the message on the reconfigurable
multifunction display) when a fault in the gearbox is
found.

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Warning light

on dial

Message on reconfigurable

multifunction display

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t

Warning light

on dial

Message on reconfigurable

multifunction display

EXCESSIVE "SPEEDGEAR" GEARBOX OIL
TEMPERATURE (red)

The warning light on the dial comes on with fixed
light (together with the message on the
reconfigurable multifunction display) when the
gearbox oil reaches the maximum set temperature.

In this case, stop the car, leaving the engine on and
slightly accelerated to further activate the circulation
of the coolant fluid until the warning light turns off.

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TOWING THE CAR

Lift the car from the front for towing to avoid
damaging the gearbox. Make sure the gearbox is in
neutral (N) (checking that the car moves when
pushed) and proceed as for towing a normal car with
mechanical gearbox following the instructions given in
the Owner Handbook.

Should it be impossible to set the gearbox to neutral,
do not tow the car and contact a Fiat Dealership.

TOWING A TRAILER

Versions with Speedgear gearbox fit an electronic
clutch control system to ensure a gradual pick-up even
when towing a trailer.

IMPORTANT Take the lever to (L) when driving
downhill instead of using the brake constantly.

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FUSE

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IF A FUSE BLOWS

Speedgear automatic gearbox control unit

Speedgear automatic gearbox system
(ignition switch powered)

Speedgear automatic gearbox system (battery powered)

Gearbox cooling fan supply (where provided)

For fuse location see the illustrations in the Owner Handbook, in chapter "If a fuse blows".

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MAINTENANCE SERVICE SCHEDULE

The Service Schedule envisages Speedgear automatic transmission oil
level check every 20,000 km and oil change every 40,000 km (or every 3
years, without replacing the filter).

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Check the gearbox oil level with the specific dipstick in the engine
compartment. The dipstick hole is the filler to be used for topping up, if
required. Make sure that the oil level is always included between the two
reference lines MIN and MAX (H and C), on the dipstick. Frequent top­ups possibly indicate a leak. Have the car checked by a Fiat Dealership.

Cold check

Before starting off, with the engine idling and the car on level ground, the
oil level on the dipstick should reach the reference line next to the word
C.

Hot check

Check the oil level on the dipstick after driving at least 10 km with the
engine idling and the car on level ground. The level should reach the
reference line with the word H.

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WARNING

Check the oil level on the dipstick after driving at least 10 km with the engine idling and the car
on level ground. The level should reach the reference line with the word H.

Before checking the automatic gearbox oil level, position the gear lever at (P).

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ENGINES CODE - BODYWORK VERSIONS

Versions

1.216V

TRANSMISSION

Gearbox

Clutch

Drive

5 doors

188BXB11 05H

Bodywork version code

3 doors

188AXB11 04P

Engine type code

188A5000

1.216V

Continuous electronically controlled automatic gearbox

with six forward gears and reverse

Electronically controlled electro-hydraulic device

Front

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PERFORMANCE

Maximum speed after running-in: 165 km/h with lever at (D).

WEIGHTS

Kerb weight
(including fuel, spare wheel, tools and accessories):

Payload (*) including driver:

Maximum admitted loads (**)

– front axle:
– rear axle:
– total:

Towable loads:

– trailer with brakes:
– trailer without brakes:

Maximum load on roof:

Maximum load on tow hitch:

kg

960
975

510

850

750
1470
1485

1000

400

75

60

3 doors
5 doors

3/5 doors

3/5 doors
3/5 doors

3 doors
5 doors

3/5 doors
3/5 doors

3/5 doors

3/5 doors

(*) Specified payload.
(**) Loads not to be exceeded. The driver is responsible for arranging the loads so that they comply with these limits.

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CAPACITIES

Speedgear automatic
gearbox

FUEL CONSUMPTION

Fuel consumption according to
Directive 1999/100/EC
(litres x 100 km)

1.216V

Recommended fluids

and lubricants

TUTELA CVT N.G. –
Synthetic base oil for
continuous automatic
transmission

Combined

6.5

kg

1.8

Extra-urban

5.5

litres

1.98

Urban

8.4

CO2EMISSIONS IN EXHAUST

The CO2emission levels shown in the following table refer to combined cycle.

CO2emissions according to
Directive 1999/100/EC (g/km)

1.2

16V

155

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USING THE DUALOGIC GEARBOX

The car is fitted with a mechanical gearbox with electronic control called
“Dualogic” that can work in two operating modes: MANUAL and AUTO.
This gearbox includes a conventional mechanical transmission to which
an electronically-operated electrohydraulic device has been added which
controls automatically the clutch and gear engagement.

HOW TO MOVE OFF

Manual mode

❒ Press the brake pedal

❒ Start the engine

❒ Move the gear lever (A) to + (UP) to engage the first gear or to R to

engage reverse

❒ Release the brake pedal and press the accelerator pedal

❒ When running move the gear lever (A) to + (UP) for upshifting or to –

(DOWN) for downshifting.

Automatic mode

❒ Press the brake pedal

❒ Start the engine

❒ Move the gear lever (A) to A/M to engage the automatic mode or to R

to engage reverse

❒ Release the brake pedal and press the accelerator pedal.

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OPERATION

The gearbox can work in two operating modes:

❒ the first mode is manual (MANUAL): the driver directly requests

gearshifting;

❒ the second mode is automatic (AUTO): the system directly decides

when shifting gears. With this operating logic it is possible to activate
the ECO (Economy) function to contain consumption by pressing
button (E) on the gearbox mask.

To shift gears and to select the operating mode (MANUAL or AUTO)
use the gear lever (A) set on the central console (see figure).

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GEAR LEVER

The gear lever (A) is of the floating “multi-stable position” type, i.e.: it
features three stable positions and three unstable ones.

The three stable positions correspond to neutral (N), reverse (R) and
central position set between the unstable positions UP (+) and DOWN
(–) (see figure).

Unstable positions (i.e.: positions abandoned as soon as the gear lever is
released), are the upshifting position UP (+), the downshifting position
DOWN (–) and the automatic mode position (A/M).

To return to manual mode, set the gear lever back to A/M.

With the car stationary and the key removed, it is possible to shift the
lever with/without the brake pedal pressed. The system will perform no
actuation when shifting the lever and the gear engaged will be the one
stored before removing the ignition key.

IMPORTANT With the engine off and the car stationary, any error
between lever position and gear engaged is indicated by è warning light
coming on for a few seconds on the instrument panel together with the
message on the reconfigurable multifunction display.

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MANUAL OPERATION (MANUAL)

In this operating mode, the decision to change gear is
left to the driver who decides the most appropriate
moment.

To change gears in MANUAL operating mode proceed
as follows:

❒ move lever to + (UP) to engage higher gear;

or

❒ move lever to – (DOWN) to engage lower gear.

The system will cut in automatically preventing
gearshifting only if the request to change gear will
impair regular engine and transmission operation; the
system will also shift down gears automatically when
the engine (e.g.: at slowing down).

In the same way, the system will engage a higher gear if
the engine reaches high rpm.

The system will warn the driver that the required gear
will not be engaged through the sound of the buzzer
and a dedicated message on the reconfigurable
multifunction display (see paragraph “Warning lights
and messages”).

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AUTOMATIC OPERATION (AUTO)

For engaging/disengaging the automatic operating mode (AUTO), move
lever (A) to A/M: automatic mode activation is indicated by message
AUTO and gear engaged on the reconfigurable multifunction display
(see figure).

With AUTO mode active, the system decides to change gear depending
on car speed, engine rpm and how the accelerator pedal is pressed
(brake pedal if braking).

In this mode, the driver can shift gears depending on how the accelerator
pedal is pressed (kick down function): in this case it will be possible to
kickdown by one or more gears to obtain optimum acceleration (for
example when overtaking).

In AUTO mode it is however possible to change gears with the control
lever without deactivating the automatic mode; this function called "gear
advice", suspends the AUTO mode for the time required to change gear
and for the next 4 seconds (the display will show AUTO). The system
will then resume automatically the AUTO logic.

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Automatic operation (AUTO - ECO)

The ECO function can be activated only with automatic mode active.
To activate the ECO function press button (E) set on the mask near the

gearshift lever. After activating this function, the reconfigurable
multifunction display shows the gear engaged and words AUTO and E
(see figure).

With ECO function active the system will select the most suitable gear
(according to car speed, engine rpm and how the accelerator pedal is
pressed) to save as much fuel as possible.

If necessary (e.g.: overtaking) the system will change gears in order to
provide suitable torque and power for acceleration (this will take place in
automatic mode regardless of ECO function condition, ON or OFF).
In this way engine rpm will suddenly increase, excluding temporarily the
ECO function that will be automatically resumed when returning to the
previously set conditions.

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ENGAGED GEAR DISPLAYING

One second after turning the ignition key to MAR, the gear engaged and
the last operating mode adopted (AUTO or MANUAL) will be displayed
on the reconfigurable multifunction display:

N = neutral;

1 = first gear;

2 = second gear

3 = third gear;

4 = fourth gear;

5 = fifth gear;

R = reverse;

If the ECO function is on, the reconfigurable multifunction display will
show E (Economy) next to the gear engaged.

IMPORTANT If after 10 seconds (with ignition key to MAR) the display
does not show the gear engaged, turn the ignition key to STOP and wait
for the display to turn off, then repeat system switch on. If the fault
persists, contact Fiat Dealership.

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STARTING THE ENGINE

The engine can be started either with a gear engaged or in neutral (N),
always press the brake pedal first.

After starting:

❒ the gearbox sets to neutral (N) automatically

❒ lever (A) keeps the same position it had before starting

❒ the reconfigurable multifunction display shows (N) and a buzzer will

indicate if the lever position and the gear engaged are not matching

❒ gears that can be engaged are: 1st, 2nd or reverse (R) gear.

IMPORTANT When trying to start the engine with gearbox not in
neutral (any gearshift lever position other than N) and without pressing
the brake pedal, the reconfigurable multifunction display will show a
dedicated message (see paragraph “Warning lights and messages”). In this
event, to start the engine just repeat operation keeping the brake pedal
pressed.

IMPORTANT When the driver’s door is opened, the system starts the
hydraulic part to prepare it for when the engine is started.

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If the engine fails to start with the gear engaged, the driver is informed of the
potentially dangerous situation due to the fact that the gearbox is in neutral by
the buzzer.

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MOVING OFF THE CAR

The engine can be started either with 1

st

, 2nd(recommended on poor

grip roads), or reverse (R) gear.

Starting in 1stgear

❒ press the brake pedal

❒ with lever in (N) or (R) move the lever to central position

❒ with lever in central position yet, move the lever to + (UP)

❒ release the brake pedal and press the accelerator (pressing the

accelerator pedal quickly flat out will obtain a “brilliant” start).

Starting in 2

nd

gear

❒ press the brake pedal

❒ with lever in (N) or (R) move the lever to central position and then to

+ (UP)

❒ with lever in central position yet, move the lever twice to + (UP)

❒ release the brake pedal and press the accelerator.

Starting in reverse (R)

❒ press the brake pedal (car stationary)

❒ move the lever to (R)

❒ release the brake pedal and press the accelerator.

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If the engine fails to start with the gear engaged, the driver is informed of the
potentially dangerous situation due to the fact that the gearbox is in neutral by
the buzzer.

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WARNING

After a request to shift gear with the car stationary, before pressing the
accelerator pedal to make the car move, the driver must always check the
reconfigurable multifunction display to see that the gear engaged is the one
required.

SHIFTING GEARS

Proceed as follows:

❒ move lever to + (UP) to engage higher gear;

or

❒ move lever to – (DOWN) to engage lower gear;

To engage neutral (N) move the lever rightwards and then up, to engage
reverse (R) move the lever rightwards and then down.

With the engine off, key to MAR and the car stationary it is possible to
engage all the gears.

IMPORTANT Before using the gearshift lever, always check the gear
engaged on the reconfigurable multifunction display (N,1,2,3,4,5,R).

IMPORTANT Once a gear has been changed it is necessary to
immediately release the gearshift lever. A prolonged manoeuvre (over 12
seconds) makes the buzzer sound and the system switching automatically
to AUTO; everything stops releasing the gearshift lever.

IMPORTANT When parking the car on a sloping road and engaging a
gear to keep it braked, always check that the display shows the new gear
engaged and wait (after turning the key to STOP) for 1 or 2 seconds
before releasing the brake pedal to allow a complete engagement of the
clutch.

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Neutral (N) engagement/disengagement

To engage neutral (N) when travelling release the accelerator pedal: the
neutral command is accepted only with car speed below 80 km/h., With
speed exceeding 80 km/h the system will refuse neutral command and it
will keep the current gear engaged. The reconfigurable multifunction
display will show the message “Operation Not Allowed” (see paragraph
“Warning lights and messages”). Buzzer will also sound.

It is not possible to engage neutral pressing the accelerator pedal: in this
case the system will keep the current gear engaged and the
reconfigurable multifunction display will show the message “Operation
Not Allowed” (see paragraph “Warning lights and messages”). Buzzer will
also sound.

With the car moving, to disengage neutral (N), move the lever to central
position without pressing the brake pedal: the system will automatically
engage the best gear in relation to engine rpm/car speed and the
reconfigurable multifunction display will show the operating logic mode
active and the gear engaged.

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Reverse (R) engagement/disengagement

Reverse can only be engaged in the following cases:

❒ brake pedal pressed;

❒ car almost at standstill.

With reverse engaged, the reconfigurable multifunction display will show
the operating mode and logic active and pictogram (R).

When trying to engage reverse (R) without pressing the brake pedal at a
speed of approx. 10 km/h, the system will automatically engage neutral
(N) and the reconfigurable multifunction display will show message “Push
Brake Pedal - Repeat Operat.”.

When trying to engage reverse (R) with car speed exceeding 10 km/h,
the system will refuse to change gear and the reconfigurable
multifunction display will show message “Operation Not Allowed”.
The system will refuse to change gear and the reconfigurable
multifunction display will show the operating mode and logic active and
the current gear engaged (in addition to the above message), buzzer will
also sound.

Stopping the car (with gearshift lever to R), the system will automatically
engage neutral (N).

IMPORTANT With brake pedal pressed, reverse can be engaged only if
the car stops within 3 seconds.

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Reverse disengagement is performed with car almost
stopped, brake pedal pressed and lever to central
position.

When trying to engage 1

st

gear (1) without pressing
the brake pedal with speed below 10 km/h the
reconfigurable multifunction display will show the
message:

❒ “Push Brake Pedal - Repeat Operat.”: the system

will refuse to change gear, will engage neutral (N)
and the reconfigurable multifunction display will
show the operating mode and logic active and
pictogram “N” (in addition to the above message).
Buzzer will also sound.

When trying to engage 1

st

gear with brake pedal
pressed and car speed exceeding 10 km/h, the
reconfigurable multifunction display will show the
following message:

❒ “Operation Not Allowed”: the system will refuse to

change gear and the reconfigurable multifunction
display (in addition to the above message) will show
the operating mode and logic active and pictogram
“R” (current gear engaged). Buzzer will also sound.

SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE AND
SYSTEM DEACTIVATION

Turning the ignition key to STOP the engine turns off
but the system is still active.

After about 2-4 seconds from when the key has been
moved to STOP, the hydraulic part is deactivated and
the reconfigurable multifunction display is turned off
immediately afterwards; only at this point is the system
deactivated.

The gear selected before switching off the engine
remains engaged.

If the engine is stopped with the gearbox in neutral
(N) the buzzer calls the driver’s attention so that the
car can be put in safety conditions engaging 1

st

gear (1)
or reverse (R). In this case, the ignition key should be
turned to MAR and with the brake pedal pressed,
engage 1stgear (1) or reverse (R).

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IMPORTANT Should the engine go off with the car
on the move, the next time it is started the instru­ment panel warning light Y may come on. In this
case check that the warning light Y goes off turning
the engine off and on again with the car stationary: if
not contact Fiat Dealership.

FAILURE INDICATION

System failures are shown by instrument panel warn­ing light t (together with the message on the
reconfigurable multifunction display) (see paragraph
“Warning lights and messages”).

In the event of a failure:

❒ buzzer will sound intermittently;

❒ automatic mode (AUTO) will automatically be

engaged (for certain types of failures), to allow dri­ving to the nearest Fiat Dealership to have the fault
eliminated.

For certain faults, the system only allows the engage­ment of certain gears: first gear (1), second gear (2)
and reverse (R).

Turn the engine off (with system deactivation as a consequence) keeping the brake
pedal pressed: release the pedal ONLY when the reconfigurable multifunction
display goes off.

WARNING

Never remove the ignition key when the car is moving. In addition to the fact that
the system would not work properly up to stopping the car, the steering wheel
would lock automatically the first time it is turned.

WARNING

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BUZZER WARNINGS

The buzzer is activated when:

❒ the car is parked with the gearbox in neutral (N)

(signal that can be noted turning the ignition key to
STOP);

❒ clutch overheating occurs while the car is being

started (in this case it is necessary to “force”
starting avoiding hesitation or, if the car is on a
slope, release the accelerator and use the brake
pedal to stop the car;

Still due to safety reasons, with the car stationary, the
engine running and gear (1), (2) or (R) engaged, the
system activates the buzzer and automatically shifts to
neutral (N) when:

❒ no action is made on the accelerator and/or brake

pedals for at least 3 minutes;

❒ the brake is pressed for over 10 minutes;

❒ the driver’s door is opened and the accelerator and

brake
are not touched for at least 3 seconds;

❒ a gearbox failure has been detected.

PARKING THE CAR

To park the car safely it is absolutely necessary to
press the brake pedal and to engage first gear or
reverse (R) and also the hand brake if the car is on a
slope; it is also absolutely necessary to wait for the
reconfigurable multifunction display showing the gear
engaged to go off before releasing the brake pedal.

IMPORTANT Never leave the car with gearbox in
neutral (N).

STOPPING THE CAR

To stop the car, release the accelerator pedal and, if
necessary, press the brake pedal. With the car on
uphill slope and the engine running, use the brake
pedal only; do not press the accelerator.

Regardless of the gear engaged and the operating
mode active, the system automatically disengages the
clutch and shifts to a lower gear.

Stopping the car the system automatically engages 1

st

gear (1).

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SYSTEM SAFETY

The system features some automatic/security devices
which simplify driving:

❒ when slowing down the transmission ratio is

automatically reduced to be ready for picking up
again; otherwise, when the car is stopped, the
gearbox will automatically be in 1

st

gear;

❒ if the engine reaches the maximum permissible

speed and accelerating continues (without the
cutting in of the ESP system (where provided), the
system automatically engages a higher gear;

❒ cutting in of the ESP system (where provided), at

engine peak rpm will inhibit gear shifting (gears can
be only engaged by operating the gearshift lever);

❒ with car at a standstill, pedals released, engine

running and gear engaged, 3 seconds after opening
the driver’s door, the system will automatically
engage neutral (N) to prevent accidental car
movement.

IMPORTANT It is advisable to wait for the end of a
gear shifting operation before requesting another one,
to avoid multiple requests in rapid succession.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

❒ With the car stopped and a gear engaged always

keep the brake pedal pressed until deciding to move
off, then release the brake pedal and accelerate
gradually;

❒ during prolonged halts with the engine running it is

advisable to keep the gearbox in neutral (N);

❒ when the car is parked facing uphill, to safeguard

clutch efficiency do not use the accelerator to keep
the car still since clutch overheating could damage
it. Use the brake pedal and press the accelerator
pedal only when deciding to move off;

❒ use second gear (2) only when more control is

needed for moving off manoeuvres with poor grip;

❒ if, in reverse gear (R), first gear (1) is engaged or

vice versa, shift gear only when the car is stopped
completely and with the brake pedal pressed;

❒ though highly inadvisable, if when travelling downhill

for some unexpected reason the car is set to neutral
(N), when the engagement of a gear is requested, the
system automatically engages the best gear in relation
to the speed of the car to allow the correct
transmission of torque to the wheels;

❒ when travelling downhill with a gear engaged and

the accelerator released (if the car is moving),
beyond a pre-established speed, the system engages
the clutch automatically to give the car adequate
engine braking.

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Warning light

on dial

Message on reconfigurable

multifunction display

“DUALOGIC” GEARBOX FAILURE (red)

Turning the ignition key to MAR the warning light
on the cluster shall come on, but it should go off as
soon as the engine is started.

The warning light comes on flashing on the cluster
(together with the message on the reconfigurable
multifunction display and the buzzer) to indicate a
gearbox failure.

In the case of a gearbox fault, contact Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have
the system checked.

WARNING

t

WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES

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Warning light

on dial

Message on reconfigurable

multifunction display

REDUCE GEARS (amber)

Warning light

è

comes on (together with the
message on the reconfigurable multifunction display)
to warn the driver of the excessive use of the
gearbox.

In this event, the system could automatically activate
system protection procedure.

è

If the warning light continues to stay on (together with the message on the
reconfigurable multifunction display), contact Fiat Dealership.

WARNING

MANUAL MODE NOT AVAILABLE (amber)

Warning light

è

comes on (together with the
message on the reconfigurable multifunction display)
when, with engine on, the MANUAL mode cannot
be selected.

è

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Warning light

on dial

Message on reconfigurable

multifunction display

AUTOMATIC MODE
NOT AVAILABLE (amber)

Warning light

è

comes on (together with the
message on the reconfigurable multifunction display)
when, with engine on, the AUTO mode cannot be
selected.

è

CLUTCH OVERTEMPERATURE
(amber)

Warning light

è

comes on (together with the
message on the reconfigurable multifunction display
and the buzzer) to indicate clutch overheating.

If the warning light continues to stay on (together with the message on the
reconfigurable multifunction display), contact Fiat Dealership.

WARNING

è

When the car is parked facing uphill, to safeguard clutch efficiency do not use the accelerator to
keep the car still since clutch overheating could damage it. Use the brake pedal and press the
accelerator pedal only when deciding to move off.

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Warning light

on dial

Message on reconfigurable

multifunction display

PUSH BRAKE PEDAL ­DELAYED STARTUP (amber)

Warning light

è

comes on (together with the
messages displayed in turns and in sequence on the
reconfigurable multifunction display and the buzzer)
to indicate brake pedal failure when trying to start
the engine.

IMPORTANT Messages are displayed only if at
startup a gear other than neutral (N) is engaged.

è

If the warning light continues to stay on (together with the message on the
reconfigurable multifunction display), contact Fiat Dealership.

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Warning light

on dial

Message on reconfigurable

multifunction display

GEAR NOT AVAILABLE (amber)

Warning light

è

comes on (together with the
message on the reconfigurable multifunction display
and the buzzer) in the following cases:

❒ system failure inhibiting gear shifting;

or

❒ system failure allowing to engage only 1

st

gear

(1), 2ndgear (2) or reverse (R).

è

OPERATION NOT ALLOWED (amber)

Warning light

è

comes on (together with the
message on the reconfigurable multifunction display
and the buzzer) when the system refuses the
request to change gear since certain indispensable
conditions are lacking.

è

If the warning light continues to stay on (together with the message on the
reconfigurable multifunction display), contact Fiat Dealership.

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Warning light

on dial

Message on reconfigurable

multifunction display

PUSH BRAKE PEDAL ­REPEAT OPERATION (amber)

Warning light

è

comes on (together with the
message on the reconfigurable multifunction display
and in certain cases with the buzzer) when trying to
engage first gear, second gear or reverse, with car
stopped and engine on, without pressing the brake
pedal.

SET TO NEUTRAL (N) (amber)

Warning light ècomes on (together with the
message on the reconfigurable multifunction display
and the buzzer) to warn the driver that neutral shall
be engaged.

Engage neutral (N), displayed message and warning
light shall go off.

è

If the warning light continues to stay on (together with the message on the
reconfigurable multifunction display), contact Fiat Dealership.

WARNING

è

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TOWING THE CAR

Make sure that the gearbox is in neutral (N) (checking
that the car moves if pushed) and tow as for a car with
normal mechanical gearbox (see Owner Handbook).

Should it be impossible to set to neutral, do not tow
the car and contact Fiat Dealership.

MAINTENANCE SERVICE
SCHEDULE

Check Dualogic gearbox oil level every 20,000 km.

CHECKING OIL LEVEL

DUALOGIC GEARBOX HYDRAULIC
SYSTEM OIL

To have the oil level checked contact Fiat Dealership
only.

AIR CLEANER

1.28V VERSIONS

Refer to Owner Handbook to replace the air cleaner.

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IF A FUSE BLOWS

FUSE AMPERE

Dualogic gearbox fuse box F56 15

Dualogic gearbox oil pump F57 30

Dualogic gearbox fuse box
power supply (+ key) F16 7.5

For fuse location see pictures in paragraph “If a fuse blows” in
section “In an emergency” in the Owner Handbook.

Used gearbox oil contains dangerous substances for the environment. For changing the oil we advise
contacting Fiat Dealerships who are equipped for disposing of used oil respecting nature and the
law.

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ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS

Versions Engine code Body versions

3 door 5 door

1.28V 188A4000 188AXA12 24 188BXA12 25

1.3 Multijet 188A9000 188AXH12 26 188BXH12 27

TRANSMISSION

1.28V - 1.3 Multijet

Gearbox Five forward gears and reverse,

electrohydraulic system with electronic control

Clutch Electric-hydraulic device with electronic control

Drive Front

PERFORMANCE

Top speed after initial car use in km/h.

1.28V 1.3 Multijet

155 164

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WEIGHTS

Weights (kg)

Kerb weight
(including fuel and fluids, spare wheel,
tools and accessories): 3-door

5-door

Payload (*)
including the driver: 3/5 door

Maximum admitted loads (**)
– front axle: 3/5 door
– rear axle: 3/5 door
– total: 3-door

5-door

Towable loads:
– trailer with brakes: 3/5 door
– trailer without brakes: 3/5 door

Maximum load on roof: 3/5 door

Maximum load on tow hitch: 3/5 door

(*) If special equipment is fitted (sunroof, tow hitch, etc.) the unladen car weight increases thus reducing the specified payload, with regard to

the maximum permissible loads.

(**) Loads not to be exceeded. It is the driver’s responsibility to place goods in the boot and/or on the loading surface in accordance with the

maximum permissible loads.

(

●

) For markets where applicable.

1.3 Multijet

975
990

510

820

750
1485
1500

1000/400(

●

)

400

75

60

1.28V

870
885

510

750

750
1380
1395

1000/400(

●

)

400

75

60

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CAPACITIES

Dualogic gearbox hydraulic system

Specified fuels

Recommended products

TUTELA CAR CS SPEED ­Special oil with
“ATF DEXRON III” additive

1.2

8V - 1.3 Multijet

kg

0.59

litres

0.70

FUEL CONSUMPTION

Fuel consumption according to Directive 1999/100/EC Urban Extra-urban Combined
(litres x 100 km)

1.28V 6.8 4.7 5.5

1.3 Multijet 5.4 3.8 4.4

CO2EMISSIONS IN EXHAUST

The CO2emission levels at the exhaust given in the following table refer to combined consumption.

CO

2

emissions according to 1999/100/EC Directive (g/km)

1.28V 1.3 Multijet

130 117

NOTES

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