Get Knowing Your Car Guide for Fiat 500 C 2 Door Second Generation (2021-2025)

KNOWING YOUR CAR

In-depth knowledge of your new vehicle

starts here.

DASHBOARD .................................

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KEYS .............................................. 10

IGNITION SWITCH.......................... 11

THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM ............... 12

DOORS........................................... 12

SEATS ............................................ 13

HEADRESTS................................... 15

STEERING WHEEL ......................... 16

REAR VIEW MIRRORS.................... 16

EXTERIOR LIGHTS ......................... 17

INTERIOR LIGHTS .......................... 20

WINDOW WASHING....................... 20

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM ........ 23

ELECTRIC WINDOWS .................... 27

ROOF.............................................. 28

SOFT TOP ...................................... 29

LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT........... 33

BONNET......................................... 34

VERSION WITH LPG SYSTEM........ 35

IThe handbook that you are reading

simply and directly explains how it

is made and how it works.

That’s why we advise you to read it

seated comfortably on board, so that

you can see immediately what is

described here for yourself.

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DASHBOARD

The presence, graphics and position of panels, controls, instruments and indicators may vary according to the different

versions.

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A: light/direction indicator stalk – B: audio controls on steering wheel – C: instrument panel – D: headlight alignment corrector –

E: audio controls on steering wheel – F: windscreen wiper/washer and rear window wiper/washer stalk – G: Dualdrive electric

power steering (CITY function) / ECO function – H: Uconnect™ – I: central air vents – L: fog lights/rear fog lights – M:

passenger airbag – N: side air diffusers – O: glove box – P: hazard lights and switch – Q: climate control system controls – R:

right electric window – S: gear lever – T: left electric window U: ASR-OFF button – V: ignition device – W: Cruise Control/Speed

Limiter stalk – X: steering wheel adjustment lever – Z: driver airbag

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Dashboard with Sport steering wheel

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A: light/direction indicator stalk – B: audio controls on steering wheel – C: instrument panel – D: headlight alignment corrector –

E: audio controls on steering wheel – F: windscreen wiper/washer and rear window wiper/washer stalk – G: Dualdrive electric

power steering (CITY function) / ECO function – H: Uconnect™ – I: central air vents – L: fog lights/rear fog lights – M:

passenger airbag – N: side air diffusers – O: glove box – P: hazard lights and switch – Q: climate control system controls – R:

right electric window – S: gear lever – T: left electric window U: ASR-OFF button – V: ignition device – W: Cruise Control/Speed

Limiter stalk – X: steering wheel adjustment lever – Z: driver airbag

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MECHANICAL KEY

KEYS

The metal insert A fig. 4 operates:

the ignition device;

1)

the doors and the tailgate locks (for

versions/markets where provided);

CODE CARD

(for versions/markets, where provided)

the locking/unlocking of the fuel cap.

The car is delivered with two copies

of the ignition key and with the CODE

Card fig. 3 which bears the following:

A: the electronic code;

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B: the mechanical key code to be given

to the Fiat Dealership when ordering

duplicate keys.

Unlocking the doors and the

tailgate

Briefly press button : for unlocking of

doors and tailgate, timed switching-on

of internal lights and double flashing

of direction indicators (for versions/

markets where provided).

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The doors are unlocked automatically if

the fuel cut-off system intervenes.

KEY WITH REMOTE

CONTROL

(for versions/markets, where provided)

Locking the doors and the tailgate

The metal insert A fig. 5 operates:

the ignition device;

Brief press of the button: remote

locking of doors and tailgate,

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the door lock;

switching-off of roof light and single

flashing of direction indicators (for

versions/markets, where provided).

If one or more door are open, the doors

will not be locked. This is indicated by

a rapid flashing of the direction

indicators (for versions/markets, where

provided).

the locking/unlocking of the fuel cap.

Pressing button B fig. 5 allows the

opening/closing of the metal insert.

You should have the electronic code

with you at all times.

IMPORTANT All the keys and the

CODE card must be handed over to the

new owner when selling the car.

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If the luggage compartment is open,

the doors will, however, be locked.

When a speed of over 20 km/h is

reached, the doors will be automatically

locked if the specific function was set

(for versions/markets, where provided)

with the Setup menu.

IGNITION SWITCH

WARNING

2) 3) 4)

The key can be turned to 3 different

positions fig. 6:

1) Used batteries should be disposed of,

as specified by law, in the special

containers, otherwise take them to a Fiat

Dealership, which will deal with their

disposal.

STOP: engine off, key can be

removed, steering column locked.

Some electrical devices (e.g. sound

system, central door locking system,

etc.) can operate.

Opening the tailgate by the remote

control

Press button

to release (open)

the tailgate remotely.

The tailgate opening is indicated by

double flashing of direction indicators.

MAR: driving position. All electric

devices can operate.

AVV: engine starting.

1)

WARNING

1) The electronic components inside the

key may be damaged if the key is

subjected to strong shocks. In order to

ensure complete efficiency of the

electronic devices inside the keys, they

should never be exposed to direct sunlight.

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The ignition device is fitted with a safety

system that requires the ignition key

to be turned back to STOP if the engine

does not start, before the starting

operation can be repeated.

WARNING

1) Press button B fig. 5 only with the key

away from your body, especially your eyes

and from objects which could get

damaged (e.g. your clothes). Do not leave

the key unattended to avoid the button

being accidentally pressed while it is being

handled, e.g. by a child.

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STEERING LOCK

THE FIAT CODE

SYSTEM

DOORS

5)

Engagement: when the key is in

position STOP, remove the key and turn

the steering wheel until it is locked.

Disengagement: move the steering

wheel slightly as you turn the ignition

key to MAR.

6)

2)

This is an electronic engine locking

system which increases protection

against attempted thefts of the car. It is

automatically activated when the

ignition key is removed.

Each time the vehicle is started by

turning the ignition key to MAR, the Fiat

CODE system control unit sends a

recognition code to the Powertrain

Control Module to deactivate the

immobiliser.

OPENING/CLOSING WITH

KEY

To open from outside (driver's side

door): rotate the key to 1 fig. 7 and

pull the handle.

WARNING

2) If the ignition device has been tampered

with (e.g. an attempted theft), have it

checked by a Fiat Dealership before driving

again.

If, during starting, the code has not

been correctly recognised, the

3) Always remove the key when you leave

your car to prevent someone from

accidentally operating the controls.

Remember to engage the handbrake.

Engage first gear if the vehicle is parked

uphill or reverse if the vehicle is parked

downhill. Never leave children unattended

in the vehicle.

warning light switches on in the

instrument panel; on some versions a

symbol is shown on the display instead.

In this case, turn the key to STOP and

then to MAR; if it is still locked, try again

with the other keys that come with the

car. Contact a Fiat Dealership if you

still cannot start the engine.

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On versions with central locking, when

the key is turned, the doors and the

tailgate are simultaneously unlocked.

To lock from outside: with driver's

side door completely closed, turn

the key to position 2 fig. 7.

It is possible to lock the passenger side

door only from inside bringing the

handle to position 2 fig. 8.

4) Never remove the key while the car is

moving. The steering wheel would

automatically lock as soon as you try to

turn it. This holds true for cars being towed

as well.

IMPORTANT Each key has its own

code which must be stored by the

system's control unit. Contact a Fiat

Dealership to have new keys (up to 8)

stored with a code.

5) It is absolutely forbidden to carry out any

after-market operation involving steering

system or steering column modifications

(e.g. installation of anti-theft device) that

could adversely affect performance and

safety, invalidate the warranty and also

result in the car not meeting type-approval

requirements.

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SEATS

WARNING

FRONT SEATS

6) Before opening a door, ensure that you

can do it in conditions of safety. Open

the doors only when the vehicle is

stationary.

7) 8)

3)

Longitudinal adjustment

Lift lever A fig. 9 and push the seat

forwards or backwards: in the driving

position your arms should rest on

the steering wheel rim.

WARNING

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On versions with central locking, when

the key is turned, the doors and the

tailgate are simultaneously locked.

Lock / Unlock from inside: act on the

handles on the door panels fig. 8.

Position 1: the door is unlocked.

Position 2: the door is locked.

On versions with door central locking,

the driver's and passenger's side

handles lock/unlock both doors and

tailgate.

2) Make sure to take the key with you once

a door or the tailgate is locked, to prevent

locking the same key inside the vehicle.

If the key is locked inside, it can only be

retrieved by using the second key

provided.

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IMPORTANT The locked door condition

is indicated by the red symbol A fig. 8

on the interior door handle.

9)

With remote control

Press the button: door locking.

Press the button: door unlocking.

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Backrest angle

adjustment

Reclining the backrest

IMPORTANT Using lever D fig. 12

before locking the seat in its initial

position will cause the initial seat

position to be lost. In this case the

position of the seat must be restored

through lengthwise adjustment lever A

fig. 9.

10)

Turn knob C fig. 10.

4)

To fold the backrest over, adjust lever D

fig. 12 (movement 1) and push the

backrest forwards until it locks

(movement 2).

Then release lever D and, pushing on

the backrest, slide the seat forward

(movement 3).

Passenger side without position

memory

To bring back the seat in its initial

position proceed as follows:

slide the seat backwards pushing on

the backrest to the desired position

(movement 4);

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Height adjustment

adjust lever D fig. 12 (movement 5);

(for versions/markets, where provided)

raise the backrest (movement 6) until

you hear the lock click.

The type of reattachment manoeuvre

has been chosen to guarantee the

safety of the occupant.

If an obstacle is present (e.g. a bag)

and the seat cannot be returned to its

original position, the mechanism

reattaches the seat only positioning the

backrest to ensure that the seat is

correctly attached to its guides.

Operate lever B fig. 11 to lift or lower

the rear part of the cushion to achieve

the most comfortable driving position.

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Driver side and passenger side,

with position memory

(for versions/markets, where provided)

To bring back the seat in its initial

position proceed as follows:

slide the seat backwards pushing on

the backrest, until the seat is locked

(movement 4);

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adjust lever D fig. 12 (movement 5);

raise the backrest (movement 6) until

you hear the lock click.

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HEADRESTS

WARNING

11)

FRONT

7) All adjustments must be made with the

car stationary and engine stopped.

Adjustment

8) If a side bag is fitted, it is dangerous to

use seat covers not available from

Lineaccessori MOPAR_®.

Headrests can be adjusted in height.

Upward adjustment: raise the head

restraint until it clicks into place.

Downward adjustment: press button

A fig. 13 and lower the head restraint.

9) Once you have released the adjustment

lever, always check that the seat is locked

on the guides by trying to move it back and

forth. If the seat is not locked into place, it

may unexpectedly slide and cause the

driver to lose control of the car.

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The particular shape of the head

restraint deliberately interferes with the

correct support of the rear passenger’s

back on the backrest in order to force

them to lift the head restraint for correct

use.

10) Make sure the backrests are properly

secured at both sides to prevent them from

moving forward, in the event of sharp

braking, with possible impact with of the

passengers.

IMPORTANT If the rear seats are used,

always set the head restraints in the

"completely raised" position.

WARNING

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Removal

3) The fabric upholstery of the seats has

been designed to withstand long-term

wear deriving from normal use of the car.

Some precautions are however required.

Avoid prolonged and/or excessive rubbing

against clothing accessories such as

metal buckles and Velcro strips which, by

applying a high pressure on the fabric in

a small area, could cause it to break,

thereby damaging the upholstery.

12)

To remove the rear head restraints,

simultaneously press buttons A fig. 14

and B at the sides of the two supports

and pull them upwards. The rear head

restraints must be lifted out with the

backrest released and tilted toward the

passenger compartment or with the

tailgate open.

REAR

(for versions/markets, where provided)

Adjustment

Upward adjustment (usage

condition): raise the head restraint until

it clicks into place.

4) Before tilting the backrest, remove any

objects on the seat cushion.

Downward adjustment:

simultaneously press the buttons A fig.

14 and B at the sides of the two

supports, and lower the head restraint.

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STEERING WHEEL

REAR VIEW

MIRRORS

WARNING

13) 14)

INTERNAL MIRROR

The steering wheel can be adjusted

vertically.

11) All adjustments must be carried out

only with the car stationary and engine off.

Head restraints must be adjusted so that

the head, rather than the neck, rests on

them. Only in this case they can protect

your head correctly.

The mirror is fitted with a safety device

that causes its release in the event of

a violent impact with the passenger.

Lever A fig. 16 can be used to move

the mirror to two different positions:

normal or antiglare.

To adjust, move lever A fig. 15

downwards to position 2, then adjust

the steering wheel to the most suitable

position and lock it in position by

moving lever A to position 1.

12) To make the best use of the head

restraint's protective action, adjust the

backrest so that you are sitting upright and

keep your head as close as possible to

the head restraint.

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ELECTROCHROMIC

INTERIOR MIRROR

(for versions/markets, where provided)

WARNING

Some versions have an electrochromic

mirror with automatic antiglare function.

There is an ON/OFF button on the

lower part of the mirror for

13) All adjustments must be carried out

only with the car stationary and engine off.

14) It is absolutely forbidden to carry out

any after-market operation involving

steering system or steering column

modifications (e.g. installation of anti-theft

device) that could adversely affect

performance and safety, invalidate the

warranty and also result in the car not

meeting type-approval requirements.

activating/deactivating the

electrochromic function. When the

function is active, a LED on the mirror is

active. When reverse gear is engaged,

the mirror is automatically set for

daytime use

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DOOR MIRRORS

EXTERIOR LIGHTS

15)

Manual adjustment

The door mirror can be adjusted from

outside by exerting a slight pressure on

the four sides of the glass.

Electric adjustment

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Proceed as follows:

select the mirror using selector B fig.

17;

WARNING

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adjust the mirror using the joystick A

fig. 17 in the four directions.

DAYTIME RUNNING

LIGHTS (DRL)

15) As door mirrors are curved, they may

slightly alter the perception of distance.

When driving the mirrors must always be in

position 1fig. 18.

16) 17)

For cars not provided with AUTO

function: With the key in MAR position

and the ring nut turned to O fig. 19

position, the daytime lights switch on

automatically; the other lights and

the internal lighting remain off.

For vehicles with the AUTO function:

the daytime running lights are turned on

automatically by the dusk sensor when

the ring is in the AUTO position.

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Mirror folding

When required (for example when the

mirror causes difficulty in narrow

spaces) it is possible to fold the mirror

by moving it from position 1 (open),

to position 2 (closed) fig. 18.

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DIPPED BEAM

HEADLIGHTS/SIDE

LIGHTS

FLASHING

"FOLLOW ME HOME"

DEVICE

To do this, pull the stalk towards the

steering wheel (unstable position)

fig. 19, regardless of the position of the

ring nut.

This function allows the space

surrounding the car to be lit up for the

set period of time.

With the ignition key turned to MAR,

turn the ring nut to

fig. 19. If dipped

headlights are activated, the daytime

running lights switch off and the side

lights and dipped headlights switch on.

PARKING LIGHTS

Activation

These lights can be turned on with the

starter switch in the STOP position

or with the key removed, by moving the

left stalk ring first to the O position (or

the AUTO position if the vehicle does

not have a dusk sensor) and then

The "Follow Me Home" device is

activated by pulling the stalk fig. 19

towards the steering wheel, in addition

to the stroke end click.

You can activate this function within 2

minutes of turning the engine off. This

function allows turning on lights and

low beams.

It is possible to set the headlights

turning on time by pulling the left lever

towards the steering wheel (unstable

position) one or more times. In this

case, you can choose between 0, 30,

60, 90 and up to a maximum of 210

seconds.

The

warning light switches on in

the instrument panel.

With the selector switch in the AUTO

position, the side lights and the dipped

beam headlights are controlled by

the dusk sensor.

to position

The warning light switches on in

.

MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS

the instrument panel. Repeat the same

operation to switch them off.

With the ring in the

position, push

the stalk forwards towards the

dashboard.

DIRECTION INDICATORS

The

warning light switches on in

Take the stalk fig. 19 to the (stable)

position:

the instrument panel.

For vehicles with the AUTO function:

with the ring in the AUTO position and

the dipped beam headlights on, push

the stalk forwards toward the

dashboard.

When the stalk is pulled towards the

steering wheel again, beyond the end

of travel position, the main beam

headlights deactivate, the dipped beam

headlights reactivate and the

warning light switches off.

upwards (position 1): to activate

the right direction indicator;

Each time the stalk is operated, the

downwards (position 2):

activation of left direction indicator.

warning light

on the instrument

panel switches on. The display shows a

message and the time set for the

"Lane Change" function

function. The

warning light comes

Move the lever upwards or downwards

(unstable position) for less than half a

second and the direction indicator

will flash 3 times to signal a lane

change, then immediately switch off

automatically.

on when the stalk is first operated

and stays on until the function is

automatically deactivated.

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Deactivation

FOG LIGHTS/REAR FOG

LIGHTS

REAR FOG LIGHTS

With the dipped beam headlights on,

turn on the rear fog lights pressing

the button B fig. 21. The warning light

on the instrument panel will come

on.

The function is deactivated by turning

the headlights or the side lights on,

or by pulling the left lever towards the

steering wheel (unstable position)

for more than 2 seconds, or by turning

the ignition device to MAR.

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The fog lights can be activated only

when the dipped beam headlights are

on.

With the dipped beam headlights on,

use the button A fig. 21 to turn on

the front/rear fog lights, as follows:

Press the button again to switch the

lights off.

AUTO FUNCTION

(for versions/markets, where provided)

first press: turns on the fog lights,

warning light on the instrument

panel will turn on;

WARNING

the

Function activation

Turn the left stalk ring A fig. 20 to the

AUTO position.

IMPORTANT The function can only be

activated with the ignition device in

the MAR position.

16) The daytime running lights are an

alternative to the dipped beam headlights

for driving during the daytime in countries

where it is compulsory to have lights on

during the day, and they are also permitted

in those countries where this is not

obligatory.

second press: turns on the rear

fog lights, the

warning light on

the instrument panel will turn on;

third press: front/rear fog lights off.

Function deactivation

17) Daytime running lights cannot replace

dipped beam headlights when driving at

night or through tunnels. The use of

daytime running lights is governed by the

highway code of the country in which

you are driving. Comply with legal

requirements.

To deactivate the function, turn the left

stalk ring A to position

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The temporary fast function lasts as

long as you manually keep the stalk in

that position. The lever returns to

position A when it is released,

automatically stopping the windscreen

wipers.

INTERIOR LIGHTS

WINDOW WASHING

18) 19)

The right stalk controls windscreen and

rear window wiper/washer operation.

FRONT CEILING LIGHT

The lens A fig. 22 can have three

positions:

WINDSCREEN WIPER /

WASHER

WINDSCREEN WIPERS

WITH AUTOMATIC

WIPING

right side pressed: light always on;

left side pressed: light always off;

5) 6)

This operates only with the ignition key

turned to MAR.

The lever has five different positions (4

speed levels) fig. 23:

central position (neutral): the light

switches on and off when the doors are

opened or closed.

The stalk can be put in four different

positions fig. 24:

A - windscreen wiper stationary (0)

B - automatic wiping (AUTO)

A: windscreen wiper off.

C - slow continuous operation (LO)

D - fast continuous operation (HI)

B: intermittent operation.

C: continuous slow operation.

D: continuous fast operation.

E - temporary fast operation

(unstable position).

E: temporary fast operation

(unstable position).

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IMPORTANT Before getting out of the

car, make sure that the switch is in

the central position: ensure that lights

are off with doors closed in order to

avoid running the battery down.

On some versions, the lights switch on

and off only when the front driver side

door is opened or closed.

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7)

When passing directly from position B

to position E, the stalk returns to

position A when it is released.

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“Smart washing” function

AUTOMATIC WIPING

(for versions/markets, where provided)

Pull the stalk towards the steering

wheel (unstable position) to operate the

windscreen washer.

9)

Keep the lever pulled to activate both

the windscreen washer jet and the

windscreen wiper with a single

movement; the latter turns on

automatically if you keep the lever

pulled for more than half a second.

The operation of the windscreen wiper

terminates several strokes after the

stalk is released; a final cleaning stroke

several seconds later completes the

wiping operation.

Activation

The user can choose automatic wiping

by moving the right steering wheel

stalk fig. 24 to the AUTO (B) position.

The activation of the automatic wiping

will be notified to the driver by a single

stroke.

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With the windscreen wiper on,

engaging reverse gear will automatically

turn the rear window wiper on, in

continuous slow operation. Operation

stops when reverse is disengaged.

Sensitivity Adjustment

The rain sensor sensitivity can be

adjusted through the display menu or

on the Uconnect™ 5" or 7” system.

REAR WINDOW WIPER /

WASHER

“Smart washing” function

Inhibition

Pushing the stalk towards the

8)

dashboard (spring-return position) will

activate the rear window washer.

Keep the stalk pressed, with just one

movement, to operate the rear window

washer jet and the rear window wiper

itself; the latter automatically turns on if

you keep the stalk pressed for more

than half a second.

The rear window wiper stops operating

a few strokes after releasing the stalk;

a further "cleaning stroke", after a

few seconds, completes the wiping

operation.

If the starter switch is moved to the

STOP position, leaving the right

steering wheel stalk in the AUTO (B)

position, when the vehicle is next

started (starter switch in the MAR

position), no wiping cycle to prevent

damage to the system if the

windscreen is being washed manually

or if there is ice on it.

This operates only with the ignition key

turned to MAR.

Rear Window Wiper

Turning the knurled ring A fig. 25 from

position O to position

will operate

the rear window wiper as follows:

in intermittent mode when the

windscreen wiper is not operating;

To re-enable the automatic wiping

mode:

in synchronous mode (at half the

speed of the windscreen wiper) when

the windscreen wiper is operating;

Put the right steering wheel stalk in a

position other than AUTO and then

back to the AUTO position;

in continuous mode with reverse

gear engaged and the control active.

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8) Do not use the rear window wiper to

remove layers of snow or ice. In these

conditions, the rear window wiper may be

subjected to excessive stress and the

motor protection, which prevents operation

for a few seconds, may intervene. If

operation is not restored, contact a Fiat

Dealership.

exceed the speed of 5 km/h when

the sensor detects rain.

Deactivation

The user can disable automatic wiping

by moving the right steering wheel

stalk to a position other than AUTO.

9) Make sure the device is switched off if

there is ice on the windscreen.

WARNING

18) If the window needs to be cleaned,

make sure the device is deactivated or the

key is on STOP.

19) Driving with worn windscreen/rear

window wiper blades is a serious hazard,

because visibility is reduced in bad

weather.

WARNING

5) Never use the windscreen wipers to

remove layers of snow or ice from the

windscreen. In such conditions, the wiper

may be subjected to excessive stress

and the motor cut-out switch, which

prevents operation for a few seconds, may

intervene. If operation is not restored,

contact a Fiat Dealership.

6) Do not operate the windscreen wiper

with the blades lifted from the windscreen.

7) Do not activate the rain sensor or the

rear window wiper when washing the car in

an automatic car wash.

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CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

.

2)

10)

.

MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL

(for versions/markets, where provided)

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A - fan knob and climate control system

compressor button.

Press the knob A fig. 26 to turn the

climate control system on and off.

NOTE Optimal cooling/heating of the

passenger compartment may not

be guaranteed together with

Start&Stop. To prioritise the operation

of the climate control system,

deactivate the Start&Stop function.

B - recirculation control / air intake from

outside knob.

C - air distribution knob:

air flow to central and side

dashboard vents to ventilate the

chest and the face in warm

weather;

NOTE To stop the air flow from the

vents, turn the knob to 0.

distribution between feet area

diffusers (warmest air) and

IMPORTANT It is advisable to switch

the air recirculation on whilst queueing

or in tunnels to prevent the introduction

of polluted air. However, it is better

not to use the function for long periods,

particularly if there are many people

on board, to prevent the windows from

misting.

dashboard diffusers (coolest air);

towards the footwell diffusers. Due

to the natural tendency of heat to

spread upwards, this type of

distribution warms the passenger

compartment up as quickly as

possible, providing an immediate

feeling of warmth;

AIR RECIRCULATION

distribution between footwell

diffusers and windscreen/front

side window vents. This type of

distribution achieves effective

heating of the passenger

(knob B fig. 26)

internal air recirculation

air intake from outside

Use air recirculation for maximum

climate control performance.

To demist the windows, set the

compartment and prevents the

windows from misting up;

air flow to the windscreen and

front side window diffusers to

demist or defrost them.

recirculation control to on

.

IMPORTANT In warm-humid weather

conditions, using cold air on the

windscreen may cause external

condensation, which could limit

visibility.

D - heated rear windscreen button.

E - temperature adjustment knob.

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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

(for versions/markets, where provided)

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A - Climate control system

compressor on/off.

air flow to the windscreen and front

side window diffusers to demist

or defrost them.

G - Switching off

H - Internal air recirculation on/off

button

B - Adjustment of temperature

inside the passenger compartment.

air flow to central and side

dashboard vents to ventilate the

chest and the face during the hot

season.

It is advisable to switch the internal air

recirculation on whilst queuing or in

tunnels to prevent the introduction of

polluted air.

LED on button ON = recirculation ON.

LED on button OFF = recirculation OFF.

: increase required temperature to

the HI value (maximum heating).

: increase required temperature to

the LO value (maximum cooling).

air flow to the front seat feet area

diffusers. Due to the natural

tendency of heat to spread

upwards, this type of distribution

warms the passenger

compartment up as quickly as

possible, providing an immediate

feeling of warmth.

C - fan speed adjustment.

When the

or

buttons are pressed,

IMPORTANT It is inadvisable to use

air recirculation when the outside

temperature is low, since the windows

could mist rapidly.

the fan speed, increases or decreases

as shown by the bars on the display

lighting.

D - Button for switching fast front

window demisting/defrosting on

and off.

I - Automatic climate control

system on/off

+

distribution between feet area

diffusers (warmest air) and

dashboard diffusers (coolest

air).

IMPORTANT The function remains

active for approximately 3 minutes after

the coolant temperature exceeds 50°C.

WARNING

+

distribution between footwell

diffusers and windscreen/

front side window vents. This

type of distribution achieves

effective heating of the

2) The system uses R1234yf coolant,

which is compatible with the laws in force

in the countries where the vehicle is sold.

When charging, only use the gas indicated

on the dedicated plate in the engine

compartment . The use of other coolants

affects the efficiency and condition of

the system. The lubricant used for the

compressor is also strictly linked to the

type of cooling gas, please refer to a Fiat

Dealership.

IMPORTANT In warm-humid weather

conditions, using cold air on the

windscreen may cause external

condensation, which could limit

visibility.

passenger compartment and

prevents the windows from

misting up.

E - Passenger compartment air

distribution.

F - Heated rear windscreen on/off

button.

By pressing the buttons, one of the five

possible air flow distribution patterns

can be selected:

IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers on

the inside of the rear window over

the heating filaments to avoid damage.

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ELECTRIC WINDOWS

WARNING

20) 21)

These operate when the ignition key is

turned to MAR and for about two

minutes after turning the key to STOP

or removing it.

The power window control buttons are

located beside the gear lever and

activate fig. 28:

10) Never use R12 or R134a coolant,

which is not compatible with climate

control system components.

20) Improper use of the electric windows

can be dangerous. Before and during

operation, always check that nobody is

exposed to the risk of being injured either

directly by the moving window or through

objects getting caught or hit by it.

21) When leaving the vehicle, always

remove the ignition key to avoid the risk of

injury for people still on board due to

accidental operation of the electric

windows.

A

Opening/closing of the left window.

B Opening/closing of the right

window.

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Hold the button pressed for a few

seconds to wind the window down

automatically or hold it pressed to wind

the window up automatically (with the

key at MAR only).

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Opening

ANTI-PINCH DEVICE

ROOF

The sunroof has an anti-pinch safety

system capable of detecting the

presence of an obstacle whilst the roof

is closing. When this happens, the

system stops and the movement of the

roof is immediately reversed.

Hold button A located near the front

ceiling light pressed fig. 30, to move the

roof to “spoiler” position.

With the roof open in “spoiler” position,

hold button A pressed again to move

the roof to all open position. The roof

will stop in the position reached when

the button is released.

FIXED GLASS SUNROOF

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The roof comprises a wide fixed glass

panel and a manually-operated sun

blind. The blind can be used in the "all

closed" or "all open" positions.

To open the blind, grab the handle,

press the tooth A fig. 29 and move it to

the completely open position.

To close it, grab the handle and move

the blind to the closing position until

tooth A is attached.

INITIALISATION

PROCEDURE

The sunroof must be re-initialised after

disconnecting the battery or if the

relevant protection fuse is blown.

Proceed as follows:

press button B fig. 30 and hold it

down so that the roof closes

completely in stages

after full closing, wait for the sunroof

motor to stop.

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EMERGENCY OPERATION

Closing

If the electrical device for moving the

roof fails, the sun roof can be moved

manually proceeding as described

below:

Press button B fig. 30 from the all open

position: the front glass panel will move

into the “spoiler” position. The roof

will stop in the position reached when

the button is released. Hold button

B pressed again to reach the all closed

position of the roof.

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for manual activation remove the

protective cap A fig. 31 from its housing

which is located on the internal

covering behind the sun blind

SUNROOF

(for versions/markets, where provided)

22)

take the Allen key provided from the

tool box in the boot

11) 12) 13)

To move the sunshade, follow the

instructions in “fixed glass roof”.

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SOFT TOP

WARNING

Suggestions

11) Use the sun roof only at "spoiler"

it is advisable to close the soft top

when the car is parked. The closed soft

top effectively protects the car from

bad weather and from theft;

position if a transverse roof rack is fitted.

12) Do not open the sun roof if there is

snow or ice on it: you may damage it.

13) Be careful not to hit objects on the

storage shelf when you open the tailgate.

it is advisable to put valuables in the

boot and lock the lid even when the

top is closed.

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insert the key provided into housing

SOFT TOP MOVEMENT

B fig. 31 and turn it clockwise to open

the roof or anticlockwise to close the

roof.

23) 24) 25)

14) 15) 16)

WARNING

IMPORTANT The motor may overheat if

the soft top is repeatedly operated

within a short space of time, thus

causing the overheating protection to

inhibit system operation. Wait for a

minute and repeat.

22) When leaving the vehicle, always

remove the key from the ignition switch to

avoid the risk of injury to those still inside

the car due to accidental operation of

the sun roof. Improper use of the roof can

be dangerous. Before and during

operation, always check that no-one is

exposed to the risk of being injured by the

moving sunroof or by objects getting

caught or hit by it.

Opening from roof fully closed

position

Press the button A fig. 32 once to open

the roof automatically to the horizontal

opening position (spoiler position).

If one of the two buttons is pressed

before reaching the spoiler position, the

roof may stop in an intermediate

horizontal opening position.

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Opening roof from spoiler to all

open position

Closing the roof from top fully open

position

From the spoiler position, pressing the

button A fig. 32 once, the roof goes

automatically to the full opening

position (vertical opening) fig. 34.

Press the button B fig. 32 once to

automatically close the roof to spoiler

position (vertical section closing). If one

of the two buttons is pressed before

the spoiler position is reached, the roof

will stop and movement will be

reversed, moving to the initial position

(all open).

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Initial condition: from spoiler

position to top all closed

Opening from top in intermediate

horizontal position

Press the button B fig. 32 in the spoiler

position to bring the roof automatically

to the safety position (approximately

25 cm from fully closed position). If one

of the two buttons is pressed before

the stop position is reached, the soft

top may stop in an intermediate

horizontal open position.

NOTE The roof will not automatically

close completely; keep button B fig. 32

pressed to close the roof completely.

The roof will stop instantly if the button

is released before the all closed position

is reached.

From the horizontal intermediate

position press the button A fig. 32 to

move the roof automatically to the

horizontal all open position (spoiler

position) fig. 33.

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If one of the two buttons is pressed

before the final position is reached, the

soft top will stop and move back to

the initial position (spoiler position).

IMPORTANT The vertical opening will

be inhibited when the tailgate is open.

IMPORTANT If the soft top locks during

its movement, it may lose the position;

in this case, you should carry out a

complete opening / closing cycle.

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Initial condition: from intermediate

position to top all closed

The activation of the heated rear

windscreen, upon request by the user,

is carried out only if the soft top is

completely closed. If the soft top is

closed incorrectly, the heated rear

window will not function and the

corresponding warning light will not turn

on.

The cooled air flow into the

passenger compartment may decrease

if the automatic climate control system

is on and the top is not completely

closed.

Press the button B fig. 32 in the

horizontal intermediate position to bring

the roof automatically to the safety

position (approximately 25 cm from

horizontal all closed position).

Keep the button B fig. 32 pressed to

close the roof completely.

The roof will stop instantly if the button

is released before the all closed position

is reached.

With the soft top open and the car

travelling, the voice recognition system

may not recognise voice commands

because of the background noise: with

the soft top closed and at a high speed,

the voice function for number dialling

may not be recognised.

When the soft top is opened using

the relevant control, if the heated rear

windscreen had been engaged it is

automatically deactivated and the

warning light switches off

IMPORTANT NOTES

INITIALISATION

PROCEDURE

The horizontal and vertical parts of

the soft top can be operated at any

speed lower than 100 and 80 km/h

respectively.

Do not remove ice from the soft top

with a sharp item.

The soft top must be re-initialised after

disconnecting the battery or if the

relevant protection fuse is blown.

Proceed as follows:

To prevent damage, do not use

scrapers or sprays to remove ice from

the heated rear window.

The top can be operated at any

temperature in the range from -18 to

+80 °C.

Do not put objects on the soft top:

they could fall if the it is operated,

causing damage and injury.

before carrying out any other

operation, make sure the engine is on

during the whole initialisation

procedure;

It is recommended to have the

engine running always when opening or

closing the soft top.

It is advisable to cover the soft top

with a protective sheet if the car is

left parked in the open for a long time.

keep the opening button pressed

until the soft top is completely open;

If required, remove the battery with

open or closed soft top, but NOT when

the soft top is moving.

Do not keep the soft top folded for a

long time: this could cause folds and

creases in the fabric.

when the soft top is completely

open, keep the button pressed for at

least 2 seconds;

Do not fix luggage transport devices

to the soft top and do not travel with

objects resting on the open top.

Before moving the soft top, check

that there is enough room to carry

out the operation and that there are no

obstacles or people close to its moving

parts.

keep the closing button pressed

until the soft top is completely closed;

when the soft top is completely

closed, keep the button pressed for at

least 2 seconds.

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25) When leaving the car, always remove

the key from the ignition device to avoid the

risk of injury due to accidental operation

of the soft top: improper use of the roof

can be dangerous. Before and during

operation, always check that no-one is at

risk of being injured by the moving soft top

roof or by objects getting caught and

dragged by it.

When the procedure is terminated, the

soft top will automatically carry out a

complete opening and closing cycle (up

to 25 cm from the completely closed

position) to inform the driver that

FRONT SPOILER

The car is provided with a front spoiler

which can be raised to improve

aerodynamic comfort inside the

passenger compartment.

To lift the spoiler, release the catch by

means of the slider A moving it to

position 2 as shown in fig. 36.

correct operation has been restored.

WIND STOP

WARNING

14) Never open the top in presence of

snow or ice to prevent damage.

15) Do not place objects on the rear

window shelf to prevent damage while the

top is closing.

16) Loads may not be secured on the roof.

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17) Bird droppings and plant resins must

be washed off immediately and thoroughly

as the acid they contain is particularly

aggressive.

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To use the Wind Stop fig. 35:

WASHING/CLEANING THE

TOP

Release the backrest of the rear seat

(single or split).

18) Never use high-pressure washing

systems.

17) 18) 19) 20) 21) 22) 23) 24)

Attach the Wind Stop by inserting

the central part inside the rear screen

guard, with the concave part in the

direction of the occupant, as shown in

the figure fig. 35;

19) When using steam washers or

high-pressure water washers, maintain a

suitable distance and do not exceed a

maximum temperature of 60°C. Damage,

alterations and water infiltration may occur

if the distance is too small and the pressure

is too high.

WARNING

23) Keep hands away from the top

mechanism while opening and closing the

top or if the top stops in a position before

completing the cycle to prevent damage

and injury.

re-position the backrest correctly;

the Wind Stop is locked between

the seat and parcel shelf.

20) If a water jet is used, direct away from

the edges of the fabric and the rear

window frame to prevent water infiltration.

24) Keep children away from the area in

which the top is folding during opening or

closing operations.

21) Never use alcohol, petrol, chemical

products, detergents, stain removers, wax,

solvents and "wash and polish" products.

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22) Rinse immediately to remove soap to

prevent stains and halos. Repeat the

operation if needed.

LUGGAGE

COMPARTMENT

23) Rinse immediately, and repeat this

operation if necessary. If you choose to

waterproof the soft top, strictly follow the

instructions on the package of the

26) 27) 28)

waterproofing product you have selected in

order to obtain optimal results.

ELECTRIC HANDLE

(SOFT TOUCH)

24) The rubber seals on the soft top must

be cleaned exclusively with water. If you

notice that this trim is dry or is sticking,

apply talcum powder or products

The tailgate can be opened at any time

if the doors are unlocked.

To open it, enable the handle, opening

one of the front doors or unlocking

the doors with the remote control or

using the key without remote control.

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Opening the tailgate with soft top

all open

specifically for rubber trim (silicone spray).

Pressing the tailgate opening one-touch

button A fig. 37 to automatically close

the soft top to spoiler position. The

tailgate can be opened in spoiler

position.

Operate the electric handle A fig. 37

to open the tailgate.

To release the lock manually, use the

metal insert of the ignition key.

To release the lock with the remote

29)

control, press button

.

EMERGENCY TAILGATE

OPENING

To close, use the handle located

inside the tailgate.

To open the tailgate from the inside if

the car battery is flat or the electric lock

of the tailgate is faulty, proceed as

follows:

If the tailgate is not shut properly the

dedicated instrument panel or colour

display warning light (where provided)

will switch on.

take out the rear head restraints;

tilt the backrests;

to unlock the tailgate mechanically,

working from the inside of the luggage

compartment, use lever A fig. 38.

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BONNET

30) 31) 32) 33) 34)

OPENING

Proceed as follows:

pull lever A fig. 39 in the direction

indicated by the arrow;

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WARNING

26) Never exceed the maximum allowed

load in the luggage compartment, see

chapter “Technical specifications”. Also

make sure that the objects you place in the

luggage compartment have been properly

secured, to avoid them from being thrown

forward consequent to sudden braking

and injuring your passengers.

30) The bonnet may drop suddenly if the

supporting rod is not positioned correctly.

Only perform these operations when the

car is stationary.

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31) Be careful working inside engine

compartment when the engine is hot to

avoid burning yourself. Do not place your

hands near the engine fan as it may be

activated even when the key is removed.

Wait until the engine has cooled.

move the release lever B in the

direction indicated by the arrow, and

raise the bonnet; locate the safety rod;

27) Be careful not to hit objects on the

storage shelf when you open the tailgate.

Insert the safety rod in the seat A fig.

40 integral to the bonnet.

28) If you are travelling in areas with few

filling stations and you want to transport

fuel in a spare tank, comply with the law by

using only an approved, suitably secured

tank. In the event of a collision the fire

risk is increased all the same.

32) Be very careful not to allow scarves,

neckties and other loose articles of clothing

from touching, even accidentally, any

moving parts. This may cause the clothing

to be pulled into the part, resulting in

serious injury to the wearer.

CLOSING

To close the bonnet, remove the bonnet

stay and put it back in its own locking

device, slowly lower the bonnet to

about 20 cm from the engine

29) Do not drive with the tailgate open as

exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle.

compartment, then let it drop into

position and check that it is completely

closed. If not, repeat the procedure.

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33) For safety reasons, the bonnet must

always be properly closed while the car is

travelling. Make sure that the bonnet is

properly closed and that the lock is

engaged. If you notice when driving that

the bonnet has not been properly locked,

stop immediately and close the bonnet

correctly.

Although the LPG system has

VERSION WITH LPG

SYSTEM

numerous safety features, it is advisable

to proceed as follows every time the

car is not in use for a long period or

moved in an emergency as a result of a

fault or accident:

25)

INTRODUCTION

unscrew the fixing devices A fig. 41,

then remove the cover B;

34) Use both hands to lift the bonnet.

Before lifting, check that the windscreen

wiper arms are not raised from the

windscreen, that the vehicle is stationary

and that the handbrake is engaged.

The "LPG" version of the car features

two fuel systems, one for petrol and

one for LPG. Like the petrol system, the

LPG system is timed, sequential

multipoint type with special injectors.

PASSIVE SAFETY / ACTIVE SAFETY

35) 36)

26) 27)

Passive safety

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The car has the same passive safety

specifications as other versions. In

particular, the tank mountings (located

in the spare wheel housing) have been

designed to exceed the Fiat safety

standards for impact tests.

close the LPG cock by rotating the

knurled ring nut C fig. 42 clockwise;

Active safety

The car has the same active safety

specifications as other versions.

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refit the cover and retighten the

fastening devices.

The liquid, which cannot be

type of gas for which it is designed

(LPG);

compressed, dilates by around 0.25%

for each increase in temperature of

one degree. For this reason a suitable

free gap allowing the increase in volume

of the liquid for all expected

temperature increases is guaranteed

(e.g. car parked in the sunshine in

summer), without compromising tank

integrity.

A safety valve has been fitted to this

end, to automatically limit the refilling of

the tank (during refuelling) to a

maximum level of 80% (liquid) of its

total capacity.

name of tank manufacturer;

LPG TANK

tank commissioning pressure (30

bar);

28)

The car has a (pressurised) tank A fig.

43 for accumulating LPG in a liquid

state. It is ring-shaped and located in

the spare wheel compartment with

suitable protection.

maximum refilling percentage (80%);

tank dimensions;

rated tank capacity in litres;

tank manufacture date (month/year);

tank serial number.

LPG/PETROL SWITCH

37)

29)

LPG tank certification

It is located in the centre tunnel fig. 44

and includes:

The LPG tank is certified in accordance

with the regulations in force.

A petrol/LPG switch.

In Italy, the tank has a life of 10 years

starting from the car registration date. If

the vehicle has been registered in a

country other than Italy, the duration

and the testing/inspection procedures

of the LPG tank can vary depending on

the national laws of that country. In all

case, when the time limit for your

country has expired, go to a Fiat Dealer

to have the tank replaced.

B LPG quantity indicator; 5 LEDs,

four green and one orange to indicate

reserve. The orange LED turns on when

only one green LED is on.

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The LPG in the tank is always in both a

liquid and gaseous state, in physical

balance between the two stages.

C petrol operating mode indicator:

orange LED next to the switch A.

This function is controlled directly by

the LPG control unit.

D LPG operating mode indicator:

green LED next to the switch A. This

function is controlled directly by the

LPG control unit.

The tank identification data are printed

on the tank, under the multivalve unit:

type-approval country identification

and type-approval number;

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If the LPG runs out, the system

automatically switches to petrol: the

orange LED C next to the switch

comes on and the green LED D

indicating LPG operation goes off.

When the car is refuelled with LPG after

a standard start-up on petrol, the fuel

system automatically returns to LPG:

the orange LED C next to the switch

goes off and the green LED D for LPG

operation turns on.

If you specifically wish to run on petrol,

press the switch A on the right-hand

side.

The amber LED C next to the switch

will turn on to indicate that switching

has taken place (the LPG fuel system

has been entirely disabled).

The fuel supply can only be returned to

LPG by operating switch A again,

green LED D next to the switch will turn

on to indicate that switching has taken

place.

In addition, when starting at outside

temperatures below approximately

–10°C, the switching times from petrol

to LPG increase to allow the pressure

regulator/reduction unit to heat up.

30)

WARNING

35) Note that in some countries (including

Italy) there are legal restrictions in force

for parking/garaging motor vehicles fuelled

by gas that is denser than air; LPG comes

under this category.

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36) If gas is smelt, switch from LPG

operation to petrol operation and

immediately go to a Fiat Dealership to have

the vehicle checked and possible system

faults excluded.

IMPORTANT If the ignition key is turned

to MAR, all the device LEDs will stay

on for approximately 4 seconds (check

function).

Engine starting always occurs on petrol;

then, depending on the position of the

switch A fig. 44 the following occurs:

37) Do not switch between the two

operating modes whilst starting the engine.

38) The LPG supply system is equipped

with a "consumption" function linked to the

LED display of LPG level on the switch;

this function activates only after a

consistent variation in fuel level has been

detected. It is therefore advisable to fill

up with fuel at the first LPG refuelling

to obtain a more "precise" indication of the

level.

the switch A pressed on the right

side (identified by the symbol)

indicates petrol operation with

activation of the associated amber LED

C;

switch A pressed on the left side

(identified by the symbol G) indicates

LPG operation with activation of the

associated green LED D.

Five LEDs B (one amber and four

green) on the top part of the switch

display the amount of LPG in the

cylinders.

IMPORTANT If switching takes place

during acceleration or pick-up, there

may be a brief drop in power.

38)

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28) Periodically (at least once every six

months), it is advisable to let the LPG in the

tank run out and, at the next refuelling,

check that it does not exceed the

WARNING

maximum capacity of 30.5 litres (reserve

included) (with a tolerance of 2 litres

excess) (see instructions in the "Capacities"

paragraph). If the level is above 30.5 litres

(reserve included) contact a Fiat Dealership

immediately.

25) The system operates at temperatures

ranging between −20°C and 100°C.

26) The car is equipped with a gaseous

LPG injection system designed specifically

for it: it is therefore absolutely forbidden

to alter the configuration of the system or

its components. The use of other

components or materials could cause

malfunctions and lead to a reduction in

safety; therefore, in the case of problems,

contact a Fiat Dealership. To prevent

damage to the gas system parts when

towing or raising the vehicle, follow the

instructions in the "Towing the vehicle"

paragraph of the Owner Handbook.

29) In particular usage conditions, such as

starting and operation at low ambient

temperature or LPG supply with low

propane content, the system may switch

temporarily to petrol operation, without

a visual indication of switching on the

selector. If the level of LPG in the tank is

low or there is a request for high

performance (e.g. overtaking, car fully

laden, steep hills): the system can

27) When painting in an oven, the LPG

tank must be removed from the car and

later refitted by a Fiat Dealership. Although

the LPG system has numerous safety

features, it is advisable to proceed

as follows every time the vehicle is not in

use for a long period or moved in an

emergency as a result of a breakdown or

accident: unscrew the fastening devices A

fig. 41, then remove the cover B. Close

the LPG cock rotating the ring nut C

clockwise fig. 42; refit the cover and tighten

the fixing devices.

automatically switch to petrol operation to

guarantee the required engine

performance; in this event, the performed

switching is shown by the orange (petrol)

LED lit and the green (LPG) LED off on the

switch. When the above conditions stop,

the system automatically restores the LPG

operation; the orange (petrol) LED turns

off and the green (LPG) LED is lit on the

switch. To achieve the automatic switching

described above, make sure that there is

always enough fuel in the petrol tank.

30) It is strictly forbidden to use any

additive in the LPG.

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