The reservoir must be topped-up
without delay. Seek the assistance of a
Fiat Dealership.
ENGINE EXHAUST
WARNING
(where provided)
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31) Fuel grades other than those listed
in the "Fuel" chapter could damage
the catalytic converter or electronic
components. Unburnt petrol will overheat
and damage the catalytic converter.
Therefore avoid excessive use of the
starter, running the fuel tank dry and
starting the engine by pushing or towing.
Catalytic converter
EXHAUST FILTER
The catalytic converter reduces the
amount of harmful substances in the
exhaust gases.
Automatic cleaning process
The exhaust filter system filters soot
particles out of the exhaust gases.
The start of saturation of the exhaust
filter is indicated by the temporary
31)
In the event of misfiring, uneven
engine running, a reduction in engine
performance or other unusual
problems, have the cause of the fault
rectified by a Fiat Dealership as soon
as possible. In an emergency, driving
can be continued for a short period,
keeping vehicle speed and engine
speed low.
illumination of
accompanied by
a message in the instrument panel
display.
As soon as the traffic conditions permit,
regenerate the filter by driving at a
vehicle speed of at least 60 km/h until
the control indicator extinguishes.
NOTE On a new vehicle, the first
exhaust filter regeneration operations
may be accompanied by a burning
smell, which is normal. Following
prolonged operation of the vehicle
at very low speed or at idle, water
vapour can be emitted at the exhaust
on acceleration. This does not affect
the behaviour of the vehicle or the
environment.
IMPORTANT
71) Engine exhaust gases contain
poisonous carbon monoxide, which is
colourless and odourless and could be
fatal if inhaled. If exhaust gases enter the
interior of the vehicle, open the windows.
Have the cause of the fault rectified by a
Fiat Dealership. Avoid driving with an open
load compartment, otherwise exhaust
gases could enter the vehicle.
Cleaning process not possible
If
stays on, accompanied by an
audible signal and a message, this
indicates that the exhaust filter additive
level is too low.
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