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  • Page 2 ❒ the range of additional services available to Fiat Customers. Enjoy reading and happy motoring! This Owner Handbook describes all Fiat Linea versions. As a consequence, you should only consider the information which is related to the engine and bodywork version of the car you have purchased.
  • Page 3 VERY IMPORTANT REFUELLING Petrol engines: refuel only with unleaded petrol with an octane rating (RON) of no less than 95 conforming to the European specification EN 228. Diesel engines: refuel only with diesel fuel conforming to the European specification EN590. The use of other products or mixtures may damage the engine beyond repair and consequently invalidate the war- ranty depending on the damage caused.
  • Page 4 If, after buying the car, you decide to add electrical accessories (with the risk of gradually draining the battery), con- tact a Fiat Dealership. They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the vehicle electric sys- tem can support the required load.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    PLANCIA PORTASTRUMENTI ........EXTERNAL LIGHTS ............WINDOW WASHING ............SYMBOLS ................CRUISE CONTROL ............THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM ..........ROOF LIGHTS ..............THE KEYS ................CONTROLS ................ALARM ................... FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH ..........IGNITION DEVICE ............. INTERIOR FITTINGS ............INSTRUMENT PANEL ............

  • Page 6: Plancia Portastrumenti

    DASHBOARD The presence and position of controls, instruments and gauges may vary depending on the versions. F0R0001m fig. 1 1. Adjustable side air nts – 2. Fixed side air vents – 3. Left steering column stalk: external lights – 4. Instrument panel 5.

  • Page 7: Symbols

    SYMBOLS THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM Special coloured labels have been attached This is an electronic engine locking system near or actually on some of the compo- which increases protection against at- nents of your vehicle. These labels bear tempted thefts of the car. It is automati-...
  • Page 8 Each time the vehicle is started turning the keys provided if the problem persists. ignition key to MAR, the Fiat CODE sys- ❒ If the warning light turns on, this Contact a Fiat Dealership if you still can-...

  • Page 9: The Keys

    F0R0003m F0R0004m fig. 2 fig. 3 B the mechanical key code to be given to the Fiat Dealership when ordering du- KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL plicate keys. fig. 3 You should have the electronic code The metal insert A is retractable in the A-fig.
  • Page 10 Button Ë is used for unlocking the doors WARNING and the boot. Button B should only be pres- Button Á is used for locking the doors and sed when the key is away the boot. from the body, in particular from the eyes and from objects that can be Button R (present in some versions spoilt (e.g.
  • Page 11 The system can recognise up to 8 keys correct containers as speci- with incorporated remote control. Should fied by law or by taking them to a Fiat a new key with remote control be nec- Dealership, which will deal with their essary, contact a Fiat Dealership, taking disposal.

  • Page 12: Alarm

    ALARM KEY WITHOUT REMOTE CONTROL fig. 7 (for versions/markets, where provided) The car alarm system is available at Lineaccessori Fiat. The metal insert of the key A is fixed. The key operates: ❒ the ignition switch; ❒ the door locks;...
  • Page 13 The main functions that can be activated with the keys (with or without remote control) are the following: Type of key Door Locking the doors Unlocking Closing windows Opening windows unlocking from the outside the tailgate lock (for versions/markets (for versions/markets where provided) where provided) Key without remote control...

  • Page 14: Ignition Device

    If the ignition device has WARNING been tampered with (e.g. an attempted theft), have it checked It is absolutely forbidden to over by a Fiat Dealership before dri- carry out any after-market ving again. operation involving steering system or steering column modifications (e.g. in-...

  • Page 15: Instrument Panel

    INSTRUMENT PANEL Versions with digital display A Speedometer B Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light C Engine coolant temperature gauge with excess temperature warning light D Rev counter E Digital display fig. 9 F0R0010m Versions with multifunction display A Speedometer B Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light C Engine coolant temperature gauge...
  • Page 16 Versions with reconfigurable multifunction display A Speedometer B Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light C Engine coolant temperature gauge with excess temperature warning light D Rev counter E Reconfigurable multifunction display fig. 11 F0R0164m...

  • Page 17: Instruments

    INSTRUMENTS The instrument background colour and type may vary according to the versions. F0R0012m F0R0013m fig. 12 fig. 13 SPEEDOMETER fig. 12 REV. COUNTER fig. 13 This shows the speed of the vehicle. The rev counter shows the engine rpm. IMPORTANT The electronic injection control system gradually shuts off the flow of fuel when the engine is “over-revving”...
  • Page 18 Warning light B may switch on (and a mes- sage on the multifunction display may be shown in certain versions) to indicate that the coolant temperature is too high; in this case, stop the engine and contact a Fiat Dealership. If the needle for the engine F0R0014m F0R0015m fig.

  • Page 19: Digital Display

    DIGITAL DISPLAY STANDARD SCREEN fig. 16 The standard screen shows the following information: A Headlight alignment position (only with dipped beam headlights on). B Time (always displayed, even with key F0R0163m F0R0017m fig. 16 fig. 17 extracted and front doors closed). C Odometer (distance covered in kilo- CONTROL BUTTONS fig.
  • Page 20 SETUP MENU fig. 18 Selecting a menu option Prolonged pressing of MENU ESC button The menu comprises a series of functions – to quit the setup menu if you are in the – briefly press the MENU ESC button to arranged in a cycle which can be selected menu;...
  • Page 21 On the standard screen, briefly press MENU ESC to start browsing. Press + or − to browse within the menu. Note For safety reasons, only the short menu may be accessed while the car is moving (“SPEEd” setting). The standard menu is only available when the car is stationary.
  • Page 22 Setting a speed limit (SPEEd) To cancel the setting, proceed as follows: Adjusting the buzzer volume (BUZZ) With this function, it is possible to set the – briefly press MENU ESC: (On) will car speed limit (km/h or mph). When this flash on the display;...
  • Page 23 Setting the distance unit (Unit) Passenger front and side (chest and pelvis) air bag With this function it is possible to set the activation/deactivation unit. (side bag) (BAG P) To adjust proceed as follows: (for versions/markets where provided) MENU ESC –...

  • Page 24: Multifunction Display

    MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY (for versions/markets where provided) The car can be equipped with the multi- function display that, depending on previ- ous settings, shows useful information when driving. F0R0018m F0R0019m fig. 20 fig. 21 “STANDARD” SCREEN fig. 20 The standard screen shows the following CONTROL BUTTONS fig.
  • Page 25 SETUP MENU fig. 22 Selecting an option from the main menu with Selecting “Set Date” and “Set time”: a submenu: The menu comprises a series of functions – briefly press MENU ESC to select the arranged in a cycle which can be selected –...
  • Page 26 SEE RADIO BELT BUZZER ( * ) – – AUTOCLOSE BUTTON VOLUME MEASUREMENT – UNIT – WARNING VOLUME LANGUAGE – F0R2004g – fig. 21 (*) This function may only be displayed after the SBR system is deactivated by a Fiat Dealership.
  • Page 27 Speed limit (Speed Beep) To cancel the setting, proceed as follows: Headlight sensor (Automatic headlight sensitivity This function is used to set the car speed – briefly press MENU ESC: (On) will adjustment) limit (km/h or mph); the driver is imme- flash on the display;...
  • Page 28 Trip B On/Off (Trip B data) Setting the clock (Set time) Set date (Set Date) This function enables the clock to be Using this function you can update the This function can be used to activate (On) set through two submenus: “Time” and date (day –...
  • Page 29 Note The setting increases or decreases Automatic central door locking Setting measurement units by one unit each time + or − is pressed. (Units of measurement) with car running (Autoclose) Hold down the button to increase/ With this function it is possible to set the When activated (On), this function locks decrease the setting rapidly and automat- units through three submenus: “Distances”,...
  • Page 30 If the distance unit set is “km” the fuel con- Language selection (Language) Adjusting the failure/warning sumption unit will be displayed in km/h. buzzer volume (Warning Volume) Display messages can be shown in the fol- If the distance unit set is “mi” the fuel con- lowing languages: Italian, Turkish, Dutch, With this function the volume of the sumption unit will be displayed in “mpg”.
  • Page 31 MAR. Contact to return to the standard screen without a Fiat Dealership to carry out any service saving. operation in the “Scheduled servicing plan” and to reset the display.
  • Page 32 Passenger front and side Exit Menu protecting chest/pelvis air bag This is the last function that closes the cy- activation/deactivation (side bag) cle of settings listed in the menu screen. (passenger’s bag - for versions/ Briefly press MENU ESC to go back to markets where provided) MENU ESC the standard screen without saving.

  • Page 33: Reconfigurable Multifunction Display

    MULTIFUNCTION RECONFIGURABLE DISPLAY (for versions/markets where provided) The car may be equipped with a recon- figurable multifunction display that, ac- cording to previous settings, will show useful driving information. F0R2010gb F0R0241m fig. 23/a fig. 23/b STANDARD SCREEN fig. 23/a CONTROL BUTTONS – fig. 24 The standard screen shows the following To scroll the displayed menu and the information:...
  • Page 34 SETUP MENU fig. 25 Selection of an option from main menu Selecting an option from the main menu with without submenu: submenu: The menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a cycle which can be selected – Briefly press MENU ESC to select the –...
  • Page 35 Example: On the standard screen, briefly press MENU ESC to start browsing. Press + or − to browse within the menu. Note Only the short menu may be accessed for reasons of safety while the car is moving: setting Year Month Nederlands Türk...
  • Page 36 Speed Beep (Speed limit) To cancel the setting, proceed as follows: Rain sensor sensitivity adjustment (Rain sensor) This function is used to set the car speed – briefly press MENU ESC: (On) will (for versions/markets, where provided) limit (km/h or mph); the driver is imme- flash on the display;...
  • Page 37 Headlight sensor (Automatic Trip B data (Activating Trip B) Time adjustment headlight sensitivity adjustment) (Clock adjustment) This function can be used to activate (On) (for versions/markets where provided) or deactivate (Off) the Trip B display (par- This function enables the clock to be set This function is used to adjust the dusk tial trip).
  • Page 38 Note The setting will increase or de- Set date (Setting the date) First page (display of information crease by one unit each time + or − is on the main screen) Using this function you can update the pressed. Hold down the button to in- (for versions/markets where provided) date (day –...
  • Page 39 See radio Autoclose Unit of measurement (Repeat audio information) (Automatic door lock operation (Set unit of measurement) with car running) With this function the display shows in- With this function is possible to set the formation about the sound system. unit of measurement in three submenus: When activated (On), this function locks “Distance”, “Consumption”...
  • Page 40 If the distance unit is set to km, you can Language (Language selection) Warnings volume set the fuel consumption unit to km/l or (Adjusting the fault/warning Display messages can be shown in differ- l/100 km. acoustic signal volume) ent languages: Italian, German, English, If the distance unit is set to mi, fuel con- Spanish, French, Portuguese and Dutch.
  • Page 41 MAR. saving. Go to a Fiat Dealership, where the “Sched- uled Servicing Plan” operations will be per- formed and the message will be reset. Belt buzzer (Buzzer activation...
  • Page 42 Exit Menu Passenger front and side chest/pelvis protection air bag This is the last function that closes the cy- activation/deactivation (Side bag) cle of settings listed in the menu screen. (for versions/markets where provided) Briefly press MENU ESC to go back to This function is used to activate/deactivate the standard screen without saving.

  • Page 43: Trip Computer

    TRIP COMPUTER “Trip A” is used to display the values re- Values displayed lating to: Range – Range General information This indicates the approximate distance – Distance travelled which can be travelled with the present The “Trip computer” is used to display in- amount of fuel in the tank.
  • Page 44 Average speed New mission This begins after a reset: This value shows the car’s average speed based on the overall time elapsed since the – “manual” resetting by the user, by press- start of the new journey. ing the relevant button; –...

  • Page 45: Seats

    SEATS Height adjustment fig. 27 (for versions/markets where provided) FRONT SEATS WITH MANUAL Move lever B upwards or downwards to ADJUSTMENT fig. 27 achieve the required height. IMPORTANT Adjustment must only be car- ried out when seated in the relevant seat. WARNING Backrest angle adjustment fig.

  • Page 46: Head Restraints

    HEAD RESTRAINTS FRONT – fig. 29 On certain versions the head restraints are adjustable in height and they lock au- tomatically in the required position. To adjust head restraints, proceed as follows: F0R0022m F0R0024m fig. 28 fig. 29 ❒ upwards adjustment: lift the head re- straint until it locks.

  • Page 47: Steering Wheel

    STEERING WHEEL The driver can adjust the height and axial position of the steering wheel. To carry out the adjustment, proceed as follows: ❒ release lever A-fig. 31 by pushing it forwards (position 2); ❒ adjust the steering wheel; F0R0025m F0R0026m fig.

  • Page 48: Rear View Mirrors

    REAR VIEW MIRRORS INTERIOR MIRROR – fig. 32 The mirror is fitted with a safety device that causes its release in the event of a vi- olent impact with the passenger. It can be moved using the lever A to two different positions: normal or antiglare.
  • Page 49 Defrosting/demisting (for versions/markets where provided) The mirrors are fitted with resistors that are activated when the heated rear win- dow is turned on (by pressing button IMPORTANT This function is timed and it will turn off automatically after a few minutes.

  • Page 50: Heating And Ventilation

    HEATING AND VENTILATION SYSTEM F0R0031m fig. 36 1. Upper fixed vent – 2. Adjustable central vents – 3. Fixed side vents – 4. Adjustable side vents – 5. Lower vents for front seats – 6. Lower side vents for rear seats – 7. Lower central vent for rear seats (for versions/markets, where provided).
  • Page 51 F0R0032m fig. 37 F0R0034m fig. 39 F0R0033m fig. 38 Knob B activates/adjusts the fan CONTROLS – fig. 39 ADJUSTABLE SIDE AND p 0 = fan off CENTRAL VENTS – fig. 37-38 Knob A regulates the air 1-2-3 = ventilation speed temperature (mixing hot A Fixed vent for side window.
  • Page 52 Knob C adjusts air distribution PASSENGER COMPARTMENT PASSENGER COMPARTMENT VENTILATION HEATING ¶ to direct air to the centre and side vents; To ventilate the passenger compartment Proceed as follows: well, proceed as follows: ß ❒ turn the knob A to the red section; to send air to the feet and direct cool- ❒...
  • Page 53 FAST PASSENGER FRONT WINDOW Window demisting COMPARTMENT HEATING FAST DEMISTING/ In the event of considerable external mois- DEFROSTING (WINDSCREEN ture and/or rain and/or large differences in For the fast heating of the passenger com- AND SIDE WINDOWS) temperature inside and outside the passen- partment, proceed as follows: ger compartment, perform the following Proceed as follows:...
  • Page 54 INTERNAL AIR IMPORTANT The internal air recircula- tion system makes it possible to reach the RECIRCULATION ACTIVATION required heating or cooling conditions Move the slider D to position v to faster depending on the mode selected. switch internal air recirculation on. Do not use the air recirculation function It is advisable to switch the internal air re- on rainy/cold days as it would consider-...

  • Page 55: Manual Climate Control

    MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (for versions/markets where provided) CONTROLS – fig. 41 Knob A regulates the air temperature (mixing hot and cold air) Red section = hot air Blue section = cold air Knob B activates/adjusts the fan p 0 = fan off 1-2-3 = ventilation speed 4 - = max.
  • Page 56 Air recirculation on/off slider D PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CLIMATE CONTROL (cooling) VENTILATION Bring the slider to position v to recir- For fast cooling of the passenger com- culate internal air. partment, proceed as follows: To ventilate the passenger compartment well, proceed as follows: ❒...
  • Page 57 PASSENGER COMPARTMENT QUICK PASSENGER FRONT WINDOW FAST HEATING COMPARTMENT HEATING DEMISTING/DEFROSTING (WINDSCREEN AND SIDE Proceed as follows: For the fast heating of the passenger com- WINDOWS) partment, proceed as follows: ❒ turn the knob A to the red section; Proceed as follows: ❒...
  • Page 58 Window demisting IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers to the inside of the rear window over the In the event of considerable external mois- heating filaments to avoid damage. ture and/or rain and/or large differences in temperature inside and outside the passen- ger compartment, perform the following preventive window demisting procedure: ❒...
  • Page 59 10 minutes. Before summer, have switch internal air recirculation on. Do not use the air recirculation function the system checked at a Fiat Dealership. It is advisable to switch the internal air re- on rainy/cold days as it would consider-...

  • Page 60: Automatic Climate Control

    AUTOMATIC CLIMATE All functions may be changed manually. In The system allows the following functions other words, you may select one or more and parameters to be set or modified CONTROL SYSTEM functions and change the parameters as re- manually: quired.
  • Page 61 CONTROLS fig. 43 A AUTO button automatic control of all functions. B Air distribution selection buttons. C Display D MAX DEF function control button. E System off button. F Compressor activation/deactivation button. G Air recirculation button. H Fan speed increase/decrease control buttons Temperature increase/decrease knob.
  • Page 62 USING THE CLIMATE During fully automatic system operation, Air temperature adjustment knob (I) you can change the set temperatures, air CONTROL SYSTEM Turn the knob either clockwise or coun- distribution and fan speed at any time by terclockwise to increase or lower the re- The system can be started in different using the relevant buttons or knobs: the quested temperature in the passenger...
  • Page 63 ▲ To switch the function off, simply turn the Air distribution buttons (B) Air flow distributed between vents for ˙ temperature knob counterclockwise and windscreen and side front window de- By pressing these buttons, it is possible to set the required temperature. frosting/demisting vents, as well as to set one of the seven possible air distribu- the centre and side dashboard vents.
  • Page 64 Fan speed adjustment buttons (H) AUTO button (A) Air recirculation on/off button (G) (automatic operation) Press button H to increase or to decrease The air recirculation is managed accord- the fan speed and therefore the amount ing to the following operating logics: Press the button AUTO to make the sys- of air sent into the passenger compart- tem automatically adjust the quantity and...
  • Page 65 It is however not advised to use recircu- Climate control compressor on/off IMPORTANT With the compressor off, lation on rainy/cold days as it would con- it is not possible to send air into the pas- button (F) siderably increase the possibility of the senger compartment at a temperature Press button √...
  • Page 66 Fast window demisting/ IMPORTANT The fast demisting/defrosting Switching off the system OFF (E) function remains on for approximately defrosting button (D) Press button E to switch the climate con- 3 minutes, from when the engine coolant trol system off. The display will go out. Pressing this button, the climate control reaches a sufficient temperature for fast system will automatically switch on all the...

  • Page 67: External Lights

    EXTERNAL LIGHTS The left stalk fig. 44/a operates most of the external lights. The external lights can be switched on on- ly when the key is turned to MAR. The instrument panel and the various dashboard controls will come on with the external lights.
  • Page 68 Deactivation When the stalk is moved, the warning light on the instrument panel will light up The main beam headlights will switch off and the corresponding message will ap- followed after approximately 10 seconds pear in the display (see “Warning lights by the side/taillights, when the sensor is and messages”) as long as the function is deactivated.

  • Page 69: Window Washing

    If operation is not restored (even after turning the key and restarting the car engine), contact a Fiat Dealership.
  • Page 70 RAIN SENSOR Activation Deactivation (for versions/markets where provided) Move the right stalk ring nut to ≤ Move the stalk ring nut from position ≤ fig. 46. fig. 46 or turn the ignition key to STOP. The rain sensor is located behind the rear view mirror in contact with the wind- The activation of the sensor is signalled by At the next start-up (key at MAR), the...

  • Page 71: Cruise Control

    CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGING THE DEVICE Turn the ring nut A-fig. 47 to ON. (for versions/markets where provided) The device cannot be engaged in first or This is an electronically controlled driving reverse gear. It is advisable to engage it assistance device which allows the vehicle in 4 gear or higher.
  • Page 72 1 km/h, WARNING while keeping the stalk held upwards will ❒ pressing the clutch pedal; continuously increase the speed. In the event of device faults or failures, turn the ring nut A to OFF and contact a Fiat Dealership.

  • Page 73: Roof Lights

    ROOF LIGHTS FRONT ROOF LIGHTS WITH SPOT LIGHTS, fig. 48/a AND WITH DIFFUSED LIGHTING LEDS, fig. 48/b (for versions/markets, where provided) The switch A turns on/off the roof lights. F0R0043m F0R0042m fig. 48/a fig. 49 With the switch A in central position, the lights C and D turn on/off when open- REAR ROOF LIGHT WITH ing/closing the front doors.
  • Page 74 Roof light timing TIMING WHEN GETTING INTO THE CAR TIMING WHEN GETTING OUT OF THE CAR On certain versions, to facilitate getting The roof lights switch on according to the After removing the key from the ignition, in/out of the car at night or in poorly-lit ar- following modes: the roof lights switch on according to the eas, two timed modes have been provided.
  • Page 75 F0R0044m F0R0045m F0R0216m fig. 51 fig. 52 fig. 53 BOOT ROOF LIGHT fig. 51 PUDDLE LIGHTS fig. 52 COURTESY LIGHTS fig. 53 (for versions/markets where provided) (for versions/markets where provided) (for versions/markets where provided) For versions fitted with boot light, it will The roof light A located in the doors Roof lights B by the side of the courtesy turn on automatically when opening the...

  • Page 76: Controls

    CONTROLS HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS fig. 55 They are turned on by pressing switch A, regardless of the position of the ignition key. When the device is on, the switch flashes F0R0305m F0R0047m fig. 54 fig. 55 Î ¥ and warning lights on the clus- ter come on.
  • Page 77 F0R0049m F0R0035m F0R0023m fig. 57 fig. 58 fig. 59 REAR FOG LIGHTS fig. 57 HEATED REAR WINDOW fig. 58 DOOR LOCK fig. 59 (for versions/markets where provided) These lights come on, with the dipped To open: pull opening lever A. headlights on or with the side lights and Press button A to activate.

  • Page 78: Fuel Cut-Off Switch

    FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH Door unlocking in the event of an accident The car is fitted with a safety switch that, If the fuel cut-off switch trips following an in the event of a crash, comes into oper- accident, the doors will be automatically ation by cutting off fuel and turning off the unlocked to allow access to the passenger engine.

  • Page 79: Interior Fittings

    INTERIOR FITTINGS GLOVE COMPARTMENT fig. 61-62 Use the handle A-fig. 61, to open the glove compartment drawer. The drawer opening movement is con- trolled by a suitable device. F0R0104m F0R0078m fig. 61 fig. 63 Inside the drawer there is a space A-fig. 62 to keep documents.
  • Page 80 F0R0053m F0R0055m F0R0057m fig. 64 fig. 66 fig. 68 FRONT ARMREST WITH STORAGE COMPARTMENT (for versions/markets where provided) Certain versions are fitted with an arm- rest A-fig. 67 between the front seats. To use it as an armrest, push it down as shown in fig.
  • Page 81 F0R0058m F0R0060m F0R0061m fig. 69 fig. 71 fig. 72 CARD HOLDER – CD HOLDER CIGAR LIGHTER – fig. 72 fig. 71 (for versions/markets where provided) The central tunnel features slots for tele- This is located on the central tunnel in phone cards, CDs, magnetic cards or mo- front of the handbrake.
  • Page 82 F0R0062m F0R0064m F0R0065m fig. 73 fig. 75 fig. 76 SUN VISORS – fig. 75 DOCUMENT HOLDER POCKET (for versions/markets where provided) They are located at the sides of the inte- rior rear view mirror. They can be ad- On certain versions a map pocket is locat- justed forwards and sideways.

  • Page 83: Doors

    DOORS DOOR CENTRAL LOCKING/UNLOCKING Locking from the outside With the doors closed, press the button Á on the remote control fig. 77 or insert and turn the metal insert in the driver’s F0R0066m F0R0000m fig. 77 fig. 79 side door lock clockwise fig. 78 (coun- terclockwise on the passenger door ).

  • Page 84: Electric Windows

    ELECTRIC WINDOWS The driver’s door armrest features two fig. 82 or five (for versions/markets where provided) fig. 81 switches that with key at MAR control: A opening/closing of the left front window; B opening/closing of the right front F0R0068m F0R0200m fig.
  • Page 85 The continuous operation of the window is activated by pressing a switch for more than half a second. The window will stop when it is fully opened or closed, or when the button is pressed again. IMPORTANT With the ignition key at STOP or removed, the power windows remain activated for about 2 minutes and are deactivated as soon a door is opened.
  • Page 86 Electric window system WARNING initialisation Improper use of the electric windows can be dangerous. The system must be re-initialised after dis- Before and during operation, always connecting the battery or if the relevant check that no-one is exposed to the protection fuse is blown.

  • Page 87: Boot

    LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT Putting additional objects on- to the parcel shelf or tailgate (speakers, spoiler, etc.), ex- cept when approved by the F0R0071m F0R0239m fig. 86 fig. 87 manufacturer, can affect the correct operation of the side gas shock ab- sorbers of the tailgate itself. OPENING THE TAILGATE WARNING When travelling, do not put...
  • Page 88 CLOSING THE TAILGATE To close the tailgate, lower it onto the lock until you hear it click. F0R0075m F0R0076m fig. 90 fig. 91 EXTENDING THE BOOT Extending the boot on the right side makes it possible to carry two passengers on the left part of the rear seat.
  • Page 89 WARNING Make sure the backrest is properly secured at both sides to prevent it moving forward in the event of sharp braking, causing in- juries to passengers. F0R0077m F0R0078m fig. 92 fig. 93 Maximum extension – fig. 92 Repositioning the rear seat – fig. 93 Tilting the rear seat completely forwards Lift the backrests and push them back un- allows maximum loading volume.

  • Page 90: Bonnet

    BONNET OPENING Proceed as follows: ❒ pull the lever fig. 94 in the direction of the arrow; ❒ pull the lever A-fig. 95 as shown in the diagram; F0R0080m F0R0081m fig. 94 fig. 96 ❒ lift the bonnet and at the same time re- lease the support rod D-fig.

  • Page 91: Roof Rack/Ski Rack

    ROOF RACK/SKI RACK WARNING The bonnet must always be The front attachments are located at perfectly closed while trav- points A-fig. 98. elling for safety reasons. Therefore, always check that the hood has been The front attachments are located at correctly closed and that the lock has points B.

  • Page 92: Headlights

    HEADLIGHTS FOG LIGHT AIMING (for versions/markets where provided) Contact a Fiat Dealership to have the head- LIGHT BEAM AIMING lights checked and adjusted. The correct direction of the headlights is essential for the comfort and safety of the ADJUSTING THE HEADLIGHTS driver and other road users.

  • Page 93: Abs System

    ABS SYSTEM MECHANICAL BRAKE ASSIST WARNING (emergency braking assistance) The ABS gets the most out (for versions/markets where provided) This system, which is an integral part of the of the available grip, but it braking system, prevents one or more This system, which cannot be deactivated, cannot increase it;...

  • Page 94: Esp System

    Drive carefully to the The ESP system is therefore particularly In this case, the braking system will still be nearest Fiat Dealership to have the system useful when road surface grip changes. effective, although without the extra ca- checked.
  • Page 95 5%, engine the ASR OFF button will also light up. For the correct operation of running, clutch and brake pedal pressed Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as pos- the ESP and ASR systems, and reverse engaged. sible if this happens.
  • Page 96 ASR SYSTEM (Antislip Regulator) WARNING This system controls car traction and For the correct operation of intervenes automatically every time one the ESP and ASR systems, or both driving wheels slip. the tyres must be the same make and type on all wheels, in perfect condi- Depending on the slipping conditions, two tion and, above all, of the type, make different control systems are activated:...

  • Page 97: Eobd System

    (see multifunction display for versions/ chapter “Warning lights and messages”). markets where provided), contact a In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as Fiat Dealership as soon as possible. The soon as possible. operation of the warning light U may be checked by the traffic control au- thorities using specific devices.

  • Page 98: Parking Sensors

    PARKING SENSORS Detection distances Central operating range 150 cm (for versions/markets where provided) Side operating range 60 cm Parking sensors are located in the rear If several obstacles are detected by the sen- bumper fig. 101 and their function is to sors, only the nearest one is considered.
  • Page 99 OPERATION WITH TRAILER GENERAL WARNINGS WARNING ❒ When parking, watch out for obstacles Sensor operation is automatically deacti- Parking manoeuvres however vated when the trailer’s electric cable plug that may be above or under the sensors. are always the driver’s re- is fitted in the car’s tow hook socket.

  • Page 100: Radio

    The system consists of: SOUND SYSTEM For connection to the cables ❒ sound system power cables; (for versions/markets where provided) provided, contact a Fiat Deal- ❒ front and rear speaker connecting ership to prevent any problem that The system consists of: wires;...

  • Page 101: Installation Of Electrical/ Electronic Devices

    IMPORTANT The use of these devices in- sales service must carry the following label: Fiat Group Automobiles S.p.A. shall not be side the passenger compartment (without liable for damage caused by the installation...

  • Page 102: Refuelling The Car

    REFUELLING THE CAR DIESEL ENGINES For diesel engines, use only diesel fuel for motor vehicles If the outside temperature is very low, in accordance with EN590 the diesel thickens due to the formation PETROL ENGINES European specifications. The of paraffin clots and could clog the diesel Use only unleaded petrol.

  • Page 103: Protecting The Environment

    PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT The following devices are used for reduc- ing petrol fuel engine emissions: ❒ three-way catalytic converter; ❒ oxygen sensors; ❒ evaporation control system. F0M0203m F0R0210m fig. 103 fig. 104 In addition, do not let the engine run, even for a test, with one or more spark plugs FUEL FILLER CAP –...
  • Page 104 SEAT BELTS ................S.B.R. SYSTEM ............... PRETENSIONERS ..............CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY ........PROVISION FOR ISOFIX CHILD SEAT ASSEMBLY ... FRONT AIR BAGS .............. SIDE BAGS ................

  • Page 105: Seat Belts

    SEAT BELTS USING THE SEAT BELTS fig. 1 The belt should be worn keeping the chest straight and rested against the seat back. To fasten the seat belts, hold the tongue A and insert it into the buckle B, until the locking click is heard.

  • Page 106: S.b.r. System

    With digital display, the S.B.R. system can tween the shoulder and the neck. only be reset at a Fiat Dealership. To adjust, move the grip A-fig. 3 of the locking mechanism either up or down and at the same time move the swinging ring B-fig.

  • Page 107: Pretensioners

    LOAD LIMITERS used only once. After it is IMPORTANT To obtain the highest de- triggered, have it replaced at a Fiat To increase passenger safety, the front gree of protection from the action of the Dealership. Consult the label in the...
  • Page 108 F0R0089m F0R0090m F0R0091m fig. 4 fig. 5 fig. 6 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Seat belts must also be worn by expectant WARNING mothers: the risk of injury in the event of FOR USING THE SEAT BELTS For maximum safety, keep an accident is greatly reduced for them the back of your seat upright, The driver must comply with (and have all and the unborn child if they are wearing...
  • Page 109 Always go to a Fiat Dealership. ❒ after a serious accident, replace the belt even if it does not appear damaged. Al- ways replace the belt if the preten- sioners were deployed;...

  • Page 110: Carrying Children Safely

    F warning light on the instru- Lineaccessori Fiat offers child restraint sys- ment panel. The passenger seat must tems for each weight group. These devices also be slid back as far as possible in...
  • Page 111 WARNING The figures are only exam- ples for fitting purposes. In- stall the car seat according to the instructions, which are compulsorily linked to this type of restraint system. Child seats with Isofix attachments are available for safe anchoring to the seat without using the car seat belts.
  • Page 112 WARNING The figures are only exam- ples for fitting purposes. In- stall the car seat according to the instructions, which are compulsorily included with this type of restraint system. F0R0094m F0R0095m fig. 9 fig. 10 GROUP 2 GROUP 3 Children from 15 to 25 kg may use the car For children from 22 kg to 36 kg the size seat belts directly, see fig.
  • Page 113 SUITABILITY OF PASSENGER SEATS FOR CHILD SEAT USE The car complies with the new European Directive 2000/3/EC which governs the arrangement possibilities for child seats on the various seats of the car as shown in the following table: Passenger: Passenger: Passenger Group Weight range...
  • Page 114 Below is a summary of the safety 4) Always check the seat belt is well fas- WARNING tened by pulling on it. rules to be followed when Do not place a cradle seat carrying children: 5) Only one child is to be strapped into facing backwards on the each retaining system;...

  • Page 115: Provision For Isofix Child Seat Assembly

    The upper belt (provided with the child seat) must then be secured to ring B-fig. 13 set behind The Lineaccessori Fiat includes the Uni- WARNING the side rear head restraint, at the child versal Isofix “Duo Plus” child seat and the seat level.
  • Page 116 PASSENGER SEAT SUITABILITY FOR ISOFIX CHILD SEATS The table below, according to European Directive ECE 16, shows the different installation possibilities for Isofix restraint systems on seats fitted with Isofix attachments. Weight group Child seat Class of Rear side position Isofix size Isofix position Group 0 up to 10 kg...

  • Page 117: Front Air Bags

    FRONT AIR BAGS The volume of front air bags at max. in- WARNING flation fills most of the space between the Do not apply stickers or steering wheel and the driver and between The car is provided with front air bags for other objects to the steering the dashboard and the passenger.
  • Page 118 PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAG MANUAL DEACTIVATION fig. 15 OF PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAG AND SIDE BAG This consists of an instantly inflating bag FOR CHEST PROTECTION contained in a special recess in the dash- (for versions/markets where provided) board: this bag has a larger volume than that of the driver’s.

  • Page 119: Side Bags

    SIDE BAGS (for versions/markets where provided) The car is fitted with front side air bags for driver and passenger (for versions/ markets where provided) for protecting the chest and pelvis, and window bags (for versions/markets where provided) for protecting the heads of front and rear passengers.
  • Page 120 Fiat Dealership to have to be used with side bags. the activated devices replaced and to have the system checked.
  • Page 121 Do not drive with flooding, have the air bag system tensioners. For impacts whose inten- your body bent forward. Keep your checked at a Fiat Dealership. sity falls between the two levels, back straight against the backrest. normally, only the pretensioners will be activated.
  • Page 122 STARTING THE ENGINE ..........122 PARKING ................125 USING THE MANUAL GEARBOX ......... 126 FUEL SAVING ............... 127 TOWING TRAILERS ............128 SNOW TYRES ..............131 SNOW CHAINS ..............131 STORING THE CAR ............132...

  • Page 123: Starting The Engine

    ❒ engage the handbrake; the paragraph on “The Fiat CODE system” in the “Dashboard and controls” section. ❒ put the gear lever into neutral; The engine may be noisier during the first ❒...
  • Page 124 60 seconds after starting or during prolonged cranking to indicate a fault to the glow plug heating system. Use the car as normal if the engine starts, but go to a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
  • Page 125 WARMING UP THE ENGINE STOPPING THE ENGINE Never bump start the engine AFTER IT HAS JUST STARTED by pushing, towing or coasting Turn the ignition key to STOP while the (petrol and diesel versions) downhill. This could cause fuel engine is idling. to flow into the catalytic con- Proceed as follows: IMPORTANT After a taxing drive, you...

  • Page 126: Parking

    Always re- IMPORTANT If this is not the case, con- move the ignition key when leaving tact a Fiat Dealership to have the hand- the car and take it with you. brake adjusted. When the handbrake lever is pulled up and the ignition key is at MAR, the instrument panel warning light x will turn on.

  • Page 127: Using The Manual Gearbox

    USING THE MANUAL GEARBOX To engage the gears, press the clutch pedal fully and shift the gear lever into the re- quired position (the diagram is shown on the knob fig. 2-3-4). IMPORTANT The car can only be put into reverse gear when it has stopped moving F0R0154m F0R0169m...

  • Page 128: Fuel Saving

    FUEL SAVING Roof rack/ski rack DRIVING STYLE Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from Starting Here are some useful tips to save fuel and the roof after use. These accessories minimise harmful emissions of CO lower aerodynamic penetration and ad- Do not warm up the engine at low or high other pollutants (nitric oxides, unburnt hy- versely affect consumption levels.

  • Page 129: Towing Trailers

    TOWING TRAILERS Top speed CONDITIONS OF USE Fuel consumption considerably increases Cold starting with speed. Maintain a constant speed, IMPORTANT NOTES avoiding unnecessary braking and acceler- Short journeys and frequent cold starts will For towing caravans or trailers the car ation, which cost in terms of both fuel and prevent the engine from reaching optimal must be fitted with a certified tow hook...
  • Page 130 Respect the speed limits specific to each INSTALLING THE TOW HOOK An electric brake or winch should be country for vehicles towing trailers. In powered directly by the battery through The towing device should be fastened to any case, the top speed must not exceed a cable with a cross-section of no less the body by specialised personnel accord- 100 km/h.
  • Page 131 Assembly diagram fig. 5 The tow hook structure must be fastened in the points shown by Ø using a total of 6 M8 screws and 2 M10 screws. The internal back plates should be at least 6 mm thick. The hook should be fastened to the body avoiding any type of drilling and trimming of the rear bumper that remains visible when the hook is removed.

  • Page 132: Snow Tyres

    The snow chains may be applied only Fiat Dealerships will be happy to provide which states the maximum speed allowed onto the front wheel tyres (drive wheels). advice concerning the most suitable type by the snow tyres (as per EC Directive).

  • Page 133: Storing The Car

    ❒ cover the car with a cloth or perforated STORING THE CAR WARNING plastic sheet. Do not use sheets of non- 205/45 R17 88V tyres cannot perforated plastic as they do not allow If the car is to be left inactive for longer be fitted with snow chains.
  • Page 134 FUEL RESERVE ..............MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS ..........GLOW PLUG HEATING ........... POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD ..........GLOW PLUG HEATING FAILURE ......... LIMITED RANGE ..............WATER IN DIESEL FILTER ..........ASR SYSTEM ................. CAR PROTECTION SYSTEM FAULT – FIAT CODE ..

  • Page 135: General Warnings

    Press MENU ESC to stop the warning some versions), stop the car immedi- cycle in both cases. The instrument panel ately and contact a Fiat Dealership. warning light will stay on until the cause of the malfunction is eliminated.

  • Page 136: Airbag Failure

    On some versions the display shows the If the warning light comes on when dri- cidentally. Contact your Fiat Dealer- dedicated message. ving, proceed as follows: ship immediately to have the system checked before driving off.

  • Page 137: Low Battery Charge

    If the warning light comes on, either con- a Fiat Dealership. stantly or flashing, contact a Fiat Dealer- ship immediately.

  • Page 138: Incomplete Door Locking

    Failure to observe the above may re- ing. The SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) system’s sult in severe damage to the engine buzzer can be disabled only by a Fiat Deal- and invalidate the warranty. Re- ership. On some versions the system may member that when the warning light be reactivated from the setup menu.

  • Page 139: Injection/Eobd System Failure

    Fiat Dealership as soon as pos- the supply/ignition system that could cause sible. excessive exhaust emissions, a possible loss...

  • Page 140: Abs Failure

    IMPORTANT The warning light will flash ing system will work as normal without Glow plug preheating to indicate a system failure. Contact a Fiat the extra performance offered by the ABS Dealership to have the system checked. This warning light comes on when the key system.

  • Page 141: Water In Diesel Filter

    On some versions the display shows the – direction indicators time of the warning lights U and dedicated message. dicates a failure of the Fiat CODE system. – number plate lights. If with the engine running the warning light The failure relating to these lights could...

  • Page 142: Generic Warning

    The warning light (or Contact a Fiat Dealership to have the fail- the symbol on the display) switches on ure fixed as soon as possible.

  • Page 143: Esp System Fault

    If the warning light does not go off or stays ways be suitable to traffic FAILURE on together with the LED on the button conditions, weather conditions and ASR OFF when travelling, contact a Fiat (amber) the driver should always comply with Dealership. (for versions/markets, the Highway Code.

  • Page 144: Sidelights And Dipped Beam Headlights

    SIDE LIGHTS LEFT-HAND CRUISE CONTROL Ü AND DIPPED BEAM DIRECTION (green) HEADLIGHTS (green) INDICATOR (for versions/markets, (green – intermittent) where provided) FOLLOW ME HOME (green) The light comes on when the direction in- Turning the ignition key to MAR the dicator control stalk is moved downwards warning light turns on, but it should go off Sidelights and dipped beam...

  • Page 145: Possible Ice On Road

    POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD ASR SYSTEM (versions with multifunction display) (versions with multifunction display) The ASR system can be turned off by This starts flashing when the outside tem- pressing the button ASR OFF. perature reaches or falls below 3°C to warn the driver of the possible presence The display will show a specific message of ice on the road.
  • Page 146 In an emergency we recommend that you call the free-phone number found on the Warranty Booklet. You can also go to the www.fiat.com website to find your nearest Fiat Dealership. STARTING THE ENGINE ..........REPLACING A WHEEL ............QUICK TYRE REPAIR KIT FIX&GO Automatic ..

  • Page 147: Starting The Engine

    This procedure must be per- If after a few attempts the engine does not formed by qualified person- start, do not keep trying but contact a Fiat nel as incorrect actions may cause Dealership. high-intensity electrical discharge. Fur-...

  • Page 148: Replacing A Wheel

    CHANGING A WHEEL BUMP STARTING WARNING Never bump start the engine by pushing, The spare wheel provided is towing or driving downhill. This could specific for your vehicle. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS cause a flow of fuel into the catalytic con- Therefore, it must not be used on dif- Wheel changing and correct use of the verter and damage it beyond repair.
  • Page 149 Please note that: WARNING WARNING ❒ the jack weighs 1.76 kg; The jack provided is only in- Incorrect hub cap assembly tended to be used for replac- may cause it to come off ❒ the jack requires no adjustment; ing tyres on the vehicle with which it is when the car is moving.
  • Page 150 ❒ unscrew the locking device A-fig. 2; To change a wheel proceed as follows: ❒ take out the toolbox C and bring it to ❒ stop the car in a position so that it is the wheel to be replaced; not a danger for on-coming traffic and ❒...
  • Page 151 F0R0108m fig. 3 ❒ loosen the fixing bolts by about one turn with the wrench provided E-fig. 3; in the case of alloy wheel rims, shake the car to make it easier to separate the F0R0155m fig. 4 rim from the wheel hub; ❒...
  • Page 152 REFITTING THE STANDARD WHEEL Following the procedure described previ- ously, raise the car and remove the spare wheel. F0R0156m F0R0157m fig. 5 fig. 6 ❒ for versions with wheel caps, remove the ❒ fit the wheel cap by aligning the cres- cap after unscrewing the three fastening cent hole with the bolt you have fitted bolts and finally unscrew the fourth bolt...
  • Page 153 Versions with steel rims Versions with alloy rims When you have finished ❒ stow the spare wheel in the space pro- Proceed as follows: Proceed as follows: vided in the boot; ❒ make sure the contact surfaces be- ❒ place the wheel on the hub and tighten ❒...

  • Page 154: Quick Tyre Repair Kit Fix&Go Automatic

    QUICK TYRE REPAIR KIT FIX&GO Automatic The Fix&Go Automatic quick tyre repair kit is placed in the boot under the mat. The kit fig. 7 includes: ❒ a bottle A with the sealer and fitted with: F0R0158m F0R0159m fig. 7 fig.
  • Page 155 IMPORTANT INFORMATION: WARNING Replace the bottle containing out-of-date sealant fluid. Dis- The sealing fluid of the quick tyre repair The cylinder contains ethyl- pose of the bottle and the kit is effective with external temperatures ene glycol. Contains latex: sealant liquid properly. Have between −20°C and +50°C.
  • Page 156 A-fig. 9 and fasten the ring nut B able sealing. Contact a Fiat Dealership; onto the tyre valve;...
  • Page 157 If the pressure falls below 1.8 bar, do not drive any further: the quick tyre repair kit Fix & Go au- tomatic cannot guarantee proper hold because the tyre is too damaged. Go to a Fiat Dealership. F0R0110m F0R0111m fig. 12 fig. 13 ❒...

  • Page 158: Changing A Bulb

    CHANGING A BULB Halogen bulbs must be handled by holding the metallic part only. Touching the transparent GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS part of the bulb with your fin- ❒ When a light is not working, check that gers may reduce the intensity of the light the corresponding fuse is intact before emitted and even compromise the life of changing a bulb.
  • Page 159 TYPES OF BULBS WARNING Various types of bulbs are fitted to your car: Halogen bulbs contain pres- surised gas; in the case of Glass bulbs: clipped into position. Pull breakage they may burst. to remove. Bayonet-type bulbs: to remove from its holder, press the bulb in and turn it counterclockwise.
  • Page 160 Bulbs Figure ref. Type Power Main beam headlamps H1U55W Dipped headlamps H755W Front side lights Front fog lights (for versions/markets where available) – H1U55W Front direction indicators PY21W Side direction indicators WY5W Rear direction indicators Y21W Rear side lights Brake lights P21W Third brake light (additional brake light) Reverse lights...

  • Page 161: Replacing Exterior Bulbs

    REPLACING EXTERIOR BULBS For the type of bulb and power rating, see “Changing a bulb”. F0R0220m F0R0221m fig. 16 fig. 17 FRONT LIGHT CLUSTERS fig. 16 SIDE LIGHTS fig. 17 The front light clusters contain side lights, To change the bulb, proceed as follows: dipped beam, main beam and direction in- ❒...
  • Page 162 F0R0222m F0R0223m F0R0224m fig. 18 fig. 19 fig. 19/a DIPPED BEAM HEADLIGHTS MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS fig. 19 DIRECTION INDICATORS fig. 18 To change the bulb, proceed as follows: Front fig. 19/a To change the bulb, proceed as follows: ❒ remove the snap-on guard; To change the bulb, proceed as follows: ❒...
  • Page 163 (for versions/markets, where provided) onet fitting), then replace it; Rear light clusters contain side lights, Contact a Fiat Dealership to have bulbs ❒ refit the bulb holder cover C by turn- brake lights, direction indicators, revers- for the front fog lights A-fig. 21 replaced.
  • Page 164 F0R0229m F0R0230m fig. 23/b fig. 24 To change the bulb proceed as follows: ❒ open the tailgate, then loosen the two fastening screws G; ❒ disconnect the central electrical connector and pull the lens unit outwards; ❒ loosen the clips F and remove the bulb holder; ❒...
  • Page 165 F0R0252m F0R0253m F0R0124m fig. 25 fig. 26 fig. 28 NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS THIRD BRAKE LIGHTS fig. 27-28 To replace the bulbs proceed as follows: To change the bulb proceed as follows: ❒ open the tailgate; ❒ manipulate the point shown by the arrow ❒...

  • Page 166: Replacing Interior Bulbs

    REPLACING INTERIOR BULBS For the type of bulb and relevant power rating, see “Changing a bulb”. FRONT ROOF LIGHT Proceed as follows to replace the bulbs: F0R0115m F0R0116m fig. 29 fig. 31 ❒ manipulate the points shown by the arrows and remove the roof light A-fig.
  • Page 167 F0R0233m F0R0234m F0R0120m fig. 33 fig. 34 fig. 35 COURTESY MIRROR LIGHT LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT PUDDLE LIGHTS fig. 35-36 fig. 33 LIGHT fig. 34 (for versions/markets, where provided) To change the bulb proceed as follows: To change the bulb, proceed as follows: To change the bulb, proceed as follows: ❒...
  • Page 168 F0R0121m F0R0303m F0R0304m fig. 36 fig. 37 fig. 38 ❒ replace the bulb B-fig. 38 by releasing GLOVE BOX LIGHT, fig. 37-38 ❒ press the bulb shield sides B-fig. 36 at it from the side contacts and making (for versions/markets where provided) the position of the two fastening pins and sure that the new bulb is correctly turn it;...

  • Page 169: Replacing Fuses

    (air bag WARNING another of greater amper- system, braking system), power unit If the same fuse blows again, age; FIRE HAZARD. systems (engine system, transmission contact a Fiat Dealership. system) or steering system blows, con- tact a Fiat Dealership.
  • Page 170 ACCESSING THE FUSES Dashboard fuse box fig. 41 The fuses are grouped in three units on To access the dashboard fuse box, loosen the dashboard, in the engine compartment the screws A-fig. 40 and remove the cover. and on the positive battery terminal. F0R0125m fig.
  • Page 171 Engine compartment fuse box If you need to wash the en- fig. 43 gine compartment, take care not to directly aim for the en- To access the fuse box located next to the gine compartment fuse box battery, remove the protective cover with the jet of water.
  • Page 172 FUSE SUMMARY TABLE Dashboard fuse box fig. 41 USERS FUSE AMPS Right dipped beam headlight Left dipped beam headlight, headlight alignment corrector INT/A for relay coils (T08, T17) in engine compartment fuse box and body computer node Heated seats Electric windows control unit (left rear window motor) Electric windows control unit (right rear window motor) +15 reversing lights, NC brake lights control, flow meter, glow plug preheating unit, water in diesel fuel sensor,speedometer generator...
  • Page 173 USERS FUSE AMPS Cigar lighter or power socket Boot lock actuator Electric window unit (driver’s side front window motor) Electric window unit (passenger’s side front window motor) +15 control lighting: radio on steering wheel, control panels, electric mirrors, window control unit, chromic mirror and rain sensor +15 cruise control, provision for radio, provision for Blue&Me parking sensors, climate control system node Electric window unit, driver’s seat adjustment motor...
  • Page 174 Engine compartment fuse box fig. 43 USERS FUSE AMPS Horn Right main beam headlight Left main beam headlight Air conditioning compressor Fuel pump Windscreen wiper motor Free Fog lights...

  • Page 175: Battery Recharging

    This with your skin and eyes. The battery tery terminals, observing the polarity; operation should be performed at a Fiat should be charged in a well ventilated Dealership. ❒ turn on the battery charger;...

  • Page 176: Raising The Car

    The tow hook provided with the car is If the car needs to be jacked up, go to housed in the tool box under the luggage a Fiat Dealership which is equipped with compartment carpet. shop jacks and jack arms.
  • Page 177 ATTACHING THE TOW HOOK WARNING fig. 46-47 Clean the threaded housing Proceed as follows: carefully before fastening the ❒ release the cap A; hook. Make sure that the hook is se- curely fastened before towing the car. ❒ take the tow hook B from its support; ❒...
  • Page 178 SCHEDULED SERVICING ..........SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN ........PERIODIC CHECKS ............HEAVY-DUTY USE OF THE CAR ........CHECKING FLUID LEVELS ..........AIR CLEANER ..............POLLEN FILTER ..............BATTERY ................WHEELS AND TYRES ............RUBBER HOSES ..............WINDSCREEN WIPER ............BODYWORK ............... INTERIORS ................

  • Page 179: Scheduled Servicing

    Scheduled Servicing can be carried out If the car is used frequently for towing a by any Fiat Dealership, at pre-estab- trailer, the interval between services For this reason, Fiat has prepared a se- lished times. should be reduced. ries of checks and maintenance operations to be performed every 30,000 km.

  • Page 180: Scheduled Servicing Plan

    SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN PETROL VERSIONS Service coupons must be performed every 30,000 km Thousands of km ● ● ● ● ● ● Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure, if required Check operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction indicators, hazard warning lights, luggage compartment, passenger ●...
  • Page 181 - adhere strictly to the spark plug replacement intervals detailed in the Scheduled Servicing Plan; - it is advisable to contact a Fiat Dealership If the vehicle is mainly used for town driving or has an annual mileage of less than 10,000 km, the engine oil and fil-...
  • Page 182 DIESEL VERSIONS Service coupons must be performed every 30,000 km Thousands of km ● ● ● ● ● ● Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure, if required Check operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction indicators, hazard warning lights, luggage compartment, passenger ●...
  • Page 183 Thousands of km ● ● ● ● ● ● Check exhaust gas emissions/smokiness ● ● ● ● ● ● Check battery charge status and possibly recharge ● ● ● Replace fuel filter ● ● ● Replace air cleaner cartridge Top-up fluid levels ●...

  • Page 184: Periodic Checks

    Every 3,000 km, check and top up, if re- quired, the engine oil level. ❒ check front disc brake pad conditions and wear; It is recommended to use PETRONAS LUBRICANTS products, designed and produced specifically for Fiat cars (see table “Capacities” in chapter “Technical Specifications”).

  • Page 185: Checking Fluid Levels

    CHECKING FLUID LEVELS WARNING Never smoke while working in the engine compartment: gas and inflammable vapours may be present, with the risk of fire. Be careful!, when topping up take care not to confuse the F0R0243m fig. 1 – 1.4 version various types of fluids: they are all incompatible with one another and could seriously dam-...
  • Page 186 1. Engine oil 2. Engine coolant 3. Windscreen washer fluid 4. Brake fluid 5. Battery 6. Power steering fluid F0R0235m fig. 3 – 1.3 MultiJet version 1. Engine oil 2. Engine coolant 3. Windscreen washer fluid 4. Brake fluid 5. Battery 6.
  • Page 187 The range between the MIN and MAX a routine check, is over the MAX mark, levels corresponds to approximately go to a Fiat Dealership to have the cor- 1 litre of oil. If the oil level is near or even rect level restored.
  • Page 188 If this hap- Use a mixture of water and TUTELA pens, do not under any circumstances PROFESSIONAL SC 35 fluid, in the start the engine and contact a Fiat following concentrations: Used engine oil and the re- Dealership.
  • Page 189 NOTE Carefully clean the reservoir cap WARNING A and the surrounding surface. Do not travel if the wind- For topping-up, always use a funnel with screen washer reservoir is integrated filter with mesh equal to or empty: using the windscreen washer lower than 0.12 mm.
  • Page 190 If contact riod of time, have the system checked accidentally occurs, immediately wash for leaks at a Fiat Dealership. the affected areas with water and a neutral detergent, and then rinse thoroughly with water. Call a doctor immediately if swallowed.

  • Page 191: Air Cleaner

    AIR CLEANER BATTERY The car is fitted with a low-maintenance Have the air cleaner replaced by a Fiat battery: no top-ups with distilled water are Dealership. needed in standard conditions of use. POLLEN FILTER CHECKING THE CHARGE CONDITIONS fig. 13...
  • Page 192 Always wear appropriate cause severe damage to your goggles when working on or car. Go to a Fiat Dealership if near the battery. you want to install accessories (alarms, mobile phone, etc.): they will suggest the most suitable devices and advise you whether a higher capacity battery needs to be installed.
  • Page 193 Fiat Dealer- maining on inside the passenger com- ship whose skilled personnel, in addition 40 Ah 24 mA partment;...

  • Page 194: Wheels And Tyres

    ❒ check the tyres regularly for cuts on the C high pressure: tread particularly worn sides, swelling or irregular tread wear. in the centre. Contact a Fiat Dealership if required; The tyres must be replaced when the ❒ avoid overloading the car when travel- WARNING tread is less than 1.6 mm thick.

  • Page 195: Rubber Hoses

    RUBBER HOSES WINDSCREEN WIPER WARNING If the pressure is too low, the As far as the brake system and rubber fuel tyre will overheat and could BLADES hoses are concerned, follow the “Sched- be seriously damaged. uled Servicing Plan” in this chapter carefully. Regularly clean the rubber part using appropriate products;...
  • Page 196 Replacing the windscreen wiper blades – fig. 15 How to remove the blade: ❒ raise the windscreen wiper arm A; ❒ rotate blade B 90° around pin C, located at the end of the wiper arm; ❒ press the blade locking tabs; ❒...

  • Page 197: Bodywork

    ❒ use of “open” boxed sections to prevent raised by other vehicles. condensation and pockets of moisture On your car, Fiat has implemented the which could help to form rust inside. best technological solutions to effectively protect the bodywork against corrosion.
  • Page 198 ADVICE FOR PRESERVING To wash the car correctly, proceed as Dry the less visible parts with special follows: care, such as the door frames, bonnet THE BODYWORK and the headlight frames, where water ❒ wash the body using a low pressure jet may stagnate more easily.
  • Page 199 Glasses Engine compartment Front headlights To clean glasses, use specific cleaning Wash the engine compartment thor- IMPORTANT Never use aromatic sub- products. oughly at the end of every winter. Be care- stances (e.g. petrol) or ketenes (e.g. ace- ful not to direct the jet of water onto tone) for cleaning the plastic lenses of the Also use clean cloths to avoid scratching electronic control units.

  • Page 200: Interiors

    INTERIORS SEATS AND FABRIC PARTS PLASTIC PARTS Remove dust with a soft brush or a vac- It is advisable to clean interior parts with Periodically check that water is not uum cleaner. It is advisable to use a moist a moist cloth and a solution of water and trapped under the mats (due to water brush on velvet upholstery.
  • Page 201 GENUINE LEATHER STEERING If special window cleaning products acci- dentally drip onto the steering wheel or WHEEL/GEAR LEVER KNOB gear lever knob, wipe away immediately These components must be cleaned with and then wash the affected area with mild mild soap and water only. soap and water.
  • Page 202 IDENTIFICATION DATA ..........ENGINE CODES – BODYWORK VERSIONS ..... ENGINE .................. POWER SUPPLY ..............TRANSMISSION ..............BRAKES .................. SUSPENSION ................ STEERING ................WHEELS ................. DIMENSIONS ............... PERFORMANCE ..............WEIGHTS ................CAPACITIES ................FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ..........FUEL CONSUMPTION ............EMISSIONS ..............

  • Page 203: Identification Data

    IDENTIFICATION DATA H Maximum allowed weight on second axle (rear). It is advisable to take note of the identifi- Engine type. cation codes. The following identification L Bodywork version code. codes are printed and shown on the plates: M Spare part number. ❒...
  • Page 204 This plate is applied to the tailgate and shows the following data: ❒ car model (ZFA 323000); A Paint manufacturer. ❒ the chassis progressive number. B Colour name. C Fiat colour code. D Paint respray and touch-up code.

  • Page 205: Engine Codes - Bodywork Versions

    ENGINE CODES – BODYWORK VERSIONS Versions Engine code Body versions 350A1000 323AXA1A 00 (❍) 323AXA1A 00B (❏) 1.4 T-JET 198A4000 323AXC1A03 (❍) 1.3 Multijet 199A3000 323AXB1A 01 (❍) 1.6 Multijet 198A3000 323AXF1A 06 (❍) 323AXF1A 06B (❏) (❍) Euro 4 versions (❏) Euro 5 versions...

  • Page 206: Engine

    ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION 1.4 T-JET 1.3 MultiJet 1.6 MultiJet Engine code 350A1000 199A3000 198A4000 198A3000 Otto Diesel Cycle Otto Diesel 4 in line 4 in line 4 in line 4 in line Number and arrangement of cylinders 72 × 84 69.6 ×...

  • Page 207: Power Supply

    POWER SUPPLY 1.4 T-JET 1.3 MultiJet – 1.6 MultiJet Electronic injection Common Rail MultiJet direct injection Power supply Multipoint electronic injection Sequential Multipoint phased, electronically controlled with turbocharger and intercooler WARNING Modifications or repairs to the fuel supply system that are not carried out properly or do not take the system technical specifications into account can cause malfunctions leading to fire risk.

  • Page 208: Transmission

    TRANSMISSION 1.4 – 1.4 T-JET – 1.3 MultiJet 1.6 MultiJet Gearbox Six forward gears plus reverse with synchronisers Five forward gears plus reverse with synchronisers for forward gears for forward gear engagement Self-adjusting pedal without idle stroke Clutch Self-adjusting pedal without idle stroke Drive Front Front...

  • Page 209: Suspension

    SUSPENSION 1.4 – 1.4 T-JET – 1.3 MultiJet – 1.6 MultiJet with independent MacPherson type wheels Front twisting axle with interconnected wheels Rear STEERING 1.4 – 1.4 T-JET – 1.3 MultiJet – 1.6 MultiJet Type rack and pinion with hydraulic power steering Turning circle (kerb to kerb) 10.5 (❏)/11 (Δ) (❏) With 15”...

  • Page 210: Wheels

    WHEELS Maximum speed index Q = up to 160 km/h. RIMS AND TYRES R = up to 170 km/h. Pressed steel or alloy rims. Tubeless radial S = up to 180 km/h. carcass tyres. The vehicle registration doc- T = up to 190 km/h. ument also lists all type-approved tyres.
  • Page 211 Load rating (capacity) READING RIM MARKINGS fig. 4 70 = 335 kg 81 = 462 kg Example: 6J x 15 ET44 71 = 345 kg 82 = 475 kg = rim width in inches 1. 72 = 355 kg 83 = 487 kg = rim drop centre outline (side projection where the tyre bead 73 = 365 kg...
  • Page 212 Version Rims Tyres provided Spare wheel (for versions/markets, where provided) Tyre 6J X 15” – ET 44 185/65 R15 88T 185/65 R15 88T 6J X 15” – ET 44 6J X 15” – ET 44 195/60 R15 88H (❏) 195/60 R15 88H 6J X 15”...
  • Page 213 COLD TYRE PRESSURE (bar) Tyre Medium load Full load Front Rear Front Rear 185/65 R15 88T 195/60 R15 88H 195/55 R16 87H 205/45 R17 88V Add +0.3 bar to the prescribed pressure when the tyres are warm. However, recheck that the value is correct with the tyre cold. With snow tyres, add +0.2 bar to the inflation pressure value prescribed for standard tyres.

  • Page 214: Dimensions

    DIMENSIONS Dimensions are expressed in mm and re- fer to the car equipped with the tyres supplied. Height is measured with the vehicle unladen. LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT VOLUME Capacity with vehicle unladen (VDA standards) ......500 dm Capacity with rear seat and backrest folded over ....

  • Page 215: Performance

    PERFORMANCE Maximum speeds after initial car use, in km/h. 1.4 T-JET 1.3 MultiJet 1.6 MultiJet...

  • Page 216: Weights

    WEIGHTS Weights (kg) 1.4 T-JET 1.3 MultiJet 1.6 MultiJet Unladen weight (with all liquids, fuel tank filled to 90% and without 1290 1200 1185 optional equipment): 1160 Payload (*) including the driver: Maximum allowed loads (**) – front axle: 1000 1000 1000 1000...

  • Page 217: Capacities

    CAPACITIES 1.4 T-JET Recommended fuels Multijet Multijet and original lubricants (●) (●) Fuel tank: litres Unleaded petrol with 5 ÷ 7 5 ÷ 7 5 ÷ 7 no less than 95 RON including a reserve of: litres 5 ÷ 7 (EN 228 Specification) ●...

  • Page 218: Fluids And Lubricants

    If this is the case, the best engine performance is guaranteed. We however recommend replacing the lubricant with those recommended by Fiat Dealership. The use of products with characteristics inferior to ACEA C3, for petrol engines, and ACEA C2, for diesel engines, could cause dam-...
  • Page 219 Reference No. F010.B05 transmission Automatic transmission lubricant. Hydraulic power steering TUTELA GI/A Consistency NLGI 1-2. FIAT 9.55550-AG1 classification. Contractual Technical Reference No. F002.B92 Molybdenum disulphide grease for high temperatures. TUTELA ALL STAR Wheel side constant Consistency NLGI 1-2.

  • Page 220: Fuel Consumption

    FUEL CONSUMPTION The procedures below are followed for WARNING The type of route, traffic sit- measuring consumption: uations, weather conditions, driving style, general conditions of the car, trim level/ The fuel consumption figures, given in the ❒ urban cycle: cold starting followed by equipment/accessories, load, climate con- table below, are determined on the basis driving that simulates urban use of the...

  • Page 221: Co 2 Emissions

    EMISSIONS The CO emission levels given in the following table refer to combined consumption. Versions EMISSIONS ACCORDING TO CURRENT EUROPEAN DIRECTIVE (g/km) 1.4 T-JET 1.3 MultiJet ❍ 1.6 MultiJet 131 ( )/134 (❒) ❍ Euro 4 versions (❒) Euro 5 versions...
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  • Page 223 European Directive 2000/53/EC governing vehicles at the end of their life, Fiat is offering all customers the opportunity of handing over their vehicle* at the end of its life without incurring any ad- ditional costs.
  • Page 224 ® In the heart of your engine. ® Always ask your mechanic for...
  • Page 225 Oil change? The experts recommend 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.
  • Page 228 Boot light ..........74 Consumption BS ............92 Brake fluid level ........188 – engine oil ........186 Air cleaner ........... 190 Brakes – fuel ........... 219 Alarm ............ 11 – fluid level ........188 Arm rest ..........79 Control buttons ........75 –...
  • Page 229 – front bulb replacement ....161 iat CODE system ......earbox – rear bulb replacement ....162 – using the manual gearbox ... 126 Fix&Go Automatic ......153 Glove box light........78 – side bulb replacement ....162 Flashing the headlights ....... 66 Glove compartment ......
  • Page 230 Isofix (child seat) ......... 114 Rear fog lights aint ............. 195 – bulb replacement ......162 Jack ............148 Parking ..........125 – control button ......75 Parking sensors ........97 Rear view mirrors ....... 47 ey with remote control ....Passenger compartment air vents ...
  • Page 231 Tyres Servicing and care Starting up and driving ....... 121 – Heavy-duty use of the car ..183 – maintenance ........193 Steering ..........208 – Regular checks ......183 – reading the tyre code ....209 Steering lock ........13 –...
  • Page 232 Windscreen washer – controls .......... 68 – fluid level ........187 Windscreen washer fluid level..187 Windscreen wiper blades ....194 Windscreen wipers – blades ..........194 – controls .......... 68 – nozzles ..........195...
  • Page 233 Fiat Group Automobiles S.p.A. – Parts & Services – Technical Services – Service Engineering Largo Senatore G. Agnelli, 3 – 10040 Volvera – Torino (Italia) Print no. 603.99.178 – 04/2012 – 1 edition...
  • Page 234 ENGLISH 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.

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