19)
HANDBRAKE
WARMING UP THE
ENGINE JUST AFTER IT
HAS STARTED
WARNING
The handbrake lever is located between
the front seats. Pull the lever upwards
to engage the handbrake and ensure
that the vehicle does not move. The
vehicle should be secured after several
clicks of the lever. If it is not, contact
a Fiat Dealership to have it adjusted.
17) It is advisable not to demand maximum
performance from your vehicle (e.g.
excessive acceleration, long distances at
high speeds, excessively intense braking,
etc.) during the initial period of use.
Proceed as follows:
drive off slowly, letting the engine
turn at medium revs. Do not accelerate
abruptly;
18) When the engine is off, do not leave
the key turned to MAR to prevent
unnecessary electrical consumption from
draining the battery.
do not demand full performance at
first. Wait until the engine coolant
temperature gauge starts moving.
96)
When the handbrake lever is engaged
and the ignition key is in MAR position,
the instrument panel warning light
will switch on.
19) If the indicator flashes for 60
seconds after starting or during an
extended towing period, this indicates
a problem in the glow plug pre-heating
system. Use the vehicle normally if the
engine starts, but contact a Fiat Dealership
as soon as possible.
EMERGENCY STARTING
If the instrument panel warning light
stays on steadily, you can perform
an emergency starting by using the
code on the CODE card (see the “In an
emergency” section).
Proceed as follows to release the
handbrake:
slightly lift the lever and press
release button A fig. 140;
20) Never start the engine by pushing,
towing or driving downhill. This could
cause fuel to flow into the catalytic
converter and damage it beyond repair.
keep button A pressed and lower
the lever. The
20)
warning light in the
STOPPING THE ENGINE
instrument panel will switch off.
Press the brake pedal when carrying
out this operation to prevent the vehicle
from moving accidentally.
Turn the ignition key to STOP while the
engine is idling.
WARNING
IMPORTANT After a taxing drive, you
should allow the engine to “catch
its breath” before turning it off by letting
it idle to allow the temperature in the
engine compartment to fall.
PARKING
95) It is dangerous to run the engine in
enclosed areas. The engine takes in
oxygen and releases carbon dioxide,
carbon monoxide and other toxic gases.
Proceed as follows:
stop the engine and engage the
handbrake;
engage the gear (on a slope, engage
first gear if the vehicle is facing uphill
or reverse if it is facing downhill) and
leave the wheels steered.
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