Eobd System - Fiat Ducato Owner's Manual

EOBD SYSTEM

DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
The EOBD system (European On Board Diagnosis) allows
continuous diagnosis of emission-related components on
the vehicle.
It also alerts the driver, by turning on the
SAFETY
on the instrument panel (together with a relevant message
in the multifunction display, for versions/markets where
provided) (see "Warning lights and messages" section),
STARTING
when these components are no longer in peak condition.
AND DRIVING
The goal of the system is to:
❒ keep the system efficiency under control;
WARNING LIGHTS
❒ warn about increased emissions due to a vehicle mal-
AND MESSAGES
function;
❒ warn of the need to replace non-performing compo-
nents.
IN AN EMERGENCY
The system also has a connector that can be interfaced
with appropriate equipment, which makes it possible to
read the error codes stored in the control unit, together
MAINTENANCE
with a series of specific parameters for engine operation
AND CARE
and diagnosis. This check can also be carried out by traffic
police.
IMPORTANT After eliminating the problem, to check
TECHNICAL
the system completely, Fiat Dealerships run a bench test
SPECIFICATIONS
and, if necessary, road tests which may also call for a long
journey.
INDEX
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on constantly or flashing (along with a message in
the multidirection display, for versions/markets where
provided) contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as pos-
U
warning light
sible. The operation of the U warning light may be
checked by the traffic authorities using specific de-
vices. Respect the regulations in force in the coun-
try where you are driving.
If, when the ignition key is turned to the
MAR position, the U warning light either
does not come on or, when driving, it comes