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DIESEL ENGINES

REFUELLING THE

VEHICLE

Operation at low temperatures

Only use Diesel for motor vehicles

(EN590 specification).

WARNING

47) For correct operation of the system,

sensors must always be clean from mud,

dirt, snow or ice. Be careful not to scratch

or damage the sensors while cleaning

them. Avoid using dry, rough or hard

cloths. The sensors must be washed using

clean water, with the addition of vehicle

shampoo if necessary. When using special

washing equipment such as high pressure

jets or steam cleaning, clean the sensors

very quickly keeping the jet more than

10 cm away.

When using or parking the car for a

long time in the mountains or cold

areas, it is advisable to refuel using

locally available diesel fuel. In this case,

it is also advisable to keep the tank

over 50% full.

128) 129) 130)

Always stop the engine before

refuelling.

PETROL ENGINES

Only use unleaded petrol, with an

octane number (R.O.N.) not lower than

95. In order to prevent damage to the

catalytic converter never introduce even

the smallest amount of leaded petrol,

even in the event of an emergency.

REFUELLING

PROCEDURE

48)

IMPORTANT If the filler compartment is

washed with a high-pressure jet, keep

it at a distance of at least 20 cm.

IMPORTANT An inefficient catalytic

converter leads to harmful exhaust

emissions, thus contributing to air

pollution.

Diesel and petrol versions

The refuelling procedure described

below is illustrated on the label B fig. 90

located inside the fuel flap. The label

also indicates the fuel type (UNLEADED

FUEL=petrol, DIESEL=diesel fuel).

To refuel proceed as follows:

IMPORTANT Never introduce leaded

petrol to the tank, even in small

amounts in an emergency, as this

would damage the catalytic converter

beyond repair.

open flap A fig. 90, pulling it

outwards;

introduce the dispenser in the filler

and refuel;

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after refuelling, before removing the

dispenser, wait for at least 10 seconds

in order for the fuel to flow inside the

tank;

Emergency refuelling

Proceed as follows:

open the boot and take the adapter

B fig. 91 located in the tool box

then remove the dispenser from the

filler and close flap A.

(versions equipped with space-saver

wheel - for versions/markets, where

provided) or in the Fix&Go container

(versions equipped with Fix&Go);

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92

switch off the engine;

apply the handbrake;

turn the ignition key to STOP;

do not smoke;

hand the special adapter A fig. 93

over to the qualified LPG refuelling

personnel.

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91

IMPORTANT Depending on the country,

there are various types of adapters for

LPG refuelling pumps. Filler adapter,

supplied with the vehicle and located in

a special case, is specifically designed

for the country in which the vehicle is

sold. If you are in a different country,

find out what type of adaptor is used

there.

open flap A, pulling it outwards;

introduce the adapter B in the filler

and refuel;

after refuelling, remove the adapter

and close the flap, then reintroduce the

adapter in its casing and put it back

in the boot.

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90

LPG versions

Flap A fig. 90 is provided with a dust

cover gaiter C which prevents deposits

of impurities and dust at the end of

the filler when the flap is closed.

To access the LPG filler, open the

access flap A fig. 92 and undo the cap

B.

Observe the following precautions

during the refuelling operation:

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E5: Unleaded petrol containing up to

2.7% (m/m) oxygen and with maximum

5.0% (V/V) ethanol compliant with

EN228.

E10: Unleaded petrol containing up to

3.7% (m/m) oxygen and with maximum

10.0% (V/V) ethanol compliant with

EN228.

Symbols for diesel powered cars

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94

Fuels - identification of

vehicle compatibility.

Graphic symbol for

consumer information in

accordance with

EN16942

The symbols shown below facilitated

recognising the correct fuel type to

be used on your car.

B7: Diesel containing up to 7% (V/V) of

FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Esters)

compliant with EN590.

Before proceeding with refuelling,

check the symbols inside the fuel filler

flap (where provided) and compare

them with the symbols shown on the

fuel pump (where provided).

B10: Diesel containing up to 10% (V/V)

of FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Esters)

compliant with EN16734.

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93

Natural Power versions

49)

Symbols for petrol/LPG bi-fuel cars

To access filler B fig. 94, open the flap

and undo cap A turning it

anticlockwise.

Symbols for petrol powered cars

The profile of filler B for refilling is the

universal type, compatible with Italian

and NGV1 standards. In some

European countries adapters are

considered ILLEGAL (e.g. in Germany).

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E5: Unleaded petrol containing up to

2.7% (m/m) oxygen and with maximum

5.0% (V/V) ethanol compliant with

EN228.

TOWING TRAILERS

WARNING

131) 132)

IMPORTANT

128) Do not apply any object/plug to the

end of the filler which is not provided for

the car. The use of non-compliant

objects/caps could cause a pressure

increase inside the tank, resulting in

dangerous situations.

E10: Unleaded petrol containing up to

3.7% (m/m) oxygen and with maximum

10.0% (V/V) ethanol compliant with

EN228.

For towing motorhomes or trailers the

vehicle must be fitted with an approved

tow hook and an adequate electrical

system. Installation must be carried out

by a specialist.

LPG: Automotive LPG compliant with

EN589.

129) Do not bring naked flames or lit

cigarettes near to the fuel filler: fire risk.

Keep your face away from the fuel filler to

prevent breathing in harmful vapours.

Install any specific and/or additional

door mirrors as specified by the

Highway Code.

Symbols for petrol/methane bi-fuel

cars

130) Do not use a mobile phone near the

refuelling pump: risk of fire.

Remember that when towing a trailer,

steep hills are harder to climb, braking

distances increase and overtaking

takes longer depending on the overall

weight of the trailer.

WARNING

Engage a low gear when driving

downhill, rather than constantly using

the brake.

48) For diesel engines, only use diesel fuel

for motor vehicles in accordance with

EN590 European specifications. The use of

other products or mixtures may damage

the engine beyond repair and

consequently invalidate the warranty, due

to the damage caused. If you accidentally

introduce other types of fuel into the tank,

do not start the engine. Empty the tank.

If the engine has been run for even an

extremely limited amount of time, you must

not only drain the fuel tank, but the rest of

the supply circuit as well.

E5: Unleaded petrol containing up to

2.7% (m/m) oxygen and with maximum

5.0% (V/V) ethanol compliant with

EN228.

The weight the trailer exerts on the

vehicle tow hook reduces the vehicle's

loading capacity by the same amount.

To make sure that the maximum

towable weight is not exceeded (given

in the vehicle registration document)

account should be taken of the fully

laden trailer, including accessories and

luggage.

E10: Unleaded petrol containing up to

3.7% (m/m) oxygen and with maximum

10.0% (V/V) ethanol compliant with

EN228.

CNG: Automotive compressed

methane compliant with EN16723.

49) The other plates (provided with the

vehicle documents) show the date when

the first cylinder inspection/test is due.

Methane refuelling stations are not

authorised to refill the cylinders when the

inspection date has expired.

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Do not exceed the speed limits specific

to each country you are driving in, in

the case of vehicles towing trailers.

In any case, the top speed must not

exceed 100 km/h.

WARNING

131) The ABS with which the vehicle is

equipped will not control the braking

system of the trailer. Particular caution is

required on slippery roads.

An electric brake (or electric winch)

should be supplied directly by the

battery through a cable with a cross

section of no less than 2.5 mm².

In addition to the electrical branches,

the vehicle electrical system can only

be connected to the supply cable for an

electric brake and to the cable for an

internal light for the trailer, not

exceeding 15 W. For connections, use

the preset control unit with a battery

cable with section not less than 2.5

mm².

132) Never modify the braking system of

the vehicle to control the trailer brake.

The trailer braking system must be fully

independent of the vehicle’s hydraulic

system.

On Panda Cross and Panda 4x4

versions, in the event of prolonged

vehicle use at maximum tow capacity

on slopes, replacing engine oil more

frequently (every 10,000 km) is

advisable.

IMPORTANT The use of auxiliary loads

other than external lights (electric brake,

winch, etc.) must take place with

engine running.

IMPORTANT To install a tow hook

contact a Fiat Dealership.

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IN AN EMERGENCY

A punctured tyre or a burnt-out bulb?

HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS...........106

REPLACING A BULB ......................106

REPLACING FUSES........................112

REPLACING A WHEEL ...................115

FIX&GO KIT.....................................118

JUMP STARTING............................121

At times, a problem may interfere

with our journey.

The pages on emergencies can help

you to deal with critical situations

independently and with calm.

In an emergency we recommend that

you call the freephone number found in

the Warranty Booklet.

FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM ................122

TOWING THE CAR .........................123

It is also possible to call the national or

international universal freephone

number to search for the nearest

Dealership.

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NOTE When the weather is cold or

damp or after heavy rain or washing,

the surface of headlights or rear lights

may steam up and/or form drops of

condensation on the inside. This is

a natural phenomenon due to the

difference in temperature and humidity

between the inside and the outside

of the glass which does not indicate a

fault and does not compromise the

normal operation of lighting devices.

The mist disappears quickly when the

lights are turned on, starting from

the centre of the diffuser, extending

progressively towards the edges.

HAZARD WARNING

LIGHTS

REPLACING A BULB

Press button A fig. 95 to switch the

lights on/off. Warning lights and in

the instrument panel are lit up when

the lights are ON.

133) 134)

50) 51)

GENERAL

INSTRUCTIONS

Before replacing a bulb check the

contacts for oxidation;

IMPORTANT The use of hazard warning

lights is governed by the highway

code of the country you are driving in:

comply with legal requirements.

burnt bulbs must be replaced by

others of the same type and power;

after replacing a headlight bulb,

always check its alignment;

when a light is not working, check

that the corresponding fuse is intact

before replacing a bulb. For the location

of fuses, refer to the paragraph

"Replacing fuses" in this chapter.

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95

Emergency braking

In the event of emergency braking the

hazard warning lights switch on

automatically as well as the

and

warning lights in the instrument

panel. The lights switch off

automatically when emergency braking

ceases.

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Light bulbs

Type

H4

Power

55W

21W

5W

Dipped/main beam headlights

Front side lights/Day lights (DRL)

Rear side lights

P21/5W

PY21W

W5W

Front direction indicators

Side direction indicators

Rear direction indicators

Brake lights

21W

5W

PY21W

P21/5W

LED

21W

-

Third brake light

Fog lights

H11

55W

16W

5W

Reversing light

W16W

C5W

Rear fog light

Number plate

107

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