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This Owner Handbook describes all Fiat SEDICI versions.

1. 64 Bulb replacement 223 Tires Compact spare 211 208 210 Technical 253 Vehicle cleaning Vehicle identification Vehicle loading and towing 173 174 98 101 107 Warning and indicator lights 74 Weights eicere niente predia 254 Wheels Changing treten 212 Technical data 253 Windows Electric window controls 24 Manual window controls 24 Windshield defroster 98 101 107 Windshield washer 65 6 lt cic ciere 201 Windshield wiper Blades teste 227 octies 65 2WD A4WD switch 92 159 PROVISIONS FOR THE PROCESSING OF VEHICLE AT THE END OF ITS LIFE CYCLE For years now Fiat has been developing its global commitment towards the safeguarding and protection of the Environment through the continuous improvement of its production processes and the making of increasingly more friendly products With a view to guaranteeing the best possible service to clients in full observance of environmental standards and in response to the obligations imposed by European Directive 2000 5
2. Check man al transaxle gear level Change manual transaxle gear oil oy Check rear differential oil level 4x4 version Change rear differential oil 4x4 version just the first time at 15 000 km Check suspension operation Check steering system Check engine management system operation e e e e e e via diagnostic socket as 2 mm bel pollen fi filter every 2 years Regardless of the number of kilometres covered the timing belt should be replaced every 4 years for particularly demanding use cold climates driving in the city idling for a long time or in any case every 5 years The engine oil and oil filter should be changed when the warning light on the dashboard comes on or every 2 years 189 190 MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDED UNDER SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS If the vehicle is usually used under the conditions corresponding to any severe condition code given below it is recommended that applicable maintenance operation be performed at the particular interval as given in the chart below Severe condition code Repeated short trips Driving on rough and or muddy roads Driving on dusty roads Driving in extremely cold weather and or salted roads E Repeated short trips in extremely cold weather Leaded fuel use
3. 795158 Registered maximum vertical load on trailer hitch point 50 kg 110 Ibs Maximum permissible overhang 810 mm 31 9 in TOWING YOUR VEHICLE RECREATIONAL TOWING Your vehicle may be towed behind an other vehicle such as a motorhome pro vided you use the proper towing method specified for your vehicle The towing method you must use depends on the specifications of your vehicle whether it is a 2 wheel drive 2WD vehicle or a 4 wheel drive 4WD vehicle Use the towing instruction table to select the proper towing method for your vehi cle and carefully follow the correspond ing instructions Be sure to use proper towing equipment designed for recre ational towing and make sure that tow ing speed does not exceed 90 km h 55 mph IMPORTANT Towing an automatic transaxle vehicle with four wheels on the ground can result in damage to the auto matic transaxle When you tow your vehicle follow the instructions below to avoid accidents and damage to your vehicle In addition be sure to observe government and local re quirements regarding vehicle lighting and trailer hitches or tow bars VN WARNING A WARNING A safety chain should always be used when you tow your vehicle 179 180 TOWING INSTRUCTION TABLE DRIVE TRAIN 2WD 4WD including TRANSAXLE AIT MIT MIT TOWING METHOD A B 2WD mode AB TOWING METHOD A
4. 80JS026 FRONT AIR BAGS The driver s front air bag is located behind the center pad of the steering wheel and the front passenger s front air bag is lo cated behind the passenger s side of the dashboard The words SRS AIRBAG are molded into the air bag covers to identi fy the location of the air bags Do not apply stickers or oth er 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 e g mobile phones on the dashboard on pas senger side since they could interfere with proper air bag inflation and al so cause serious injury A WARNING 80J2009 Frontal collision range 60G032 Front air bags will not inflate Front air bags will probably not inflate 65D236A Front air bags are designed to inflate on ly in severe frontal collisions They are not designed to inflate in rear impacts side im pacts rollovers or minor frontal collisions since they would offer no protection in those types of accidents Remember since an air bag deploys only one time during an accident seat belts are needed to restrain occupants from further movements dur ing the accident 65D237A Therefore an air bag is NOT a substitute for seat belts To maximize your protec tion ALWAYS WEAR YOUR SEAT BELTS Be aware that no system can pre vent all possible injuries that may occur in an accident
5. 79JM016 To remove the air cleaner element Remove the air cleaner inlet hose 1 Remove the bolts 2 loosen the bolt 3 and lift the air cleaner case 4 di rectly above IMPORTANT When lifting the air clean er make sure the air cleaner does not in terfere the engine oil dipstick 5 to avoid damage the dipstick Unclamp the side clamps and remove the element from the air cleaner case If it appears to be dirty replace it with a new one SPARK PLUGS Gasoline engine For Nickel spark plugs traditional type You should inspect spark plugs periodi cally for carbon deposits When carbon accumulates on a spark plug a strong spark may not be produced Remove car bon deposits with a wire or pin and adjust the spark plug gap To access the spark plugs Remove the air cleaner case Refer to Air Cleaner in this section If necessary disconnect the coupler 1 while pushing the release lever Remove the ignitor bolts Pull the spark plug boots out NOTE When installation make sure the wires couplers sealing rubber of air clean er assy and washers are correctly re turned in place Correct 60G102 6001605 O When disconnecting the spark plug ca bles pull on the boot not on the ca ble itself Pulling on the cable can dam age it O
6. or fold down the antenna when the antenna hits anything such as a low ceiling in a parking garage or putting a vehicle cover over your ve hicle GENERAL 1 Power on off knob Volume control knob 2 Mute button 3 Audio control button 4 Up button 5 Down button Power On Off Press the power on off knob 1 to switch power on Press the power on off knob 1 again to switch power off Volume Up Down Turn the volume control knob 1 clock wise to increase the volume Turn the volume control knob 1 counter clockwise to decrease the volume 79J189 Mute On Off Press the mute button 2 to temporari ly muffle the sound Press the mute button 2 again to restore the sound to the preceding level NOTE CD mode play is temporarily stopped pause instead of muting CJ If power is switched off or if some but ton is pressed mute is automatically re leased Audio Control Bass Treble Balance Fader can be ad justed Press the audio control button 3 to se lect the desired item 113 114 Each time the audio control button 3 is pressed the selectable items change as fol lows BAS Bass TRE Treble BAL Balance FAD Fader AVC Auto Volume Con trol only MP3 version Pressing the audio control button 3 again releases Audio Control Press the up button 4 or the down but ton 5 to adjust the selected item
7. If no doors are opened within about 30 seconds after unlocking by pushing the request switch the doors will be locked automatically again 80JM020 1 80 cm When the remote controller is within ap proximately 80 cm from a front door han dle or rear door you can lock or unlock the doors by pushing the request switch NOTE request switch operating range is within approximately 80 cm of the door handle or rear door handle If the re mote controller is outside this range it will not operate the request switch If the battery of the remote controller runs down or there are strong radio waves or noise the operating range may be narrower or the remote con troller may be inoperative If you are too close to the door glass the remote controller may not oper ate spare remote controller is in the ve hicle the request switches may not op erate normally O The remote controller will only oper ate a request switch if it is within the switch s operating range For example if the remote controller is within the operating range of the driver s door re quest switch the driver s door switch can be operated but the front passen ger s door switch or rear door switch can not be operated IMPORTANT The remote controller is a sensitive electronic instrument To avoid damaging the remote controller Do not expose it to impacts moisture or high temperature such as
8. 63 Front seat 139 arking Keyless Entry HE NM a i Keyless Entry System I8 254 AMORIS autetn Shopping 145 Keyless Start I5 Pretensioners for seat belts 45 SNOW CHAINS terrores 171 Luggage compartment Radio 147 144 211 Luggage compartment 146 23 Sparkpl gs ite 202 Luggage compartment light 146 Rear fog light 64 5 84 Luggage restraint loops 145 Rear window washer Spot oss spada ci 138 M inb headlich 63 66 Starting the engine iN a eA RE LS 152 an Dean TCC Rear window wiper If the engine is 236 PUB replacement FIRES bk EE 222 Blades irc 229 f the starter does not operate 236 Maintenance programmed 183 Cont Olisit 66 Jump starting Maintenance 185 100 104 Steering Severe driving conditions 190 Refuelling Capacities 10 254 Steering
9. WARNING IMPORTANT Do not drive with your hand resting on the gear lever as the force exerted even if slight could lead over time to premature wear on the gearbox inter nal components 5 speed manual transaxle for Gasoline engine 63051 6 speed manual transaxle for Diesel engine 9072093 Automatic transaxle 77 021 FUEL FILLER The fuel filler cap is located on the left rear side of the vehicle The fuel filler lid can be unlocked by pulling up the opener lever lo cated on the outboard side of the driver s seat and locked by simply closing the lid WARNING Remove the fuel filler cap slowly The fuel may be un der pressure and may spray out caus ing injury Gasoline is extremely flam mable Do not smoke when refueling and make sure there are no open flames or sparks in the area A ZENNE S 79J048 79K053 56KN078 To remove the fuel filler cap VN WARNING CJ Open the fuel filler door If you need to replace the fu el cap use a genuine Fiat cap or its equivalent Use of an improper cap can result in a malfunction of the NOTE The cap holder 1 can hold the fu fuel system or emission control system el filler cap 2 when refueling It may also result in fuel leakage in the event of an accident CJ Remove the cap by turning it counter clockwise To reinstall the fuel filler cap O Turn the cap clockwise until you h
10. pressing the clutch on vehicles with manual gearbox switching off the engine starter swit ch set to OFF O by disabling the system MAIN but ton 1 set to OFF when the vehicle speed is reduced by approximately 2076 compared with the set speed when the vehicle speed is below 36 km h 22 mph in the event of ESP system interven tion where provided in the event of system breakdown NOTE By pressing the accelerator the sy stem is not actually disengaged but the re quired acceleration takes precedence over maintaining the stored speed Cruise Con trol however remains enabled and will return to the previous condition once the accelerator has been released without ha ving to press the RES ACC button 2 IMPORTANT When travelling with the device on never set the gearshift lever to neutral IMPORTANT In the event of malfunction or failure disable the device MAIN but ton 1 set to and see your Fiat Dealership INSTRUMENT rines INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS SPEEDOMETER cnici TACHOMETER retenti eo acis FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE GAUGE OVERHEAT INDICATOR LIGHT for Diesel Engine INFORMATION HAZARD WARNING SWITCH 60
11. Power on off knob Volume control knob 4 Up button 5 Down button 9 Auto frequency button 10 Traffic announcement button Program type button What is RDS Some FM stations are broadcasting added data compatible with RDS This radio set of fers convenient functions using such data RDS service availability varies with areas Please understand the following functions are not available in some areas J AF Alternative Frequency The unit searches for a station in better receiving condition that emits the same programme as now received and auto matically selects that station 115 116 794191 REG Region An area in which the AF function may be used to select stations can be set When REG is ON the AF function is effective in the present area only O PS Program Service Name Instead of the frequency the name of the broadcast station appears Program Programs can be searched for by PTY TA Traffic Announcement The unit can search for stations emitting TP traffic programmes and tune in to such stations in preference to others Sta tions emitting TP are called TP stations O EON Enhanced Other Network RDS information is updated constantly in response to the current position The EON indicator remains lit while RDS information is received Emergency Announcement Reception Emergency announcements are automat ic
12. The RPT indicator remains lit during re peat play CJ DISC REPEAT Play For disc repeat play playing the present disc repeatedly press the repeat button 15 for about second or more To release disc repeat play press the re peat button 15 again The D RPT indicator remains lit during disc repeat play RANDOM Play O RANDOM Play For random play playing the disc tracks at random press the random play button 16 To release random play press the random play button 16 again The RDM indicator remains lit during random play J DISC RANDOM Play For disc random play playing the tracks of all discs at random press the random play button 16 for about second or more To release disc random play press the random play button 16 again The D RDM indicator remains lit during disc random play 119 120 MP3 WMA PLAYER for versions markets where provided 4 File up button 5 File down button 12 CD button 13 Eject button 15 Repeat button 16 Random play button 17 Folder up button 18 Folder down button 20 Text display button What is MP3 WMA MPEGI 2 Audio Layer ll IIl and WMA Windows MediaTM Audio are the compression formats of digital audio The former is developed by MPEG Mo tion Picture Experts Group and the lat ter is developed by Microsoft Corpora tion Using these compression formats you can record the contents of about 10 mus
13. 7940149 7940173 For Diesel Engine Model Main fuse Primary fuse 2 gt peto 80A 30A Glow Fuel heater All electric load Light EM Front fog light fuse Ignition Power steering control module fuse ABS motor fuse Radiator fan fuse ABS solenoid fuse Starting motor fuse Ignition Blower fan fuse Main fuse Primary fuse 20 15 Air compressor fuse m 7 modi nes 22 L Air compressor rely 2 gt ae 3 I cC E ne E e es 2 22 52 2225 P E I 222222222220 42 10 Fuel injection INJ DVR Fuel injection fuse 219 220 79J093 794011 FUSES UNDER THE DASH BOARD Main fuse Primary fuse 15 Lam LAR SSN ie 6 D Tre une x pep E uu EE C OMM tdm TM d ERE E NE xe Back up light Meter SIG ar Anti lock p light Stop ight e Door lock LI MEM
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15. Dear Customer Thank you for selecting Fiat and congratulations on your choice of a Fiat SEDICI We have written this handbook to help you get to know all your new vehicle 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 SEDICI technological features What s more every single component of the Fiat SEDICI is fully recyclable At the end of your vehicle s useful lifespan any Fiat Dealership will be pleased to make arrangements for your vehicle to be recycled and nature benefits in two ways there s no pol lution from waste disposal and the demand for raw materials is reduced The enclosed Warranty Booklet lists the services that Fiat offers to its Customers O the Warranty Certificate with terms and conditions for maintaining its validity O the range of additional services available to Fiat Customers Best regards and good motoring This Owner Handbook describes all Fiat SEDICI versions As a consequence you should consider only the information which is related to the engine and bodywork version of the vehicle you purchased FIAT ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS AND FIAT RE CONDITIONED SPARE PARTS FIAT ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS These spare parts ensure the reliability and technological quality needed to trav el safely Designed
16. FROM THE FRONT FRONT WHEELS ON A DOLLY AND REAR WHEELS ON THE GROUND 54G641 54G212 A 2WD EXCEPT 2WD MODE OF 4WD VEHICLES WITH MANUAL TRANSAXLE OR AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE Secure the front wheels on a towing dolly according to the instructions pro vided by the dolly manufacturer O Release the parking brake 2WD EXCEPT 2WD MODE TOWING METHOD B OF 4WD VEHICLES WITH FROM THE FRONT MANUAL TRANSAXLE FOUR WHEELS ON THE GROUND Shift the manual transaxle lever into neutral O Turn the ignition key to the ACC po sition to unlock the steering wheel O Release the parking brake IMPORTANT The steering column is not strong enough to withstand shocks trans mitted from the front wheels during tow ing Always unlock the steering wheel be fore towing J 79J130 182 4WD INCLUDING 2WD MODE OF 4WD VEHICLES WITH MANUAL TRANSAXLE IMPORTANT Do not tow the 4WD vehi cle with either front wheels or rear wheels directly on the ground and the transaxle in neutral If you do the transaxle will be damaged fatally Shift the 2WD 4WD switch to the 2 mode 1 Shift the manual transaxle lever into neutral Turn the ignition key to the ACC position to unlock the steering wheel Release the parking brake IMPORTANT The steering column is not strong enough to withstand shocks transmitted from the front wheels dur ing t
17. ings Check the inflation pressure from time to time while inflating the tire gradually until the specified pressure is obtained Never underinflate overinflate the tires Underinflation can cause unusual handling characteristics or can cause the rim to slip on the tire bead re sulting in an accident or damage to the tire or rim Overinflation can cause the tire to burst resulting in personal injury Overinflation can also cause unusu al handling characteristics which may result in an accident A WARNING Hitting curbs and running over rocks can damage tires and affect wheel alignment Be sure to have tires and wheel alignment checked periodically by your Fiat Dealership O Check for loose wheel bolts 54G136 Tread wear indicator 2 Indicator location mark O Check that the depth of the tread groove is more than 1 6 mm 0 06 in To help you check this the tires have molded in tread wear indicators in the grooves When the indicators appear on the tread surface the remaining depth of the tread is 1 6 mm 0 06 in or less and the tire should be replaced C Check for abnormal wear cracks and damage Any tires with cracks or oth er damage should be replaced If any tires show abnormal wear have them inspected by your Fiat Dealership Check that there are no nails stones or other objects sticking into the tires 209 210 Your Fiat is equipped with tires whi
18. the engine may not start when you turn the ignition switch to START If the engine does not start close all doors completely or turn the ignition switch back to the LOCK position then start the engine The ignition switch has the following four positions LOCK 1 This is the normal parking position It is the only position in which the key can be removed It locks the ignition and pre vents normal use of the steering wheel If your vehicle is equipped with the auto matic transaxle key inter lock system the ignition switch can be turned to the LOCK position only when the gearshift lever is in the P Park position To release the steering lock turn the ig nition switch clockwise to one of the oth er positions If you have trouble turning the ignition switch to unlock the steer ing try turning the steering wheel slightly to the right or left while turning the switch Manual transaxle vehicle You must push in the ignition switch to turn it from the LOCK position to the ACC position To return to the LOCK position from the ACC posi tion turn the ignition switch counter clockwise while pushing in the switch Automatic transaxle vehicle To turn the ignition switch push the switch ACC 2 Accessories such as the radio can oper ate but the engine is off ON 3 This is the normal operating position All electrical systems are on START 4 This is the position for st
19. 63 WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER LEVER 65 REAR WINDOW WIPER WASHER SWITCH for versions markets where provided 66 TILT STEERING LOCK LEVER for versions markets where provided 67 REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS for versions markets where provided 68 HORN M 68 CRUISE CONTROL for versions markets where provided 69 57 58 22 650611 WARNING To avoid possible injury do not operate controls by reaching through the steering wheel IGNITION SWITCH VEHICLE WITHOUT KEYLESS START SYSTEM The ignition switch has the following four positions LOCK This is the normal parking position It is the only position in which the key can be removed It locks the ignition and prevents normal use of the steering wheel after the key is removed Manual transaxle vehicles You must push in the key to turn it to the LOCK position It locks the ignition and prevents normal use of the steering wheel after the key is removed Automatic transaxle vehicles The gearshift lever must be in the P Park position to turn the key to the LOCK position It locks the ignition and prevents normal use of the steering wheel and gearshift lever 60B041A Turn to LOCK d s 60G033A Manual transaxle To release the steering
20. Hazard warning switch Other switches for versions markets where provided Heater control panel Audio for versions markets where provided Cigarette lighter Hood release Center ventilator Side ventilator Side defroster Glove box Fuse box Air bag for versions markets where provided Right hand drive 16 8 5 11 3 1 16 Left hand drive 13 13 12 3 14 7 9 16 1 4 11 5 8 16 12 13 13 12 13 13 79JM021 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Speedometer Tachometer Fuel gauge Temperature gauge Information display Trip meter selector knob Indicator selector knob uU Warning and indicator lights 79JF018 73 74 WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING BRAKE 65D477 For working check of this light there are following three different type operations depending on the vehicle s specification O The light comes on briefly when the ig nition switch is turned to the ON and or START position The light comes on when the parking brake is engaged with the ignition switch in the ON position O The light comes on when under either or both of above two conditions The light also comes on when the fluid in the brake fluid reservoir falls below the specified level The light should go out after starting the engine and fully releasing the parking brake if the fluid level in
21. Keyless Start system 15 Opening closing 12 Drive 191 Driving tips Driving hills Driving on slippery roads 171 Highway driving 170 Emergency service 231 Engine jiAir cleaner 201 Engine coolant 198 Engine oil and filter 191 If the engine is 236 If the engine overheats 236 If the starter does not operate 236 JUMP starting 233 Oil consumption 151 Serial number 246 Spark plugs 202 tincta 152 Technical specifications 249 Temperature gauge 85 Engine 198 Engine coolant temperature gauge 85 Engine hood te 140 Engine oil Changing oil and filter 193 Consumption sees 151 Level CHECK 192 Oil life monitoring 89 Specifications 191 Engine oil filter change 194 Engine oil life monitoring 89 ESP Elec
22. MAIN button ON device enabled OFF device disabled RES ACC button call up stored speed increase set speed SET COAST button store speed de crease set speed CANCEL button switch off device CRUISE warning light device enabled SET warning light device working N FSUV1650 ENABLING OF THE DEVICE To enable the device and prepare it for operation press the MAIN button 1 The CRUISE warning light on the in strument panel comes on to signal that the device has been enabled The warning li ght remains on until the device is disabled NOTE In models with a manual gearbox it is recommended to use the device only at high gears 4th 5th of 6th O When travelling downhill with the de vice engaged the vehicle speed may sli ghtly exceed the stored one STORAGE OF VEHICLE SPEED In order to store a speed and activate Cruise Control follow these steps O Enable the device and press the MAIN button 1 Press the accelerator bringing the vehi cle up to the desired speed Press the SET COAST button 3 vehicle speed is stored and so it is pos sible to release the accelerator NOTE If required e g during overtaking it s possible to momentarily increase the speed of the vehicle by pushing the acce lerator The vehicle will return to the pre viously set speed when the pedal is relea sed RESETTING STORED SPEED If
23. Push the 4WD LOCK switch and the AWD AUTO indicator will come on From 4WD AUTO or LOCK to 2WD Push the 2WD switch and the 4WD AUTO or 4WD LOCK indicator will turn off NOTE The 2WD 4WD switch can be operat ed when the vehicle is either stopped or moving Make sure that the front wheels in the straight ahead position when op erating the 2WD 4WD switch 1 While making turns or accelerating and decelerating operating the 2WD 4WD switch or turning off the key switch in the 4WD AUTO or 4WD LOCK mode may cause a shock but this is not a system malfunction O While driving in the 4WD LOCK mode as the vehicle speed increases the driving mode changes to the AUTO mode automatically Even when the vehicle speed reduces on the other hand the driving mode does not return to the LOCK mode au tomatically You should press the LOCK switch according to the driving conditions forcible operation while driving of froad in the sand or water or when a wheel has run off the road the differ ence of the revolution between front wheels and rear wheels increases wheels run idle If this state continues the oil temperature of the driving sys tem parts rises In such case the 4WD AUTO indi cator light blinks and the driving mode changes to the 2WD mode to protect the driving system parts When you opera
24. To turn the ignition switch push the switch If the keyless start system blue indicator light illuminates on the instrument cluster you can turn the ignition switch If the red indicator light illuminates you cannot turn the ignition switch NOTE The ignition switch can be turned to the position when the keyless start system blue indicator light illuminates The blue indicator light will illuminate for several seconds when you push in the ignition switch and then will turn off to protect the system In this case you must release the ignition switch and push it again to illuminate the blue in dicator light If the keyless start system red indicator light illuminates the remote controller may not be in the vehicle or the battery of the remote controller may be unre liable NOTE If the battery of the remote controller runs down or there are strong radio waves or noise the operating range may be narrower or the remote con troller may be inoperative If the remote controller is too close to the door glass it may not operate The ignition switch may not turn when the remote controller is on the instru ment panel in the glove box in a stor age compartment in the sun visor or on the floor IMPORTANT The remote controller is a sensitive electronic instrument To avoid damaging it do not expose it to impacts moisture or high temperature such as on the dashboard under direct sunl
25. in the brake system you can still stop the vehicle by pressing the brake pedal harder than normally re quired However the stopping dis tance may be longer Brake Assist System When you slam the brakes on the brake assist system judges as an emergency stop and provides more powerful braking for a driver who cannot hold down the brake pedal firmly NOTE If you quickly and forcefully de press the brakes you may hear a clicking sound in the brake pedal This is normal and indicates that the brake assist system is activated properly ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ABS for versions markets where provided ABS will help you avoid skidding by elec tronically controlling braking pressure It will also help you maintain steering con trol when braking on slippery surfaces or when braking hard The ABS works automatically so you do not need any special braking technique Just push the brake pedal down without pumping The ABS will operate whenev er it senses that the wheels are locking up You may feel the brake pedal moves a lit tle while the ABS is operating NOTE The ABS will not work if vehicle speed is under about 6 km h 4 mph On some types of loose surfaces such as gravel snow covered roads etc the stop ping distance required for an ABS equipped vehicle may be slightly greater than for a comparable ve hicle with a conventional brake sys tem With a conventional brake sys tem skidding tires are ab
26. remove the wheel caps before in stalling the chains or the wheel caps can be damaged by the chain bands 171 172 IF YOUR VEHICLE GETS STUCK If your vehicle gets stuck in snow mud or sand follow the directions below CJ Shift the transaxle back and forth be tween first gear and reverse This will create a rocking motion which may give you enough momentum to free the ve hicle Press gently on the accelerator to keep wheel spin to a minimum Remove your foot from the accelera tor while shifting Do not race the engine Excessive wheel spin will cause the tires to dig deeper making it more difficult to free the vehicle O If your vehicle remains stuck after a few minutes of rocking get another vehicle to pull you out VN WARNING Do not allow anyone to stand near the vehicle when you are rocking it and do not spin the wheels faster than indicated 40 km h 25 mph on the speedome ter Personal injury and or vehicle damage may result from spinning the wheels too fast 54G638S IMPORTANT Do not continue rocking the vehicle for more than a few minutes Prolonged rocking can cause engine over heating or transaxle damage In addition to following the driving tips in this section it is important to observe the following precautions Make sure your tires in good condition and always maintain the specified tire pressure Refer to Tires in the INSPECTION AND MAINTENAN
27. reset to monitor the next oil and oil fil ter change timing properly To reset the indicator consult your Fiat Dealership When the oil life monitoring is reset the oil life monitoring indicates the remain ing distance until the next timing to change engine oil and filter If the oil service light was on it will go out IMPORTANT Change the engine oil and filter immediately when the remaining dis tance of the oil life monitoring indication becomes close to 0 km If you keep op erating the engine with the indication shows 0 km severe engine damage can re sult NOTE If the vehicle is usually used under severe driving conditions the engine oil and oil filter should be changed more fre quently regardless the oil life monitoring Refer to Maintenance recommended un der severe driving condition in the IN SPECTION AND MAINTENANCE sec tion Transaxle selector position indicator for automatic transaxle h amba pu 41 21 km L Nm 79JM011 When the ignition switch is in the ON position the display C indicates the gear position h For details on how to use the transaxle refer to Using the Transaxle in the OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE section Odometer Illumination Control Setting When the ignition switch is in the ON position the display D shows the odometer If you turn the indicator selector knob 2 clockwise or counterclockwise the
28. systems refer to Electronic Stability Program ESP in the OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE section ESP OFF INDICATOR LIGHT for versions markets where provided ESP OFF 66J032 When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position this light comes on briefly so you can check that the light is working When the ESP OFF switch is pushed to turn off the ESP systems other than ABS the ESP OFF light comes on and stays on For details of the ESP systems refer to Electronic Stability Program ESP in the OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE sec tion OIL PRESSURE LIGHT This light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and goes out when the engine is started The light will come on and remain on if there is insufficient oil pressure 50G051A WARNING If the warning light 4271 turns on when the vehicle is travelling stop the engine immedi ately and contact a Fiat Dealership Check the oil level and add oil if necessary If there is enough oil the lubrication sys tem should be inspected by your Fiat Deal ership before you drive the vehicle again IMPORTANT If you operate the engine with this light on severe engine damage can result Do not rely on the Oil Pressure Light to indicate the need to add oil Be sure to periodically check the engine oil level OIL SERVICE LIGHT For Diesel Engine Model OIL Your vehi
29. the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine Do not operate the starter mo tor for more than 15 seconds IF THE ENGINE OVERHEATS The engine could overheat temporarily under severe driving conditions If the en gine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating during driving O Turn off the air conditioner if equipped Take the vehicle to a safe place and park CJ Let the engine run at the normal idle speed for a few minutes until the indi cator is within the normal acceptable temperature range between H and C If you see or hear escaping steam stop the vehicle in a safe place and immediately turn off the engine to let it cool Do not open the hood when steam is present When the steam can no longer be seen or heard open the hood to see if the coolant is still boiling If it is you must wait until it stops boiling before you proceed A WARNING If the temperature indication does not come down to within the normal accept able range Turn off the engine and check that the water pump belt and pulleys are not damaged or slipping If any abnormali ty is found correct it Check the coolant level in the reser voir If it is found to be lower than the LOW line look for leaks at the ra diator water pump and radiator and heater hoses If you locate any leaks that may have caused the overheating do not run the engine until these
30. ulate filter will be completed For details refer to Diesel Particulate Fil ter in the OPERATING YOUR VEHI CLE section OPEN DOOR WARNING LIGHT 77 UJ 54G391 This light remains on until all doors in cluding the rear door are completely closed If any door including the tailgate is open when the vehicle is moving a ding sounds to remind you to close all doors com pletely LOW FUEL WARNING LIGHT When this light comes on a ding sounds once to remind you to fill the fuel If you do not fill the fuel a ding sounds every time when the ignition switch is turned to ON NOTE The activation point of this light varies depending on road conditions for example slope or curve and driving con ditions because of fuel moving in the tank ELECTRIC POWER STEERING LIGHT for versions markets where provided el 54G343 If this light comes on fill the fuel tank im mediately 79J039 This light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and goes out when the engine is started If this light comes on while driving the power steering system may not work properly Have the system inspected by your Fiat Dealership NOTE If the power steering system does not work properly you will feel heavier to steer but you still will be able to steer KEYLESS START SYSTEM INDICATOR LIGHT for versions markets where provided When you p
31. 068 006 NA s puepuejs 6 8 0 juensund jo asn 80 2002 LV LA 1 68 LOE NA s prepuejs payddy or yuensund Ayiquyedwoo 0002 09609 N3 s pyepuejs peyddy 12 65 oj juensand pue uyeeH esodund 10 pesn 33 6 666 Jo pue sjueujeJmbeJ jenussse y YM peuonueul jonpoud eu uejs s pepuejul 916 1816 PAMS uoneufisep ed jonpoJd Auewues 60 6 OSSENSSUBLUAIS OL JY Zd 98 O AS ded 5 9 OCA 11 94 23 5 6661 e2uep4o22e Jo 257 258 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We Calsonic Kansei Corp hereby declare at our sole responsibility that the following product conforms to the Essential Requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999 5 in accordance with the tests conducted to the appropriate requirements of the relevant standards as listed herewith Product Controller of Intelligent Key System Keyless Start System Model Type Number 562 Year of affixing CE marking 2004 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We
32. 100 ab m M 68 Identification data Ignition switch Information display Inspection and maintenance 183 Maintenance schedule 185 Severe driving conditions 190 Instrument lt 73 Mirrors Seat back 145 Meter illumination control 90 93 Seat 31 Instrument 71 72 Electric 28 Height 36 Interior light 138 Inside rearview mirror 27 Pretensioners 45 type child restraint system Outside rearview mirror 27 Seat belt 36 installation ERN 41 42 MP3 WMA 119 Seat belt 37 87 Seat belt reminder 5 35 Operating your 1 149 N ce arat RP EHE REOR 33 Original spare parts 2 Warnings 31 Other controls and equipment 129 Seats Front adjustment 29 Parking brake lever 130
33. 63303 WINDSHIELD WASHER To spray windshield washer fluid pull the lever toward you The windshield wipers will automatically turn on at low speed if they are not already on and the INT po sition is equipped To prevent windshield icing in cold weather turn on the de froster to heat the windshield before and during windshield washer use Do not use radiator antifreeze in the windshield washer reservoir It can se verely impair visibility when sprayed on the windshield and can also dam age your vehicle s paint VN WARNING 65 66 IMPORTANT help prevent damage to the windshield wiper and washer system components you should take the follow ing precautions CJ Do not continue to hold the lever when there is no windshield washer flu id being sprayed or the washer motor can be damaged Do not attempt to remove dirt from a dry windshield with the wipers or you can damage the windshield and the wiper blades Always wet the wind shield with washer fluid before oper ating the wipers Clear ice or packed snow from the wiper blades before using the wipers O Check the washer fluid level regularly Check it often when the weather is bad CJ Only fill the washer fluid reservoir 3 4 full during cold weather to allow room for expansion if the temperature falls low enough to freeze the solution REAR WINDOW WIPER WASHER SWITCH for versions markets where provided To turn the
34. After refill ing start the engine and allow it to idle for about a minute Stop the engine wait about 5 minutes and check the oil level again 5460915 CHANGING ENGINE AND FILTER Drain the engine oil while the engine is still warm O Remove the filler cap Place a drain pan under the drain plug CJ Using a wrench remove the drain plug and drain out the engine oil VN WARNING The engine oil temperature may be high enough to burn your fingers when the drain plug is loosened Wait until the drain plug is cool enough to touch with your bare hands 60G306 Tightening torque for drain plug For Gasoline Engine Model 35 Nm 3 5 kgm 25 3 Ib ft For Diesel Engine Model 20 Nm 2 0 kgm 14 4 lb ft VN WARNING New and used oil can be hazardous Children and pets may be harmed by swallowing new or used oil Keep new and used oil and used oil filters away from children and pets Repeated prolonged contact with used engine oil may cause skin can cer Brief contact with used oil may irri tate skin VN WARNING To minimize your exposure to used oil wear a long sleeve shirt and moisture proof gloves such as dishwashing gloves when changing oil If oil contacts your skin wash thoroughly with soap and water Launder any clothing or rags if wet with oil Recycle or properly dispose of used oil and filters Reinstall the drain plug and gasket Tighten
35. An air bag supplements or adds to the crash protection offered by seat belts The driver and all passengers must be properly re strained by wearing seat belts at all times whether or not an air bag is mounted at their seating position to minimize the risk of severe injury or death in the event of a crash VN WARNING 65D607 VN WARNING Do not install a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger s seat If the passenger s front air bag inflates a child in a rear facing child restraint could be killed or severely injured The back of a rear facing child restraint would be too close to the inflating air bag If you must use a front facing child re straint in the front passenger s seat be sure to move the front passenger s seat as far back as possible Please refer to the Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems section in the BEFORE DRIVING sec tion for details on securing your child 49 50 WARNING AVERTISSEMENT ADVERTENCIA WARNUNG ATTENZIONE WAARSCHUWING VIGY ZAT 9 DO place rear facing child seat on this seat with airbag DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY can occur The BACK SEAT with child restraint is the SAFEST place for children 73 021 Air bag plate The plate is located on the sun visor SAS AIRBAG 68KM090 SIDE AIR BAGS AND SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS for versions markets whe
36. BAS Bass 4 To increase bass 5 To decrease bass TRE Treble 4 To increase treble 5 To decrease treble BAL Balance 4 To decrease the left speaker s volume 5 To decrease the right speaker s volume Fader 4 To decrease the rear speaker s volume 5 To decrease the front speaker s volume O AVC Auto Volume Control only MP3 version 4 AVC OFF AVCI 2 5 AVC2 AVCI AVC OFF NOTE The Auto Volume Control AVC function automatically adjusts increas es decreases the sound volume in accor dance with vehicle speed RADIO 4 Up button Down button FM AM button Preset button 1 to 6 on O Ui Auto search button Radio Mode If FM AM button 6 is pressed when pow er is off or in other than radio mode the last station you were listening to is re ceived Band Each time FM AM button 6 is pressed in radio mode the bands change as follows FMI FM2 LW MWI MW2 Manual Tuning The frequencies can be adjusted by press ing the up button 4 or the down button 4 Higher frequency 5 Lower frequency 79J190 Auto Tuning If the up button 4 or the down button 5 is released after pressing it for about second or more the unit searches for a station till it receives one 4 Higher frequency 5 Lower frequency NOTE If AF is ON the unit searches for RDS st
37. Calsonic Kansei Corp hereby declare at our sole responsibility that the following product conforms to the Essential Requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999 5 in accordance with the tests conducted to the appropriate requirements of the relevant standards as listed herewith Product Controller of Intelligent Key System Keyless Start System Model Type Number 5001 Year of affixing CE marking 2004 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We Calsonic Kansei Corp hereby declare at our sole responsibility that the following product conforms to the Essential Requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999 5 EC in accordance with the tests conducted to the appropriate requirements of the relevant standards as listed herewith Product Transmitter of Keyless Entry System Model Type Number TS002 Year of affixing CE marking 2004 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We Calsonic Kansei Corp of the above address hereby declare at our sole responsibility that the following product conforms to the Essential Requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999 5 EC in accordance with the tests conducted to the appropriate requirements of the relevant standards as listed herewith Product Transmitter of Keyless Entry System Model Type Number R51K0 Year of affixing CE marking 2007 259 Page left blank volunta
38. Center Sites NA Outboard Center Ourboard NA X NA NA carrycot NA X NA NA NA ______ 4 0 NA SORI X X x X Size class Fixture Front Mass group group 0 up to 10 kg AT cm F z NE m RA T NA X NA NA NA axes NA NA group E D NA X NA NAA ae _ NA NA MA ISO F2X NA MA QA NA NA NA MA umbo NA _ Hop oo E MA UR NA NA 1 For the child restraint system which do not carry the ISO XX size class identification A to G for the applicable mass group the car manu facturer shall indicate the vehicle specific ISOFIX child restraint system s recommended for each position Key of letters to be inserted in the above table IUF suitable for ISOFIX forward child restraint systems of universal category approved for use in this mass group Fiat recommends ROMER DUO plus available at Lineaccessori Fiat IL suitable for particular ISOFIX child restraint systems are those of the spe
39. Engine oil dipstick Yellow see section 8 Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick Red or Orange see section 8 Engine coolant see section 8 7 Windshield washer fluid see section 8 Battery see section 8 9 Tire pressure see Tire Information Label on driver s door lock pillar 10 Spare tire see section 8 LHD Left Hand Drive RHD Right Hand Drive Diesel Engine Model 79JF017 BATTERY LABEL SYMBOL MEANINGS No smoking no naked flames Keep away from children Note operating instructions Xx no sparks Shield eyes Battery acid Explosive gas 79 016 FOREWORD This manual should be considered a per manent part of the vehicle and should re main with the vehicle when resold or oth erwise transferred to a new owner or op erator Please read this manual carefully before operating your new Fiat and review the manual from time to time It contains important information on safety opera tion and maintenance All information in this manual is based on the latest product information available at the time of publication Due to improve ments or other changes there may be dis crepancies between information in this manual and your vehicle Fiat reserves the right to make production changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation to make the same or simi lar changes
40. It is absolutely forbidden to carry out whatever after market operation involving steering system or steering column modifica tions e g installation of anti theft device that could badly affect per formance and safety cause the lapse of warranty and also result in non compliance of the vehicle with ho mologation requirements A WARNING 59 60 set 56 076 VEHICLE WITH KEYLESS START SYSTEM The ignition switch can be operated when the remote controller is in the vehicle ex cept the rear luggage area To turn the ignition switch push the switch first Manual transaxle vehicle You must push in the ignition switch to turn it from the LOCK position to the position To return to the LOCK position from the ACC posi tion turn the ignition switch counter clockwise while pushing in the switch Automatic transaxle vehicle To turn the ignition switch push the switch 79JF001 If the keyless start system blue indicator light illuminates on the instrument cluster you can turn the ignition switch If the red indicator light illuminates you can not turn the ignition switch NOTE The ignition switch can be turned to the ACC position when the keyless start system blue indicator light illuminates The blue indicator light will illuminate for several seconds and then turn off to protect the system In this case you must release the ignit
41. Model Main fuse Primary fuse 80 m 3 50 6 15 10 40 14 50A 1 ut pepe o 5 D d A 11 3A 15 30 All electric load Power window Ignition Wiper Starter Tail light Rear defogger Door lock Hazard Dome Heater compressor Power steering Radiator fan Front fog light Head light m TE d light fuse S Front fog ight fuse Power steering control module fuse ABS motor fuse Radiator fan fise ABS solenoid fuse Starting Rotor tuse Ignition switch fuse i Blower fan fuse Main fuse Primary fuse 20A Air compressor fuse w 5A Automatic tra transaxle fuse for versions markets where provided Pm v MM Automatic tr transaxle versions markets where s provided Air compressor relay Condenser fan relay Front fog light relay Throttle motor r relay FI MAIN Starting motor r relay Radiator fan relay 217 218 7940172 15 16 17 18 19 21 aono 23 24 25 26 27 28
42. NOTE When the battery is disconnect ed some of the vehicle s function will be initialized and or deactivated These function are required to reset af ter the battery is reconnected Batteries contain toxic sub stances including sulfuric acid and lead They could have po tential negative consequences for the environment and human health Used battery must be disposed or recycled according to the local law and must not be discarded with ordinary house hold trash Make sure not to tip over the battery when you remove it from the vehicle Otherwise sulfuric acid could run out and you might get in jury A WARNING 51KM042 5 wheeled bin symbol 6 Chemical symbol of Pb The crossed out wheeled bin symbol 5 located on the battery label indicates that used battery should be collected sepa rately from ordinary household trash The chemical symbol of Pb 6 indicates the battery contains more than 0 004 lead By ensuring the used battery is disposed or recycled correctly you will help pre vent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropri ate trash handling of the battery The re cycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources For more detailed in formation about disposing or recycling of the used battery consult your Fiat Deal ership FUSES Your vehicle has three types of fuses as described
43. ST SIG Seat heater dq S Fiat CODE Immobilizer 02 OK BLOWN 65D046 The fuses are also located under the dri ver s side of the dashboard Remove the fuse box cover by pulling it off The am perage of each fuse is shown on the top of the fuse box cover Always be sure to replace a blown fuse with a fuse of the correct amperage Never use a sub stitute such as aluminum foil or wire to replace a blown fuse If you re place a fuse and the new one blows in a short period of time you may have a major electrical problem Have your vehicle inspected imme diately by your Fiat Dealership VN WARNING BULB REPLACEMENT Light bulbs can be hot enough to burn your finger right after being turned off This is true especially for halogen headlight bulbs Replace the bulbs after they become cool enough The headlight bulbs are filled with pressurized halogen gas They can burst and injure you if they are hit or dropped Handle them carefully VN WARNING IMPORTANT The oils from your skin may cause a halogen bulb to overheat and burst when the lights are on Grasp a new bulb with a clean cloth IMPORTANT Frequent replacement of a bulb indicates the need for an inspection of the electrical system This should be carried out by your Fiat Dealership 60G115 CENTER INTERIOR LIGHT for versions markets where provided Pull down the lens by using a plane screw driver covered with a
44. Severe Maintenance Condition Code BCD Engine accessory drive belt V rib belt AD Camshaft timing belt Diesel engine D E F H Engine oil and oil filter Gasoline engine ACDE H Engine oil and filter Diesel engine ABCEFH Spark plugs Iridium plug Highly recommended Nickel plug Standard type Air cleaner filter element Inspect or replace more frequently if necessary Wheel b bearings m anual transax Tat Differential oil 4WD Air conditioner filter element for versions markets where provided Clean more frequently if the air flow from the air conditioner decreases Automatic transaxle fluid id change Eo Denm erem ue aw G ss Trailer towing if admitted Maintenance Operation Inspect and correct or replace if necessary R Replace or Change NOTE 4WD 4 wheel drive Maintenance Operation 2 Maintenance Interval 15 000 km 9 000 miles or 12 months __ Every 36 months Every 7 500 km K 500 ils o or r6 months Every 30 000 km 18 000 miles or 24 months 10 000 km bid 000 or 8 months Every 2 500 km 1 500 miles Every 30 000 km 18 000 miles or 24 months __Every 30 000 km 18 000 na or 24 months Every 15 000 km 000 miles or 12 months 15 000 km e 000 miles or 12 months Second time and after Every 30 000 km 18 000 m
45. The light comes on when the door is opened After closing all doors the light will remain on for about 15 seconds and then fade out If you insert the key into the ignition switch during that time the light will start to fade out immediately After removing the key from the ignition switch the light will turn on for about 15 seconds and then fade out OFF 3 The light remains off even when the door is opened OFF DOOR ON 647104 79075 NOTE The number of doors involved the lighting operation of the interior light depends on the vehicle specification If there is a switch rubber projection at the door opening as shown the door is in volved in the lighting operation SPOT LIGHT for versions markets where provided Push the switch to turn on the light and push it again to turn off the light 79J074 FRONT SEAT HEATER for versions markets where provided With the ignition switch in the sition push in one or both of the seat heater switches to warm the correspond ing seat s The indicator light below the switch will also come on To turn off the seat heater push in the switch again The indicator light below the switch will go off oo 79J076 VN WARNING Improperly using the seat heater can be hazardous An occupant can suffer burns even if the heating temperature is fairly low if the occupant is
46. allowable speeds For 1 6 L engine Downshifting Km h mph 2nd to Ist 50 31 3rd to 2nd 90 56 4th to 3rd 135 84 5th to 4th 180 113 For 2 0 L Diesel engine Downshifting Km h mph 2nd to Ist 40 25 3rd to 2nd 70 43 4th to 3rd 120 74 5th to 4th 160 99 6th to 5th 200 124 NOTE You may not accelerate to the maximum allowable speed because of the driving situation and or the vehicle con dition IMPORTANT When downshifting to a lower gear make sure not to operate with the speed faster than the maximum al lowable speeds for the next lower gear or severe engine damage can result For vehicle with tachometer Keep the engine speed so it does not get into the red zone of tachometer A Reduce your speed downshift to a lower gear before going down a long or steep hill A lower gear will allow the engine to provide braking Avoid riding the brakes or they may overheat resulting in brake failure _ When driving on slippery roads be sure to slow down before downshift ing Excessive and or sudden changes in engine speed may cause loss of traction which could cause you to lose control Make sure that the vehicle is com pletely stationary before you shift in to reverse IMPORTANT help avoid clutch damage do not use the clutch pedal as a footrest while driving or use the clutch to keep the ve hicle stationary slop
47. are unlocked lock all doors push the request switch on one of the door handles once lock all doors with the dead lock system push the request switch on one of the door handles twice within about 3 seconds The turn signal lights will flash once when the doors are locked and then the turn signal lights will flash once again when the doors are locked with the dead lock sys tem Do not activate the dead lock system if there are oc cupants in the vehicle They will be locked in the vehicle and cannot un lock the doors from inside A WARNING To unlock a door or all doors To unlock the door only push the re quest switch on the door handle once To unlock other doors push the re quest switch on the door handle once again When the door s is are unlocked the turn signal lights will flash twice and the interior light will turn on for about 15 seconds and then fade out with the interior light switch in the middle po sition If you push the ignition switch during that time the light will start to fade out immediately Be sure the doors are locked after you op erate the request switch to lock NOTE O The door locks can not be operated by the request switch under the follow ing conditions if any door is open or incompletely closed if the ignition switch is in a position other than LOCK if the ignition key is inserted in the ig nition switch
48. below Main fuse The main fuse takes current directly from the battery Primary fuses These fuses are between the main fuse and individual fuses and are for electrical load groups Individual fuses These fuses are for individual electrical cir cuits To remove a fuse use the fuse puller pro vided in the fuse box The amperage of each fuse is shown in the back of the fuse box cover M BLOWN 63J095 FUSES IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT The main fuse primary fuses and some of the individual fuses are located in the en gine compartment If the main fuse blows no electrical component will function If a primary fuse blows no electrical com ponent in the corresponding load group will function When replacing the main fuse a primary fuse or an individual fuse use a genuine Fiat replacement 60G111 VN WARNING If the main fuse or a primary fuse blows be sure to have your vehicle inspected by an autho rized Fiat Dealership Always use a genuine Fiat replacement Never use a substitute such as a wire even for a temporary repair or extensive elec trical damage and a fire can result NOTE Make sure that the fuse box always carries spare fuses 215 216 62J085 79J092 FUSES IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT For Gasoline Engine
49. bracket Never use a tow bar which attaches to the axle or the bumper of your vehicle VN WARNING SAFETY CHAINS Always attach safety chains between your vehicle and trailer Cross safety chains un der the nose of the trailer so that the nose will not drop to the road if the trailer be comes separated from the tow bar Fol low the manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains Always leave just enough slack to permit full turning Never allow safety chains to drag on the road Never attach safety chains to the bumper of your vehi cle Secure connections so that they can t come loose VN WARNING TRAILER LIGHTS Make sure your trailer is equipped with lights which meet local requirements Al ways check for the proper operation of all trailer lights before you start to tow Never connect trailer lights directly into your vehicle s electrical system or electrical system damage may occur A WARNING BRAKES VN WARNING If trailer brakes are used you should follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer Nev er connect to the brake system of your vehicle and never take an elec trical supply directly from the wiring harness 175 176 TIRES A WARNING When towing a trailer it is very important for your ve hicle and trailer to have properly in flated tires Your vehicle s tires should be inflated to the pressures listed on your vehicles Tire Information label I
50. dis play will change to the illumination control setting Odometer The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven 89 90 IMPORTANT Keep track of your odome ter reading and check the maintenance schedule regularly for required services Increased wear or damage to certain parts can result from failure to perform re quired services at the proper mileage in tervals Illumination control setting When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position the instrument panel lights come on Your vehicle has a system to automatical ly dim the brightness of the instrument panel lights when the position lights or headlights are on You can change the brightness of the in strument panel lights regardless of whether the position lights or headlights are off or on To increase the brightness of the instru ment panel lights turn the indicator se lector knob 2 clockwise To reduce the brightness of the instru ment panel lights turn the indicator se lector knob 2 counterclockwise cua coco VA E uc COE VA Ecc c CL VA 2 2 VA c c 80JM039 Do not attempt to adjust the display while driving VN WARNING If you attempt to adjust the display while driving you could lose control of the vehicle NOTE O Ifyou push the indicator selector knob or do not turn the knob for more than 5 seconds while activating the illumi nation control
51. have your vehicle towed contact a professional service Your deal er can provide you with detailed towing instructions IMPORTANT To help avoid damage to your vehicle during towing proper equip ment and towing procedures must be used 2 WHEEL DRIVE 2WD AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE Automatic transaxle vehicles may be towed using either of the following meth ods From the front with the front wheels lifted and the rear wheels on the ground Before towing make sure that the parking brake is released From the rear with the rear wheels lift ed and a dolly under the front wheels IMPORTANT Towing your vehicle with the front wheels on the ground can result in damage to the automatic transaxle 2 WHEEL DRIVE 2WD MANUAL TRANSAXLE Manual transaxle vehicles may be towed using either of the following methods From the front with the front wheels lifted and the rear wheels on the ground Before towing make sure that the parking brake is released From the rear with the rear wheels lift ed and the front wheels on the ground provided the steering and drivetrain are in operational condition Before tow ing make sure that transaxle is in neu tral the steering wheel is unlocked the ignition key should be in the po sition and the steering wheel is se cured with a clamping device designed for towing service IMPORTANT The steering column is not strong enough to withstand shocks trans mi
52. lock insert the key and turn it clockwise to one of the other positions If you have trouble turning the key to unlock the steering try turning the steering wheel slightly to the right or left while turning the key Accessories such as the radio can ate but the engine is off ON This is the normal operating position All electrical systems are on START This is the position for starting the engine using the starter motor The key should be released from this position as soon as the engine starts Ignition key reminder for versions markets where provided A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind you to remove the ignition key if it is in the ignition switch when the driver s door is opened VN WARNING If the ignition device is tam pered with e g attempted theft have it checked over by a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible When getting out of the ve hicle always remove the key to prevent any occupants from acci dentally activating the controls Re member to engage the handbrake and if the vehicle is parked on uphill slope to engage the first gear If the vehicle is facing downhill engage the reverse gear Never leave unsuper vised children in the vehicle A WARNING Never remove the ignition key while the vehicle is mov ing The steering wheel would auto matically lock as soon as you try to turn it This also applies when the ve hicle is being towed WARNING
53. microphone 5 Push briefly advance t to next track advance t to next track Push long advance to next t folder advance t to next t folder gy Push briefy return to previous track return to previous track Push long return to preiisus folder return to O previous folder 33 GOWUROLS AND 33D LAGU 60G407 130 132 FUEL FILLER 132 FOLDING REAR SEATS 134 SUN VISOR inre 137 INTERIOR LIGHT SWITCH 138 SPOT LIGHT for versions markets where provided 138 FRONT SEAT HEATER for versions markets where provided 139 ASSIST GRIPS for versions markets where provided 140 ENGINE itte pittura 140 CUP HOLDER for versions markets where provided 142 FRAMETOOPNS 143 TIRE CHANGING 144 FRONT SEAT BACK POCKET for versions markets where provided 145 SHOPPING HOOK for versions markets where provided 145 LUGGAGE RESTRAINT LOOPS for versions markets where provided 145 LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT COVER for versions markets where provided 146 LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT 146 RADIO ANTENNA for versions market
54. near the empty level VN WARNING Be careful where you park and drive the catalytic con verter and other exhaust components can get very hot As with any vehicle do not park or operate this vehicle in areas where combustible materials such as dry grass or leaves can come in contact with a hot exhaust system IMPROVING FUEL ECONOMY The following instructions will help you improve fuel economy Avoid excessive idling If you are to wait for more than a minute while you are parked stop the engine and start it again later When warming up a cold engine allow the engine to idle until the temperature gauge pointer comes up to the position if the idling is not pro hibited In this position the engine is suf ficiently warm for starting off Avoid fast starts Fast starts away from lights or stop signs will consume fuel unnecessarily and short en engine life Start off slowly Avoid unnecessary stops Avoid unnecessary deceleration and stop ping Try to maintain a slow steady speed whenever possible Slowing down and then accelerating again uses more fuel Keep a steady cruising speed Keep as constant a speed as road and traf fic conditions will permit 60A183S Keep the air cleaner clean If the air cleaner is clogged with dust there will be greater intake resistance result ing in decreased power output and in creased fuel consumption Keep weight to a minimum The hea
55. not turned far enough to cancel the turn signal For con venience you can flash the turn signal by moving the lever part way and holding it there The lever will return to its normal position when you release it WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER LEVER WINDSHIELD WIPERS To turn the windshield wipers on move the lever down to one of the three op erating positions In the INT position for versions markets where provided the wipers operate intermittently The INT position is very convenient for dri ving in mist or light rain In the LO po sition the wipers operate at a steady low speed In the HI position the wipers op erate at a steady high speed To turn off the wipers move the lever back to the OFF position Move the lever up and hold it to the MIST position the windshield wipers will turn on continuously at low speed IMPORTANT Never use the window wiper to remove ice or snow from the windscreen In these conditions the wiper is submitted to excessive effort that re sults in motor protection cutting in and wiper operation inhibition for few seconds as a consequence If operation is not re stored also after restarting the vehicle by the ignition key contact Fiat Dealership 637301 63302 If the lever is equipped with the INT TIME control turn the control forward or rearward to adjust the intermittent wiper operation to the desired interval
56. number 1 The unit displays Press the numbered buttons 19 with number 1 to 4 and enter the user ID Each button corresponds to each digit and the number increases each time the button is pressed For exam ple to raise the digit second from the left to 3 press the numbered button 19 with number 2 four times O Press the program type button 1 for about 2 second or more to enter Power is switched off after the unit dis plays SEC Once the ID is set up the ID is re quired at power on when this unit or the battery has been removed User ID Entry Once the ID is set up this unit displays SEC to prompt you to enter your user ID when the power is turned on again in the case of removal of this unit or the bat tery The unit cannot be used unless the ID is entered in the following order NOTE The unit does not display SEC when the power is turned on within 20 seconds from the last use With the up button 4 kept depressed press the numbered button 19 with number 1 The unit displays Press the numbered buttons 19 with number 1 to 4 and enter the user ID Each button corresponds to each digit Enter the stored user ID Press program type button 11 for about 2 second or more to enter Power is switched off When you switch the unit back on it is in radio mode for normal use Erasing User ID Your stored user ID can be erased
57. on the dashboard under direct sunlight Keep the remote controller away from magnetic objects such as a television 17 79JF001 Reminder function If the remote controller is not in the vehi cle under the following condition a buzzer sounds intermittently for about 2 seconds and the keyless start system indicator light on the instrument cluster blinks in red When the vehicle speed is over 10 km h O When the door s has have opened and later all doors are closed with the ignition switch in a position other than LOCK The red indicator light will turn off within several seconds after the remote controller is returned in the vehicle except in the rear luggage area If the remote controller is left in the ve hicle and you lock the door in the follow ing manner the driver s door or the front passenger s door will be automatically un locked O You open the driver s door and lock the door by turning the lock knob for ward or pushing the power door lock ing switch the driver s door will be au tomatically unlocked You open the door s except the dri ver s door and lock the front passen ger s door by turning the lock knob for ward or pushing the power door lock ing switch the front passenger s door will be automatically unlocked NOTE The reminder will not operate when the remote controller is on the instru ment panel in the glove box in the door pocket in the
58. on the basis of the same project of the components fitted on the vehicle the original spare parts undergo very harsh tests before being produced or re conditioned with the aim of being used to keep the vehicle performance un changed in time Therefore for an accurate and careful maintenance choose Fiat original spare parts re conditioned and non re condi tioned which can be identified by the fea tures of their package and which are avail able only at the Fiat Dealership By choosing Fiat original spare parts re conditioned and non re conditioned you can rely on a rapid and efficient service provided by skilled operators on good equipment and a wide range of parts The Fiat Dealership uses Fiat original spare parts and re conditioned spare parts FIAT RE CONDITIONED SPARE PARTS They are Fiat original spare parts me chanical assemblies already used but giv en back to Fiat which renews them com pletely to meet the same qualitative and reliability requirements of the newly orig inal spare parts Fiat re conditioned spare parts O give the Customers the opportunity to buy spare mechanical assemblies en gines transmissions etc at particular ly favourable prices O contribute to safeguard the environ ment by reducing scrapping operations and the disposal of removed materials SERVICE STATION GUIDE gt p Fuel see section 1 Engine hood see section 4 Tire changing tools see section 4
59. overall weight of the fully loaded vehicle includ ing all the occupants accessories and car go plus the trailer nose weight if towing a trailer GAWR Front and Rear Maximum missible weight on an individual axle Actual weight of the loaded vehicle and ac tual loads at the front and rear axles can only be determined by weighing the vehi cle Compare these weights to the GVWR and GAWR front and rear If the gross vehicle weight or the load on either axle exceeds these ratings you must remove enough weight to bring the load down to the rated capacity VN WARNING Never overload your vehicle The gross vehicle weight sum of the weights of the vehicle all the occupants accessories cargo plus trailer nose weight if towing a trailer must never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR In addition never distribute a load so that the weight on either the front or rear axle exceeds the Gross Axle Weight Rat ing GAWR Always distribute cargo evenly To avoid personal in jury or damage to your vehicle al ways secure cargo to prevent it from shifting if the vehicle moves sudden ly Place heavier objects on the floor and as far forward in the cargo area as possible Never pile cargo higher than the top of the seat backs A WARNING TRAILER TOWING Your Fiat was originally designed to car ry people and a normal amount of cargo not to tow a trailer Fiat does not rec ommend you use your vehic
60. position Emission control system damage may result DRIVING ON SLIPPERY ROADS Under wet road conditions you should drive at a lower speed than on dry roads due to possible slippage of tires during braking When driving on icy snow cov ered or muddy roads reduce your speed and avoid sudden acceleration abrupt braking or sharp steering movements FOR 4 WHEEL DRIVE 4WD MODELS Your 4WD is designed to get better trac tion on slippery roads than 2 wheel drive models However your 4WD will not have as much traction in deep snow mud or sand as multipurpose 4WD vehicles You should not attempt to drive your 4WD in deep snow mud or sand 4WD models are not sport utility vehicles and are not designed for off road use SNOW CHAINS Snow chains should only be used if they are needed to increase traction or are re quired by law Make sure that the chains you use are the correct size for your ve hicle s tires Also make sure that there is enough clearance between the fenders and the chains as installed on the tires 6000895 Install the chains on the front tires tight ly according to the chain manufacturer s instructions Retighten the chains after dri ving about 0 km 1 2 mile if necessary With the chains installed drive slowly IMPORTANT If you hear the chains hitting against the vehicle body while driving stop and tighten them If you vehicle is equipped with full wheel caps
61. prob lems have been corrected 794007 If you do not find a leak carefully add coolant to the reservoir and then the radiator if necessary Refer to Engine Coolant in the INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE section VN It is hazardous to remove the radiator cap when the water temperature is high because scalding fluid and steam may be blown out under pressure The cap should only be taken off when the coolant temperature has lowered To help prevent personal injury keep hands tools and clothing away from the engine cooling fan and air conditioner fan if equipped These electric fans can automatically turn on without warning 237 238 IF YOU CANNOT SHIFT AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE GEARSHIFT LEVER OUT OF P PARK Left Hand Drive Vehicle Vehicles with an automatic transaxle have an electrically operated park lock feature If the vehicle s battery is discharged or there is some other electrical failure the automatic transaxle cannot be shifted out of Park in the normal way Jump starting may correct the condition If not follow the procedure described below This pro cedure will permit shifting the transaxle out of Park sure the parking brake is firmly ap plied If the engine is running stop the engine Make sure the key is in the or ACC position Remove the cover 1 over the button O With pushing the release button b
62. provided To remove a high mounted stop light housing the following procedure Open the tailgate and remove the nuts 1 as shown in the illustration Close the tailgate Remove a high mounted stop light housing 2 from the tailgate 80JM076 Pushing the unguiform prongs 3 toward inside and remove the bulb holder 4 Replace the bulbs To install a high mounted stop light housing in the reverse order of re moval WIPER BLADES If the wiper blades become brittle or dam aged or make streaks when wiping re place the wiper blades To install new wiper blades follow the procedures below IMPORTANT To avoid scratching or breaking the window do not let the wiper arm strike the window while replacing the wiper blade NOTE Some wiper blades may be differ ent from the ones described here de pending on vehicle specifications If so consult your Fiat Dealership for proper replacement method VN WARNING Driving with worn wiper blades is a serious hazard because visibility is reduced in bad weather 54G129 70G119 FOR WINDSCREEN WIPERS Hold the wiper arm away from the win dow NOTE When raising both of the front wiper arms pull the driver s side wiper arm up first When returning the wiper arms lower the passenger s side wiper arm first Otherwise the wiper arms may interfere with each other 54G130 O Squeeze lock 1 towards w
63. rear wiper on twist the rear wiper switch on the end of the lever for ward to the position If your vehi cle is equipped the INT position the rear wiper operates intermittently when you twist the switch forward to the INT position To turn the rear wiper off twist the switch rearward to the OFF posi tion With the rear wiper in the OFF posi tion twist the switch rearward and hold it there to spray window washer fluid With the rear wiper in the position turn the switch forward and hold it there to spray window washer fluid Washer Intermittent wiper 63J304 IMPORTANT Clear ice or snow from the rear window and rear wiper blade before using the rear wiper Accumulated ice or snow could prevent the wiper blade from moving causing damage to the wiper mo tor TILT STEERING LOCK LEVER for versions markets where provided The lock lever is located under the steer ing column To adjust the steering wheel height Pull up the lock lever to unlock the steering column Adjust the steering wheel to the de sired height and lock the steering col umn by push down the lock lever Try moving the steering wheel and down to make sure it is securely locked in position QU UNLOCK LOCK 63J026 WARNING Any adjustment of the steer ing wheel position must be carried out ony with the vehicle sta tionary and the engine turned o
64. so that the child s feet do not contact the front seatback This will help avoid injury to the child in the event of an accident 65D609 VN WARNING Children could be endan gered in a crash if their child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle When installing a child re straint system be sure to follow the instructions below Be sure to secure the child in the restraint system ac cording to the manufacturer s in structions VN If your vehicle is equipped with side air bags do not in stall a child restraint in the front pas senger s seat If the passenger s side air bag inflates a child in a child re straint could be severely injured In an accident or sudden stop the rear seat armrest for versions markets where provid ed could fall forward If there is a child in a rear facing child restraint in the rear center seating position the falling armrest could injure the child Do not install a rear facing child re straint in the rear center seating po sition A 39 40 CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM FOR EU COUNTRIES CHILD RESTRAINT The suitability of each passenger s seat position for carriage of children and fitting of child restraint system is shown in the table be low Whenever you carry children under 12 years of age or smaller than 150 cm properly use the child restraints which conform to ECE R Norm 44 the standard for child restraints refe
65. spected by your Fiat Dealership NOTE When measuring the distance be tween the brake pedal and floor wall be sure not to include the floor mat or rub ber on the floor wall in your measure ment 60G104S WARNING If you experience any of the following problems with your vehicle s brake system have the vehicle inspected immediately by your Fiat Dealership Poor braking performance Uneven braking Brakes not work ing uniformly on all wheels Excessive pedal travel Brake dragging Excessive noise Pedal pulsation Pedal pulsates when depressed 546109 PARKING BRAKE Ratchet tooth specification b 4th 9th Lever pull force 1 200 N 20 kg 44 1 5 Check the parking brake for proper ad justment by counting the number of clicks made by the ratchet teeth as you slowly pull up on the parking brake lever to the point of full engagement The parking brake lever should stop between the spec ified ratchet teeth and the rear wheels should be securely locked If the parking brake is not properly adjusted or the brakes drag after the lever has been fully released have the parking brake inspect ed and or adjusted by your Fiat Dealer ship STEERING Steering wheel play 0 30 mm 0 0 1 2 in Check the play of the steering wheel by gently turning it from left to right and mea suring the distance that it moves before you feel slight resistan
66. sun visor or on the floor etc Be sure that the driver always carries the remote controller Do not leave the remote controller in the vehicle when departing from the ve hicle 81 184 KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM for versions markets where provided 1 LOCK button 2 UNLOCK button There are two ways to lock or unlock all doors simultaneously by operating the transmitter remote controller near the vehicle 2 189001 Central door locking system lock all doors push the LOCK button 1 once unlock only the driver s door push the UNLOCK button 2 once To unlock other doors push the UN LOCK button 2 once again Central door locking system with the dead lock system for versions markets where provided If you want to prevent tamper unlocking of the door locks use this method When the dead lock system is activated oper ating the lock knobs will not unlock the side doors To activate this system To lock all doors push the LOCK but ton 1 twice within 3 seconds To release this system To unlock only the driver s door push the UNLOCK button 2 once To unlock other doors push the UN LOCK button 2 once again A WARNING Do not activate the dead lock system if there are oc cupants in the vehicle They will be locked in the vehicle and cannot un lock the doors
67. the 4WD AUTO mode If the light and the 4WD AUTO indi cator light stay on or come on simultane ously when driving there may be some thing wrong with the 4WD system Have the system inspected by an authorized Fiat Dealership NOTE When the vehicle speed is increased the 4WD LOCK mode will be changed to the 4WD AUTO mode automatically The 4WD AUTO in dicator light will come on and stay on When the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position the LOCK mode is canceled For details of the 4VVWD LOCK mode refer to Using the 2WD 4WD Switch in the OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE section IMPORTANT Do not operate your vehi cle in 4WD LOCK mode on dry hard surfaces CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR LIGHT for versions markets where provided Cruise Control indicator light on CRUISE FSUV1649 This indicator light comes on with the ignition switch set to ON when Crui se Control is enabled Cruise Control indicator light working SET FSUV1648 With the ignition switch set to ON and Cruise Control enabled this indicator light comes on when the device is working SPEEDOMETER The speedometer indicates vehicle speed in km h and or mph 79JM020 83 84 The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute IMPORTANT Never drive with the en gine speed
68. the CD button 12 again 12 18 17 7940193 Disc Up Down The desired disc can be selected by press ing The disc up button 17 or the disc down button 18 17 Next disc 18 Preceding disc Track Up Down The desired track can be selected by pressing the up button 4 or the down button 5 4 Next track 5 Preceding track Press it twice Fast Forward Fast Reverse Play speed increases while the up button 4 or down button 5 is kept depressed 4 Fast forward 5 Fast reverse NOTE CJ When the present track in REPEAT play mode comes to its end it returns to normal play CJ If Fast Forward is kept to the end of the disc it returns to the first track SCAN Play O SCAN Play For scan play playing about 10 seconds of the top of each track on the present disc press the scan button 14 To release scan play press the scan but ton 14 again The SCN indicator remains lit during scan play J DISC SCAN Play For disc scan play playing about 10 sec onds of the top of the first track on each disc press the scan button 14 for about second or more To release disc scan play press the scan button 14 again The D SCN indicator remains lit dur ing disc scan play REPEAT Play O REPEAT Play For repeat play playing the present track repeatedly press the repeat button 15 To release repeat play press the repeat button 15 again
69. the brake fluid reservoir is adequate The light also comes on together with the ABS warning light when the rear brake force control function Proportioning valve function of the ABS system fails If the brake system warning light comes on while you are driving the vehicle it may mean that there is something wrong with the vehicle s brake system If this happens you should Pull off the road and stop carefully VN WARNING Remember that stopping dis tance may be longer you may have to push harder on the ped al and the pedal may go down far ther than normal Test the brakes by carefully starting and stopping at the side of the road If you determine that it is safe drive carefully at low speed to the near est dealer for repairs or Have the vehicle towed to the nearest dealer for repairs VN WARNING If any of the following con ditions occur you should im mediately ask your Fiat Dealership to inspect the brake system If the brake system warning light does not go out after the engine has been started and the parking brake has been fully released If the brake system warning light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON or START position If the brake system warning light comes on at any time during vehicle operation NOTE Because the disc brake system is selfadjusting the fluid level will drop as the brake pads become worn Replenishing the brak
70. the device is disengaged for one of the following reasons pressing the brake pedal pressing the clutch on vehicles with manual gearbox pressing the CANCEL button 4 69 70 following ESP system intervention for versions markets where provided to reset the stored speed follow these steps O Accelerate gently bringing the vehicle close to the stored speed Engage the gear selected at the time the previous speed was stored Press the RES ACC button 2 INCREASE IN STORED SPEED When Cruise Control is operating there are two ways to increase the stored speed by pressing the accelerator and then storing the new speed reached or by pressing the RES ACC button 2 Each time the button is pressed this corresponds to a constant increase in speed while holding the button down increases the speed in a continuous manner REDUCTION OF STORED SPEED When Cruise Control is operating there are two ways to reduce the stored speed by disengaging the device and then sto ring the new speed or by pressing the SET COAST button 3 Each time the button is pressed this corresponds to a constant decrease in speed while holding the button down decreases the speed in a continuous manner DISENGAGING OF THE DEVICE The device is disengaged in one of the fol lowing cases pressing the CANCEL button 4 pressing the brake pedal
71. the driver doesn t buckle his or her seat belt the driver s seat belt reminder light in the instrument cluster will come on and a buzzer will sound as a reminder to the driver to buckle his or her seat belt For more details refer to the explanation below If the driver s seat belt remains unbuckled when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position the reminder works as fol lows The driver s seat belt reminder light will come on 2 After the vehicle s speed has reached about 15 km h the driver s seat belt reminder light will blink and a buzzer will sound for about 95 seconds 3 After step 2 has finished the reminder light will remain on until the driver s seat belt is buckled If the driver has buckled his or her seat belt and later unbuckles the seat belt the reminder system will be activated from step 1 or step 2 according to the vehi cle s speed When the vehicle s speed is below about 15 km h the reminder will start from step 1 When the vehicle s speed is above about 15 km h the re minder will start from step 2 The reminder will be automatically can celed when the driver s seat belt is buck led or the ignition switch is turned off WARNING ram It is absolutely essential that the driver and passengers wear their seat belts at all times Per sons who are not wearing seat belts have a much greater risk of injury if an accident occurs Make a regular habit of buckling your seat belt
72. the illumination con trol will be canceled automatically and the display D will show the odome ter indication You can change the brightness when the position lights or headlights are on even if the ignition switch is in the ACC or LOCK position J When you reconnect the negative terminal to the battery the brightness of the instrument panel lights will be reinitialized Readjust the brightness according to your preference NOTE If you select the highest brightness level when the position lights or headlights are on the instrument panel lights are not dimmed Clock for versions markets where provided When the ignition switch is in the ON position the display E shows the time To change the time indication CJ Push the trip meter selector knob 1 and the indicator selector knob 2 to gether O To change the hour indication turn the indicator selector knob 2 left or right repeatedly when the hour indi cation flashes To change the hour in dication quickly turn and hold the in dicator selector knob 2 To set the hour indication push the indicator se lector knob 2 and the minute indi cation will flash To change the minute indication turn the indicator selector knob 2 left or right repeatedly when the minute in dication flashes To change the minute indication quickly turn and hold the indicator selector knob 2 To set the minute indication push the indicato
73. the plug with a wrench to the specified torque NOTE For Diesel Engine Model Whenever the engine oil is changed the monitoring system to find the next oil change stage must be reset whether the oil pressure light blinks or not For details on how to reset the system ask your Fi at Dealership 193 194 For Gasoline Engine Model 1 2 For Diesel Engine Model Tightening viewed from filter top 54G092 REPLACE THE OIL FILTER Using an oil filter wrench turn the oil filter counterclockwise and remove it Using a clean rag wipe off the mount ing surface on the engine where the new filter will be seated Smear a little engine oil around the rub ber gasket of the new oil filter Screw the new filter by hand until the filter gasket contacts the mounting surface 795142 1 Loosen 2 Tighten IMPORTANT To tighten the oil filter properly it is Important to accurately identify the position at which the filter gas ket first contacts the mounting surface Tighten the filter specified turn from the point of contact with the mount ing surface or to the specified torque using an oil filter wrench 54G093 Oil filter 2 3 4 turn Tightening torque for oil filter For Gasoline Engine Model 3 4 turn or 14 Nm 1 4 kgm 10 1 Ib ft For Diesel Engine Model 28 Nm 2 8 kgm 20 2 Ib ft IMPORTANT To prevent oil leakage make sure that the oil fi
74. to vehicles previously built or sold This vehicle may not comply with stan dards or regulations of other countries Before attempting to register this vehicle in any other country check all applicable regulations and make any necessary mod ifications IMPORTANT Please read this manual and follow its in structions carefully To emphasize special information the symbol and the words WARNING IMPORTANT and NOTE have special meanings These special meanings apply except when laws or reg ulations require that the signal words be used with a different meaning Pay special attention to the messages high lighted by these signal words WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in death or injury IMPORTANT Indicates a potential hazard that could result in vehicle damage NOTE Indicates special information to make maintenance easier or instructions clearer 75 135 The circle with slash in this manual means Don t do this or Don t let this happen MODIFICATION WARNING VN WARNING Do not modify this vehicle Modification could adverse ly affect safety handling perfor mance or durability and may violate governmental regulations In addi tion damage or performance prob lems resulting from modification may not be covered under warranty IMPORTANT Improper installation of mobile communication equipment such as cellular telephones or CB Citizen s Band rad
75. triggered For precautions and general information in cluding servicing the pretensioner system refer to the Supplemental Restraint Sys tem air bags section in addition to this Seat Belt Pretensioner System section and follow all those precautions 45 46 The pretensioner is located in each front seat belt retractor The pretensioner tight ens the seat belt so the belt fits the oc cupant s body more snugly in the event of a frontal crash The retractors will remain locked after the pretensioners are acti vated Upon activation some noise will oc cur and some smoke may be released These conditions are not harmful and do not indicate a fire in the vehicle The driver and all passengers must be properly restrained by wearing seat belts at all times whether or not a pretension er is equipped at their seating position to minimize the risk of severe injury or death in the event of a crash Sit fully back in the seat sit up straight do not lean forward or sideways Adjust the belt so the lap portion of the belt is worn low across the pelvis not across the waist Please refer to the Seat Adjustment sec tion and the instructions and precautions about the seat belts in this Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems section for de tails on proper seat and seat belt adjust ments Please note that the pretensioners along with the air bags will activate only in se vere frontal collisions They are
76. with the dri veability or fuel economy of your vehicle when you are using a gasoline alcohol blend you should switch back to unlead ed gasoline containing no alcohol IMPORTANT Be careful not to spill fuel containing alcohol while refueling If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body wipe it up im mediately Fuels containing alcohol can cause paint damage which is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warran ty DIESEL ENGINE The diesel fuel should be with Cetane In dex higher than 50 and sulfur content less than 50 ppm parts per million You should use the diesel fuel conformable to 590 that corresponded to Euro V emis sion control Do not use marine diesel fu el heating oils and so forth If you use im proper diesel fuel it may cause serious en gine damage IMPORTANT The vehicle must only filled with diesel fuel for motor vehicles in compliance with European Standard EN590 The use of other products or tures may irreparably damage the engine with invalidation of the warranty due to the damage caused In the event of acci dentally filling with another type of fuel do not start the engine and empty the tank If the engine has been run even for only a very short time in addition to the tank it is also necessary to drain out the whole fuel circuit IMPORTANT The fuel tank has an air space to allow for fuel expansion in hot weather If you continue to add fuel after the filler nozzle has au
77. 1495 589 1 1495689 1495 589 Rear 1495689 1 495689 1 1495689 1495089 Ground clearance Standard A 1 190075 19075 1975 1059 Boot volume dm 270670 270 670 27060 27060 MM 253 254 WEIGHTS Unit kg Ibs Kerb weight including fuel spare wheel tools and accessories PERFORMANCE Top admitted speed after initial vehicle use CAPACITIES indicative values Coolant including reservoir Prank RI e Engine oil Transaxle oil Transfer oil Rear differential oil 2WD vo 2WD M T ET NES A 2 1 6 16v 1 190 2 623 1 6 16v 185 km h 1 6 16v 6 6 litres 11 6 Imp pt 2 5 litres 44 Imp pt when overhauling 2 5 litres 44 Imp pt _ ie i 45 Gia replacement with oil fi filter EA 2WD A T 2 0 Multijet 1 335 2 943 2 0 Multijet 190 km h 2 0 Multijet 265 litres 14 Pt 50 litres 1 0 Imp zal m 44 litres 7 7 Imp pt replacement with oil filter E 85 ine 2 0 litres 3 5 Imp pt 0 6 litres 1 1 Imp Pt fires i 1370 8020 SUPPL EAST DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 256 255 suoyeisdo 9 pog eIQqeJe
78. 3 EC on end of life vehicles Fiat offers its clients the possibility to hand in their vehicle at the end of its life span without additional costs The European Directive in fact provides for the take back of the vehicle without the last holder or owner of the same incurring expenses due to the fact that the market value of the vehicle is zero or negative In particular in almost all of the countries of the European Union up until Ist January 2007 take back of the vehicle free of charge only applies to vehicles registered from July 2002 on while from 2007 on take back will be carried out free of charge independently of the year of registration provided that the vehicle still contains all its essential component parts especially engine and body and is free from additional waste materials Our contracted network of authorised treatment facilities has been carefully selected in order to provide a quality service to our customers by de polluting and recycling End of Life Vehicles to approved environmental standards To find out the location of your nearest authorised treatment facility offering free of charge take back simply contact one of our dealers or refer to the Fiat web site or call the toll free number 00800 3428 0000 Passenger transportation vehicles to seat a max of nine persons having a total admissible weight of 3 5 t At the heart of your engine UM oo m 7 MULTI
79. 34a only Do not mix or re place the R 134a with other refrigerants AUDIO SYSTEMS VN WARNING Too high a volume when dri ving can put the driver s life at risk and that of other people Therefore the volume should always be adjusted in such a way that it is al ways possible to hear the noises of the surrounding environment e g horns ambulance police sirens etc FM MW LW CD PLAYER WITH CD CHANGER CONTROL PRECAUTIONS When the inside of the vehicle is very cold and the player is used soon after switching on the heater moisture may form on the disc or the optical parts of the player and proper playback may not be possible If moisture forms on the disc wipe it off with a soft cloth If moisture forms on the optical parts of the player do not use the player for about one hour this will allow the con densation to disappear normally 79J188 Driving on extremely bumpy roads which cause severe vibrations may cause sound to skip This unit uses a precision mechanism Even in the event that trouble arises never open the case disassemble the unit or lubricate the rotating parts Please bring the unit to an authorized Fiat Dealership DIGITAL AUDIO A 52D274 CAUTIONS ON HANDLING This unit has been designed specifically for playback of compact discs bearing the mark A No other discs can be played Proper way to hold the Removing the dis
80. 80 Check tyre condition wear and adjust pressure if required Check lighting system operation headlights direction indicators e e e e e e e e e hazard lights passenger compartment lights boot lights instrument panel warning lights etc Check windscreen wiseriwasherceperation adjust nozzles o if required Check the position wear of the windsersen rearscreen wiper blades Check andy wear of front disc brake pads and brake wear indication Check rear disc brake pad c or shoes condition and wear Visually inspect the condition of bodywork underbody protection pipes and hoses exhaust fuel brakes rubber Parts gaiters sleeves bushes etc Check and top up if fluid levels brake hydraulic clutch e fluid windscreen washer fluid battery fluid engine coolant etc Visually inspect condition of auxiliary drive belt e e Check antievaporation system Check the handbrake lever travel and adjust i it if required 1 el 1 Check and adjust tappet clearance if required Check exhaust emissions 186 Thousands ofkm 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150 165 180 Check cleanliness of locks bonnet and boot an
81. ARTING YOUR VEHICLE USE THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURE Use only a 12 volt battery to jump start your vehicle Position the good 12 V battery close to your vehicle so that the jump leads will reach both batteries When using a battery installed on an other vehicle DO NOT LET THE VE HICLES TOUCH Set the parking brakes fully on both vehicles 54G079 O Turn off all vehicle accessories except those necessary for safety reasons for example headlights or hazard lights Make jump lead connections as follows Connect one end of the first jump lead to the positive terminal of the flat battery 1 Connect the other end to the posi tive terminal of the booster bat tery 2 Connect one end of the second jump lead to the negative terminal of the booster battery 2 Make the final connection to an un painted heavy metal part i e engine hook 3 of the engine of the vehi cle with the flat battery 1 Never connect the jump lead directly to the negative terminal of the discharged battery or an explosion may occur VN WARNING O If the booster battery you are using is fitted to another vehicle start the en gine of the vehicle with the booster bat tery Run the engine at moderate speed CJ Start the engine of the vehicle with the flat battery CJ Remove the jump leads in the exact re verse order in which you connected them TOWING If you need to
82. After erasing it you may set a new user ID Therefore you can change your user ID as often as you like Press the power on off knob 1 to turn off the power O With the numbered buttons 19 with numbers 3 and 4 kept depressed at the same time press the power on off know 1 for about second or more The unit displays SEC With the up button 4 kept depressed press the numbered button 19 with number 1 The unit displays Press the numbered buttons 19 with number 1 to 4 and enter the user ID Each button corresponds to each digit Enter the stored user ID Press the program type button 11 for about 2 seconds or more to enter The power is turned off approx 10 sec onds after is displayed 123 124 TROUBLESHOOTING If you suspect something is wrong then please check and take steps as described below If the described suggestions do not solve the problem it is recommended to take the unit to your nearest dealer Common Problem Possible cause Possible solution A lot of noise Unable to operate Radio Problem A lot of noise Unable to receive by auto tuning Unable to preset stations of signals powerful enough by auto preset A mobile phone is used nearby The security function is on Possible cause There is no station emitting signals powerful enough If AF is ON the unit searches for RDS stations only If A
83. BS on or off using this switch To turn off the ESP systems other than ABS push and hold the ESP OFF switch until the ESP OFF indicator light comes on To turn on all of the ESP systems push the ESP OFF switch again The ESP indicator light will go out For details of the ESP systems refer to Electronic Stability Program ESP in the OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE sec tion 794180 794177 2WD 4WD SWITCH for versions markets where provided The 2WD 4WD switch is located on the center console For details on how to use the 2WD 4WD switch refer to Using the 2WD 4WD Switch in the OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE section WINDOW AND HEATED OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRRORS SWITCH for versions markets where provided When the rear window is frosted it is suf ficient with the engine started to press the button 1 to defrost it If the driver s outside rearview mirror has the mark 2 it is also equipped with the heated outside rearview mirrors When you push the switch 1 both the heated outside rearview mirrors and the heated rear window will operate simultaneously An indicator light will be lit when the de fogger is on The defogger will work only when the engine is running To turn off the defogger push the switch 1 again IMPORTANT The heated rear window and the heated outside rearview mirrors for version
84. CE section for details VN WARNING Do not use tires other than those specified by Fiat Never use different sizes or types of tires on the front and rear wheels For information regarding the specified tires refer to the Tire Information La bel located on the driver s door lock pillar Never use oversized tires or special shock absorbers and springs to raise jack up your vehicle This will change the handling characteristics Oversized tires may also rub against the fender over bumps causing vehi cle damage or tire failure After driving through water test the brakes while driving at a slow speed to see if they have maintained their normal effectiveness If the brakes are less effective than normal dry them by repeatedly applying the brakes while driving slowly until the brakes have regained their normal effective ness VN 3 LOADING AND TOWING VEHICLE LOADING o 174 TRAILER TOWING 174 TOWING YOUR VEHICLE RECREATIONAL TOWING 179 173 174 VEHICLE LOADING Your vehicle was designed for specific weight capacities The weight capacities of your vehicle are indicated by the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR front and rear The GVWR and GAWR front and rear are listed in the SPECIFICA TIONS section GVWR Maximum permissible
85. F is ON only RDS stations will be preset If you are going to use a mobile phone use it away from the unit If the unit displays SEC enter your user ID If the unit displays HELP consult your dealer Possible solution The unit is not exactly tuned in to the station Tune it exactly to the station Pick up a station by manual tuning Turn AF off Turn AF off Problem Possible cause Possible solution Sound skipping or noise The disc is dirty Wipe the disc with a soft cloth The disc has a major flaw is warped Replace the disc with another without flaws CD cannot be inserted A disc is already loaded Insert a CD after having removed the already inserted disc by pressing the eject button 13 ERROR DISPLAY MESSAGES Display Possible cause Possible solution ERROR The disc cannot be read Insert the disc with its label side up Check the disc that it is not warped and is free of flaws If ERROR does not go out when a normal disc is inserted consult your Fiat Dealership ERROR 3 The player developed an error of an If CD is inserted in the unit press the eject unidentified cause button 13 to remove the disc If the disc cannot be ejected consult your Fiat Dealership 125 126 REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS for versions markets where provided You can control basic functions of the au dio system with the switches on the steer ing wheel How to use the sw
86. F007 When the ignition switch is in the ON position this gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature Under normal dri ving conditions the indicator should stay within the normal acceptable temperature range between and If the indi cator approaches H or the overheat in dicator light 1 for versions markets where provided comes on overheating is indicated Follow the instructions for en gine overheating in the EMERGENCY SERVICE section IMPORTANT Continuing to drive the ve hicle when engine overheating is indicat ed can result in severe engine damage INFORMATION DISPLAY When the ignition switch is in the ON position the information display shows the following information Display A Instantaneous fuel consumption Display B Trip meter Average fuel consumption Driving range Thermometer Display C Transaxle selector position indicator for automatic transaxle Display D Odometer lllumination control setting Display E Clock for versions markets where pro vided TRIP 1 3 80JM104 1 Trip meter selector knob 2 Indicator selector knob 3 Information display Instantaneous Fuel Consumption The display A shows instantaneous fuel consumption with a bar graph only when the vehicle is moving 0 10 30 km L 80 081 85 86 NOTE O The display does not show the b
87. G406 72 73 74 83 84 84 85 85 91 URW PALS FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH for versions markets where 91 ESP OFF SWITCH for versions markets where 92 2WD 4WD SWITCH for versions markets where provided 92 HEATED REAR WINDOW AND HEATED OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRRORS SWITCH for versions markets where provided 93 HEADLIGHT LEVELING SWITCH for versions markets where provided 94 GLOVE erant deep ti tee teni det 94 CIGARETTE LIGHTER AND ASHTRAY for versions markets where provided 95 THEFT DETERRENT LIGHT 95 HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM 96 HEATING SYSTEM for versions markets where provided 97 MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM for versions markets where provided 100 AUTOMATIC HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM Climate Control for versions markets where provided 104 AUDIO 5 5 110 71 72 INSTRUMENT PANEL 9 10 12 13 14 15 16 Instrument cluster Ignition switch Lighting switch Turn signal and dimmer switch Windshield wiper and washer switch Rear window wiper and washer switch for versions markets where provided
88. ING SEATBACKS height adjuster lever on the outboard side of the seat raise or lower the seat by pulling up or down the adjuster lever VN All seatbacks should always be in an upright position when driving or seat belt effective ness may be reduced Seat belts are designed to offer maximum protec tion when seatbacks are in the up right position To adjust the seatback angle of front seats pull up the lever on the outboard side of the seat move the seatback to the desired position and release the lever to lock the seatback in place 29 30 ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINTS for versions markets where provided Head restraints are designed to help re duce the risk of neck injuries in the case of an accident Adjust the head restraint to the position which places the center of the head restraint closest to the top of your ears If this is not possible for very tall passengers adjust the head restraint as high as possible WARNING Remember that the head re straints should be adjusted to support the back of your head and not your neck Only in this position do they exert their protective action Do not attempt to adjust the head re straint while driving 80J001 NOTE It may be necessary to recline the seatback to provide enough overhead clearance to remove the head restraint 80JS082 Front To raise the front head restraint pull up ward on the restraint until it clicks To lower the r
89. INTENANCE section for proper tire rotation procedures BRAKING The distance needed to bring any vehicle to a halt increases with the speed of the vehicle The braking distance needed for example at 60 km h 37 mph will be ap proximately 4 times greater than the brak ing distance needed at 30 km h 19 mph Start to brake the vehicle when there is plenty of distance between your vehicle and the stopping point and slow down gradually 60G165A 161 162 If water gets into the brake drums brake performance may become poor and unpredictable After driving through water or wash ing the underside of the vehicle test the brakes while driving at a slow speed to see if they have maintained their normal effectiveness If the brakes are less effective than normal dry them by repeatedly applying the brakes while driving slowly until the brakes have regained their normal ef fectiveness A WARNING POWER ASSISTED BRAKES Your vehicle has power assisted brakes If power assistance is lost due to a stalled engine or other failures the system is still fully operational on reserve power and you can bring the vehicle to a complete stop by pressing the brake pedal once and holding it down The reserve power is partly used up when you depress the brake pedal and reduces each time the pedal is pressed Apply smooth and even pressure to the pedal Do not pump the pedal A WARNING Even without reserve power
90. K0 are in compliance with the essential re quirements and other provisions of Di rective 1999 5 EC Type 2 The Keyless Start System controller mod el 5621 and key model 5001 are in com pliance with the essential requirements and other provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC IMPORTANT The transmitter remote controller is a sensitive electronic instru ment To avoid damaging the transmit ter remote controller Do not expose it to impacts moisture or high temperature such as on the dashboard under direct sunlight Keep the transmitter remote con troller away from magnetic objects such as a television 81A185 Replacement of the battery If the transmitter remote controller be comes unreliable replace the battery To replace the battery for the transmitter of the keyless entry Remove the screw I and open the transmitter cover O Remove the transmitter 2 80JM135 Put the edge of a coin or a flat blade screw driver in the slot of the trans mitter 2 and pry it open Replace the battery 3 Lithium disc type 1620 or equivalent so its terminal faces the mark of the transmitter Close the transmitter and install it in to the transmitter holder Close the transmitter cover install and tighten the screw 1 Make sure the door locks can op erated with the transmitter Dispose of the used battery prop
91. LTURE SCIENCE VARIED POP ROCK EASY M LIGHT M CLAS SICS OTHER M WEATHER Fl NANCE CHILDREN SOCIAL RE LIGION PHONE IN TRAVEL LEISURE JAZZ COUNTRY NA TION M OLDIES FOLK M DOC UMENT NEWS Press the up button 4 the down button 5 while PTY is displayed Search begins NOTE If the specified PTY is not received the unit displays NOTHING and then PTY again If the up button 4 or the down button 5 is pressed the same PTY is searched for again 13 12 794192 CD PLAYER 4 Up button 5 Down button 12 CD button 13 Eject button 14 Scan button 15 Repeat button 16 Random play button CD Mode CD mode is selected by pressing the CD button 12 when power is off or in oth er modes NOTE mode 15 not selected if no CD 15 in the unit If the mode has changed to CD changer mode press the CD button 12 again CD Insert Eject To insert a CD make sure that its label side is up To eject it press the eject button 13 NOTE The CD IN indicator remains lit while a CD is in the unit Be careful not to insert a CD when the CD IN indicator is lit Track Selection The desired track can be selected by pressing the up button 4 or the down button 5 4 Next track 5 Preceding track Press it twice Fast Forward Fast Reverse Play speed increases while the up button 4 or down butto
92. NS Front Rear STEERING Type Minimum steering cycle DISC 280 mm Rear Disc 280 mm 11 in ane ee B Controlled by hand lever i works rear brakes 1 o Mc Pherson independent wheels Bent twisting axle Power steering electric 1 433 in WHEELS Tyre size 205 60 RI6 16 6 pressures Tyre inflation pressure values are e specified o on the label located on the driver s door post When loaded up to 4 people Eco Tire Pressure as listed below is recommended to achieve the smallest amount of fuel consumption possible Front 280 kPa 2 80 kg cm 40 psi Rear 260 kPa 2 60 kg cm 38 psi NOTE If loading over 4 people follow the specified tire pressure listed on the Tire Information Label Recommended snow chains Radial Axia thickness 10 mm 0 39 in Recommended snow tire 195 65 815 205 60 R16 E 2 nana MES TII rs D 0393 m eres peau es 4WD 10 1 AE iS gg Rim size DIMENSIONS 1 6 16v 2 0 Multijet Unit mm in 2WD 4WD 2WD 4WD Overalllength ANS 162 0 4115 162 0 4115 1620 4115 162 0 _ Overall width 125569 755 69 1 175 9 17569 Overall height 60 889 1 620 638 1 120 638 1 620 638 Wheelbase 289080 2500 984 1 2500984 2500084 58 9 58 9 58 9 58 9 C Track 1495089
93. POWER ij b oe p A 7 a _ 5 lt gt _ amp L Always ask your mechanic for L Oil change experts reccomend Selenia The engine of your car is factory filled with Selenia This is an engine oil range which satisfies the most advanced international specifications Its superior technical characteristics allow Selenia to guarantee the highest performance and protection of your engine The Selenia range includes a number of technologically advanced products SELENIA PERFORMER MULTIPOWER SELENIA WR Particularly ideal for the protection of new generation Oil specifically designed for common rail Multijet engines petrol engines very effective even in the most severe Particularly effective during cold starts it guarantees maxi weather conditions It guarantees a reduction in fuel mum wear protection and hydraulic tappets control reduc consumption Energy conserving and it is also ideal for tion in consumption and stability at high temperatures alternative engines SELENIA DIGITECH SELENIA K Fully synthetic lubricant for petrol and diesel engines is the synthetic lubricant with innovative technology which Its advanced technology guarantees maximum protection ensures improved cold starting for petrol engines and the a reduction in consumption and reliability in extreme climate utmost protection also under typically urban conditions of conditions use Ow
94. R the temperature selector to the desired tem perature position higher temperature provides more efficient defrosting and the blower speed selector to HIGH When the windshield has become clear set the blower speed selector to the de sired blower speed position 99 79J070 NOTE If you need maximum defrosting adjust the temperature selector to the HOT end and adjust the side outlets so the air blows on the side window in ad dition to the above Defrosting steps MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM for versions markets where provided DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS Temperature selector 1 This is used to select the temperature by turning the selector Blower speed selector 2 This is used to turn on the blower and to select blower speed by turning the selec tor 4 79J103 e 63J048 Air flow selector 3 This is used to select one of the functions described below 79J065 Ventilation a Temperature controlled air comes out of the center and side air outlets DE I S y DW NS 79J066 Bi level b Temperature controlled air comes out of the floor outlets and cooler air comes out of the center and side outlets When the temperature selector I is in the fully COLD position or fully HOT position however the air from the floor outlets and the air from the center and side out lets will be the same
95. SPARE TIRE for versions markets where provided 1 Wear indicator 2 Indicator location mark Your vehicle comes equipped with the compact spare tire The compact spare is designed to save space in your storage area and its lighter weight makes it easier to in stall if a flat tire occurs It is only intended for temporary emergency use until the conventional tire can be repaired or re placed The inflation pressure of the com pact spare tire should be checked at least monthly Use a quality pocket type infla tion pressure gauge and set at 4 2 bar 60 psi At the same time check that the tire is stored securely If it is not tighten it Note that two or more compact spare tires should not be used on one vehicle si multaneously VN WARNING The compact spare tire and wheel are intended for tem porary emergency use only Continu ous use of this spare can result in tire failure and loss of control Always ob serve these precautions when using this spare Your vehicle will handle differently with this temporary spare Do not exceed 80 km h 50 mph speed Replace this spare with a standard tire and wheel as soon as possible Use of this spare will reduce ground clearance o Recommended air pressure for this spare is 4 2 bar 420 kPa 60 psi Do not use tire chains the com pact spare If you must use tire chains rearrange the wheels so stan dard tires and wheels are fitted to the f
96. The lap portion of the belt should be worn low across the pelvis not across the waist The shoulder straps should be worn on the outside shoulder only and nev er under the arm The shoulder straps should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Seat belts should never be worn with the straps twisted and should be adjusted as tightly as is comfortable to provide the protection for which they have been designed A slack belt will provide less protection than one which is snug Make sure that each seat belt buck le is inserted into the proper buckle catch It is possible to cross the buck les in the rear seat A WARNING as low as possible across the hips 65D199 A WARNING Pregnant women should use seat belts although specific recommendations about driving should be made by the woman s med ical advisor Remember that the lap portion of the belt should be worn as low as possible across the hips as shown in the diagram Do not wear your seat belt over hard or breakable objects in your pockets or on your clothing If an accident oc curs objects such as glasses pens etc under the seat belt can cause injury Never use the same seat belt on more than one occupant and never attach a seat belt over an infant or child being held on an oc cupant s lap Such seat belt use could cause serious injury in the event of an accident Periodically inspect seat be
97. Use of leaded fuel in vehicles equipped with cat alytic converters is prohibited because lead deactivates the pollutant reducing components of the catalyst system The converter is designed to last the life of the vehicle under normal usage and when unleaded fuel is used No special maintenance is required on the convert er However it is very important to keep the engine properly tuned Engine misfir ing which can result from an improperly tuned engine may cause overheating of the catalyst This may result in permanent heat damage to the catalyst and other ve hicle components ud TE 68 085 IMPORTANT minimize possibili ty of catalyst or other vehicle damage CJ Maintain the engine in the proper op erating condition In the event of an engine malfunction particularly one involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of performance have the vehicle serviced promptly Do not turn off the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transaxle is in gear and the vehicle is in motion CJ Do not try to start the engine by push ing or towing the vehicle or coasting down a hill CJ Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires disconnected or removed such as during diagnostic testing 167 168 5405845 not idle the vehicle for prolonged periods if idling seems rough or there are other malfunctions Do not allow the fuel tank to get
98. VIEW MIRROR You can adjust the inside rearview mirror by hand so as to see the rear of your ve hicle in the mirror To adjust the mirror set the selector tab 1 to the day posi tion then move the mirror up down or sideways by hand to obtain the best view When driving at night you can move the selector tab to the night position to re duce glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you Always adjust the mirror with the selector set to the day position WARNING 794032 650409 A WARNING Only use the night position if it is necessary to reduce glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you Be aware that in this po sition you may not be able to see some objects that could be seen in the day position Sun E 79J033 OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRRORS Adjust the outside rearview mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle in the mirrors Be careful when judging the size or distance of a vehicle or other object seen in the side con vex mirror Be aware that objects look smaller and appear farther away than when seen in a flat mirror A WARNING 27 28 794034 ELECTRIC MIRRORS for versions markets where provided The switch to control the electric mirrors is located on the driver s door panel You can adjust the mirrors when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position To adjust the mirrors Move the select
99. When servicing the lridium Platinum spark plugs slender center electrode type plugs do not touch the center electrode as it is easy to damage IMPORTANT When installing the spark plugs screw them in with your fingers to avoid strip ping the threads Tighten with a torque wrench to 25 Nm 2 5 kgm 18 0 lb ft Do not allow contaminants to enter the engine through the spark plug holes when the plugs are removed Never use spark plugs with the wrong thread size Spark plug gap KI6HPR UI I SILFR6AI I 1 0 mm 0 039 0 043 in IMPORTANT When replacing spark plugs you should use the brand and type specified for your vehicle For the speci fied plugs refer to the SPECIFICA TIONS section at the end of this book If you wish to use a brand of spark plug oth er than the specified plugs consult your Fiat Dealership 54G106 203 204 NOTE If your engine is equipped with the hightension cord type ignition wiring and you experience some firing problem of spark plugs such as hard engine starting misfire etc the cause may be located not only on spark plugs but also on deterio rated ignition wirings generally used for more than 80 000 km or five years If spark plug replacement does not solve the problem have the ignition wiring and oth er ignition system inspected by your Fiat Dealership FUEL FILTER Diesel engine The fuel filter works as a water sedimen
100. ack in this unit due to the recording con ditions O CD RW discs can not playback in this unit COMPACT DIGITAL AUDIO A 52D274 LISTENING TO A CD CDs or CD ROMs carrying no mark A cannot be used Some discs previously recorded in CD R CD RW format may not be used 52D291 CJ A CD is inserted with its label facing up ward O When there is a CD already loaded in the unit another CD cannot be loaded at the same time Do not use force when inserting the CD into the CD in sertion slot blank disc non recorded CD R is loaded in the unit the disc will be eject ed IMPORTANT CJ Never insert your finger or hand into the CD insertion slot Never insert for eign objects Never insert a CD with glue coming out from adhesive tape or a rental CD label or with a trace indicating that ad hesive tape or a rental CD label has been removed This may cause the CD not to eject or result in a malfunction 806143 RADIO ANTENNA for versions markets where provided The radio antenna at the front of the roof can be folded down and is removable To fold the antenna rearward be sure to grip the bottom of antenna To remove the an tenna turn it counterclockwise To rein stall the antenna turn it clockwise firmly by hand IMPORTANT To avoid damage to the ra dio antenna Remove the antenna when using an au tomatic vehicle wash
101. ally received and displayed AF REG On Off Each time the auto frequency button 9 is pressed AF REG changes as follows AF ON REG OFF AF ON REG ON AF OFF REG OFF AF ON REG OFF The AF indicator lights up when AF is ON In addition to that the REG indi cator lights up when REG is ON TA Onloff Press the traffic announcement button 10 to turn TA on Press the traffic announcement button 10 again to turn TA off When is turned on the TA indica tor lights The TP indicator remains lit while TP data is being received NOTE If the up button 4 or the down but ton 5 is pressed while TA is turned on the unit searches for a TP station TP SEEK If TP data is not received in about 20 seconds after is turned on TP SEEK automatically takes place only once If no TP station is received the unit dis plays NOTHING TA Standby If TP is received when TA is ON in CD or CD changer mode radio mode is auto matically selected The unit returns to the preceding mode after TP PTY Search Programs can be searched for by PTY Press the program type button 11 to select PTY mode Turn the volume control knob 1 to select a desired PTY Turning the volume knob 1 clockwise changes the items in the following or der Turning it counter clockwise changes them in the reverse order NO PTY NEWS AFFAIRS INFO SPORTS EDUCATE DRAMA CU
102. an ABS the ESP in dicator light in the instrument cluster comes on When you have turned the ESP systems other than ABS off make sure to turn them back on before resuming ordinary driving When you push and hold the ESP OFF switch again the ESP OFF indicator light will go out and all of the ESP systems will be activated ABS Warning Light Brake System Warning Light See Braking in the OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE section RUNNING IN IMPORTANT The future performance and reliability of the engine depends on the care and restraint exercised during its ear ly life It is especially important to observe the following precautions during the initial 960 km 600 miles of vehicle operation 1 After starting do not race the engine Warm it up gradually Avoid prolonged vehicle operation at a constant speed Moving parts will break in better if you vary your speed Start off from a stop slowly Avoid full throttle starts CJ Avoid hard braking especially during the first 320 km 200 miles of driving Do not drive slowly with the transaxle in a high gear Drive the vehicle at moderate engine speeds Do not tow a trailer during the first 960 km 600 miles of vehicle opera tion CATALYTIC CONVERTER for versions markets where provided The purpose of the catalytic converter is to minimize the amount of harmful pollu tants in your vehicle s exhaust
103. anual transaxle 2WD 2 wheel drive A T Automatic transaxle AWD 4 wheel drive 1 6 L 4WD 2 0 L 2WD 2 0 Multijet 2 0 L 4WD 247 Page left blank voluntarily SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE e 250 FUEL FEED IGNITION 250 ELECTRICAL 25 5 251 TRANSMISSION estet ticae hinteren 252 BRAKES me 252 SUSPENSIONS 252 STEERING 252 5 e 253 DIMENSIONS 253 WEIGHTS 254 eter nm HP EE 254 CAPACITIES 254 249 250 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS NOTE Technical specifications are subject to change M T Manual transaxle 2WD 2 wheel drive without notice A T Automatic transaxle 4WD 4 wheel drive ENGINE 1 6 16 2 0 Multijet Cede PE reos oj MI A DoHO Ewo5 20 Euros Number and layout of cylinders 4 in line Ai in line 975 cu in 49 ben LS ps eat E l inus cag HP 120 135 ratio rpm 6 000 3 500 kgm 15 9 32 6 Piston bore and st ke Total displacement corresponding ratio rpm 4 400 1 500 I Unleaded petrol SS RON Diesel feel for motor vehides Specification EN228 Specification EN590 FUEL FEED IGNITION 1 6 16 2 0 Multijet Fuel fe
104. ar graph unless the vehicle is moving O The indicated maximum value of in stantaneous fuel consumption is 30 No more than 30 will be indicated on the display even if the actual instanta neous fuel consumption is higher The indication on the display may be delayed if fuel consumption is greatly affected by driving conditions O The display shows estimated values Indications may not be the same as ac tual values O You can change the units that instan taneous fuel consumption is displayed in Refer to Average fuel consump tion in this section You can turn off or on the indication of in stantaneous fuel consumption according to the following instruction 80JM105 O Change the display B to the driving range by pushing the indicator selec tor knob 2 80JM106 While pushing and holding the trip me ter selector knob 1 turn the indica tor selector knob 2 to turn off or on the indication of instantaneous fuel consumption A WARNING Do not attempt to adjust the display while driving If you attempt to adjust the display while driving you could lose control of the vehicle NOTE When you reconnect the negative terminal to the battery the indication of the instantaneous fuel consumption will be reinitialized Change the indication again to your preference Trip meter Average Fuel Consumption Driving Range Thermometer Oil Life Mo
105. arting the engine using the starter motor The switch should be released from this position as soon as the engine starts Ignition switch reminder When using the keyless start system A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind you to return the ignition switch to the LOCK position if it is in the ACC po sition when the driver s door is opened 61 62 80JM139 You can also turn the ignition switch by inserting the ignition key into the slot The ignition switch 1 is installed to make the ignition switch turn easily If you use the ignition key to turn the ig nition switch remove the cap 1 by pinch ing both side of the cap and pull it out NOTE If you remove the cap be careful to lose it Ignition key reminder When using the ignition key A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind you to remove the ignition key if it is in the ignition switch when the driver s door is opened 81A297S VN WARNING Never return the ignition switch to the LOCK posi tion and remove the ignition key while the vehicle is moving The steer ing wheel will lock and you will not be able to steer the vehicle Always return the ignition switch to the LOCK position and remove the ignition key when leaving the vehicle even if a short time Also do not leave children alone in a parked vehicle Unattended children could cause ac cidental movement of the vehicle or
106. at belts are needed to restrain oc cupants from further movements during the accident Therefore an air bag is NOT a substitute for seat belts To maximize your protec tion ALWAYS WEAR YOUR SEAT BELTS Be aware that no system can pre vent all possible injuries that may occur in an accident An air bag supplements or adds to the crash protection offered by seat belts The driver and all passengers must be properly re strained by wearing seat belts at all times whether or not an air bag is mounted at their seating position to minimize the risk of severe injury or death in the event of a crash VN WARNING 65D610 HOW THE SYSTEM WORKS In a frontal collision the crash sensors will detect rapid deceleration and if the con troller judges that the deceleration rep resents a severe frontal crash the con troller will trigger the inflators If your ve hicle is equipped with side air bags and side curtain air bags crash sensors will detect a side collision and if the controller judges that the side collision is severe enough it will trigger a side inflator The inflators in flate the appropriate air bags with nitro gen or argon gas The inflated air bags pro vide a cushion for your head front air bags and side curtain air bags only and upper body The air bag inflates and deflates so quickly that you may not even realize that it has activated The air bag will neither hinder your view nor make it harde
107. ations only Manual Preset If any of the preset buttons 7 with num bers 1 to 6 is pressed for about 2 sec onds or more the station received cor responding to the pressed button is pre set NOTE Stations be preset for FMI FM2 LW MWI and MW2 respectively O When stations are preset the new da ta is written over the old data Auto Preset By pressing auto search button 8 for about 2 seconds or longer six stations in good receiving condition on the band now selected can be automatically preset NOTE Auto Preset can be released by press ing the auto search button 8 while au to preset is in process Stations can be preset for FMI FM2 LW MWI and MW2 respectively O Up to six stations can be preset If sta tions in good receiving condition are not found the number of stations pre set may be less than six After you have preset stations the sta tion preset under the button with num ber 1 is received If none of stations is found the unit is reset to the pre ceding frequency O When stations are preset the new da ta is written over the old data If AF is ON only RDS stations are pre set Preset Station Calling By pressing any of the preset buttons 7 with numbers 1 to 6 the correspond ing station preset can be received NOTE If the button for a station not pre set is pressed the unit displays RDS Radio Data System
108. before putting the key in the ignition 35 36 fh SHOULDER ANCHOR HEIGHT ADJUSTER for versions markets where provided Adjust the shoulder anchor height so that the shoulder belt rides on the center of the outboard shoulder To adjust the shoulder anchor height slide the anchor up or down while pulling the lock knob out After adjustment make sure that the anchor is securely locked Be sure that the shoulder belt is positioned on the cen ter of the outside shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoul der Misadjustment of the belt could reduce the effectiveness of the safe ty belt in a crash A WARNING ws SEAT BELT HANGER for versions markets where provided IMPORTANT When you move a seat back make sure the belt webbing is hooked in the seat belt hangers so the seat belts are not caught by the seatback seat hinge or seat latch This helps prevent damage to the belt system 79J035 6502095 SEAT BELT INSPECTION Periodically inspect the seat belts to make sure they work properly and are not dam aged Check the webbing buckles latch plates retractors anchorages and guide loops Replace any seat belts which do not work properly or are damaged A WARNING Be sure to inspect all seat belt assemblies after any col lision Any seat belt assembly which was in use during a collision other than a very
109. c compact disc 52D275 To remove the compact disc from its stor age case press down on the center of the case and lift the disc out holding it care fully by the edges Always handle the compact disc by the edges Never touch the surface 52D277 New discs may have some roughness around the edges The unit may not work or the sound may skip if such discs are used Use a ball point pen B etc to re move the roughness C from edges of the disc before insertion inside the unit 52D347 To remove fingermarks and dust use a soft cloth and wipe in straight line from the center of the compact disc to the cir cumference 520348 Never stick labels on the surface of the compact disc or mark the surface with a pencil or pen 520349 Do not use any solvents such as com mercially available cleaners anti static spray or thinner to clean compact discs 52D350 Do not use compact discs that have large scratches are misshaped or cracked etc Use of such discs will cause damage or pre vent the system from operating properly 52D351 Do not expose compact discs to direct sun light or any heat source 112 NOTE Do not use commercially available CD protection sheets or discs equipped with stabilizers etc These may get caught in the internal mechanism and damage the disc CD R discs may not be able to playb
110. ca tor goes out if it comes on Crank the en ine by turning the ignition key to START Release the key when the en gine starts IMPORTANT The starter is allowed to crank the engine up to 30 seconds If the engine failed to start wait 15 seconds then restart cranking Even if the third trial failed consult authorized Fiat Dealership If the engine is started after long time parking at extremely cold atmosphere such as the ambient temperature is be low 20 C release ignition key from start position and stop cranking after confirming the engine speed increase around 800 to 1000 rpm STARTING WARM ENGINE Crank the engine by turning the ignition key to START Release the key when the engine starts CAUTION WHEN STOPPING THE ENGINE WITH TURBOCHARGER When stopping the engine after climbing or high speed driving let the engine idle for about one minute or more if it is not pro hibited to cool down the turbocharger and engine oil This is to prevent the engine oil from over deteriorating Deteriorated en gine oil will damage the bearings of the tur bocharger RESTARTING D20AA DIESEL ENGINE AFTER FUEL EMPTY STOP The engine stops if the engine feels fuel emptiness To restart the engine stop the vehicle hold the ignition key in ON po sition for 5 10 seconds to feed fuel then perform above engine starting procedure DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER The diesel particulate filter fil
111. ce The play should be between the specified values Check that the steering wheel turns eas ily and smoothly without rattling by turn ing itall the way to the right and to the left while driving very slowly in an open area If the amount of free play is outside the specification or you find anything else to be wrong an inspection must be per formed by your Fiat Dealership 80JM008 207 208 CLUTCH PEDAL FLUID CONTROL CLUTCH Check the clutch pedal for smooth oper ation and clutch fluid level from time to time If clutch dragging is felt with the ped al fully depressed have the clutch in spected by your Fiat Dealership If the clutch fluid level is near the MIN line fill it up to the MAX line with TUTELA TOP 4 SAE 1704 or DOT4 brake fluid 54G307 TIRES The front and rear tire pressure specifi cations for your vehicle are listed on the Tire Information Label Both the front and rear tires should have the specified tire pressure Note that the value does not apply to the compact spare tire for versions markets where provided TIRE INSPECTION Inspect your vehicle s tires at least once a month by performing the following checks O Measure the air pressure with a tire gauge Adjust the pressure if necessary Remember to check the spare tire too WARNING Air pressures should checked when the tires are cold or you may get inaccurate read
112. ch are all the same type and size This is important to en sure proper steering and handling of the vehicle Never mix tires of differ ent size or type on the four wheels of your vehicle The size and type of tires used should be only those ap proved by Fiat as standard or op tional equipment for your vehicle Replacing the wheels and tires equipped on your vehicle with certain combinations of aftermarket wheels and tires can significantly change the steering and handling characteristics of your vehicle Therefore use only those wheel and tire combinations approved by Fiat as standard or optional equipment for your vehicle A WARNING IMPORTANT Replacing the original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer or odometer readings Check with your Fiat Dealership before purchasing replacement tires that differ in size from the original tires IMPORTANT For 4 wheel drive 4WD models replacing a tire with one of a dif ferent size or using different brands among the four tires can result in dam age to the drive train 4 tire rotation UU dg U TIRE ROTATION To avoid uneven wear of your tires and to prolong their life rotate the tires as illus trated Tires should be rotated every 10 000 km 6 000 miles After rotation adjust front and rear tire pressures to the specification listed on your vehicle s Tire Information Label 54G114 546115 COMPACT
113. cific vehicle restricted or semi universal categories X ISOFIX position not suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems in this mass group and or this size class NA not applicable NOTE universal is the category in the ECE regulation Norm 44 41 42 79 224 INSTALLATION WITH SHOULDER SEAT BELTS Available to only left position of the rear seat IMPORTANT Before installing a child re straint system in the rear seat raise the head restraint to the most upper position ELR type belt WARNING Install your child restraint system according to the in structions provided by the child re straint system manufacturer Make sure that the seat belt is securely latched Try to move the child restraint system in all directions to make sure it is securely installed 794058 INSTALLATION WITH ISOFIX TYPE ANCHORAGES Available to both left and right position of the rear seat with the ISOFIX type of the group child weight 9 to 18 kg size class or A Your vehicle is equipped with the lower anchorages in the rear seat outboard seat ing positions for securing a ISOFIX type of child restraints with the connecting bars The lower anchorages are located where the rear of the seat cushion meets the bot tom of the seatback WARNING Be sure to install the ISOFIX type of child restraint s in the only outboard seating positions not in the central position for rear s
114. ck and turn the top of the key toward the front of the vehi cle twice To unlock only the driver s door insert the key in that door lock and turn the top of the key toward the front of the vehi cle once KEYLESS START SYSTEM for versions markets where provided The keyless start system enables the fol lowing operations You can lock or unlock the doors by pushing the request switch on the door handle For details refer to the expla nation in this section You can start the engine without using an ignition key For details refer to nition Switch in the STEERING COL UMN CONTROLS section and Starting the Engine in the ING YOUR VEHICLE section You can lock or unlock the doors by operating the LOCK UNLOCK but tons on the remote controller Refer to Keyless Entry System in the BE FORE DRIVING section NOTE The keyless start system may not function correctly depending on the en vironment or operating conditions as fol lows CJ When there are strong signals coming from a television power station or a cellular phone with you 1 When the remote controller is in con tact with or covered by a metal object O When the radio wave type remote key less entry is used nearby When the remote controller is placed near an electric appliance such as per sonal computer The Keyless Start System controller mod el 5621 and key model 5001 are in com pliance w
115. cle has the oil life monitoring system that let you know when to change the engine oil and filter 79JM007 This light comes on for several seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position so you can check that light is working If this light comes on when the engine is running you should change the engine oil and oil filter immediately since the moni toring system has calculated that oil life has been diminished by detecting a dete rioration increase or decrease of engine oil When the engine oil and oil filter are changed and the oil life monitoring sys tem is reset this light will go out For de tails on how to change the engine oil re fer to Changing Engine Oil and Filter in INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE section Whenever the engine oil is changed the light must be reset to mon itor the next oil change timing properly To reset the light consult your Fiat Deal ership Change the engine oil and filter at the first blink of the light If you keep operating the engine after the light blinks severe engine damage can result VN WARNING CHARGING LIGHT 50G052A This light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and goes out when the engine is started The light will come on and remain on if there is something wrong with the battery charg ing system If the light comes on when the engine is running the charging system should be inspect
116. column controls 57 Manual heating and air conditioning Remote audio controls 126 137 100 Roof rails or roof rack 147 Supplement declaration 108 2380 167 of 255 263 264 Suspensions eee 252 Symbols battery 4 Tachometer ce 83 Tailgate 23 Technical specifications 249 Theft deterrent light 95 88 Tilt steering lock lever 67 M r 144 Towing the vehicle Frame hooks ient 143 INSEPUCEIONS 174 179 Trailer 174 Transaxle automatic 156 Changing 197 Fluid level check 196 Specific fluid 196 Transaxle 157 Gear oil 196 Gearshift lever 132 Specification 195 Using the transaxle 157 252 87
117. could tamper with power windows or power sunroof They also could suf fer from heat stroke in warm or hot weather These could result in severe injury or even death IMPORTANT CJ Do not use the starter motor for more than 15 seconds at a time For diesel engine model do not use the starter motor for more than 30 seconds at a time If the engine does not start wait 15 seconds before trying again If the engine does not start after several at tempts check the fuel and ignition sys tems or consult your Fiat Dealership O Do not leave the ignition switch in the ON position if the engine is not run ning as the battery will discharge LIGHTING TURN SIGNAL CONTROL LEVER LIGHTING OPERATION To turn the lights on or off twist the knob on the end of the lever There are three positions OFF 1 all lights are off 2095 2 Front parking lights tail lights li cense plate light and instrument lights are on but headlights are off D 3 Front parking lights tail lights li cense plate light instrument lights and head lights are on With the headlights on push the lever for ward to switch to the high beams main beams or pull the lever toward you to switch to the low beams When the high beams main beams are on a light on the instrument panel will come on To mo mentarily activate the high beams main beams as a passing signal pull the lever slightly toward you and release it when you have completed the
118. d cleanliness and lubrication of linkages 2 a qm d uum Lr m d EE hi 7 M I every 105 000 km or every 7 years Change engine and oil filter Check air cleaner conditions e e e e Replace ai filter cartridge Replace auxiliary drive belt Sight inspect fuel tank conditions e e e e Check manual transaxle gear oil level Check automatic transaxle gear level Change manual transaxle gear oil Change automatic transaxle gear ol e Check transmission unit oil level 4 4 version Check rear differential level 4x4 version Change rear differential oil 4x4 version just the first time at 15 000 km Check suspension operation e e e e e Check steering system Check engine management system operation e e e e e e via diagnostic socket zT fud e 5 2 m ecc 275 ee pollen fi filter or every 2 years 187 SERVICE SCHEDULE DIESEL VERSIONS Service coupons shall be carried out every 15 000 km Thousands of km Check tyre condition wear and adjust pressure if required Check lighting system operation headlights direction indicators hazard lights passenger compartment lights boot lights instrument panel warning lights etc Ch
119. de to the vehi cle when the key is turned to the ON position If you need to make spare keys see your Fiat Dealership The vehicle must be programmed with the correct identi fication code for the spare keys A key made by an ordinary locksmith will not work 12 lt A gt 624127 If the immobilizer system light 1 for gaso line engine or service vehicle soon SVS light 2 for diesel engine blinks when the ignition switch is in the ON position the engine will not start NOTE If this light blinks turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position then turn it back to the ON position If the light still blinks with the ignition switch turned to the ON position there may be some thing wrong with your key or with the im mobilizer system Ask your Fiat dealer to inspect the system NOTE O If you lose your Immobilizer ignition key see your Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have the lost one deac tivated then have the new key made by them O If you own other vehicles with immo bilizer keys keep those keys away from the ignition switch when using your Fiat or the engine may not be started because they may interfere with your Fiat s immobilizer system O In case of attaching any metal objects to the immobilizer key it may not start the engine IMPORTANT The immobilizer key is a sensitive electronic instrument To avoid damaging the immobilizer key D
120. e P po sition before releasing the parking brake Always set the parking brake fully before leaving your ve hicle or it may move causing injury or damage When parking make sure the gearshift lever for manual transaxle vehicles is in Ist gear or R Reverse and the gearshift lever for automatic transaxle vehicles is in P Park Remember even though the transaxle is in gear or in Park you must set the parking brake fully VN WARNING A WARNING When parking the vehicle in extremely cold weather the following procedure should be used 1 Set the parking brake 2 Manual transaxle turn off the en gine then shift into reverse or first gear Automatic transaxle shift into P Park and turn off the engine 3 With the engine off get out of the vehicle and put chocks under the wheels 4 Release the parking brake When you return to your vehicle you must remember to first set the parking brake then remove the wheel chocks PEDAL Clutch Pedal 1 For manual transaxle The clutch pedal is used to disengage the drive to the wheels when starting the en gine stopping or shifting the gearshift lever Depressing the pedal disengages the clutch IMPORTANT Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal It could result in excessive clutch wear clutch damage or unexpected loss of engine braking Brake Pedal 2 Your Fiat vehicle is equipped with either front and r
121. e Depress the clutch fully when shifting When shifting or starting off do not race the engine Racing the engine can shorten engine life and affect smooth shifting USING THE 2WD 4WD SWITCH for versions markets where provided This 4WD system enables you to select the driving mode according to the driving con ditions by operating the 2WD 4WD switch With this feature you can select 3 mode positions 2WD 4WD AUTO and 4WD LOCK by operating the 2WD 4WD switch even when the vehicle is mov ing provided the front wheels are in the straight ahead position DESCRIPTION OF 3 MODE 4 X 4 SYSTEM POSITIONS 2WD In this position engine power is supplied to the front axle only Use this position for normal driving on dry hard surfaces 4WD AUTO In this position engine power is supplied to the front and rear axles at normal speed providing greater traction than 2 wheel drive Use this position for driving on paved roads or on slippery roads icy snow covered muddy etc 80J009 In the AUTO mode the 4WD controller judges the driving conditions using signals from sensors When slipping of the front wheels is de tected the electronically controlled cou pling supplies optimum driving force to the rear wheels This function improves dri ving stability and running through perfor mance on rough roads and stabilizes dri ving performance even on a snow covered up hill road or
122. e it reaches the bottom pull the switch up briefly 25 26 Lock switch type Lock switch type B 80JMO011 The driver s door also has a lock switch for the passenger s window s When you push in the lock switch the passenger s window s can not be raised or lowered by operating any of the switches 2 3 4 or 5 To restore normal operation release the lock switch by pushing again 80JC097 VN WARNING You should always lock the passenger s window opera tion when there are children in the ve hicle Children can be seriously in jured if they get part of their body caught by the window during opera tion To avoid injuring an occupant by win dow entrapment be sure no part of the occupant s body such as hands or head is in the path of the electric win dows when closing them Always remove the ignition key when leaving the vehicle even if a short time Also do not leave children alone in a parked vehicle Unattended chil dren could use the electric window switches and get trapped by the win dow 79J207 NOTE The rear side door windows are not designed to open fully They can be opened about 2 3 of the way down NOTE If you drive with one of the rear windows open you may hear a loud sound caused by air vibration To reduce the sound open the driver s or front passen ger s window or narrow the rear window opening MIRRORS INSIDE REAR
123. e starting 60A541 This light comes on for several seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the position so you can check that light is working If the light comes on when driving there is a possibility to have water in the fuel filter Drain water as soon as possible For details of draining water refer to Fuel Fil ter in the INSPECTION AND MAIN TENANCE section IMPORTANT The presence of water in the fuel circuit may cause serious damage to the entire injection system and cause irregular engine operation the warning light turns on contact Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have the system re lieved 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 79 80 DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER WARNING LIGHT for Diesel Engine Model 643244 This light comes on for several seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the position so you can check that light is working If the light comes on when driving the diesel particulate filter is nearly clogged To regenerate the diesel particulate filter you must drive the vehicle until the light goes out at a speed of 50 km h 31 mph or higher for a while max 30 minutes de pending on the vehicle speed If you drive your vehicle until the light goes out the regeneration of the diesel partic
124. e careful that your face or hands are not injured from the seat popping up Fold the entire seat forward 79J124 794125 O Unhook the strap 2 by pushing down the hook as shown in the illustration Hook the strap 2 to the front seat head restraint as shown in the illustra tion IMPORTANT When securing the folded rear seat with a strap adjust the strap length so that the rear seat will not move 63J059 VN WARNING Luggage or other cargo should be stowed in the lug gage compartment with the rear seat in an upright position whenever pos sible If you need to carry cargo in the passenger compartment with the rear seat back folded forward be sure to secure the cargo or it may be thrown about causing injury Never pile car go higher than the seatbacks 135 136 795126 To return the seat to the normal position follow the procedure below CJ Unhook the strap from the head re straint and stow the strap to the back of the seat cushion as shown in the il lustration Make sure to adjust the strap length to avoid any slack or twist 79J129 Pull down the seat cushion until it locks into place VN WARNING When returning the rear seat cushion to the normal posi tion be careful that your finger is not caught between the lock and the floor 79J168 IMPORTANT CJ When returning the rear seat cushion to the normal position make sur
125. e fluid reservoir is considered normal periodic maintenance ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ABS WARNING LIGHT When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position the light comes on briefly so you can check that the light is working 650529 If the light stays or comes when dri ving there may be something wrong with the ABS If this happens CJ Pull off the road and stop carefully Turn the ignition switch to LOCK and then start the engine again If the warning light comes on briefly then turns off the system is normal If the warn ing light still stays on the system will be something wrong If the light and the brake system warning light stay on or come on simultaneously when driving your ABS system is equipped with the rear brake force con trol function Proportioning valve func tion and there may be something wrong with both the rear brake force control function and anti lock function of the ABS system If one of these happens have the system inspected by your Fiat Dealership If the ABS becomes inoperative the brake system will function as an ordinary brake system that does not have this ABS sys tem For details of ABS system refer to An ti Lock Brake System ABS in the OP ERATING YOUR VEHICLE section SLIP INDICATOR LIGHT for versions markets where provided ee 52KM133 ESP is a registered trademark of Daimler This li
126. e lighter push it all the way into the receptacle and release it It will automatically heat up and will pop out to its normal position when it is ready for use IMPORTANT To avoid damage to the cig arette lighter socket do not use it as oth er accessories power source Some ac cessories power plug can damage the in ner mechanism of the cigarette lighter socket ASHTRAY for versions markets where provided You can fit the ashtray into any of the cup holders on the center console Front panel ashtray 794045 794047 A WARNING Make sure tobacco is fully extinguished before closing the ashtrays Never throw waste in the ashtrays it could create a fire hazard THEFT DETERRENT LIGHT This light will blink with the ignition switch in the OFF or ACC position The blinking light is intended to deter theft by leading others to believe that the vehicle is equipped with a security system 80JM022 95 HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM There are three types of heating and air conditioning systems as follows Heating System CJ Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System O Automatic Heating and Air Condition ing System Climate Control AIR OUTLET 1 Windshield defroster outlet Side defroster outlet Side outlet Center outlet UC N Floor outlet for versions markets where p
127. e rapidly incoming call answer call 3 Push briefly if installed with optional hands free device during a call end call if installed with optional hands free device Push long redialing 4 Push briefly start the voice control if installed with optional microphone Push briefly scan to a higher advance to advance to frequency preset next track next track radio station 793233 Full map navigation system 5 Push long scan to a lower fast forward advance to frequency preset a track next folder radio station Push briefly scan to a lower return to return to frequency radio previous track previous track station Push long scan to a lower fast rewind return to frequency radio a track previous folder station 127 128 Full map navigation system 794233 Switch Mode Switch operation Music Catcher SD card MP3 WMA 1 Push briefly increase the volume _increase the volume Push long increase e the volume rapidly increase the volume rapidly 2 Push briefly decrease the volume decrease the Push decrease the volume e rapidly decrease the volume e rapidly incoming call answer r call Push briefly if installed with optional hands free device 3 during a call end call 3 installed with optional bande nee device Push long redialing Push briefly start t they voice e control if installed with optional
128. e that there is nothing around the striker Any foreign materials prevent the seat cush ion from being locked securely CJ When returning the rear seat cushion to the normal position make sure that there is nothing under the seat cushion This prevents damage to the seat cush ion Make sure that the rear seat cushion is securely locked If it is not you will see the partial red on the lock release strap Red UNLOCK 63J130 Raise the seatback until it locks into place After returning the seat try moving the seat and seatback to make sure they are securely latched VN WARNING Do not put your hand into the rear seatback lock open ing or your finger may get caught and be injured 79J127 IMPORTANT After securing the rear seatback make sure that it is locked se curely If it is not you will see red in the release lever SUN VISOR The sun visors can be pulled down to block glare coming through the wind shield or they can be unhooked and turned to the side to block glare coming through the side window 79J161 IMPORTANT When unhooking and hooking a sun visor be sure to handle it by the hard plastic parts or the sun visor can be damaged 137 138 INTERIOR LIGHT SWITCH This light switch has three positions which function as described below ON 1 The light comes on and stays on regard less of whether the door is open or closed DOOR 2
129. e vehicle can even spin in the worst case when braking on a slip pery road or when hard braking even on a dry paved road Ask your Fiat Dealership to inspect the ABS system immediately Drive carefully avoiding hard braking as much as possible A WARNING 163 164 HOW THE ABS WORKS A computer continuously monitors wheel speed The computer compares the changes in wheel speed when braking If the wheels slow suddenly indicating a skidding situation the computer will change braking pressure several times each second to prevent the wheels from locking When you start your vehicle or when you accelerate after a hard stop you may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise as the system resets or checks itself VN WARNING The ABS may not work properly if tires or wheels other than those specified in the own er s manual are used This is because the ABS works by comparing changes in wheel speed When replacing tires or wheels use only the size and type specified in this owner s manual ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM for versions markets where provided ESP is a registered trademark of Daimler AG The Electronic Stability Program ESP helps to control the vehicle during cor nering if the vehicle is understeering or oversteering It also assists you in main taining traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces It does this by regulating the engine s output and by se lect
130. ear indicators in the grooves appear on the tread surface The ESP is not a substitute for win ter tires or tire chains on a snow cov ered road VN WARNING WARNING The ESP may not work properly if engine related parts such as the muffler are not equivalent to standard equipment or are extremely deteriorated Do not modify the vehicle s sus pension since the ESP may not op erate correctly The ESP indicator lights are described be low SLIP INDICATOR LIGHT A ee When one of the ESP systems other than ABS is activated the SLIP indicator light in the instrument cluster blinks 5 times per second IMPORTANT If the SLIP indicator light comes on and stays on while driving there may be a malfunction of the ESP systems other than ABS You should have the systems inspected by an authorized Fiat Dealership NOTE When the SLIP indicator light comes on and stays on while driving in dicating a malfunction of the ESP systems other than ABS the brake system will function as an ordinary ABS with no ad ditional ESP functions 52KM133 165 166 When you disconnect and connect the battery ESP system functions other than ABS will be deactivated and the slip indi cator light will blink time per second In this case use the following procedure to reactivate the ESP systems Drive your vehicle straight ahead with out tire slippage at a speed
131. ear several clicks CJ Close the fuel filler door 133 134 FOLDING REAR SEATS The rear seats of your vehicle can be fold ed forward to provide additional cargo space To fold the rear seats forward O Hook the webbing of the outboard lap shoulder belts in the belt hangers IMPORTANT When you move a seat back make sure the belt webbing is hooked in the seat belt hangers so the seat belts are not caught by the seatback seat hinge or seat latch This helps prevent damage to the belt system Make sure the belt webbing is not twist ed Stow the seat belt buckles of the cen ter and right seating position as shown in the illustration IMPORTANT When you fold the rear seatback forward stow the seat belt buck les of the center and right seating position into the seat first This helps prevent be ing caught by the seat and being damaged Lower the adjustable head restraint fully Pull the release lever on the top of each split seat and fold the seatbacks for ward 794121 7940123 794213 IMPORTANT After folding the rear seatback forward do not allow any for eign material to enter the lock opening This may cause damage to the inside of the lock and prevent the seatback from being locked securely Pull the lock release strap 1 rearward to unlatch the seat cushion 63J057 VN WARNING When you unlatch the rear seat cushion b
132. ear disc brakes or front disc brakes and rear drum brakes Depress ing the brake pedal applies both sets of brakes You may hear occasional brake squeal when you apply the brakes This is a nor mal condition caused by environmental factors such as cold wet snow etc wut 795072 Manual transaxle Automatic transaxle 192154 If brake squeal is excessive and occurs each time the brakes are applied you should have the brakes checked by your Fiat Dealership VN WARNING Do not ride the brakes by applying them continuously or resting your foot on the pedal This will result in overheating of the brakes which could cause unpredictable braking action longer stopping dis tances or permanent brake damage VN WARNING Accelerator Pedal 3 This pedal controls the speed of the en gine Depressing the accelerator pedal in creases power output and speed 131 132 GEARSHIFT LEVER Your vehicle is equipped with either a manual transaxle or automatic transaxle The gearshift lever for each transaxle type is shown in the illustrations For details on how to use the transaxle refer to Using the Transaxle in the OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE section Manual transaxle to change gears properly you must push the clutch pedal fully down It is therefore essential that there is noth ing under the pedals make sure the mats are lying flat and do not get in the way of the pedals
133. eat 63J020 Install the ISOFIX type child restraint system according to the instructions provided by the child restraint system manufacturer After installing try moving the child re straint system in all directions espe cially forward to make sure the con necting bars are securely latched to the anchorages If your vehicle is equipped with the top strap anchorages be sure to use the top strap of the child restraint according to the instructions provided by the child re straint system manufacture oe 78 114 is a general instruction Pull upward on the rear head restraint to the most upper position IMPORTANT Before installing a child re straint system in the rear seat raise the head restraint to the most upper position If possible fold the seatback rearward for easier installation 540183 Place the child restraint the rear seat inserting the connecting bars to the an chorages between the seat cushion and the seatback 54G184 Use your hands to carefully align the connecting bar tips with the anchor ages Take care not to pinch your fin gers Push the child restraint toward the an chorages so that the connecting bar tips are partially hooked to the anchorages Use your hands to confirm the position 43 44 N Wels 540185 O Grasp the front of the child restraint and push the child restraint
134. eck windscreen wiper washer operation and adjust nozzles if required I5 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150 165 180 Check the position wear of the windscreen rearscreen wiper blades Check condition and wear of front disc brake pads and brake e pad wear indication S disc T pad a condition and a E ee Visually inspect the condition of bodywork underbody protection pipes and hoses exhaust fuel brakes rubber parts gaiters sleeves bushes etc Check and top up if required fluid levels brake hydraulic clutch e e e e fluid windscreen washer fluid battery fluid engine coolant etc Visually inspect condition of auxiliary drive bele a handbrake lever wave and it oe eee Check exhaust emissions Check cleanliness of locks bonnet and boot and cleanliness and lubrication of linkages Thousands of km 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150 165 180 Change engine oil and oil filter DPF versions 77 air cleaner conditions Replace air filter cartridge 22 pee as qr ld d qum ros s 0T 1 T 14 1111 6 111 TEN die c iii ia ii d T Replace f uel m e 95 7 IIR Sight mee a 1 1
135. ed MPI electronic injection Direct injection with electronically controlled Rail WARNING Modifications or repairs to the fuel feed system that are not carried out properly or do not take the system s technical specifications into account can cause malfunctions leading to the risk of fire ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS Battery m I jm Nickel Fuses BULBS 1 6 16v 2 0 Multijet 12V 36Ah 12 60Ah DENSO K16HPR See INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE section MEM Power Type Main beam dipped beam headlights Front fog lights Front direction indicators Rear direction indicators Parking lights License plate lights Revel i ights Passenger compartment light Luggage compartment light Spot lights Third brake light additional brake light 1 Ux 12V fog lights 2V 60 55W H4 12V 2IW PYOIW Bw Brake lights taillights 12V P21 5W 2v 5 21W WS5W P2IW DV 21W P2IW 12V 8W WSW 8W 251 252 TRANSMISSION Drive 4WD Clutch Se BRAKES 4 wheel drive electronic control self locking differential Dy single disc Belleville washer hydraulic control 1 6 16 MT 5 forward gears reverse 1 6 16V AIT 4 forward gears reverse 4 20 0 Multijet E forward guns oe Service brakes Vacuum brake SUSPENSIO
136. ed immediately by your Fiat Dealership SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT for versions markets where provided 600049 When the driver doesn t buckle his or her seat belt this light will come on For details about the seat belt reminder re fer to Seat Belts and Child Restraint Sys tems in the BEFORE DRIVING section AIR BAG LIGHT for versions markets where provided 63J030 This light blinks or comes on for several seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position so you can check if the light is working The light will come on and stay on if there is a problem in the air bag system or the seat belt pretensioner system for ver sions markets where provided If the AIR BAG light does not blink or come on briefly when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position stays on for more than 10 seconds or comes on while driving the air bag system or the seat belt pretensioner system for ver sions markets where provided may not work properly Have both systems inspected by an authorized Fiat Deal ership 77 78 TRANSAXLE WARNING LIGHT for versions markets where provided MALFUNCTION INDICATOR SERVICE VEHICLE SOON SVS LIGHT for Diesel Engine Model LIGHT oll 81A262 This light comes on for several seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the position so you can check the lig
137. ed that you trust this job to your authorized FIAT dealer 197 198 SELECTION OF COOLANT To maintain optimum performance and durability of your engine use PARAFLU UP This type of coolant is best for your cool ing system as it Helps maintain proper engine temper ature Gives proper protection against freez ing and boiling Gives proper protection against cor rosion and rust Failure to use the proper coolant can dam age your cooling system Your authorized Fiat Dealership can help you select the proper coolant For Diesel Engine Model 56 090 avoid damaging your cooling system Always use a high quality ethylene gly col base non silicate type coolant di luted with distilled water at the correct mixture concentration Make sure that the proper mix is 50 50 coolant to distilled water and in no case higher than 70 30 Concentrations greater than 70 30 coolant to distilled water will cause overheating conditions Do not use straight coolant nor plain water Do not add extra inhibitors or addi tives They may not be compatible with your cooling system Do not mix different types of base coolants Doing so may result in accel erated seal wear and or the possibili ty of severe overheating and extensive engine automatic transaxle damage 79JM015 COOLANT LEVEL CHECK Check the coo
138. efore driving 9 Bodywork 239 Brakes SAIS 162 Brake fluid 205 Brake 206 Brakes 205 Braking sss 161 Parking brake lever 130 207 Technical specifications 252 Vacuum brake 161 Bulbs 221 zb M 251 Capacities 254 Catalytic 167 Children Child proof locks 22 Child restraint systems 37 Installation with Isofix type AMCNOMAGES i 41 42 Installation with lap shoulder seat erret 42 Corrosion prevention 240 5 27 Cruise Control 69 82 4 142 Daily inspection checklist 150 Declaration of conformity 256 Dimensions 253 Dipped beam headlights Bulb replacement Control nct Doors Central door locking system 13 Child proof locks 22 Dead 14 12 262
139. el consumption units will be changed automatically O When you reconnect the negative terminal to the battery the unit of the average fuel consumption will be reini tialized Change the unit again to your preference Driving range If you selected driving range the last time you drove the vehicle the display indicates for a few seconds and then indicates the current driving range when the igni tion switch is turned to the ON posi tion The driving range shown in the display is the approximate distance you can drive until the fuel gauge indicates based on current driving conditions When the remaining fuel in fuel tank reaches a low level the display will appear If the low fuel warning light comes on fill the fuel tank immediately regardless of the value of driving range shown in the display As the driving range after refueling is cal culated based on the most recent driving condition the value is different each time you refuel NOTE If you refuel when the ignition switch is in the position the driving range may not indicate the correct value When you reconnect the negative ter minal to the battery the value of driving range will be shown after driving for a while g a la ni 79JM010 Thermometer The thermometer indicates the outside temperature If the outside temperature nears freezing the mark g will appear o
140. elp pre vent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropri ate trash handling of the battery The re cycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources For more detailed in formation about disposing or recycling of the used battery consult your FIAT Deal ership 79025 Child Proof Locks rear side door LOCK 2 UNLOCK As illustrated a child proof lock is pro vided for both rear doors When the lock lever is in position 1 the child proof lock is locked and when in position 2 the childproof lock is unlocked When the childproof lock is in the locked position the rear door cannot be opened from the inside even if the inside door lock is un locked but can be opened from the out side Be sure to place the child proof lock in the locked po sition whenever children are seated in the rear A WARNING After engaging the child lock on both rear doors check for proper engagement by trying to open a rear door with the internal handle VN WARNING 79J026 Rear door 1 Rear door unlatch switch You can lock and unlock the rear door by using the key in the driver s door lock If your vehicle is equipped with a rear door keylock you can lock or unlock the rear door by using the key in the rear door lock To open the rear door insert the key and turn it clockwise to unlatch and lift the rear door If your
141. ened Large bulky long or flat items can affect vehicle aerodynamics or be caught by the wind and can reduce vehicle control resulting in an acci dent and personal injury Drive cau tiously at reduced speed when carry ing this type of cargo VN WARNING OPERATING 60G408 EXHAUST GAS WARNING DAILY INSPECTION ENGINE OIL STARTING THE ENGINE eren USING THE TRANSAXLE USING THE 2WD 4WD SWITCH for versions markets where provided BRAKING ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM 5 for versions markets where provided RUNNING GIN CATALYTIC CONVERTER for versions markets where provided IMPROVING FUEL ECONOMY 149 150 EXHAUST GAS WARNING WARNING Avoid breathing exhaust gas es Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide a potentially lethal gas that is colorless and odorless Since carbon monoxide is difficult to detect by itself be sure to take the following precautions to help prevent carbon monoxide from entering your vehicle Do not leave the engine running in garages or other c
142. er nose weight is about 10 of gross trailer weight but does not ex ceed Maximum vertical load on trailer hitch point Also make sure that the cargo is properly secured Failure to observe this requirement may result in an accident Never overload your trailer or your vehicle Gross trail er weight must never exceed the Towing capacity Gross vehicle weight sum of the weights of the ve hicle all the occupants accessories including tow bars and a trailer hitch cargo and trailer nose weight must never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR listed in the SPECIFICATIONS section A ADDITIONAL TRAILER TOWING WARNINGS A Connect trailer lights and hook up safety chains every time you tow IMPORTANT Because towing a trailer puts additional stress on your vehicle more frequent maintenance will be re quired than under normal driving condi tions Follow the schedule for Mainte nance Recommended under Severe Dri ving Conditions Your vehicle will handle dif ferently when towing a trail er For your safety and the safety of others you should observe the fol lowing precautions Practice turning stopping and re versing before you begin towing in traffic Do not tow in traffic until you are confident that you can handle the vehicle and trailer safely Never exceed towing speed limits or 80 km h 50 mph whichever is low er Never drive at a speed that cause
143. er the floor mats and may cause corro sion Occasionally check under these mats to ensure that this area is clean and dry More frequent checks are necessary if the vehi cle is used off road or in wet weather Certain cargos such as chemicals fertiliz ers cleaners salts etc are extremely cor rosive by nature These products should be transported in sealed containers If a spill or leak does occur clean and dry the area immediately Store your vehicle in a dry well ventilated area Do not park your vehicle in a damp poor ly ventilated area If you often wash your vehicle in the garage or if you frequently drive it in when wet your garage may be damp The high humidity in the garage may cause or accelerate corrosion A wet ve hicle may corrode even in a heated garage if the ventilation is poor WARNING Do not apply additional un dercoating or rust preventive coating on or around exhaust system components such as the catalytic converter exhaust pipes etc A fire could be started if the undercoating substance becomes overheated 241 242 VEHICLE CLEANING WARNING When cleaning the interior or exterior of the vehicle NEVER USE flammable solvents such as lacquer thinners gasoline benzene or cleaning materials such as bleach es or strong household detergents The materials could cause personal injury or damage to the vehicle CLEANING THE INTERIOR Vinyl upholstery Prepare a solution
144. erefore you should occasional ly select FRESH AIR d Sp 4 f tod 80JM049 Air flow selector 4 Push the air flow selector 4 to change among the following functions The indi cation of the selected mode appears on the LCD display If the AUTO switch 8 is pushed the air flow will vary automatically as the cli mate control system maintains the se lected temperature 79J065 Ventilation c Temperature controlled air comes out of the center and side air outlets CIRR af 79J066 Bi level d Temperature controlled air comes out of the floor outlets and cooler air comes out of the center and side outlets When the temperature selector 1 is in the fully COLD position or fully HOT position however the air from the floor outlets and the air from the center and side out lets will be the same temperature 79J067 Heat e Temperature controlled air comes out of the floor outlets and the side outlets a small amount of air comes out of the windshield defroster outlets and also comes slightly out of the side defroster outlets 79J068 Heat amp defrost f Temperature controlled air comes out of the floor outlets the windshield defroster outlets the side defroster outlets and the side outlets 107 80 050 Defrost switch 5 Pus
145. erly according to applicable rules or regula tions Do not dispose of lithium bat teries with ordinary household trash 189002 To replace the battery for the remote controller of the keyless start system Insert a flat blade screw driver covered with a soft cloth in the slit of the re mote controller and pry it open Replace the battery 1 Lithium disc type CR2032 or equivalent so its terminal faces the bottom of the case as shown in the illustration Close the remote controller firmly Make sure the door locks can be erated with the remote controller 189003 A WARNING Swallowing a lithium battery may cause serious internal injury Do not allow anyone to swal low a lithium battery Keep lithium batteries away from children and pets If swallowed contact physician immediately IMPORTANT The transmitter remote controller is a sensitive electronic instru ment To avoid damaging it do not expose it to dust or moisture or tamper with in ternal parts NOTE Used batteries must be disposed properly according to applicable rules or regulations and must not be disposed with ordinary household trash 21 22 80JM133 1 Crossed out wheeled bin symbol The crossed out wheeled bin symbol 1 indicates that used battery should be col lected separately from ordinary household trash By ensuring the used battery is disposed or recycled correctly you will h
146. estraint push down on the re straint while holding in the lock lever head restraint must be removed for cleaning replacement etc push in the lock lever and pull the head restraint all the way out 63J135 Rear To raise the rear head restraint pull up ward on the restraint until it clicks To lower the restraint push down on the re straint while holding in the lock lever If a head restraint must be removed for cleaning replacement etc push in the lock lever and pull the head restraint all the way out When installing a child restraint system raise the head restraint to the most upper position SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS A WARNING Wear Your Seat Belts at All Times A WARNING An air bag supplements or adds to the frontal crash protection offered by seat belts The driver and all passengers must be properly restrained by wearing seat belts at all times whether or not an air bag is mounted at their seating po sition to minimize the risk of severe injury or death in the event of a crash WARNING Never allow persons to ride in the cargo area of a vehi cle In the event of an accident there is a much greater risk of injury for persons who are not riding in a seat with their seat belt securely fastened 65D231 65D606 Across the pelvis 65D201 31 32 Seat belts should always be adjusted as follows
147. et the blow er speed selector to a position other than With this switch operation a indicator light will come on when the air conditioning system is on To turn off the air conditioning system push the A C switch again During operation of the air conditioner you may notice slight changes in engine speed These changes are normal the sys tem is designed so that the compressor turns on or off to maintain the desired temperature Less operation of the compressor results in better fuel economy SYSTEM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Natural ventilation Select VENTILATION and FRESH AIR the temperature selector to the de sired temperature position and the blow er speed selector to OFF Fresh air will flow through the vehicle during driving Forced ventilation The control settings are the same as for natural ventilation except you set the blower speed selector to a position oth er than OFF Normal heating using outside air Select HEAT and FRESH AIR the temperature selector to the desired tem perature position and the blower speed selector to the desired blower speed po sition Setting the blower speed selector to a higher blower speed position in creases heating efficiency Quick heating using recirculated air The control settings are the same as for normal heating except you select RE CIRCULATED AIR If you use this heat ing method f
148. ets the side defroster outlets and the side outlets 79J069 Defrost e Temperature controlled air comes out of the windshield defroster outlets the side defroster outlets and the side outlets f 63J047 Air intake selector 4 This selector is used to select the follow ing modes Fresh Air f When this mode is selected the indica tor light will go off and outside air is used Recirculated Air When this mode is selected the indicator light will come on outside air is shut out and inside air is recirculated This mode is suitable when driving through dusty or polluted air such as in a tunnel or when attempting to quickly cool down the in terior FRESH AIR and RECIRCULATED AIR are switched alternately each time the air intake selector is pushed NOTE If you select RECIRCULATED AIR for an extended period of time the air in the vehicle can become contami nated Therefore you should occasional ly select FRESH AIR SYSTEM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Natural ventilation Select VENTILATION and FRESH AIR the temperature selector to the de sired temperature position and the blow er speed selector to OFF Fresh air will flow through the vehicle during driving Forced ventilation The control settings are the same as for natural ventilation except you set the blower speed selector to a position oth er than OFF Normal heating using out
149. f inhaled remove to fresh air If coolant gets in eyes flush eyes with water and seek medical attention Wash thoroughly after handling So lution can be poisonous to animals Keep out of the reach of children and animals 199 200 ANN AAA NV Wy WW W 794007 WARNING It is hazardous to remove the radiator cap when the water temperature is high because scalding fluid and steam may be blown out un der pressure Wait until the coolant temperature has lowered before re moving the cap For Gasoline Engine Model When the engine is cool remove the radiator cap by turning it slowly to the left until a stop is felt Do not press down while turning the cap Wait until any pressure is released then press down on the cap and continue turning it anticlockwise 60A212 Remove the reservoir by lifting it up and drain the reservoir completely O Loosen the drain plug attached to the lower part of the radiator and drain the coolant into a suitable container Reinstall the reservoir and fill it with coolant to the FULL line Tighten the drain plug on the radiator Fill the radiator with coolant and install the radiator cap O After filling let the engine idle for about 2 3 minutes to get rid of air in the cool ing system Stop the engine Check the coolant level i
150. f laden pressures are listed on the la bel the tires should be inflated to the laden pressures Inflate trailer tires according to the specifications pro vided by the trailer manufacturer MIRRORS Check to see if your vehicle s mirrors meet local requirements for mirrors used on towing vehicles If they do not you must install the required mirrors before you tow VEHICLE TRAILER LOADING To load your vehicle and trailer proper ly you must know how to measure gross trailer weight and trailer nose weight Gross Trailer Weight is the weight of the trailer plus all the cargo in it You can mea sure gross trailer weight by putting the ful ly loaded trailer on a vehicle scale Nose Weight is the downward force ex erted on the tow bar by the trailer cou pler with the trailer fully loaded and the coupler at its normal towing height This weight can be measured using a bathroom scales The weight of your loaded trailer Gross Trailer Weight should never exceed the Towing capacity Distribute cargo in your trailer so that nose weight is about 10 of gross trailer weight but does not exceed Maximum vertical load on trailer hitch point You should measure gross trailer weight and nose weight before towing to make sure that your load is properly distributed WARNING Improper weight distribution of your trailer may result in poor vehicle handling and swaying of the trailer Always make sure that trail
151. ff VN WARNING It is absolutely forbidden to carry out whatever after market operation involving steering system or steering column modifica tions e g installation of anti theft device that could badly affect per formance and safety cause the lapse of warranty and also result in non compliance of the vehicle with ho mologation requirements VN WARNING Never attempt to adjust the steering wheel height while the vehicle is moving or you could lose control of the vehicle 67 68 REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS for versions markets where provided You can control basic functions of the au dio system with the switches on the steer ing wheel For details refer to Audio Systems in the INSTRUMENT PANEL section HORN Press the horn button of the steering wheel to sound the horn The horn will sound with the ignition switch in any po sition CRUISE CONTROL for versions markets where provided Cruise Control is an electronic device to assist driving which makes it possible to maintain the vehicle at the desired speed without the need to press the accelerator The device must only be used in particu lar safety conditions at a speed above 40 km h 25 mph on long stretches of strai ght dry road with little change in speed e g motorways Therefore it is not re commended to use this device on extra urban roads with traffic Do not use it in cities CONTROLS 1
152. forcefully to latch the connecting bars Make sure they are securely latched by trying to move the child restraint system in all di rections especially forward Return the seatback if folded O Attach the top strap referring to In stallation of Child Restraint with Top Strap section below for versions mar kets where provided 79JF003 INSTALLATION OF CHILD RESTRAINT WITH TOP STRAP Some child restraint systems require the use ofa top strap Top strap anchor brack ets are located on the back of the rear seatbacks The number of the anchor bracket provided in your vehicle depends on the vehicle specification Install the child restraint system as follows Remove the luggage compartment cov er Secure the child restraint on rear seat using the procedure described above for securing a restraint system that does not require a top strap Hook the top strap to the anchor bracket and tighten the top strap ac cording to the instructions provided by the child restraint system manufactur er Be sure to attach the top strap to the corresponding anchor located di rectly behind the child restraint Do not attach the top strap to the luggage re straint loops for versions markets where provided Do not attach the child re straint top strap to the lug gage restraint loops for versions mar kets where provided Incorrectly at tached top strap will reduce the in tended effectiveness of the c
153. from inside The turn signal lights will flash once when the doors are locked and then the turn signal lights will flash once again when the doors are locked with the dead lock sys tem When the door s is are unlocked O The turn signal lights will flash twice and O the interior light will turn on for about 15 seconds and then fade out with the interior light switch in the middle po sition If you insert the key into the ig nition switch during that time the light will start to fade out immediately Be sure the doors are locked after you op erate the LOCK button 1 If no door is opened within about 30 sec onds after the UNLOCK button 2 is operated the doors will automatically lock again 19 20 O The maximum operating distance is about 5 meter 16 ft but this can vary depending on the surroundings espe cially near other transmitting devices such as radio towers or CB Citizen s Band radios The door locks can not be operated with the transmitter remote controller if the ignition switch is in a position other than LOCK or the ignition key is inserted in the ignition switch or if any door is open or incompletely closed you lose your transmitter remote controller ask your Fiat Dealership as soon as possible for a replacement and to have the lost one deactivated Type The Keyless Entry System Transmitter model TS002 and Receiver model R51
154. ght blinks 5 times per second when one of the ESP systems other than ABS is activated If this light blinks drive care fully When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position the light comes on briefly so you can check that the light is working If the light stays on or comes on when dri ving and remains on there may be some thing wrong with the ESP systems other than ABS You should have the system in spected by your FIAT Dealership NOTE When you disconnect and re con nect the battery ESP system functions oth er than ABS will be deactivated and the slip indicator light will blink time per second For details on how to reactive the ESP sys tems refer to SLIP Indicator Light in the OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE section For details of the ESP systems refer to Electronic Stability Program 5 in the OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE section The ESP systems cannot prevent accidents Always drive carefully A WARNING 75 76 ESP WARNING LIGHT Electronic Stability Program for versions markets where provided ESP 66J031 When the ignition switch is turned to the position the light comes on briefly so you can check that the light is working If the light stays on or comes on when dri ving there may be something wrong with the ESP systems other than ABS You should have the system inspected by an authorized FIAT dealer For details of the ESP
155. greater than approximately 15 km h 9 mph for a few seconds O The indicator light will go out and the ESP systems other than ABS will be re activated It may take more than few seconds before the slip indicator light goes out depending on the road surface condition ESP Warning Light IMPORTANT If the ESP warning light comes on or stays on while driving there may be a malfunction of the ESP systems other than ABS You should have the systems inspected by an authorized Fiat Dealership NOTE When the ESP warning light comes on or stays on while driving indi cating a malfunction of the ESP systems other than ABS the brake system will function as an ordinary ABS that has no additional ESP functions ESP OFF Indicator Light ESP OFF ESP 66J031 When the ESP systems other than ABS have a system malfunction the ESP warning light in the instrument cluster comes on 66J032 You should turn the on during your ordinary driving so that you have the ben efits of all of the ESP systems It may be required to turn the ESP sys tems other than ABS off if your vehicle is stuck in sand mud or snow where wheel spin is necessary ESP OFF switch 7 3 LZ S o 62J142 When the ESP OFF switch located at the center of the instrument panel is pushed and held to turn off the 5 5 5 tems other th
156. h the defrost switch 5 to turn on the defroster 108 80JM051 Defrost Temperature controlled air comes out of the windshield defroster outlets the side defroster outlets and the side outlets NOTE When the defrost switch 5 is pushed to turn on the defroster the air conditioning system will come on and the FRESH AIR mode will be selected au tomatically In very cold weather howev er the air conditioning system will not turn on 7 6 80JM126 SYSTEM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Automatic operation You can let the climate control system work automatically To set the system for fully automatic operation follow the pro cedure below O Start the engine Push the AUTO switch 8 O Set the desired temperature by turn ing the temperature selector 1 The blower speed air intake and air flow are controlled automatically to maintain the set temperature You can use the air conditioning switch 7 to manually turn the air conditioner on or off according to your preference When you turn the air conditioning switch off the climate control system cannot lower the inside temperature below outside temperature To turn the climate control system off push the OFF switch 6 NOTE If the AUTO the LCD display blinks there is a problem in the heating system and or air conditioning system You should have the system inspected by an authorized FIAT Dealer
157. he display shows the trip meter NOTE The indicated maximum value of the trip meter is 9999 9 When you run past the maximum value the indicated val ue will return to 0 0 Average fuel consumption If you selected average fuel consumption the last time you drove the vehicle the display shows the last value of average fu el consumption from previous driving when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position Unless you reset the val ue of average fuel consumption the dis play indicates the value of average fuel consumption which includes average fuel consumption during previous driving To reset the average fuel consumption to zero push and hold the indicator selector knob 2 for a while when the display shows the average fuel consumption NOTE When you reset the indication or reconnect the negative terminal to the battery the value of average fuel con sumption will be shown after driving for a while To change the unit of average fuel con sumption while pushing and holding the trip meter selector knob 1 turn the dicator selector knob 2 87 0 10 20 30 L 100km 2 L 100km 80JM137 NOTE Depending on the vehicle s speci fication the fuel consumption units of ini tial setting are indicated as km L or L 100km NOTE O When you change the units that av erage fuel consumption is displayed in the instantaneous fu
158. hether the adopted engine oil is falling within the following quality classes API CF or ACEA B4 recommended product SELENIA WR SAE 5W 40 Fiat 9 55535 N2 qualification 191 192 For Gasoline Engine Model For Diesel Engine Model 80G064 OIL LEVEL CHECK It is important to keep the engine oil at the correct level for proper lubrication of your vehicle s engine Check the oil level with the vehicle on a level surface The oil level indication may be inaccurate if the vehicle is on a slope The oil level should be checked either before starting the en gine or at least 5 minutes after stopping the engine The handle of the engine oil dipstick is col ored yellow for easy identification Pull out the oil dipstick wipe oil off with a clean cloth insert the dipstick all the way into the engine then remove it again The oil on the stick should be between the upper and lower limits shown on the stick If the oil level indication is near the lower limit add enough oil to raise the level to the up per limit 794170 MIN 2 MAX 3 Engine oil dipstick IMPORTANT Failure to check the oil lev el regularly could lead to serious engine trouble due to insufficient oil 81A147 REFILLING Remove the oil filler cap and pour oil slowly through the filler hole to bring the oil level to the upper limit on the dipstick Be careful not to overfill Too much oil is almost as bad as too little oil
159. hicles of other mod els In no case should it be used for re pairs under the vehicle Incorrect po sitioning of the jack may cause the jacked vehicle to fall Do not use the jack for higher capacities than stated on its label It is important to read the jacking in structions in the EMERGENCY SER VICE section of this manual before attempting to use the jack 79JM014 79J085 80J048 79J086 VN WARNING After using the tire changing tools be sure to stow them securely or they can cause injury if an accident occurs FRONT SEAT BACK SHOPPING HOOK LUGGAGE RESTRAINT POCKET for versions markets where provided LOOPS for versions markets where provided for versions markets where provided T LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT This pocket is provided for holding light Four luggage restraint loops are provid and soft things such as gloves newspapers You can hang the shopping bag or other ed on the luggage compartment floor An or magazines suitable objects on the hook optional rubber net can be hooked to these loops to help keep cargo from mov ing around in the luggage compartment during normal driving This hook is not designed for large or heavy items 60B119 WARNING Do not put hard or break 80JMO58 792087 able objects the pocket If an accident occurs objects such as bottles cans etc can injure the oc cupants in the rear
160. hifting into or Do not shift from or to 3 27 when the en gine is running above idle speed not rev the engine with the transaxle a drive position D 3 2 or L and the front wheels not moving C Do not use the accelerator to hold the vehicle on a hill Use the vehicle s brakes MANUAL TRANSAXLE Starting off To start off push in the clutch pedal and shift into Ist gear After releasing the park ing brake gradually release the clutch When you hear a change in the engine s sound slowly press the accelerator while continuing to gradually release the clutch Shifting All forward gears are synchronized which provides for quiet easy shifting Always push in the clutch pedal fully before shift ing gears 1 N IL l 6 speed manual transaxle for Diesel engine 80J2033 157 158 6 speed manual transaxle for Diesel engine 794217 Reverse engagement for 6 speed Manual Transaxle model For Diesel Engine Model Reverse gear with lifting up ring shift the gearshift lever to the right engage gear To change gears properly you must push the clutch pedal fully down It is therefore es sential that there is nothing under the pedals make sure the mats are lying flat and do not get in the way of the pedals VN WARNING Downshifting maximum
161. hild re straint system VN WARNING P and or 86G032 1 When routing the top strap be sure to pass the top strap as shown in the il lustration Refer to Adjustable Head Restraints section for details on how to raise or lower the head restraint O Make sure that cargo does not inter fere with routing of the top strap 63J269 SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER SYSTEM for versions markets where provided This section of the owner s describes your Fiat s SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER SYS TEM Please read and follow ALL these instructions carefully to mini mize your risk of severe injury or death VN WARNING To determine if your vehicle is equipped with a seat belt pretensioner system at the front seating positions check the label on the front seat belt at the bottom part If the letters and or PRE appear as il lustrated your vehicle is equipped with the seat belt pretensioner system You can use the pretensioner seat belts in the same manner as ordinary seat belts Read this section and the Supplemental Restraint System air bags section to learn more about the pretensioner sys tem The seat belt pretensioner system works with the SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM Air Bags The crash sensors and the electronic controller of the air bag sys tem also control the seat belt preten sioners When the air bags are triggered the pretensioners are also
162. hip A LAP SHOULDER BELT Emergency Locking Retractor ELR The seat belt has an emergency locking retractor ELR which is designed to lock the seat belt only during a sudden stop or impact It also may lock if you pull the belt across your body very quickly If this happens let the belt go back to unlock it then pull the belt across your body more slowly Safety reminder To reduce the risk of sliding under the belt during a collision position the lap portion of the belt across your lap as low on your hips as possible and adjust it to a snug fit by pulling the shoulder portion of the belt upward through the latch plate The length of the diagonal shoulder strap adjusts it self to allow freedom of movement Sit up straight and fully back Low on hips 60A038 Low on hips 60A040 33 34 604036 To fasten the seat belt sit up straight and well back in the seat pull the latch plate attached to the seat belt across your body and press it into the buckle until you hear a click 80J2008 NOTE The word CENTER is molded in to the buckle for the rear center belt The buckles are designed so a latch plate can not be inserted into the wrong buckle 60A039 To unfasten the belt push the red PRESS button on the buckle and allow the belt to retract 79JF002 DRIVER S SEAT BELT REMINDER When
163. ht is working If this light comes on there is the problem with the transaxle system Ask your Fiat Dealership to have the sys tem inspected 65D530 Your vehicle has a computer controlled emission control system A malfunction in dicator light is provided on the instrument cluster to indicate when it is necessary to have the emission control system serviced The malfunction indicator light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position to let you know the light is working and goes out when the engine is started If the malfunction indicator light comes on or blinks when the engine is running ser vice to the emission control system is nec essary Bring the vehicle to your FIAT Dealership to have the emission control system serviced right away and avoid hard acceleration until the service is performed IMPORTANT Continuing to drive the ve hicle when the malfunction indicator light is on or blinking can cause permanent damage to the vehicle s emission control system and can affect fuel economy and driveability 84E034 When the ignition switch is turned to the position this light comes on briefly to let you know the light is working If this light blinks with the ignition switch turned ON the engine will not start NOTE If this light blinks turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position then turn it back to the ON position If the light still blinks with the ignit
164. ic ulate filter is nearly clogged You should regenerate the diesel particulate filter when the diesel particulate filter warning light comes on To regenerate the diesel particulate filter you must drive the ve hicle until the light goes out at a speed of 50 km h 31 mph or higher for a while max 30 minutes depending on the vehi cle speed However you should drive carefully and within the legal speed limit and should take in to consideration the surrounding traffic conditions If you drive your vehicle until the light goes out the regeneration of the diesel partic ulate filter will be completed IMPORTANT Be sure to regenerate the diesel particulate filter when the Diesel Particulate Filter warning light comes on Failure to regenerate the diesel particu late filter will cause the vehicle malfunc tion due to the clogged filter VEHICLE WITH KEYLESS START SYSTEM The ignition switch can be operated with out using an ignition key when the remote controller is in an area of the vehicle oth er than the rear luggage area To turn the ignition switch first push in the switch 56KN082 79JF001 Manual transaxle vehicle You must push in the ignition switch to turn it from the LOCK position to the ACC position To return to the LOCK position from the posi tion turn the ignition switch counter clockwise while pushing in the switch Automatic transaxle vehicle
165. ic CDs on a single CD media This fig ures refer to data recorded on a 650 MB CD R or CD RW at a fixed bit rate of 128 kbps and a sampling frequency of 44 1 kHz 12 18 17 20 795194 Points to remember when making files Common High bit rate and high sampling fre quency are recommended for high quality sounds Selecting VBR Variable Bit Rate is not recommended because playing time is not displayed properly and sound may be skipped The playback sound quality differs de pending on the encoding circumstances For details refer to the user manual of your own encoding software and writ ing software MP3 It is recommended to set the bit rate to 128 kbps or more and fixed WMA It is recommended to set the bit rate to 64 kbps or more and fixed Do not set the copy protect attribute on the WMA file to enable this unit to play back NOTE Never assign the mp3 or file name extension to a file that is not in the MP3 WMA format This may not only produce noise from the speaker damage but also damage your hearing Recording MP3 WMA files on a CD media You are recommended to minimize the chances of making a disc that contains both CD DA files and MP3 WMA files If CD DA files are on the same disc as MP3 or WMA files the songs may not play in the intended order or some songs may not play at all CJ When stori
166. ic transaxle before attempting to start the engine WARNING 80JS008 IMPORTANT We recommend that dur ing the initial period you do not drive to full vehicle performance e g excessive ac celeration long journeys at top speed sharp braking etc IMPORTANT When the engine is switched off never leave the key into the ignition switch to prevent pointless cur rent absorption from draining the battery STARTING A COLD ENGINE For Gasoline Engine Model With your foot off the accelerator pedal crank the engine by turning the ignition key to START Release the key when the engine starts IMPORTANT O Stop turning the starter immediately af ter the engine has started or the starter system can be damaged Do not crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time If the engine does n t start on the first try wait about 15 seconds before trying again If the engine does not start after 15 onds of cranking wait about 15 seconds then press down the accelerator pedal to 1 3 of its travel and try cranking the en gine again Release the key and accelera tor pedal when the engine starts If the engine still does not start try hold ing the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor while cranking This should clear the engine if it is flooded STARTING A COLD ENGINE for Diesel Engine Model Turn the ignition switch to the ON po sition and wait until the glow plug indi
167. icle has a manual transaxle VN WARNING Be sure to shift into Park in automatic transaxle or shift into R Reverse in manual transaxle when you jack up the vehicle Never jack up the vehicle with the transaxle in N Neutral Other wise unstable jack may cause an ac cident Turn on the hazard warning flasher if your vehicle is near traffic Block the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the wheel being lifted 79JM014 75 062 Place the spare wheel near the wheel being lifted as shown in the illustration in case that the jack is slipped 54G253 Position the jack vertically and raise the jack by turning the jack handle clock wise until the jack head recess fits the rod of the body Continue to raise the jack slowly and smoothly until the tire clears the ground Do not raise the vehicle more than necessary A Use the jack only to change wheels on level hard ground Never jack up the vehicle on an in clined surface Never raise the vehicle with the jack in a location other than between the frame bosses near the wheel to be changed Make sure that the jack is raised at least 51 mm 2 inches before it con tacts the flange Use of the jack when it is within 51 mm 2 inches of being fully collapsed may result in failure of the jack Never get under the vehicle when it is supported b
168. icle is fitted with a restrictor in the fuel filler pipe then you must use unleaded gasoline with an octane number RON of 91 or higher or RON of 95 or higher if it is stated on the fuel filler lid These vehicles are also identified by a la bel attached near the fuel filler pipe that states UNLEADED FUEL ONLY NUR UNVERBLEITES BENZIN EN DAST BLYFRI BENSIN or SOLO GASOLINA SIN PLOMO If the RON 95 label is attached you must use unleaded gasoline with an octane number RON of 95 or higher 68 086 Gasoline Ethanol blends Blends of unleaded gasoline and ethanol grain alcohol also known as gasohol are commercially available in some areas Blends of this type may be used in your ve hicle if they are no more than 10 ethanol Make sure this gasoline ethanol blend has octane ratings no lower than those recommended for gasoline Gasoline Methanol blends Blends of unleaded gasoline and methanol wood alcohol are also commercially avail able in some areas DO NOT USE fuels containing more than 5 methanol under any circumstances Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems resulting from the use of such fuels are not the re sponsibility of Fiat and may not be covered under the New Vehicle Warranty Fuels containing 5 or less methanol may be suitable for use in your vehicle if they contain cosolvents and corrosion hibitors NOTE If you are not satisfied
169. ight If you leave any of the doors open with the ignition switch in the ACC position for a while and no key inserted the engine may not start when you turn the ignition switch to START If the engine does not start close all doors completely or turn the ignition switch back to the LOCK position then start the engine You can also turn the ignition switch by inserting the ignition key into the slot Re fer to Ignition Switch in the STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS section 155 156 USING THE TRANSAXLE 4 SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE Gearshift lever The gearshift lever is designed so that it cannot be shifted out of the P position unless the ignition switch is in the ON position and the brake pedal is depressed VN WARNING Always depress the brake pedal before shifting from P Park or N Neutral if the ve hicle is stationary to a forward or re verse gear to help prevent the vehi cle from moving unexpectedly when you shift Use the gearshift lever positions as de scribed below P Park Use this position to lock the transaxle when the vehicle is parked or when start ing the engine Shift into Park only when the vehicle is completely stationary 7174021 Gearshift lever positions 19028 R Reverse Use this position to reverse the vehicle from stop Make sure that vehicle is com pletely stationary before shifting into Re
170. iles or 24 months reckoning from 0 km 0 0 month Every 15 000 km 9 000 miles or 12 months Every 45 000 km 27 000 miles or 36 months DRIVE BELT When the engine is running keep hands hair clothing tools etc away from the moving fan and drive belts For Gasoline Engine Model Make sure the drive belt tension is cor rect If the belt is too loose insufficient battery charging engine overheating poor power steering poor air conditioning or excessive belt wear can result When you press the belt with your thumb midway between the pulleys there should be a de flection according to the following chart The belts should also be examined to en sure that they are not damaged If you need to replace or adjust the belt have it done by your Fiat Dealership DEF 4 5 5 5 mm 0 18 0 22 in DEF 3 5 mm 0 12 0 20 in GE DEF 7 8 mm 0 28 0 31 in gt 100 N 10 kg 22 Ibs press GE Generator DEF Deflection AC Air conditioner compressor 634132 For Diesel Engine Model The drive belts tension is adjusted auto matically ENGINE OIL AND FILTER OIL SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE ENGINES Check whether the adopted engine oil is falling within the following quality classes API SL SM or ACEA A3 recommended product SELENIA SAE 5W 40 Fiat 9 55535 M2 qualification OIL SPECIFICATIONS DIESEL ENGINES Check w
171. iles in one fold er 255 Maximum depth of trees 8 O Maximum number of folders 255 Root folder is included MP3 WMA Mode MP3 WMA mode is selected by pressing the CD button 12 when power is off or in other modes NOTE CJ MP3 WMA mode is not selected if no MP3 WMA disc is in the unit If the mode has changed to CD chang er mode press the CD button 12 again Disc Insert Eject To insert a disc make sure that its label side is up To eject it press the eject but ton 13 NOTE The CD IN indicator remains lit while a disc is in the unit Be careful not to insert a disc when the CD IN indicator is lit File Up Down The desired file can be selected by press ing the file up button 4 or the file down button 5 4 Next file 5 Preceding file Press it twice Folder Up Down The desired folder can be selected by pressing the folder up button 17 or the folder down button 18 17 Next folder 18 Preceding folder Fast Forward Fast Reverse Play speed increases while the button 4 or 5 is kept depressed 4 Fast forward 5 Fast reverse NOTE O When the present file in REPEAT play mode comes to its end it returns to normal play CJ If Fast Forward is kept to the end of the disc it returns to the first file 121 122 Text Display Each time the text display button 20 is pressed in MP3 WMA mode the display change as follows E
172. indicator in the red zone or se vere engine damage can result When downshifting to a lower gear make sure not to operate with excessive revolution speeds of the engine Refer to shifting maximum allowable speeds in the OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE section 79JM001 FUEL GAUGE When the ignition switch is in the ON position this gauge gives an approximate indication of the amount of fuel in the fu el tank F stands for full and E stands for empty If the indicator gets off the graduation of E not character E refill the tank as soon as possible 2 80JM102 NOTE The indicator moves a little de pending on road conditions for example slope or curve and driving conditions be cause of fuel moving in the tank If the low fuel warning light 1 comes on fill the fuel tank immediately When the low fuel warning light 1 comes on a ding sounds once to remind you to fill the fuel If you do not fill the fuel a ding sounds every time when the ignition switch is turned to ON NOTE The activation point of the low fu el warning light 1 varies depending on road conditions for example slope or curve and driving conditions because of fuel moving in the tank The mark 2 indicates that the fuel filler door is located on the left side of the ve hicle TEMPERATURE GAUGE OVERHEAT INDICATOR LIGHT For Diesel Engine Model W W war 79J
173. ing table shows the times when you should perform regular maintenance on your vehicle This table shows in miles kilometers and months when you should perform inspections adjustments lubri cation and other services These intervals should be shortened if driving is usually done under severe conditions refer to Maintenance Recommended under Se vere Driving Conditions IMPORTANT The Programmed Mainte nance coupons are specified by the Man ufacturer The failure to have them car ried out may invalidate the warranty IMPORTANT Whenever it becomes nec essary to replace parts on your vehicle it is recommended that you use genuine Fiat replacement parts A WARNING Vehicle maintenance should be entrusted to Fiat Dealer ship For routine and minor mainte nance operations you wish to carry out yourself always make sure you have the proper equipment genuine Fiat spare parts and the necessary flu ids do not however carry out these operations if you have no experience VN The shock absorbers are filled with high pressure gas Never attempt to disassemble it or throw it into a fire Avoid storing it near a heater or heating device When scrapping the absorber the gas must be released from the absorber safely Ask your Fiat Dealership for as sistance 185 SERVICE SCHEDULE PETROL VERSIONS Service coupons shall be carried out every 15 000 km Thousands ofkm 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150 165 1
174. ing to its 5W 40 viscosimetric grade and its special formulation it more effectively meets the emission limits re quired by new European regulations and exceeds the major international specifications The range also includes Selenia StAR Selenia Racing Selenia 20K Alfa Romeo Selenia TD Selenia Performer 5W 40 For further information on Selenia products visit the web site www flselenia com Fiat Group Automobiles 5 Customer Services Technical Services Service Engineering Largo Senatore Agnelli 5 10040 Volvera Torino Italia Print 603 81 624 06 2009 edition The data contained in this publication is intended merely as a guide FIAT reserves the right to modify the models and versions described in this booklet at any time for technical and commercial reasons If you have any further questions please consult your FIAT dealer Printed in recycled paper without chlorine
175. ing your vehicle to your FIAT Dealer ship since special procedures materials and tools are required VN WARNING After driving the vehicle the gear oil temperature may be high enough to burn you Wait until the oil filler plug is cool enough to touch with your bare hands before in specting transaxle oil Manual transaxle 795143 IMPORTANT When tightening the plug apply sealing compound Loctite 510 or equivalent to the plug threads to prevent oil leakage Gear Oil Change Since special procedures materials and tools are required it is recommended that you trust this job to your authorized Fiat Dealership AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE AT FLUID SPECIFIC FLUID Contact Fiat Dealership to receive indi cations about the proper fluid to use FLUID LEVEL CHECK IMPORTANT Driving with too much or too little fluid can damage the transaxle You must check the fluid level with the au tomatic transaxle fluid at normal operat ing temperature To check the fluid level warm up the transaxle fluid drive the vehicle or idle the engine until the temperature gauge indicates normal op erating temperature Then drive for ten more minutes IMPORTANT To prevent damages to the automatic transaxle of your vehicle nev er use a fluid different than that recom mended by Fiat Dealership 634125 NOTE Do not check the fluid level if you have just driven the vehicle f
176. ion switch once and push the switch again If the keyless start system red indicator light illuminates the remote controller may not be in the vehicle or the battery of the remote controller may be unre liable The red indicator light will turn off within several seconds after the re mote controller is returned in the ve hicle except in the rear luggage area When the remote controller is in the ve hicle except the rear luggage area you can turn the ignition switch without using an ignition key NOTE O If the battery of the remote controller runs down or there are strong radio waves or noise the operating range may be narrower or the remote con troller may be inoperative If the remote controller is too close to the door glass it may not operate CJ The ignition switch may not turn when the remote controller is on the instru ment panel in the glove box in the door pocket in the sun visor or on the floor IMPORTANT The remote controller is a sensitive electronic instrument To avoid damaging the remote controller Do not expose it to impacts moisture or high temperature such as on the dashboard under direct sunlight CJ Keep the remote controller away from magnetic objects such as a television You can also turn the ignition switch by inserting the ignition key into the slot If you leave any of the doors open with the ignition switch in the ACC position for a while and no key inserted
177. ion switch turned to the position there may be something wrong with the immobilizer system Ask to you Fiat Dealership to inspect the system FIAT CODE SYSTEM LIGHT IMMOBILIZER for versions markets where provided f When the ignition switch is turned to the position this light comes on to let you know the light is working 65D239 If this light blinks with the ignition switch turned to ON the engine will not start NOTE If this light blinks turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position then turn it back to the ON position If the light still blinks with the ignition switch turned to the ON position there may be some thing wrong with the immobilizer system Ask to you Fiat Dealership to inspect the system OVERHEAT INDICATOR LIGHT for Diesel Engine Model FUEL FILTER WARNING LIGHT for Diesel Engine Model Q un e m kg 54G345 This light comes on for several seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the position so you can check that light is working If this light comes on while driving it may mean engine overheat Refer to Tem perature Gauge Overheat Indicator Light section GLOW PLUG INDICATOR LIGHT for Diesel Engine Model 60A534 If the coolant temperature is cool enough this light comes on when the ignition switch is turned on and goes out when the glow plug is heated enough for engin
178. ioned correctly the bon net may fall violently VN WARNING To close the engine hood CJ Lift the hood up slightly and remove the prop rod from the hole Put the prop rod back to the holding clip Lower the hood close to the bumper then let it drop down Make sure the hood is securely latched after closing A WARNING For safety reasons the bon net must be closed properly to avoid its opening while the vehi cle is travelling Therefore always check it is properly closed and the catch engaged Should you notice that the catch is not perfectly en gaged when travelling stop the vehi cle immediately and close the bonnet 141 142 CUP HOLDER for versions markets where provided The cup holders are provided in the cen ter console Do not use the cup holder to hold cups containing hot liq uids or sharpedged hard or break able objects Objects in the cup hold er may be thrown about during a sud den stop or impact and could cause personal injury WARNING Pull the lid to open X 8 79 051 80JM055 Rear 4 79J052 80JM087 80JM143 Bottle holder You should hold a bottle with a cap in the holder FRAME HOOKS Frame hooks are provided on the front 1 rear 2 and side 3 for ver sions markets where provided of the ve hicle The hooks 1 and 2 are used for emergency situa
179. ios may cause electronic interference with your vehicle s ignition system re sulting in vehicle performance problems Consult your Fiat Dealership or qualified service technician for advice on installing such mobile communication equipment WABLE OF GONUENUS BEFORE DRIVING STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE DRIVING TIPS VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE EMERGENCY SERVICE BODY WORK CARE GENERAL INFORMATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SUPPLEMENT INDEX Page left blank voluntarily BEFORE DRIVING FUEL 10 KEYS DOOR LOCKS 12 bailes 24 MIRRORS 27 SEAT ADJUSTMENT ettet 28 ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINTS for versions markets where provided 30 SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 3l CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM FOR EU COUNTRIES 40 SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM AIR BAGS 60G404 for versions markets where provided 10 FUEL RECOMMENDATION GASOLINE ENGINE If your vehicle is not fitted with a restrictor in the fuel filler pipe then you may use lead ed or unleaded gasoline with an octane number RON of 85 or higher Note it is preferable to use unleaded gaso line If your veh
180. iper arm 2 and remove the wiper frame from the arm as shown Unlock the lock end of the wiper blade and slide the blade out as shown 7 540132 546134 Removal Installation Removal Installation 1 Locked end 1 Locked end 228 quM ona 7 Lm i us Type C NOTE For Type C do not flex the wiper blade frame end more than necessary If you do it can break off 546135 Retainer If the new blade is provided without the two metal retainers move them from the old blade to the new one CJ Install the new blade in the reverse or der of removal with the locked end po sitioned toward the wiper arm except Type C IMPORTANT Make sure the blade is pro perly retained by all the hooks Lock the blade end into place J Reinstall wiper frame to arm making su re that the lock lever is snapped secu rely into the arm 80G146 FOR REAR WIPERS Hold the wiper arm away from the win dow Remove the wiper frame from the arm as shown Slide the blade out as shown am Jc 65D151 NOTE Do not flex the wiper blade frame end more than necessary If you do it can break off 229 230 540135 Retainer If the new blade is provided without the two metal re
181. ir conditioning sys tem To turn on the air conditioning system push in the switch and A C ON will ap pear on the LCD display To turn off the air conditioning system push in the switch again and A C ON will go off 105 106 se 2 PUSH ecce 3 AUTO 4 b 2207 ecw gt 80JM047 Blower speed selector 2 The blower speed selector 2 is used to turn on the blower and to select blower speed If the AUTO switch 8 is pushed the blower speed will vary automatically as the climate control system maintains the se lected temperature 79 009 Air intake selector 3 Push the air intake selector 3 to change between the following modes If the AUTO switch 8 is pushed the air intake will vary automatically as the cli mate control system maintains the se lected temperature RECIRCULATED AIR a When this mode is selected outside air is shut off and inside air is recirculated This mode is suitable when driving through an area with polluted air such as a tunnel or when attempting to quickly cool down the vehicle FRESH AIR b When this mode is selected outside air is introduced FRESH AIR and RECIRCULATED AIR are selected alternately each time the air intake selector is pushed NOTE If you select RECIRCULATED AIR for an extended period of time the air in the vehicle can become contami nated Th
182. itches is dif ferent if the navigation system is equipped or not For vehicle without navigation system To control the volume O To increase the volume push the switch 1 To decrease the volume push the switch 2 To mute push the switch 3 To select the mode push the switch 4 You can also turn on the audio system by pushing the switch 4 63 305 To change the radio station O To advance to the next preset station push the switch 5 briefly only MP3 version O To select the previous preset station push the switch 6 briefly only MP3 version O To scan the higher frequency radio station push and hold the switch 5 O To scan the lower frequency radio sta tion push and hold the switch 6 To scan the selection on a CD O To advance to the next track on a CD push the switch 5 O To select the previous track on a CD push the switch 6 For vehicle with navigation system Refer to the chart below how to use the switches on the steering wheel Switch Mode Switch operation Tuner CD CD MP3 WMA Push briefly increase the increase the increase 1 volume volume the volume Push long increase the increase the increase the volume rapidly volume rapidly volume rapidly Push briefly decrease the decrease the decrease the 2 volume volume volume Push long decrease the decrease the decrease the volume rapidly volume rapidly volum
183. ith the essential requirements and other provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC NOTE Make sure the ignition key is stowed in the remote controller If the remote controller becomes unreliable you can not lock or unlock the doors and start the engine Be sure that the driver always carries the remote controller If you lose your remote controller see your Fiat Dealership as soon as possi ble to have the lost one deactivated You can use up to four remote con trollers and ignition keys for your ve hicle Ask your Fiat Dealership for de tails The battery life of the remote troller is about two years but it can very depending on usage conditions 15 62J004 To stow the ignition key in the remote controller push the key in the remote controller until the click is heard 62J005 To remove the key from the remote con troller push the button A in the direc tion of the arrow and pull the key out from the remote controller 16 79023 Keyless unlocking locking operation When the remote controller is within the access range you can lock or unlock the doors by pushing the request switch 1 on the door handle of the driver s door front passenger s door or rear door If you want to prevent tamper unlocking of the door locks you can activate the dead lock system To lock or dead lock all doors when all doors
184. ively applying the brakes In addition ESP helps to avoid skidding by controlling braking pressure The ESP cannot enhance the vehicle s driving stabili ty in all situations and does not con trol your vehicle s entire braking sys tem ESP cannot prevent acci dents including those resulting from excessive speed in turns or hy droplaning Only a safe and attentive driver can prevent accidents The ca pabilities of an 5 equipped ve hicle must never be used as a substi tute for careful driving A WARNING The has the following three systems STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM The vehicle stability control system helps provide integrated control of systems such as anti lock brakes traction control en gine control etc This system automati cally controls the brakes and engine to help prevent the vehicle from skidding when cornering on a slippery road surface or when turning the steering wheel abruptly TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM The traction control system automatical ly helps prevent the spinning of wheels when the vehicle is started or accelerated on slippery road surfaces The system op erates only if it senses that some of the wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system operates the front or rear brakes and re duces engine power to limit wheel spin NOTE You may hear a clicking sound in the engine compartment for a few seconds when you start the engine
185. keep it clean with frequent washing Wash your vehicle at least once during the winter and once immediately after the winter Keep your vehicle particularly the underside as clean and dry as possible If you frequently drive on salted roads your vehicle should be washed at least once a month during the winter If you live near the ocean your vehicle should be washed at least once a month throughout the year For washing instructions refer to the hicle Cleaning section Remove foreign material deposits Foreign material such as salts chemicals road oil or tar tree sap bird droppings and industrial fall out may damage the fin ish of your vehicle if it is left on painted surfaces Remove these types of deposits as quickly as possible If these deposits are difficult to wash off an additional cleaner may be required Be sure that any clean er you use is not harmful to painted sur faces and is specifically intended for your purposes Follow the manufacturer s di rections when using these special clean ers Repair finish damage Carefully examine your vehicle for dam age to the painted surfaces Should you find any chips or scratches in the paint touch them up immediately to prevent corrosion from starting If the chips or scratches have gone through to the bare metal have a qualified body shop make the repair Keep passenger and luggage compartments clean Moisture dirt or mud can accumulate un d
186. lant level at the reservoir tank not at the radiator With the engine cool the coolant level should be between the FULL and LOW marks ADDING COOLANT VN WARNING It is hazardous to remove the degassing tank cap for Diesel engine when the water temperature is high because scalding fluid and steam may be blown out under pres sure Wait until the coolant temper ature has lowered before removing the cap If the coolant level is below the LOW mark more coolant should be added When the engine is cool remove the de gassing tank cap by turning it anticlock wise slowly to release any pressure And add coolant until the degassing tank level reaches the FULL mark Never fill the degassing tank above the FULL mark IMPORTANT The mixture you use should contain 5076 concentration of antifreeze If the lowest ambient temperature in your area is expected to be 35 31 F or below use higher concen trations up to 6076 following the in structions on the antifreeze container When putting the cap the reservoir tank line up the arrow on the cap and the arrow on the tank Failure to follow this can result in coolant leakage VN WARNING Engine coolant is harmful or fatal if swallowed or inhaled Do not drink antifreeze or coolant so lution If swallowed do not induce vomiting Immediately contact a poi son control center or a physician Avoid inhaling mist or hot vapors i
187. lapsed Time Folder Name File Name Elapsed Time NOTE For scrolling text hold down the text display button 20 for 2 seconds or more REPEAT Play For repeat play playing the present file re peatedly press the repeat button 15 To release repeat play press the repeat button 15 again The RPT indicator remains lit during re peat play RANDOM Play For random play playing the disc files at random press the random play button 16 To release random play press the random play button 16 again The RDM indicator remains lit during random play ANTI THEFT SYSTEM SEC Power on off knob Volume control knob 4 Up button Program type button 19 Numbered buttons 1 to 4 You can set up a 4 digit ID to prevent theft Once you set up the ID the unit is inoperable without the ID when this unit or the battery is removed NOTE the wrong user ID is entered 10 times the unit displays HELP and can not be operated If you should forget your user ID con sult your Fiat Dealership 1 19 7940195 User ID Setting Press the power on off knob 1 to turn off the power J With numbered buttons 19 with number 3 and 4 kept depressed at the same time press the power on off knob 1 for about second or more The unit displays SEC With the up button 4 kept depressed press the numbered button 19 with
188. lass metal type 2 To remove and install a full glass type bulb 1 simply pull out or push in the bulb To remove a glass metal type bulb 2 from a bulb holder push in the bulb and turn it counterclockwise To install a new bulb push it in and turn it clockwise You can access the individual bulb or bulb holders as follows 223 224 80JM123 Front turn signal light 1 Front position light 2 79JM025 Front fog light for versions markets where provided NOTE To replace the bulb easily turn the steering wheel to the opposite side of the replacing fog light Insert a flat blade screwdriver into the hole 2 and remove the clips 1 by twi st the driver as shown in the illustration Remove the bolts 3 X 80JM071 Open the fender cover Disconnect the coupler with pushing the lock release Turn the bulb holder counterclockwi se and remove it 80JM131 80JM068 75 087 Rear combination light Spot light License plate light tail stop turn signal etc for versions markets where provided Pull down the lens by using a flat blade screwdriver covered with a soft cloth as shown To install it simply push it back in 225 226 Luggage compartment light 794015 634106 63 127 High mount stop light for versions markets where
189. le to plow the gravel or snow layer shortening the stopping distance ABS minimizes this resistance effect Allow for extra stopping distance when driving on loose surfaces On regular paved roads some dri vers may be able to obtain slightly shorter stopping distances with con ventional brake systems than with ABS both of the above conditions ABS will still offer the advantage of helping you maintain directional control However remember that ABS will not compensate for bad road or weather conditions or poor driver judgment Use good judg ment and do not drive faster than conditions will safely allow WARNING 1 2 BRAKE 3 65D451 1 ABS warning light Type 2 ABS warning light Type 2 3 Brake system warning light If the ABS warning light 1 or 2 on the instrument panel comes on and stays on while driving there may be a problem with the ABS system Ask your Fiat Deal ership to inspect the ABS system im mediately If the ABS system becomes inoperative the brake system will function as an ordinary brake system that has no ABS If the ABS warning light 1 or 2 and the Brake system warning light 3 on the instrument panel simultaneously stays on or comes on when driving both anti lock function and rear brake force control function Proportioning valve func tion of the ABS system may have failed If so the rear wheels may eas ily skid or th
190. le to tow a trailer if there is not any local regulation about towing capacity permitted for ex ample registered or statutory towing ca pacity Towing a trailer can adversely af fect handling durability and fuel economy Some countries have regulations which specifically allow trailer towing up to a specified maximum trailer weight regis tered or statutory towing capacity whichever is smaller vehicles sold in these countries can be used to tow a light trailer provided the trailer does not ex ceed the maximum trailer weight specified in the country s regulations If you use your Fiat to tow a trailer you should always observe the requirements and recommendations in this section If you intend to tow a trailer it is essential to select a trailer and trailer towing equip ment which are compatible A reputable towing specialist can help you IMPORTANT Trailer towing puts addi tional stress on the engine drive train and brakes of your vehicle Never tow a trail er during the first 960 km 600 miles of vehicle operation IMPORTANT For Automatic Transaxle vehicles do not use range when tow ing on a steep hill Towing in D range when driving on a steep hill can cause au tomatic transaxle fluid overheating with out warning which can result in transaxle damage TOW BARS Only use a tow bar that is designed to at tach to the chassis of your vehicle and a hitch that is designed to bolt to this
191. lowing metal objects to contact the battery posts and the vehicle at the same time To avoid harm to yourself dam age to your vehicle or battery follow the jump starting instructions in the EMERGENCY SERVICE section of this manual if it is necessary to jump start your vehicle 60A269 Your vehicle is equipped with a battery that requires infrequent maintenance You will never have to add water You should however periodically check the battery battery terminals and battery hold down bracket for corrosion Remove corrosion using a stiff brush and ammonia mixed with water or baking soda mixed with water After removing corrosion rinse with clean water The test indicator on the top of the bat tery provides information on the condi tion of the battery If your vehicle is not going to be driven for a month or longer disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery to help prevent discharge 213 214 For Gasoline Engine Model For Diesel Engine Model 51 039 REPLACEMENT OF THE BATTERY To remove the battery Disconnect the negative cable 1 Disconnect the positive cable 2 Remove the retainer bolt 3 and move the retainer 4 Remove the battery To install the battery O Install the battery in the reverse order of removal CJ Tighten the retainer bolt and battery cables securely 51 041
192. lt assem blies for excessive wear and damage Seat belts should be replaced if web bing becomes frayed contaminated or damaged in any way It is essential to replace the entire seat belt as sembly after it has been worn a se vere impact even if damage to the assembly is not obvious Children age 12 and under should ride properly restrained in the rear seat Infants and small children should nev er be transported unless they are properly restrained Restraint systems for infants and small children can be purchased locally and should be used Make sure that the system you pur chase meets applicable safety stan dards Read and follow all the direc tions provided by the manufacturer VN WARNING Avoid contamination of seat belt webbing by polishes oils chemicals and particularly bat tery acid Cleaning may safely be car ried out using mild soap and water For children if the shoulder belt irri tates the neck or face move the child closer to the center of the vehicle All seatbacks should always be in an upright position when driving or seat belt effectiveness may be reduced Seat belts are designed to offer max imum protection when seatbacks are in the upright position VN WARNING Under no circumstances should the components of the seat belts and pretensioners be tampered with or removed Any op eration should be carried out by qual ified and authorised personnel Al ways contact a Fiat Dealers
193. lter is tight but do not over tighten it Refill with and Check for Leaks O Pour oil through the filler hole and in stall the filler cap For the approximate capacity of the oil refer to the Capacities item in the SPECIFICATIONS section Start the engine and look carefully for leaks at the oil filter and drain plug Run the engine at various speeds for at least 5 minutes Stop the engine and wait about 5 min utes Check the oil level again and add oil if necessary Check for leaks again IMPORTANT When replacing the oil filter it is rec ommended that you use a genuine Fiat replacement filter If you use an af termarket filter make sure it is of equivalent quality and follow the man ufacturer s instructions Oil leaks from around the oil filter or drain plug indicate incorrect installation or gasket damage If you find any leaks or are not sure that the filter has been properly tightened have the vehicle in spected by your Fiat Dealership GEAR OIL MANUAL TRANSAXLE OIL TRANSFER OIL 4WD REAR DIFFERENTIAL OIL 4WD When adding gear oil use gear oil with the appropriate viscosity and grade as shown in the chart below TUTELA XVI SAE 75W 90 API GL 4 FIAT 9 55550 MZ4 Contractual Technical Reference N F808 G08 for gasoline en gine manual transaxle gear oil TUTELA XVI SAE 75W 90 API GL 3 FIAT 9 55550 MZ4 Contractual Technical Refer ence N F808 G08 for diesel engi
194. minor one should be re placed even if damage to the assem bly is not obvious Any seat belt as sembly which was not in use during a collision should be replaced if it does not function properly it is dam aged in any way or the seat belt pre tensioners were activated that is if the front air bags were activated Under no circumstances should the components of the seat belts and pretensioners be tampered with or removed Any op eration should be carried out by qual ified and authorised personnel Al ways contact a Fiat Dealership VN WARNING 60G332S CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Fiat highly recommends that you use a child restraint system to restrain infants and small children Many different types of child restraint systems are available make sure that the restraint system you select meets applicable safety standards All child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by either seat belts lap belts or the lap portion of lap shoulder belts or by special rigid lower anchor bars built into the seat Whenev er possible Fiat recommends that child re straint systems be installed on the rear seat According to accident statistics chil dren are safer when properly restrained in rear seating positions than in front seat ing positions 37 PS Infant restraint rear seat only Booster seat 79 221 Child restraint 794222 If you mus
195. n 5 is kept depressed 4 Fast forward 5 Fast reverse NOTE When the present track in REPEAT play mode comes to its end it returns to normal play O If Fast Forward is kept to the end of the disc it returns to the first track 117 SCAN Play For scan play playing about 10 seconds of the top of each track press the scan but ton 14 To release scan play press the scan but ton 14 again The SCN indicator remains lit during scan play REPEAT Play For repeat play playing the present track repeatedly press the repeat button 15 To release repeat play press the repeat button 15 again The RPT indicator remains lit during re peat play RANDOM Play For random play playing the disc tracks at random press the random play button 16 To release random play press the random play button 16 again The RDM indicator remains lit during random play CD CHANGER A CD changer is optional Consult your Fiat Dealership for details 4 Up button 5 Down button 12 CD button 14 Scan button 15 Repeat button 16 Random play button 17 Disc up button 18 Disc down button CD Changer Mode If the CD button 12 is pressed when power is off or in other modes CD chang er mode is selected NOTE O CD changer mode is not selected if the CD changer is not connected or if no CD is inserted in the unit the mode has changed to CD mode press
196. n the INSPEC TION AND MAINTENANCE section for lubrication schedule VN WARNING Make sure the hood is fully closed and latched before driving If it is not it can fly up un expectedly during driving obstructing your view and resulting in an acci dent ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION It is normal for the engine to consume some engine oil during normal vehicle op eration The amount of engine oil consumed de pends on the viscosity of the oil the qual ity of the oil and the conditions the vehi cle is driven under More oil is consumed during high speed driving and when there is frequent accel eration and deceleration Under high loads your engine also will consume more oil A new engine also consumes more oil since its pistons piston rings and cylinder walls have not yet become conditioned New engines reach the normal level of oil consumption only after approximately 5000 km 3000 miles driving Once a month or each time you fill your fuel tank check the tire pressure using a tire pressure gauge Also check the tire pressure of the spare tire fuel tank perform the following under hood checks Engine oil level 1 Coolant level 151 152 Oil consumption Max 1 0 L per 1000 km I Qt per 600 miles When judging the amount of oil con sumption note that the oil may become diluted and make it difficult to accurately judge the true oil level As an example if a vehicle is used for
197. n the display NOTE The outside temperature indica tion is not the actual outside temperature when driving at low speed or when stopped If there is something wrong with the ther mometer or just after the ignition switch is turned to the ON position the dis play may not indicate the outside tem perature The mark g will appear whenever the outside temperature is near freezing even if the display does not show the ther mometer To change the unit of temperature while pushing and holding the trip meter selec tor knob 1 turn the indicator selector knob 2 n E Lh zd 80JM093 NOTE When you reconnect the negative terminal to the battery the unit of temperature will be reinitialized Change the unit again to your preference Oil life monitoring The oil life monitoring indicates the re maining distance until the next timing to change the engine oil and oil filter When the remaining distance become close to 0 km you should change the engine oil and oil filter immediately The oil service light in the instrument cluster may also come on to let you know that you should change the engine oil and oil filter immediately For details on how to change the engine oil and oil filter refer to Changing Engine Oil and Filter in the INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE section Whenever the engine oil and oil filter are changed the oil life monitoring must be
198. n the radiator again If the level has gone down add more coolant IMPORTANT The coolant must be re placed with the vehicle on level ground For Diesel Engine Model Since special procedures are required we recommend you take your vehicle to your Fiat Dealership for coolant replacement WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Check windscreen washer fluid level in the tank and if required top up with TUTELA PROFESSIONAL 5 35 diluted with wa ter if necessary Do not use antifreeze so lution in the windshield washer reservoir This can severely impair visibility when sprayed on the windshield and can also damage your vehicle s paint VN WARNING Do not travel with the wind screen washer reservoir empty the windscreen washer is fun damental for improving visibility VN WARNING Front and rear for versions markets where provided 79J091 WARNING Certain commercial addi tives for windscreen washers are inflammable The engine com partment contains hot components which may set it on fire IMPORTANT Damage may result if the washer motor is operated with no fluid in the washer tank AIR CLEANER If the air cleaner is clogged with dust there will be greater intake resistance result ing in decreased power output and in creased fuel consumption For Gasoline Engine odel For Gasoline Engine Model 80JM067 201 202 For Diesel Engine Model
199. ncil etc be tween your lips injury may result in the event of the air bag being trig gered WARNING Remember that with the key engaged and at ON even if the engine is not running the air bags may be triggered on a stationary ve hicle if it is bumped by another mov ing car Therefore never seat children on the front seat even when the ve hicle is stationary On the other hand remember that if the key is at LOCK no safety system air bags or preten sioners is triggered in the event of an impact in this case failure to come into action cannot be considered as a sign that the system is not working properly A WARNING If the vehicle has been stolen or an attempt to steal it has been made if it has been subjected to vandals or floods have the air bag system checked by Fiat Dealership WARNING Do not wash the seat back rest with pressurised water or steam by hand or at automatic seat washing stations A WARNING WARNING DE The front air bag is triggered for shocks greater in magni tude that the pretensioners For im pacts between these two thresholds it is therefore normal that only the pretensioners are triggered A WARNING Do not hook rigid objects to the coat hooks and to the support handles 55 Page left blank voluntarily SuEERUNG COLUMN CONTROLS 60G405 siete titt revente 58 LIGHTING TURN SIGNAL CONTROL LEVER
200. ne manual transaxle gear oil Hypoid gear oil TUTELA W90 M DA SAE 80 90 API GL 5 for transfer oil and rear differential oil AWD Gasoline engine manual transaxle oil API GL 4 80W 90 ec 30 20 W 0 10 20 39 40 TIU eae Aone See F 22 4 14 32 50 68 86 104 540095 Diesel engine manual transaxle oil API GL 3 80W 90 75W 80 75W 85 75W 90 20 9 0 9 4 A F 22 4 14 32 50 68 86 104 79JM023 Transfer oil 4 Rear differential oil 4WD API GL 5 Hypoid 30 20 10 o 10 20 30 40 22 4 14 32 50 68 86 104 54G096 Gear Oil Level Check To check the gear oil level use the fol lowing procedure Park the vehicle on a level surface with the parking brake applied Then stop the engine O Remove the oil filler plug 1 or 2 Feel the inside of the hole with your fin ger If the oil level comes up to the bot tom of the plug hole the oil level is cor rect If so reinstall the plug 195 196 O If the oil level is low add gear oil through the oil filler plug hole 1 or 2 until the oil level reaches the bottom of the filler hole then reinstall the plug Tightening torque for oil filler and level plug 1 and 2 Manual transaxle Transfer 21 Nm 2 1 kgm 15 2 Ib ft Rear differential 23 Nm 2 3 kgm 17 0 Ib ft NOTE To check the transfer oil 4WD br
201. ng MP3 data and WMA da ta on the same disc use different fold ers for each data not record files other than MP3 WMA files and unnecessary fold er on a disc The name of an MP3 WMA file should be added by rules as shown in the fol lowing descriptions and also comply with the rules of each file system The file extension mp3 should be assigned to each file de pending on the file format O You may encounter trouble in playing MP3 WMA files or displaying the in formation of MP3 WMA files recorded with certain writing software or CD recorders This unit does not have a play list func tion O Although Multi session recording is supported the use of Disc at Once is recommended Compression formats MP3 Bit rate MPEGI Audio Layer 11 64k 320 kbps MPEG Audio Layer Ill 32k 320 kbps MPEG2 Audio Layer 11 64k 320 kbps MPEG2 Audio Layer 8k 160 kbps Sampling frequency MPEG Audio 1 44 1 k 48 k 32 kHz MPEG2 Audio Layer II III 22 05 k 24 k 16 kHz WMA Ver 7 Ver 8 Ver 9 rate 32 k 192 kbps CJ Sampling frequency 44 1 1 48 k 32 kHz WMA 9 Professional LossLess Voice are not supported Supported file systems ISO 9660 Level 2 Apple Extension to ISO 9660 Joliet Romeo Maximum number of files folders O Maximum number of files 511 files folders Maximum number of f
202. nitoring When the ignition switch is in the ON position the display B shows one of the following six indications trip meter A trip meter B average fuel consumption dri ving range thermometer or oil life moni toring To switch the display indication B push the trip meter selector knob 1 or the in dicator selector knob 2 quickly a 1 1 1 yum 1 lt 42 2 1 1 1 RANGE 9 Irm 1 ba UL kn 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 PEL E 1 1 1 0 19600 zd ONCE RETIRER 79JM009 4 Push the trip meter selector knob 1 4r Push the indicator selector knob 2 a Trip meter A b Trip meter B c Average fuel consumption d Driving range e Thermometer f Oil life monitoring WARNING Do not attempt to adjust the display while driving If you attempt to adjust the display while driving you could lose control of the vehicle NOTE CJ Indications will change when you push and release a knob CJ The display shows estimated values Indications may not be the same as ac tual values Trip meter The trip meter can be used to measure the distance traveled on short trips or be tween fuel stops You can use the trip meter A or trip me ter B independently To reset the trip meter to zero push and hold the trip meter selector knob 1 for a while when t
203. not de signed to activate in rear impacts side im pacts rollovers or minor frontal colli sions The pretensioners can be activat ed only once If the pretensioners are ac tivated that is if the air bags are activat ed have the pretensioner system ser viced by an authorized Fiat Dealership as soon as possible If the AIR BAG light on the instrument cluster does not blink or come on briefly when the ignition switch is turned to the position stays for more than 10 seconds or comes on while driving the pretensioner system or the air bag system may not work properly Have both sys tems inspected by an authorized Fiat Deal ership as soon as possible WARNING Service on or around the pretensioner system compo nents or wiring must be performed only by an authorized Fiat Dealership who is specially trained Improper ser vice could result in unintended acti vation of pretensioners or could ren der the pretensioner inoperative Ei ther of these two conditions may re sult in personal injury To prevent damage or unintended activa tion of the pretensioners be sure the bat tery is disconnected and the ignition switch has been in the LOCK position for at least 90 seconds before performing any electrical service work on your Fiat Do not touch pretensioner system com ponents or wiring The wires are wrapped with yellow tape or yellow tubing and the couplers are yellow When scrapping yo
204. nsaxle vehicle when you jack up the vehicle Never jack up the vehicle with the transaxle in N Neutral Other wise unstable jack may cause an ac cident VN WARNING 81A057 Tightening torque for wheel bolt 85 Nm 8 5 kgm 61 5 Ib ft Lower the jack and fully tighten the bolts in a crisscross fashion with a wrench as shown in the illustration Use genuine wheel bolts and tighten them to the specified torque as soon as possible after chang ing wheels Incorrect wheel bolts or im properly tightened wheel bolts may come loose or fall off which can result in an accident If you do not have a torque wrench have the wheel bolt torque checked by an authorized Fiat Dealership VN WARNING 60G309 54G117 FULL WHEEL COVER for versions markets where provided 1 or 2 Flat end tool Your vehicle includes two tools a wheel brace and a jack crank one of which has a flat end Use the tool with the flat end to remove the full wheel cap as shown above When installing the cover make sure that it is positioned so that it does not cover or foul the air valve BATTERY WARNING Batteries produce flam mable hydrogen gas Keep flames and sparks away from the bat tery or an explosion may occur Nev er smoke when working in the vicini ty of the battery When checking or servicing the bat tery disconnect the negative cable Be careful not to cause a short circuit by al
205. nto a lower gear before you reach long or steep downhill grades It is hazardous to at tempt downshifting while you are de scending hill 177 178 Avoid riding the brakes This could cause the brakes to overheat resulting in reduced brak ing efficiency Use engine braking as much as possible Because of the added trailer weight your engine may overheat on hot days when going up long or steep hills Pay attention to your engine temperature gauge If it indicates overheating pull off the road and stop in a safe place Refer to If the Engine Overheats in EMERGENCY SERVICE section VN WARNING 60A186 VN WARNING When parking your vehicle and connected trailer al ways use the following procedure Apply the vehicle s brakes firmly Have another person place wheel chocks under the wheels of the vehi cle and the trailer while you are hold ing the brakes Slowly release the brakes until the wheel chocks absorb the load Fully engage the parking brake Manual Transaxle Shift into Re verse or first gear and turn off the en gine Automatic Transaxle Shift into Park and turn off the engine When starting out after parking Depress the clutch and start the en gine Shift into gear release the parking brake and slowly pull away from the chocks Stop apply the brakes firmly and hold them Have another person remove the chocks VN WARNING
206. o not expose it to impacts moisture or high temperature such as on the dashboard under direct sunlight Keep the immobilizer key away from magnetic objects IMPORTANT The electronic components inside the key may be damaged if the key is submitted to sharp knocks This immobilizer system model 5 49181 and 5WK49182 for gasoline engine or model 5WK49183 and 5WK49184 for diesel engine are in compliance with the essential requirements and other provi sions of the Directive 1999 5 EC Ignition Key Reminder for versions markets where provided A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind you to remove the ignition key if it is in the ignition switch when the driver s door is opened DOOR LOCKS SIDE DOOR LOCKS To lock a front door from outside the ve hicle Insert the key and turn the top of the key toward the rear of the vehicle or CJ Turn the lock knob forward then pull and hold the door handle as you close the door To unlock a front door from outside the vehicle insert the key and turn the top of the key toward the front of the vehicle To lock a door from inside the vehicle turn the lock knob forward Turn the lock knob rearward to unlock the door To lock a rear door from outside the ve hicle turn the lock knob forward and close the door You do not need to pull and hold the door handle as you close the door NOTE Be sure to hold the door handle when you close a locked front door
207. of soap or mild deter gent mixed with warm water Apply the solution to the vinyl with a sponge or soft cloth and let it soak for a few minutes to loosen dirt Rub the surface with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt and the soap solution If some dirt still remains on the surface re peat this procedure 76G044A Fabric upholstery Remove loose dirt with a vacuum clean er Using a mild soap solution rub stained areas with a clean damp cloth To remove soap rub the areas again with a cloth dampened with water Repeat this until the stain is removed or use a commercial fabric cleaner for tougher stains If you use a fabric cleaner carefully follow the man ufacturer s instructions and precautions Seat belts Clean seat belts with a mild soap and wa ter Do not use bleach or dye on the belts They may weaken the fabric in the belts Vinyl floor mats Ordinary dirt can be removed from vinyl with water or mild soap Use a brush to help loosen dirt After the dirt is loosened rinse the mat thoroughly with water and dry it in the shade Carpets Remove dirt and soil as much as possible with a vacuum cleaner Using a mild soap solution rub stained areas with a clean damp cloth To remove soap rub the ar eas again with a cloth dampened with wa ter Repeat this until the stain is removed or use a commercial carpet cleaner for tougher stains If you use a carpet clean er carefully follow the manufact
208. on occupant would be too close to an inflating air bag and may suffer severe injury Do not attach any objects to or place any objects over the steering wheel or dashboard Do not place any ob jects between the air bag and the dri ver or front passenger These objects may interfere with air bag operation or may be propelled by the air bag in the event of a crash Either of these conditions may cause severe injury For vehicles with side air bags do not place seat covers on the front seats because seat covers could restrict the air bag s inflation Also do not place any cup holders on the door as the cup holder could be propelled by the air bag in the event of a crash Either of these conditions may cause severe injury 53 54 Note that even though your vehicle may be moderately damaged collision the collision may not have been severe enough to trigger the front or side air bags to in flate If your vehicle sustains ANY front end or side damage have the air bag sys tem inspected by an authorized Fiat Deal ership to ensure it is in proper working order Your vehicle is equipped with a diagnostic module which records information about the air bag system if the air bags deploy in a crash The module records informa tion about overall system status which sensors activated the deployment SERVICING THE AIR BAG SYSTEM If the air bags inflate have the air bags and related components replaced by an a
209. onents or wires The wires are wrapped with yellow tape or yellow tubing and the cou plers are yellow for easy identifica tion Do not leave the engine running garages or other confined areas WARNING When the engine is run ning keep hands clothing tools and other objects away from the fan and drive belt Even though the fan may not be moving it can au tomatically turn on without warning When it is necessary to do service work with the engine running make sure that the parking brake is set ful ly and the transaxle is in Neutral for manual transaxle vehicles or Park for automatic transaxle vehicles Do not touch ignition wires or oth er ignition system parts when starting the engine or when the engine is run ning or you could receive an electric shock Be careful not to touch a hot gine exhaust manifold and pipes muffler radiator and water hoses Do not allow smoking sparks flames around gasoline or the bat tery Flammable fumes are present Do not get under your vehicle if it is supported only with the portable jack provided in your vehicle WARNING Be careful not to cause cidental short circuits be tween the positive and negative bat tery terminals Keep used oil coolant and other fluids away from children and pets Dispose of used fluids properly nev er pour them on the ground into sew ers etc MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The follow
210. onfined areas Do not park with the engine ning for a long period of time even in an open area If it is necessary to sit for a short time in a parked vehicle with the engine running make sure the air intake selector is set to FRESH AIR and the fan is at high speed Avoid operating the vehicle with the tail gate or trunk open If it is neces sary to operate the vehicle with the tail gate or trunk open make sure the sunroof for versions markets where provided and all windows are closed and the blower is at high speed with the air intake selector set to FRESH AIR 52D334 VN WARNING To allow proper operation of your vehicle s ventilation system keep the air inlet grille in front of the windshield clear of snow leaves or other obstructions at all times Keep the exhaust tailpipe area clear of snow and other material to help reduce the buildup of exhaust gases under the vehicle This is par ticularly important when parked in blizzard conditions Have the exhaust system inspect ed periodically for damage and leaks Any damage or leaks should be re paired immediately DAILY INSPECTION CHECKLIST BEFORE DRIVING Make sure that windows mirrors lights and reflectors are clean and un obstructed Visually check the tires for the fol lowing points the depth of the tread groove abnormal wear cracks and damage loose wheel bolts exi
211. or the door will not remain locked LOCK Front Rear UNLOCK LOCK ge Front Rear 60B008 79 021 540294 CENTRAL DOOR LOCKING SYSTEM for versions markets where provided You can lock and unlock all doors in cluding the rear door simultaneously by using the key in the driver s door lock To lock all doors simultaneously insert the key in the driver s door lock and turn the top of the key toward the rear of the vehicle once To unlock all doors simultaneously insert the key in the driver s door lock and turn the top of the key toward the front of the vehicle twice To unlock the driver s door only insert the key in that door lock and turn the top of the key toward the front of the vehi cle once 80JM009 You can also lock or unlock all doors by depressing the front or rear of the switch respectively NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with the key less entry system you can also lock or unlock all doors by operating the trans mitter Refer to Keyless Entry System in this section If your vehicle is equipped with the key less start system you can also lock or unlock all doors by pushing the request switch on the door handle Refer to Keyless Start System in this section 13 14 DEAD LOCK SYSTEM for versions markets where provided This system is designed to help prevent tamper unlocking of the door locks You can ac
212. or a long time at high speed if you have driven in city traffic in hot weather or if the vehicle has been pulling a trailer Wait until the fluid cools down about 30 minutes or the fluid level indication will not be correct Park your vehicle on level ground CJ Apply the parking brake and then start the engine in P Park Let it idle for two minutes and keep it running during the fluid level check O With your foot on the brake pedal move the gearshift lever through each range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then move it back to the P Park position 52KM144 VN WARNING Be sure to depress the brake pedal when moving the gearshift lever or the vehicle can move suddenly CJ The handle of the A T fluid dipstick is colored red or orange for easy identi fication Remove the dipstick clean it and push it back in until the cap seats Then pull out the dipstick O Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lowest level The fluid level should be between the two marks in the HOT range on the dipstick 54G317 FULL HOT 2 LOW HOT 3 The lowest point Fluid level Add just enough specified fluid through the dipstick hole to fill the transaxle to the proper level IMPORTANT After checking or adding oil be sure to insert the dipstick securely CHANGING OIL Since special procedures materials and tools are required to change the auto matic transaxle oil it is recommend
213. or an extended period of time the air in the vehicle can become contaminated and the windows can be come misty Therefore use this method only for quick heating and change to the normal heating method as soon as possi ble Head cooled Feet warmed heating Select BI LEVEL and FRESH AIR the temperature selector to the desired tem perature position and the blower speed se lector to the desired blower speed posi tion Unless the temperature selector is in the fully COLD position or fully HOT po sition the air that comes out of the cen ter and side outlets will be cooler than the air that comes out of the floor outlets Normal cooling Turn on the switch set the air flow selector to VENTILATION the tem perature selector to the desired temper ature position and the blower speed se lector to the desired blower speed posi tion Setting the blower speed selector to a higher blower speed position increases cooling efficiency You can switch the air intake selector to either FRESH AIR or RECIRCULAT ED AIR as you desire Choosing RE CIRCULATED AIR increases cooling ef ficiency Quick cooling using recirculated air The control settings are the same as for normal cooling except you select RE CIRCULATED AIR and the highest blow er speed NOTE If you select RECIRCULATED AIR for an extended period of time the air in the vehicle can become contaminat ed Therefore yo
214. or just after the vehicle begins to move This means that the above systems are in the self check mode This sound does not indicate a mal function ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM ABS ABS will help you avoid skidding by elec tronically controlling braking pressure It will also help you maintain steering con trol when braking on slippery surfaces or when braking hard The ABS works au tomatically so you do not have to use any special braking technique Just push the brake pedal down without pumping The ABS will operate whenever it senses that wheels are locking up You may feel the brake pedal pulsate while the ABS is op erating For more information on ABS see Brak ing in the OPERATING YOUR VEHI CLE section NOTE If the ABS system is activated you may hear a clunking noise and or feel pul sating in the brake pedal This is normal and indicates that the brake fluid pressure is being controlled properly The ESP may not work properly if tires or wheels other than those specified in the Owner s Manual are used When re placing tires or wheels use only the size and type specified in this Own er s Manual The ESP may not work properly if tires are not inflated to the recom mended tire inflation pressure The ESP may not work properly if tires are fitted with tire chains The ESP not work properly if the tires are excessively worn Be sure to replace tires when the tread w
215. or switch to the left or right to select the mirror you wish to adjust Press the outer part of the switch that corresponds to the direction in which you wish to move the mirror Return the selector switch to the cen ter position to help prevent unintend ed adjustment NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with the heated outside rearview mirrors refer to Heated Rear Window and Heated Out side Rearview Mirrors for versions markets where provided Switch in the INSTRUMENT PANEL section SEAT ADJUSTMENT A WARNING Only make adjustments when the vehicle is stationary Check that the seat is firmly locked in the runners by try ing to move it back and forth Failure to lock the seat in place could result in the seat moving suddenly and the driver losing control of the vehicle WARNING To avoid excessive seat belt slack which reduces the ef fectiveness of the seat belts as a safe ty device make sure that the seats are adjusted before the seat belts are fastened VN WARNING 80JM023 ADJUSTING SEAT POSITION The adjustment lever for each front seat is located under the front of the seat To adjust the seat position pull up on the ad justment lever and slide the seat forward or rearward After adjustment try to move the seat for ward and rearward to ensure that it is se curely latched 80JM024 80JM025 If the driver s seat is equipped with a seat ADJUST
216. owing Always unlock the steering wheel before towing 794175 794176 UNIS PEGTION AND Gls 60G410 MAINTENANCE 185 SERVICE SCHEDULE PETROL VERSIONS 186 SERVICE SCHEDULE DIESEL VERSIONS 188 MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDED UNDER SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS sette 190 DRIVE BELT 191 ENGINE OIL AND FILTER 2 191 195 AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE AT FLUID 196 ENGINE COOLANT 198 201 201 202 204 205 207 208 208 213 215 BULB REPLACEMEN 221 WINDSCREEN REAR WINDOW WASHER WIPERS 227 AIR CONDITIONING 5 230 183 184 6081285 WARNING You should take extreme care when working on your vehicle to prevent accidental injury Here are a few precautions that you should be especially careful to ob serve To prevent damage or unintended activation of the air bag system or seat belt pretensioner system be sure the battery is disconnected and the ignition switch has been in the LOCK position for at least 90 sec onds before performing any electrical service work on your Fiat Do not touch air bag system components seat belt pretensioner system com p
217. pping distance On rainy days Aquaplaning can occur Aquaplaning is the loss of direct con tact between the road surface and the vehicle s tires due to a water film form ing between them Steering or braking the vehicle while Aquaplaning can be very difficult and loss of control can oc cur Keep speed down when the road surface is wet O At high speeds the vehicle may be af fected by side winds Therefore reduce speed and be prepared for unexpect ed buffeting which can occur at the ex its of tunnels when passing by a cut of a hill or when being overtaken by large vehicles etc DRIVING ON HILLS When climbing steep hills the vehicle may begin to slow down and show a lack of power If this happens you should shift to a lower gear so that the engine will again be operating in its nor mal power range Shift rapidly to pre vent the vehicle from losing momen tum When driving down a hill the engine should be used for braking by shifting into a lower gear Do this with EITHER an automatic or manual transaxle Try not to hold the brake pedal down too long or too often while going down a steep or long hill This could cause the brakes to overheat resulting in reduced braking efficiency Failure to take this precaution could result in loss of ve hicle control A WARNING 79J029 IMPORTANT When descending a down hill NEVER turn the ignition key to the OFF
218. r You may use a soft sponge or brush Do not use hard materials which can scratch the paint or plastic Remember that the headlight covers or lenses are made of plastic in many cases IMPORTANT To avoid damage to the paint or plastic surface do not wipe the dirt off without ample water Be sure to follow above procedure O Wash the entire exterior with a mild detergent or vehicle wash soap using a sponge or soft cloth The sponge or cloth should be frequently soaked in the soap solution IMPORTANT When using a commercial vehicle wash product observe the cau tions specified by the manufacturer Nev er use strong household detergents or soaps 243 244 Once the dirt has been completely re moved rinse off the detergent with running water After rinsing wipe off the vehicle body with a wet chamois or cloth and allow it to dry in the shade O Check carefully for damage to painted surfaces If there is any damage touch up the damage following the proce dure below Clean all damaged spots and allow them to dry Stir the paint and touch up the damaged spots lightly using a small brush Allow the paint to dry completely IMPORTANT If you use an automatic ve hicle wash make sure that your vehicle s body parts such as spoilers can not be damaged If you are in doubt consult the vehicle wash operator for advice 60B211S WAXING After washing the vehicle
219. r selector knob 2 VN WARNING Do not attempt to adjust the display while driving If you attempt to adjust the display while driving you could lose control of the vehicle NOTE When you reconnect the negative terminal to the battery the clock in dication will be reinitialized Change the indication again to your preference HAZARD WARNING SWITCH Push in the hazard warning switch to ac tivate the hazard warning lights All four turn signal lights and both turn signal in dicators will flash simultaneously To turn off the lights push the switch again Use the hazard warning lights to warn oth er traffic during emergency parking or when your vehicle could otherwise be come a traffic hazard 80JM041 FRONT FOG LIGHT SWITCH for versions markets where provided The front fog light comes on when the fog light switch is pushed in with the head light switch turned to the second and or third position An indicator light above the switch will be lit when the front fog light is on NOTE In some countries the lighting op eration may be different from the above description according to local regulations 0 91 92 ESP OFF SWITCH for versions markets where provided ESP is a registered trademark of Daimler The ESP OFF switch is located on the center console You can turn the ESP sys tems other than A
220. r fluid that has been stored in old or open contain ers It is essential that foreign parti cles and other liquids are kept out of the brake fluid reservoir Brake fluid is harmful or fa tal if swallowed and harm ful if it comes in contact with skin or eyes If swallowed do not induce vomiting Immediately contact a poi son control center or a physician If brake fluid gets in eyes flush eyes with water and seek medical atten tion Wash thoroughly after handling Solution can be poisonous to animals Keep out of the reach of children and animals NOTE With disc brakes the fluid level can be expected to gradually fall as the brake pads wear 205 206 546108 BRAKE PEDAL Check if the brake pedal stops at the reg ular height without spongy feeling when you depress it If not have the brake sys tem inspected by your Fiat Dealership If you doubt the brake pedal for the regu lar height check it as follows Pedal to wall minimum distance a 40 mm 1 6 in With the engine running measure the dis tance between the brake pedal and floor carpet when the pedal is depressed with approximately 30 kg 66 Ibs of force The minimum distance required is as specified Since your vehicle s brake system is self adjusting there is no need for pedal ad justment If the pedal to floor wall distance as mea sured above is less than the minimum dis tance required have your vehicle in
221. r to exit the vehicle Air bags must inflate quickly and forceful ly in order to reduce the chance of seri ous or fatal injuries However an un avoidable consequence of the quick infla tion is that the air bag may irritate bare skin such as the facial area against a front air bag Also upon inflation a loud noise will occur and some powder and smoke will be released These conditions are not harmful and do not indicate a fire in the car Be aware however that some air bag components may be hot for a while after inflation 54G582 A seat belt helps keep you in the proper position for maximum protection when an air bag inflates Adjust your seat as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle Sit fully back in your seat sit up straight do not lean over the steer ing wheel or dashboard Front occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door Please refer to the Seat Adjust ment section and the Seat Belts and Child Restraint Systems section in the BEFORE DRIVING section for details on proper seat and seat belt adjustments WARNING IE The driver should not lean over the steering wheel The front passenger should not rest his or her body against the dashboard or otherwise get too close to the dash board For vehicles with side air bags and side curtain air bag occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door these situations the out of positi
222. re peated short trips and consumes a nor mal amount of oil the dipstick may not show any drop in the oil level at all even after 1000 km 600 miles or more of dri ving This is because the oil is gradually be coming diluted with fuel or moisture mak ing it appear that the oil level has not changed You should also be aware that the dilut ing ingredients evaporate out when the ve hicle is subsequently driven at high speeds such as on an expressway making it ap pear that oil is excessively consumed af ter high speed driving STARTING THE ENGINE BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE NOTE Gearshift levers shown in the above illustration are examples of 5 speed manual transaxle for gasoline en gine model and automatic transaxle Make sure the parking brake is set fully CJ Manual transaxle Shift into Neu tral and depress the clutch pedal all the way to the floor Hold the clutch ped al while starting the engine Automatic transaxle If the gearshift lever is not in P Park position shift into P Park If you need to re start the engine while the vehicle is moving shift into NOTE Automatic transaxle vehicles have a starter interlock device which is de signed to keep the starter from operat ing if the transaxle is in any of the drive positions Make sure that the parking brake is set fully and the transaxle is in Neutral or Park for ve hicles with an automat
223. re provided Side air bags for versions markets where provided are located in the part of the front seatbacks closest to the doors The words SRS AIRBAG are molded into the side air bag cover to identify the location of the side air bags 52 036 Side collision range Side air bags and side curtain air bags will not inflate 80JM032 80JM146 WARNING WARNING WARNING Never lean head arms and If your vehicle is equipped Never rest head arms and elbows on the door on the elbows out of window with a side air bag do not in stall a child restraint in the front pas windows and in the window bag area senger s seat If the passenger s side to prevent possible injuries during in air bag inflates a child in a child re flation phase straint could be injured Side curtain air bags for versions markets where provided are located in the roof lining The words SRS AIRBAG are molded into the pillar to identify the lo cation of the side curtain air bags 51 52 Side air bags and side curtain air bags will 54G028 Side air bags and side curtain air bags are designed to inflate only in severe side im pact collisions They are not designed to inflate in frontal or rear collisions rollovers or minor side collisions since they would offer no protection in those types of accidents Remember since an air bag deploys only one time during an acci dent se
224. rily 162 Air bags 47 ii ertet testen 48 General warnings 55 How the system works 52 Servicing ettari 54 m 50 Air 201 Air conditioning 100 104 A 95 ASSISE ETIP 140 Audio systems 110 Antenna Anti theft system SEC 122 Cautions on handling CD Changer 118 CD player 117 Error display 125 FM MW LW CD Player with CD Changer control 110 Genera 113 Listening to a 112 MP3 WMA Player 120 etn 114 RDS Radio Data System 115 Remote audio controls 126 Troubleshooting 124 Automatic Transaxle AT Fluid 196 Changing 2 2 2 197 Fluid level check 196 Gearshift lever 132 If you cannot shift lever out of P Park inet 238 Selector position indicator 89 Specific fluid 196 Using the transaxle 156 Battery donant 213 214 B
225. ront axle VN WARNING The compact spare tire has a much shorter tread life than the conventional tires on your vehicle Replace the tire as soon as the tread wear indicator appears When replacing the compact spare tire use a replacement tire with the exact same size and construction 211 212 794196 CHANGING WHEELS To change a wheel use the following pro cedure O Remove the jack tools and spare wheel from the vehicle Loosen but do not remove the wheel bolts Jack up the vehicle follow the jacking instructions in the EMERGENCY SER VICE section Remove the wheel bolts and wheel Before installing the new wheel clean any mud or dirt off from the surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth Clean the hub carefully it may be hot from driving Tighten the wheel hanger 1 in one of the bolt holes on the wheel hub IMPORTANT Do not tighten the wheel hanger too hard since the wheel hanger can be damaged 79JM017 Insert the new wheel to the wheel hanger Install the wheel bolts to bolt holes other than the position of wheel hanger with their cone shaped end fac ing the wheel Tighten each bolt snug ly by hand until the wheel is securely seated on the hub Remove the wheel hanger and install a wheel bolt Be sure to shift into Park for an automatic transaxle vehicle or into Reverse for a manual tra
226. rovided 80JM044 HEATING SYSTEM for versions markets where provided DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS Temperature selector 1 This is used to select the temperature by turning the selector Blower speed selector 2 This is used to turn on the blower and to select blower speed by turning the selec tor 63J045 SIDE OUTLET When Open air comes out regardless of the air flow selector position 63J048 Air flow selector 3 This is used to select one of the functions described below 97 98 A aa 79J065 Ventilation a Temperature controlled air comes out of the center and side air outlets CIRR P 4 we Bi level b Temperature controlled air comes out of the floor outlets and cooler air comes out of the center and side outlets When the temperature selector 1 is in the fully COLD position or fully HOT position however the air from the floor outlets and the air from the center and side out lets will be the same temperature 79067 Heat Temperature controlled air comes out of the floor outlets and the side outlets al so comes out of the windshield defroster outlets and also comes slightly out of the side defroster outlets 79J068 Heat amp defrost d Temperature controlled air comes out of the floor outlets the windshield defroster outl
227. rring to the table Table of vehicle handbook information on conventional fastening with seat belt child restraint systems installation suitability for various seating positions Mass group Seating position or other site Front Intermediate Passenger Outboard Center Outboard Center group 0 up to 10 kg x U only left x NA NA pem em e 2 m x e ves 5 NE QM me group 9tl8k X NA NA pene e oes enis gt 5 5 E _ peus S eem Key of letters to be inserted in the above table suitable for universal category restraints approved for use in this mass group UF suitable for forward facing universal category restraints approved for use in this mass group amp L suitable for particular child restraints given on attached list These restraints may be of the specific vehicle restricted or semi universal categories B built in restraint approved for this mass group X seat position not suitable for children in this mass group NA not applicable ISOFIX child restraint systems are available to both left and right position NOTE universal is the category in the regulation Norm 44 Table of vehicle handbook information on ISOFIX child restraint systems installation suitability for various ISOFIX positions Vehicle ISOFIX positions Intermediate Other Passanger
228. s Also do not let the gross vehicle weight fully loaded vehicle including driver passengers car roof load and trailer tongue weight exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rat ing listed in the SPECIFICA TIONS section of this manual 147 148 Roof rails 79J088 79J089 Mount and secure the cargo onto the roof rack properly according to the in structions provided Be sure to stow the heaviest items at the bottom and distribute the cargo as evenly as possi ble Do not carry items so large that they hang over the bumpers or the sides of the vehicle or block your view Secure the front and rear ends of long items such as wood panels surf boards and so forth to both the front and rear of the vehicle You should pro tect the painted surfaces of the vehi cle from scuffing caused by tie down ropes O Check periodically to make sure the roof rack is securely installed and free from damage For vehicles with roof rack anchors make sure the anchors are covered with the caps when not in use Abrupt maneuvers or failure to properly secure cargo can allow the cargo to fly off the vehicle and hit others causing personal in jury or property damage Mount cargo securely and avoid abrupt maneuvers such as jackrab bit starts sharp turns fast cornering and sudden braking Check periodi cally to make sure that cargo is se curely fast
229. s shaking or swaying of the trailer If you notice even the slightest sign of shaking or swaying slow down When roads are wet slippery or rough drive at a slower speed than you would on dry smooth roads Failure to slow down when road con ditions are bad can result in loss of control Always have someone guide you when reversing Allow adequate stopping distance Stopping distance is increased when you tow a trailer For each 16 km h 10 mph of speed allow at least one vehicle and trailer length between you and the vehicle ahead Follow at a greater distance if roads are wet or slippery VN WARNING If the trailer has over run brakes apply the brakes gradually to avoid snatching caused by the trailer wheels locking Slow down before corners and maintain a steady speed while cor nering Deceleration or acceleration while cornering can result in loss of control Remember that a larger than normal turning radius is needed be cause the trailer wheels will be clos er than vehicle wheels to the inside of the turn VN Avoid sudden acceleration and stopping of the vehicle Do not make quick maneuvers unless they are nec essary Slow down in cross winds and be prepared for gusts of wind from large passing vehicles Be careful when overtaking other vehicles Be sure to allow enough room for your trailer before you change lanes and signal well in ad vance Slow down and shift i
230. s where provided 147 INSTALLATION OF RADIO FREQUENCY TRANSMITTERS es sssini 147 ROOF RAILS OR ROOF RACK ANCHORS for versions markets where provided 147 129 130 LEVER The parking brake lever is located be tween the seats To set the parking brake hold the brake pedal down and pull the parking brake lever all the way up To re lease the parking brake hold the brake pedal down pull up slightly on the parking brake lever push the button on the end of the lever with your thumb and lower the lever to its original position To set 2 release 3 release Never drive your vehicle with the parking brake on rear brake effectiveness can be reduced from overheating brake life may be shortened or permanent brake dam age may result If the parking brake does not hold the vehicle securely or does not ful ly release have your vehicle in spected immediately by an autho rized Fiat Dealership A WARNING 54G039 For automatic transaxle vehicles always set the parking brake before moving the gearshift lever to the P PARK position If you park on an incline and shift into before setting the parking brake the weight of the vehicle may make it difficult to shift out of P when you are ready to drive the vehicle When preparing to drive the vehicle move the gearshift lever out of th
231. s markets where provided use a large amount of electricity Be sure to turn off after the window and mirrors have become clear 80JM042 80JM043 80JC040 NOTE The defogger will work only when the engine is running O The defogger will automatically turn off after the defogger remains on for 15 minutes to prevent discharging of the battery 93 HEADLIGHT LEVELING SWITCH for versions markets where provided Level the headlight beam according to the load condition of your vehicle by turning this switch The chart below shows the ap propriate switch position for different ve hicle load conditions Vehicle Switch Load Condition Position Driver only 0 Driver passenger 0 in front seat Driver 4 passengers No cargo Driver 4 passengers cargo added Driver full cargo 3 80JM040 794120 GLOVE BOX To open the glove box pull the latch lever To close it push the lid until it latches securely Never drive with the glove box lid open It could cause injury if an accident occurs VN WARNING CIGARETTE LIGHTER AND ASHTRAY for versions markets where provided CIGARETTE LIGHTER The cigarette lighter will work when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON Position To use the cigarett
232. seat 145 146 LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT COVER for versions markets where provided Luggage or other cargo placed in the lug gage compartment are hidden from view by a luggage compartment cover VN WARNING Do not carry items on top of the luggage compartment cover even if they are small and light Objects on top of the cover could be thrown about in an accident causing injury or could obstruct the driver s rear view 794128 794162 794053 LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHT When you open the rear door with the luggage compartment light switch in the position 1 the light comes on and remains on as long as you keep the rear door open When the luggage compartment light switch is in the OFF position 2 the light remains off regardless of whether the rear door is opened or closed IMPORTANT Do not leave the rear door open with the luggage compartment light switch in the position for a long time or the battery will discharge RADIO ANTENNA for versions markets where provided The radio antenna at the front of the roof can be folded down and is removable To fold the antenna rearward be sure to grip the bottom of antenna To remove the an tenna turn it counterclockwise To rein stall the antenna turn it clockwise firmly by hand IMPORTANT To avoid damage to the ra dio antenna Remove the an
233. sh the defrost switch 5 to turn on the defroster the air conditioning sys tem will come on and the FRESH AIR mode will be selected automat ically set the blower speed selector to HIGH O adjust the temperature selector to the HI indication on the LCD display and O adjust the side outlets so the air blows on the side windows 109 110 MAINTENANCE If you do not use the air conditioner for a long period such as during winter it may not give the best performance when you start using it again To help maintain op timum performance and durability of your air conditioner it needs to be run peri odically Operate the air conditioner at least once a month for one minute with the engine idling This circulates the re frigerant and oil and helps protect the in ternal components Your air conditioner is equipped with air filters Clean or replace them as specified in the Maintenance Schedule in the IN SPECTION AND MAINTENANCE sec tion Have this job done by your Fiat Deal ership as the lower glove box must be lowered for this job NOTE Your vehicle uses the air condi tioning refrigerant HFC 134a commonly called 134 R 134a replaced 12 around 1993 for automotive applications Other refrigerants are available including recycled 12 but only R 134a should be used in your vehicle IMPORTANT Using the wrong refriger ant may damage your air conditioning sys tem Use R 1
234. ship NOTE find the temperature at which you are most comfortable start with the 22 C 72 F setting O If you turn the temperature selector 1 until or LO appears on the LCD display the climate control sys tem will operate at the maximum cooling or heating and the blower will run at full speed To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather or hot air in hot weather the system will delay turning on the blow er until warmed or chilled air is avail able O If your vehicle has been left in the sun with the windows closed it will cool faster if you open the windows briefly FJ Even under the automatic operation you can set individual selectors to the manual mode The manually selected functions are maintained and the oth er functions remain under automatic operation To return the blower speed selector 2 air intake selector 3 and air flow selector 4 to automatic operation push the AUTO switch 8 80JM127 Be careful not to cover the interior tem perature sensor 10 located between the steering wheel and the climate control panel or the solar sensor 11 located at the top of the driver s side dashboard These sensors are used by the automatic system to regulate temperature 79J070 Manual operation You can manually control the climate con trol system Set the selectors to the de sired positions NOTE If you need maximum defrosting pu
235. side air Select HEAT and FRESH AIR the temperature selector to the desired tem perature position and the blower speed selector to the desired blower speed po sition Setting the blower speed selector to a higher blower speed position in creases heating efficiency Quick heating using recirculated air The control settings are the same as for normal heating except you select RE CIRCULATED AIR If you use this heat ing method for an extended period of time the air in the vehicle can become contaminated and the windows can be come misty Therefore use this method only for quick heating and change to the normal heating method as soon as possi ble Head cooled Feet warmed heating Select BI LEVEL and FRESH AIR the temperature selector to the desired tem perature position and the blower speed se lector to the desired blower speed posi tion Unless the temperature selector is in the fully COLD position or fully HOT po sition the air that comes out of the cen ter and side outlets will be cooler than the air that comes out of the floor outlets Defrosting Feet warmed heating Select HEAT amp DEFROST and FRESH AIR the temperature selector to the de sired temperature position and the blow er speed selector to HIGH When the windshield has become clear set the blower speed selector to the desired blower speed position Defrosting Select DEFROST and FRESH AI
236. signal 78 068 Lights reminder for versions markets where provided A buzzer chime sounds to remind you to turn off the lights if they are left on when the ignition key is removed and the dri ver s door is opened 78 069 Day time running light control for versions markets where provided When the engine is started this system turns on all lights But this control is can celed when the light control lever is turned to any position other than 63 64 78K070 REAR FOG LIGHT SWITCH To turn the rear fog light on twist the knob as shown in the illustration with the head light switch in the third position When the rear fog light is on an indicator light on the instrument cluster will come on Do not turn the rear fog light switch unless the head light switch is in the third position NOTE When the head light switch is re turned to the OFF position the rear fog light switch will be canceled automatically 78 071 TURN SIGNAL OPERATION With the ignition switch in the ON po sition move the lever up or down to ac tivate the right or left turn signals Normal turn signal Move the lever all the way upward or downward to signal When the turn is completed the signal will cancel and the lever will return to its normal position 78 072 Lane change signal Some times such as when changing lanes the steering wheel is
237. soft cloth as shown To install it simply push it back in The bulb can be removed by simply pulling it out When replacing the bulb make sure that the contact springs are holding the bulb securely 221 222 80JM069 HEADLIGHT Open the engine food Disconnect the coupler 1 Remove the sealing rubber 2 Push the retaining spring 3 forward and unhook it Then remove the bulb Install a new bulb in the reverse order of remo val 80JM113 NOTE You can see the position of retai ning spring 3 from the hole of headlight 79JM026 For Diesel Engine Model To approach the air cleaner side head li ght Loosen the bolt 1 CJ Pull up the air cleaner 2 and pull out the air cleaner hose 4 from the air cleaner 2 Loosen the bolts 3 and remove the air cleaner hose 4 es d 64J195 SIDE TURN SIGNAL LIGHT As the bulb is built in type the light as sembly must be replaced Remove the light assembly by sliding the light housing left ward with your finger 54G123 OTHER GENERAL LIGHTS Bulb holder 1 Removal 2 Installation To remove a bulb holder from a light housing turn the holder counterclockwise and pull it out To install the holder push the holder in and turn it clockwise 54G124 3 Removal 4 Installation There are two types of bulb Full glass type I and G
238. stence of foreign material such as nails scones etc Refer to Tires in INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE section for details CJ Look for fluid and oil leaks NOTE It is normal for water to drip from the air conditioning system after use Make sure the hood is fully closed and latched O Check the headlights turn signal lights brake lights and horn for proper oper ation 60A187S O Adjust the seat and adjustable head re straint for versions markets where provided O Check the brake pedal and the park ing brake lever 1 Adjust the mirrors Make sure that you and all passengers have properly fastened your seat belts Make sure that all warning lights come onas the key is turned to the ON or START position O Check all gauges Make sure that the BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING light turns off when the parking brake is released Once a week or each time you fill your CJ Brake fluid level C Power steering for versions markets where provided fluid level CJ Windshield washer fluid level CJ Battery solution level Hood latch operation Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle Make sure that you cannot open the hood all che way without re leasing the secondary latch Be sure to close the hood securely after check ing for proper latch operation See All latches hinges amp locks of CHASSIS AND BODY in the Periodic Main tenance Schedule i
239. structions for how to maintain your vehicle to prevent corro sion Please read and follow these in structions carefully IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT CORROSION Common causes of corrosion Accumulation of road salt dirt mois ture or chemicals in hard to reach ar eas of the vehicle underbody or frame O Chipping scratches and any damage to treated or painted metal surfaces re sulting from minor accidents or abra sion by stones and gravel Environmental conditions which accelerate corrosion Road salt dust control chemicals sea air or industrial pollution will all ac celerate the corrosion of metal High humidity will increase the rate of corrosion particularly when the temperature range is just above the freezing point CJ Moisture in certain areas of a vehi cle for an extended period of time may promote corrosion even though other body sections may be com pletely dry High temperatures will cause an ac celerated rate of corrosion to parts of the vehicle which are not well ven tilated to permit quick drying This information illustrates the neces sity of keeping your vehicle particular ly the underbody as clean and dry as possible It is equally important to repair any damage to the paint or protective coatings as soon as possible HOW TO HELP PREVENT CORROSION Wash your vehicle frequently The best way to preserve the finish on your vehicle and to help avoid corrosion is to
240. t use front facing child re straint in the front passenger s seat adjust the passenger s seat as far back as possi ble 38 For EU countries When purchasing a child restraint and in stall it to your FIAT refer to the infor mation about suitability for child restraints shown in Child Restraint System for EU Countries in this section Installation of child restraint systems Conventional fastening with seat belt child restraint systems are available to only left position of the rear seat Group child weight 9 to 18 kg size class B BI or A ISOFIX child restraint systems are available to both left and right position of the rear seat NOTE Observe any statutory regulation about child restraints 65D607 WARNING The figure is only an exam ple for mounting Attain to the instructions for fastening which must be enclosed with the specific child restraining system you are using VN WARNING If your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger air bag do not install a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger s seat If the passenger s air bag inflates a child in a rear facing child restraint could be killed or seriously injured The back of a rear facing child re straint would be too close to the in flating air bag 650608 If you install a child restraint system in the rear seat slide the front seat for enough forward
241. tainers move them from the old blade to the new one g Install the new blade in the reverse or der of removal IMPORTANT Make sure the blade is properly retained by all the hooks Reinstall wiper frame to arm in the verse order of removal AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM If you do not use the air conditioner for a long period such as during winter it may not give the best performance when you start using it again To help maintain op timum performance and durability of your air conditioner it needs to be run peri odically Operate the air conditioner at least once a month for one minute with the engine idling This circulates the refrigerant and oil and helps protect the internal compo nents 60G411 SIMA ROENGY Susa JACKING INSTRUCTIONS eene 232 JUMP STARTING INSTRUCTIONS 233 TOWING ctr o to peratoris 235 IF THE STARTER DOES NOT 236 IF THE ENGINE IS FLOODED 236 IF THE ENGINE 236 IF YOU CAN NOT SHIFT AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE GEARSHIFT LEVER OUT OF P PARK 238 231 232 JACKING INSTRUCTIONS Place the vehicle on level hard ground Set the parking brake firmly and shift in to P Park if your vehicle has an au tomatic transaxle or shift into Re verse if your veh
242. te your vehicle in the 4WD mode continuously park the ve hicle at a safe place and run the engine idle After some time the 4WD AU indicator light turns on again and the driving mode returns to the AUTO mode IMPORTANT Never use the 4WD LOCK mode when driving on dry paved roads Avoid using the LOCK mode when driving on wet paved roads as much as possible Use of the 4WD LOCK mode in above conditions will apply excessive force to the driving sys tem and may cause a critical failure Also the tires may wear faster and fuel con sumption may be affected adversely Note that 4WD vehicles are not al laround vehicles Be sure to observe following instructions when driving your vehicle Do not drive through water like crossing a river Do not drive continuously where front wheels tend to race such as in the sand and mud When any wheel is in the air for such reason as running off the road do not race it needlessly If the 4WD AUTO and the 4WD LOCK indicator lights stay on and come on simultaneously when driving there may be something wrong the 4WD sys tem Have the system inspected by an au thorized Fiat Dealership IMPORTANT Unevenly worn tires can cause problems in the operation of the 2WD 4WD switch Be sure to rotate the tires according to the maintenance sched ule Refer to Tires and Maintenance Schedule in the INSPECTION AND MA
243. temperature 79 067 Heat Temperature controlled air comes out of the floor outlets and the side outlets al so comes out of the windshield defroster outlets and the side defroster outlets slightly 79J068 Heat amp defrost d Temperature controlled air comes out of the floor outlets the windshield defroster outlets the side defroster outlets and the side outlets Defrost e Temperature controlled air comes out of the windshield defroster outlets the side defroster outlets and the side outlets 63J047 Air intake selector 4 This selector is used to select the follow ing modes Fresh Air f When this mode is selected the indica tor light will go off and outside air is used 101 102 Recirculated Air g When this mode is selected the indicator light will come on outside air is shut out and inside air is recirculated This mode is suitable when driving through dusty or polluted air such as in a tunnel or when attempting to quickly cool down the in terior FRESH AIR and RECIRCULATED AIR are switched alternately each time the air intake selector is pushed NOTE If you select RECIRCULATED AIR for an extended period of time the air in the vehicle can become contami nated Therefore you should occasional ly select FRESH AIR Air conditioning switch 5 To turn on the air conditioning system push in the A C switch and s
244. tenna when using an au tomatic vehicle wash Remove or fold down the antenna when the antenna hits anything such as a low ceiling in a parking garage or putting a vehicle cover over your ve hicle 806143 INSTALLATION OF RADIO FREQUENCY TRANSMITTERS We recommend that you always ask a Fl AT Dealership about frequency band max output power antenna position at vehicle and specific conditions for installation and or use before installing a radio trans mitter in your vehicle Such equipments may cause the electronic control system to malfunction if they are incorrectly in stalled or they are not suited for the ve hicle ROOF RAILS OR ROOF RACK ANCHORS for versions markets where provided You can use the roof rails to attach the optional roof rack which is available at your Fiat Dealership If you use a roof rack observe the instructions and pre cautions in this section and provided with the roof rack 1 sure the roof rack is securely in stalled 1 To mount various types of cargo such as skis bicycles etc properly use suit able attachments which are available from your Fiat Dealership Be sure to install the attachments properly and se curely according to the instructions provided Do not mount cargo direct ly on the roof panel The cargo can damage the roof panel The gross weight of the roof rack plus cargo must not exceed the loading ca pacity 50 kg 110 Ib
245. ters off the soot particles in the exhaust gas so the diesel particulate filter could get clogged depending on the driving condition The diesel particulate filter is cleaned by the regenerating function that combusts the soot particles in the diesel particulate fil ter by raising the exhaust gas temperature during driving or idling When a certain amount of soot particles is accumulated in the diesel particulate fil ter the diesel particulate filter will regen erate automatically to avoid clogging the filter When the regeneration of the diesel par ticulate filter that started during driving continues in idling the engine revolutions will increase by about 100 rpm and the ra diator fan will operate Therefore you may hear a little louder engine sounds in cluding the fan sounds and or the exhaust gas temperature could be higher due to combustion of the soot particles 153 154 A WARNING Keep away from the exhaust pipe when the engine is run ning If the diesel particulate filter is regenerating the exhaust gas tem perature could be higher NOTE When you drive or idle your ve hicle white smoke may be emitted de pending on the grade of fuel used This is due to the particle filter regenerating au tomatically and does not affect the way the vehicle runs Diesel Particulate Filter warning light 64 244 If the diesel particulate filter warning light comes on when driving the diesel part
246. tes the re frigerant and oil and helps protect the in ternal components Your air conditioner is equipped with air filters Clean or replace them as specified in the Maintenance Schedule in the IN SPECTION AND MAINTENANCE sec tion Have this job done by your Fiat Deal ership as the lower glove box must be lowered for this job NOTE Your vehicle uses the air condi tioning refrigerant HFC 134a commonly called 134 R 134a replaced R 12 around 1993 for automotive applications Other refrigerants are available including recycled R 12 but only R 134a should be used in your vehicle IMPORTANT Using the wrong refriger ant may damage your air conditioning sys tem Use R 134a only Do not mix or re place the R 134a with other refrigerants AUTOMATIC HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM Climate Control for versions markets where provided DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS Temperature selector Blower speed selector Air intake selector Air flow selector Defrost switch OFF switch Air conditioning switch AUTO switch LCD display eo OW AUTO A CON i zc il MODE 79JF008 a 1 7 79JF013 Temperature selector 1 Turn the temperature selector 1 to ad just the temperature Air conditioning switch 7 The air conditioning switch 7 is used to turn on and off the a
247. the like Also during normal driving on paved roads torque distribution to the rear wheels is reduced to achieve the nearly front wheel drive condition thereby fuel consumption is improved 4WD LOCK In this position engine power is supplied to the front and rear axles at reduced speed Use this position when it is hard to start off in the AUTO mode such as in mud sand or on snow NOTE Avoid operating your vehicle in the 4WD LOCK on wet pavement as much as possible Operating your vehi cle in the 4WD LOCK on wet pave ment may cause severe damage to the drive train O As the vehicle speed increases the AWD LOCK mode is automatically canceled and the 4WD AUTO mode is selected O When the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position the LOCK mode is canceled 159 160 2WD 4WD SWITCH OPERATION Operate the 2WD 4WD switch accord ing to the appropriate procedure de scribed below How to turn on 2WD 4WD switch 2WD 4WD switch will activate when the ignition switch is turned on From 2WD to 4WD AUTO Turn the 2WD 4WD switch to the neu tral position and the 4WD AUTO in dicator will come on AUTO H 79J040 From 4WD AUTO to 4WD LOCK Push the LOCK switch for few seconds until the LOCK indica tor will come on Von a A LOC H 794100 From 4WD LOCK to 4WD AUTO
248. tions The hooks 3 for versions markets where provided are used for trailer train shipping purposes To tow your vehicle on the road or high way follow the instruction of Towing in EMERGENCY SERVICE or VEHICLE LOADING AND TOWING section VN WARNING Do not use the frame hooks to tow another vehicle or to have your vehicle towed on the road or highway The hooks 1 and 2 are designed for use in emergency situations only such as if your vehicle or another vehicle gets stuck in deep mud or snow The hooks 3 for versions markets where provided are provided for trailer train shipping purposes Side if equipped 79J081 79J080 IMPORTANT Never use the hooks 1 and 2 for trailer train shipping purpos es to prevent damage to the vehicle 7940132 143 144 TIRE CHANGING TOOL The jack wheel brace jack handle are stowed in the luggage compartment To remove the spare tire turn its bolt 1 counterclockwise and remove it To remove the jack turn its shaft coun terclockwise and pull the jack out of the storage bracket To stow the jack place it in the storage bracket and turn the shaft clockwise un til the jack is securely held in place WARNING The jack shall only be used for changing wheels on the vehicle with which it is provided or on cars of the same model It must not be used for other purposes such as for in stance raising ve
249. tivate this system by turning the key in the driver s door lock NOTE O If your vehicle is equipped with the key less entry system you can activate the dead lock system by operating the transmitter Refer to Keyless Entry System in this section O If your vehicle is equipped with the key less start system you can activate the dead lock system by pushing the re quest switch on the door handle Refer to Keyless Start System in this sec tion Do not activate the dead lock system if there are oc cupants in the vehicle They will be locked in the vehicle and cannot un lock the doors from inside A WARNING NOTE The dead lock system will not operate if one or more door s is are not closed and latched completely Make sure all doors are completely closed and latched when activating the dead lock system The dead lock system is released au tomatically allowing all the side doors to be unlocked when the ignition switch is turned to the position 2 times D e To activate this system 83E107 Insert the key in the driver s door lock and turn the top of the key toward the rear of the vehicle twice within 3 seconds You can not use the lock knobs to unlock the side doors when this system is acti vated Lin Front 83E105 To release this system To unlock all the side doors insert the key in the driver s door lo
250. tomatically shut off or an initial blowback occurs the air chamber will become full Exposure to heat when fully fuelled in this manner will result in leakage due to fuel expansion To prevent such fuel leakage stop filling af ter the filler nozzle has automatically shut off or when using an alternative non au tomatic system initial vent blowback oc curs WARNING Do not put naked flames or lighted cigarettes near the fuel filler hole as there is a danger of fire Do not bend too close to the hole either so as not to breathe in harmful vapours KEYS Your vehicle comes with a pair of identi cal keys Keep the spare key in a safe place One key can open all of the locks on the vehicle The key identification number is stamped on a metal tag provided with the keys or on the keys Keep the tag for versions markets where provided in a safe place If you lose your keys you will need this number to have new keys made IMPORTANT All the keys and the metal tag must be handed over to the new own er when selling the vehicle 79J020 Fiat CODE Immobilizer System for versions markets where provided This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft by electronically disabling the engine starting system The engine can be started only with your vehicle s original immobilizer ignition key which has an electronic identification code programmed into it The key communi cates the identification co
251. tor as well Drain water when the fuel filter warning light comes on To drain water Place pan or ample rag under the fu el filter drain nozzle O Loosen the drain knob 1 The water will be drained Tighten the drain knob when the water changes to the diesel fuel Tighten the drain knob 790147 BRAKES BRAKE FLUID Check the brake fluid level by looking at the reservoir in the engine compartment Check that the fluid level is between the MAX and MIN lines If the brake flu id level is near the MIN line fill it up to the line with TUTELA TOP 4 SAE J1704 o brake fluid Failure to follow the guide lines below can result in per sonal injury or serious damage to the brake system If the brake fluid in the reservoir drops below a certain level the brake warning light on the instrument pan el will come on the engine must be running with the parking brake fully disengaged Should the light come on immediately ask your Fiat Deal ership to inspect the brake system rapid fluid loss indicates a leak in the brake system which should be in spected by your Fiat Dealership im mediately VN WARNING 795148 WARNING Brake fluid can harm your eyes and damage painted surfaces Use caution when refilling the reservoir not use fluid other than SAE J1704 or DOT4 brake fluid Do not use reclaimed fluid o
252. tronic Stability Program jesienia 92 164 Exhaust 150 External 63 222 Fiat CODE Immobilizer system 11 Frame hooks ees 143 Front fog liglits inn 91 Fuel Average fuel consumption 2 87 Capacities refuelling 10 254 Consumption Driving range Fuel filter Fuel filler cap F el Fuel recommendation 10 Improving fuel economy 168 Instantaneous fuel consumption gauge 85 FUSES 215 Gear oil Changing 196 Level check nes 195 Specifications 195 Gearshift 132 General information 245 Glove DOK 94 Hazard warning lights 91 Head 30 Headlight levelling switch 94 Headlights Bulb replacement 222 Headlight levelling switch 94 Heated rear window 93 Heating and air conditioning system 96 AIP outlet tns 96 Automatic heating and air conditioning system Climate Control Heating system Manual heating and air conditioning system
253. ts where provided v AUTO FH 79J040 When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position the light comes on briefly so you can check that the light is working When the 2WD 4WD switch is in the 4WD AUTO mode with the ignition switch in the ON position the light comes on and stays on If the light and the 4WD LOCK indica tor light stay on or come on simultane ously when driving there may be some thing wrong with the 4WD system Have the system inspected by an authorized Fiat Dealership If the oil temperature of the parts for 4WD system is high this light will blink The 4WD AUTO or 4WD LOCK mode will be changed to the 2WD mode automatically to prevent a damage of the parts for 4WD system For details refer to Using the 2WD 4WD Switch in the OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE section NOTE If you restart the engine the light will stop blinking temporarily NOTE When the vehicle speed is in creased the 4WD LOCK mode will be changed to the AUTO mode au tomatically The 4WD AUTO indicator light will come on and stay on 4WD LOCK INDICATOR LIGHT for versions markets where provided 0C Fd rc 2 794100 When the ignition switch is turned to the position this light comes on briefly so you can check that the light is working The light comes on when the 2WD 4WD switch is changed to the LOCK mode from
254. tted from the front wheels during tow ing Always unlock the steering wheel be fore towing 4 WHEEL DRIVE 4WD Your vehicle should be towed under one of the following conditions With all four wheels on a flat bed truck With the front or rear wheels lifted and a dolly under the other wheels If you can shift the 2WD 4WD switch to the 2WD mode and if the steer ing and drive train are in good condi tion and the engine can be started the vehicle may also be towed according to the instructions in the Towing Your Vehicle recreational towing section IMPORTANT Towing your vehicle with front and or rear wheels on the ground can result in damage to the automatic transaxle and or the 4WD drive system 235 236 IF THE STARTER DOES NOT OPERATE O Try turning the ignition switch to the START position with the headlights turned on to determine the battery condition If the headlights go exces sively dim or go off it usually means that either the battery is flat or the bat tery terminal contact is poor Recharge the battery or correct battery terminal contact as necessary O If the headlights remain bright check the fuses If the reason for failure of the starter is not obvious there may be a major electrical problem Have the ve hicle inspected by your authorized Fiat Dealership IF THE ENGINE IS FLOODED If the engine is flooded with gasoline it may be hard to start If this happens press
255. u thorized Fiat Dealership as soon as pos sible If your vehicle ever gets in deep water and the driver s floor is submerged the air bag controller could be damaged If it does have the air bag system inspected by the Fiat Dealership as soon as possible Special procedures are required for ser vicing or replacing an air bag For that rea son only an authorized Fiat Dealership should be allowed to service or replace your air bags Please remind anyone who services your Fiat that it has air bags Service on or around air bag components or wiring must be performed only by an authorized Fiat Dealership Improper ser vice could result in unintended air bag de ployment or could render the air bag in operative Either of these two conditions may result in severe injury To prevent damage or unintended infla tion of the air bag system be sure the bat tery is disconnected and the ignition switch has been in the LOCK position for at least 90 seconds before perform ing any electrical service work on your Fi at Do not touch air bag system compo nents or wires The wires are wrapped with yellow tape or yellow tubing and the couplers are yellow for easy identification Scrapping a vehicle that has an uninflated air bag can be hazardous Ask your Fiat Dealership body repair shop or scrap yard for help with disposal GENERAL WARNINGS Never travel with objects on your lap in front of your chest or with a pipe pe
256. u should occasional ly select FRESH AIR If your vehicle has been left in the sun with the windows closed it will cool faster if you open the windows briefly while you operate the air conditioner with the air intake selector at FRESH AIR and the blower at high speed Dehumidifying Turn on the A C switch set the air flow selector to a desired air flow selector po sition and select FRESH AIR the tem perature selector to the desired temper ature position and the blower speed se lector to the desired blower speed posi tion 79J070 NOTE Because the air conditioner dehu midifies the air turning it on will help keep the windows clear even when blowin heated air using the DEFROST or HEAT amp DEFROST functions NOTE If you need maximum defrosting select DEFROST and FRESH AIR turn on the A C switch set the blower speed selector to HIGH O adjust the temperature selector to the HOT end and O adjust the side outlets so the air blows on the side windows 103 104 MAINTENANCE If you do not use the air conditioner for a long period such as during winter it may not give the best performance when you start using it again To help maintain op timum performance and durability of your air conditioner it needs to be run peri odically Operate the air conditioner at least once a month for one minute with the engine idling This circula
257. ur Fiat ask your Fiat Dealership body repair shop or scrap yard for assistance SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM air bags for versions markets where provided A WARNING This section of the owner s manual describes the pro tection provided by your Fiat s SUP PLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM air bags Please read and follow ALL these instructions carefully to mini mize your risk of severe injury or death in the event of a collision Your vehicle is equipped with a Supple mental Restraint System consisting of the following components in addition to a lap shoulder belt at each front seating posi tion UJ Driver s front air bag module Front passenger s front air bag module Side air bag module for versions mar kets where provided Side curtain air bag module for ver sions markets where provided Ui 7940115 Seat belt pretensioners Air bag controller Forward crash sensor Side crash sensor for versions mar kets where provided 47 48 Y 63J030 If the AIR BAG light on the instrument cluster does not blink when the ignition switch is first turned to the ON posi tion or the AIR light stays on or comes on while driving the air bag system or the seat belt pretensioner system for versions markets where provided may not work properly Have the air bag sys tem inspected by an authorized Fiat Deal ership as soon as possible
258. urer s in structions and precautions CLEANING THE EXTERIOR IMPORTANT It is important that your ve hicle be kept clean and free from dirt Fail ure to keep your vehicle clean may result in fading of the paint or corrosion to var ious parts of the vehicle body 6082125 WASHING Never attempt to wash and wax your vehicle with the engine running When cleaning the underside of the body and fender where there may be sharp edged parts you should wear gloves and a long sleeved shirt to protect your hands and arms from being cut After washing your vehicle care fully test the brakes before driving to make sure they have maintained their normal effectiveness VN WARNING When washing the vehicle park it where direct sunlight does not fall on it and fol low the instructions below O Flush the underside of body and wheel housings with pressurized water to re move mud and debris Use plenty of wa ter IMPORTANT When washing the vehicle O Avoid directing steam or hot water of more than 80 C 176 F on plastic parts O To avoid damaging engine components do not use pressurized water in the en gine compartment O Do not pour the water on the battery And wipe off the water which remains on the battery The water entering in side the battery possibly causes fluid leakage Rinse the body to loosen the dirt Re move dirt and mud from the body ex terior with running wate
259. ush the ignition switch for ve hicle with the keyless start system this light will come on in blue or red If this light comes on in blue you can turn the ignition switch without using an ignition key If this light comes on in red you can not turn the ignition switch without us ing an ignition key For details refer to Ig nition Switch in the STEERING COL UMN CONTROLS section If this light blinks in red it reminds you that the remote controller is not in the vehi cle For details refer to Keyless Start Sys tem in the BEFORE DRIVING section 80JM122 ILLUMINATION INDICATOR LIGHT 209 64J045 This indicator light comes on while the po sition lights tail light and or the headlights are on REAR FOG LIGHT INDICATOR LIGHT for versions markets where provided 54G491 The rear fog light indicator light comes on when the rear fog light operates TURN SIGNAL INDICATORS ar When you turn on the left or right turn signals the corresponding green arrow on the instrument cluster will flash along with the respective turn signal lights When you turn on the hazard warning switch both arrows will flash along with all of the turn signal lights 506055 MAIN BEAM HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LIGHT 506056 This indicator comes when headlight main beams high beams are turned on 82 4WD AUTO INDICATOR LIGHT for versions marke
260. vehicle is equipped with a rear door unlatch switch 1 push and hold the rear door unlatch switch 1 and lift the rear door to open the rear door VN WARNING Always make sure that the rear door is closed and latched securely Completely closing the rear door helps prevent occupants from being thrown from the vehicle in the event of an accident Completely closing it also helps keep exhaust gas es from entering the vehicle NOTE When the rear door is closed in completely follow the procedure below Push the rear door unlatch switch 1 and open the rear door a little O After a few seconds close the rear door 1 sure that the rear door is closed completely If you can not unlatch the rear door by pushing the unlatch switch 1 due to a dis charged battery or malfunction follow the procedures below to unlatch the rear door from inside the vehicle Fold the rear seat forward for easier ac cess Refer to Folding Rear Seats sec tion for details on how to fold the rear seat forward 79J099 O Push open the rear door from inside by pushing up on the emergency lever 2 using a flat blade screw driver or the jack handle The rear door will be latched again by closing the rear door simply If the rear door can not be unlatched have the vehicle inspected by your Fiat Deal ership VN WARNING To avoid injury do not use your finger to push the emergency le
261. ver Make sure there is not anyone near the rear door when pushing open the rear door from inside the vehicle 23 24 WINDOWS MANUAL WINDOW CONTROL for versions markets where provided Raise or lower the door windows by turn ing the handle located on the door panel KS 2 Driver s side type 606010 80JM010 ELECTRIC WINDOW CONTROLS for versions markets where provided The electric windows can only be oper ated when the ignition switch is in the position Driver s side type Passenger s door CLOSE k OPEN 8048095 Driver s side The driver s door has switch 1 to op erate the driver s window and a switch 2 to operate the front passenger s win dow or there are switches 4 5 to op erate the rear left and right passenger win dows respectively 794029 Passenger s door The passenger s door has a switch 3 to operate the passenger s window 81A009 To open a window push the top part of the switch and to close the window lift up the top part of the switch The driver s window has an auto down feature for added convenience at toll booths or drive through restaurants for example This means you can open the window without holding the window switch in the Down position Press the driver s window switch completely down and release it To stop the window befor
262. verse N Neutral Use this position for starting the engine if the engine stalls and you need to restart it while the vehicle is moving You may al so shift into Neutral and depress the brake pedal to hold the vehicle stationary dur ing idling D Drive Use this position for all normal driving With the gearshift lever in D range you can get an automatic downshift by pressing the accelerator pedal The higher the ve hicle speed is the more you need to press the accelerator pedal to get a downshift 3 Low 3 Use this position for driving on moder ate uphill and downhill gradients The en gine braking effect on moderate downhills can be used in this position The transaxle shifts up only to 3rd gear 2 Low 2 Use this position to provide extra power when climbing hills or to provide engine braking when going down hills L Low 1 Use this position to provide maximum power when climbing steep hills or driving through deep snow or mud or to provide maximum engine braking when going down steep hills NOTE If you move the gearshift lever to a lower gear while driving faster than the maximum allowable speed for the lower gear the transaxle will not actually down shift until your speed drops below the maximum speed for the lower gear IMPORTANT Be sure to take the follow ing precautions to help avoid damage to the automatic transaxle CJ Make sure that the vehicle is completely stationary before s
263. vier the load the more fuel the vehicle consumes Take out any luggage or cargo when it is not necessary Keep tire pressures correct Underinflation of the tires can waste fuel due to increased running resistance of the tires Keep your tires inflated to the cor rect pressure shown on the label on the driver s side door or the driver s door lock pillar DRIVING UPS HIGHWAY DRIMING 170 DRIVING ON 170 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY ROADS 171 60G409 169 170 5200785 WARNING Wear Your Seat Belts at All Times Even though air bags are equipped at the front seating po sitions the driver and all passengers should be properly restrained at all times using the seat belts provided Refer to the Seat Belts and Child Re straint Systems section for instruc tions on proper use of the seat belts Never drive while under the influ ence of alcohol or other drugs Alco hol and drugs can seriously impair your ability to drive safely greatly in creasing the risk of injury to yourself and others You should also avoid dri ving when you are tired sick irritat ed or under stress HIGHWAY DRIVING When driving at high speed pay attention to the following O Stopping distance progressively in creases with vehicle speed Apply the brakes far enough ahead of the stopping point to allow for the extra sto
264. waxing and pol ishing are recommended to further pro tect and beautify the paint Only use waxes and polishes of good qual ity When using waxes and polishes observe the precautions specified by the manufac turers GENERAL Dod VEHICLE 246 FUEL CONSUMPTION CO EMISSIONS 247 245 246 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION CHASSIS SERIAL NUMBER The chassis and or engine serial numbers are used to register the vehicle They are also used to assist your dealer when or dering or referring to special service in formation Whenever you have occasion to consult your Fiat Dealership remem ber to identify your vehicle with this num ber Should you find the number difficult to read you will also find it on the iden tification plate SL 794019 For some vehicles 60G152 790174 1 Petrol Engine Model 2 Diesel Engine Model ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The engine serial number is stamped on the cylinder block as shown in the illus tration FUEL CONSUMPTION CO EMISSIONS According to European Directive in force Urban L 100km Extra urban i ine 00 NOTE As these data are obtained under certain specific conditions actual fuel consumption of your vehicle will be different from these data M T 1 6L 2WD 7 9 1 6 16 M T M
265. wearing thin pants a thin skirt or shorts and leaves the heater on for long periods Avoid using the seat heater for these occupants People who have reduced feeling their legs including the elderly or those with certain disabilities Small children or anyone with sen sitive skin People who are asleep or under the influence of alcohol or other drugs which make them tired 86G064 IMPORTANT To avoid damaging the heater element CJ Do not subject the front seats to heavy impacts such as children jumping on them Do not cover the seat with any insu lating materials such as blankets or cushions 139 ASSIST GRIPS ENGINE HOOD for versions markets where provided open the engine hood YP Assist grips are provided for convenience 7 Pull the hood release handle located on V IMPORTANT To avoid damaging the as the outboard side of the driver s side iS sist grip and the molded headlining do not of the instrument panel This will dis hang down the assist grip engage the engine hood lock halfway 80J045 Push the under hood release lever sideways with your finger as shown in the illustration While pushing the lever lift up the engine hood 540249 794077 140 79JM022 O Continue to lift up the hood until it is high enough to support with the prop rod If the supporting rod is not posit
266. y the key or the flat end rod shift the gearshift lever to the desired position 68KM037 This procedure is for emergency use on ly If repeated use of this procedure is nec essary or the procedure does not work as described take the vehicle to your deal er for repair Right Hand Drive Vehicle Vehicles with an automatic transaxle have an electrically operated park lock feature If the vehicle s battery is discharged or there is some other electrical failure the automatic transaxle cannot be shifted out of Park in the normal way Jump starting may correct the condition If not follow the procedure described below This pro cedure will permit shifting the transaxle out of Park 68KM038 Be sure the parking brake is firmly plied If the engine is running stop the engine Make sure the key is in the ON or ACC position With pushing the release button 1 shift the gearshift lever to the desired position This procedure is for emergency use on ly If repeated use of this procedure is nec essary or the procedure does not work as described take the vehicle to your deal er for repair BODY WORK GARE CORROSION PREVENTION 240 VEHICLE CLEANING 242 239 240 CORROSION PREVENTION It is important to take good care of your vehicle to protect it from corrosion List ed below are in
267. y the jack Never run the engine when the ve hicle is supported by the jack and never allow passengers to remain in the vehicle Front wheel 79J017 Rear wheel 79J018 JUMP STARTING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Never attempt to jump start your vehicle if the bat tery appears to be frozen Batteries in this condition may explode or rup ture if jump starting is attempted When making jump lead connec tions be certain that your hands and the jump leads remain clear from pul leys belts or fans Batteries produce flammable hy drogen gas Keep flames and sparks away from the battery or an explo sion may occur Never smoke when working in the vicinity of the battery If the booster battery you use for jump starting is installed in another vehicle make sure the two vehicles are not touching each other If your battery discharges repeat edly for no apparent reason have your vehicle inspected by an autho rized Fiat Dealership 233 234 avoid harm to yourself or damage to your vehicle or battery follow the jump starting in structions below precisely and in order If you are in doubt call for qualified road service WARNING IMPORTANT Your vehicle should not be started by pushing or towing This start ing method could result in permanent damage to the catalytic converter Use jump leads to start a vehicle with a weak or flat battery WHEN JUMP ST

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