Get IN AN EMERGENCY Guide for Fiat Panda SUV Fourth Generation (2024-2026)

IN AN EMERGENCY

Have a flat tyre or a burnt-out bulb?

At times, a problem such as these may

interfere with your driving experience.

The pages on emergencies can help

you to deal with critical situations

independently and calmly.

HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS ....... 122

REPLACING A BULB.................. 122

FUSES...................................... 129

CHANGING A WHEEL ................ 129

Fix&Go KIT ................................ 133

JUMP STARTING....................... 135

FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM ............ 137

TOWING THE CAR..................... 138

In an emergency, we recommend that

you call the phone number found in the

Warranty Booklet.

It is also possible to call the national

or international universal freephone

number to search for the nearest Fiat

Dealership.

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HAZARD WARNING

LIGHTS

REPLACING A BULB

WARNING

135) 136) 137)

43) 44)

135) Modifications or repairs to the electric

system that are not carried out properly

or do not take the system technical

specifications into account can cause

malfunctions leading to the risk of fire.

136) Halogen bulbs contain pressurised

gas, in the case of breakage they may

burst causing glass fragments to be

projected outwards.

137) Only replace the light bulbs when the

engine is off and in a position that does

not interfere with traffic and lets you safely

replace them (see the description in the

“Replacement chapter). Also ensure that

the engine is cold, to prevent the risk of

burns.

Press button (A) fig. 128 to switch the

lights on/off. Warning lights

GENERAL

INSTRUCTIONS

and

in the instrument panel are lit up when

the lights are ON.

Before replacing a bulb check the

contacts for oxidation;

burnt bulbs must be replaced by

others of the same type and power;

after replacing a headlight bulb,

always check its alignment;

WARNING The use of hazard warning

lights is governed by the highway

code of the country you are driving in:

comply with legal requirements.

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 "Fuses

replacement" chapter in this section.

NOTE the weather is cold or damp or

after heavy rain or after 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 vent, extending

progressively towards the edges.

IMPORTANT

43) Halogen bulbs must be handled

holding the metallic part only. Touching

the transparent part of the bulb with your

fingers may reduce the intensity of the

emitted light and even reduce the lifespan

of the bulb. In the event of accidental

contact, wipe the bulb with a cloth

moistened with alcohol and let the bulb

dry.

44) Where possible, it is advisable to have

bulbs changed at a Fiat Dealership. The

correct operation and direction of the

external lights are absolutely essential for

the safety of the car and of compliance

with the law.

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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 turn light

21W

5W

Rear direction indicators

Stop

PY21W

P21/5W

LED

21W

‒

Third brake light

Fog lights

H11

55W

16W

5W

Reverse gear

W16W

C5W

Rear fog light

Number plate

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FRONT LIGHT CLUSTERS

(except Panda Cross versions)

The bulbs are arranged inside the front

light cluster fig. 129 as follows:

(A) - Dipped beam/main beam

headlights/ direction indicators;

(B) - Daytime running lights (DRL);

(C) - Fog lights.

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132

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DIPPED/MAIN BEAMS

To replace the bulb, proceed as

follows:

refit the new bulb on the connector

making sure that it is locked correctly,

then reinsert the connector unit and the

bulb holder (B) in its housing;

remove cover (A) fig. 131;

then refit the cover (A).

DIRECTION INDICATORS

Front

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To replace the bulb, proceed as

follows:

FRONT LIGHT CLUSTERS

(Panda Cross versions)

remove cover (B) fig. 131;

turn the bulb holder anticlockwise,

extract the bulb and replace it;

refit the new bulb on the connector

making sure that it is locked correctly,

then reinsert the connector in its

housing rotating it clockwise;

On the Panda Cross versions, the

bulbs are arranged inside the front light

cluster fig. 130 as follows:

(A) - Dipped beam/main beam

headlights/ direction indicators;

(B) - Fog lights;

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push the connector + bulb holder

unit (B) fig. 132 downwards;

extract the bulb (C) from the

connector (D) and replace it;

(C) - Daytime running lights (DRL).

Side

To replace the bulb, proceed as

follows:

adjust the lens (A) fig. 133 to

compress in the clip B, then pull the

cluster outwards;

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turn the bulb holder (C)

anticlockwise, extract the bulb and

replace it;

B

refit the bulb holder (C) in the lens

and turn it clockwise;

refit the cluster making sure that the

internal clip (B) clicks into position.

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136

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rotate and remove the bulb holder

(E), release and replace the bulb;

refit the new lamp and carry out

the procedure described previously in

reverse.

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FOG LIGHTS

(Panda Cross versions)

To remove the fog light bulb, contact a

Fiat Dealership.

FOG LIGHTS

(for versions/markets, where provided -

except Panda Cross versions)

To replace the bulb, proceed as

follows:

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SIDE LIGHTS / DAYTIME

RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL)

(for versions/markets, where provided -

except Panda Cross versions)

adjust the clip (C) fig. 136 and

disconnect the electrical connector (D);

steering the wheel fulling inwards,

turn the screws (A) fig. 134 and fig. 135

and move the inner wheel arch plastic

cover (B) aside to access the bulb.

To replace the bulb, proceed as

follows:

steering the wheel fulling inwards,

turn the screws (A) fig. 134 and fig. 135

and move the inner wheel arch plastic

cover (B) aside to access the bulb;

adjust the clip (C) fig. 137 and

disconnect the electrical connector (D);

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rotate and remove the bulb holder

(E), release and replace the bulb;

undo the five screws (B) from their

seats and remove the bulb holder (C);

remove the bulbs, pushing them

slightly and turning them anti-

clockwise;

the two clips (press-fitted (D) fig. 139)

and release the connector;

refit the new lamp and carry out

the procedure described previously in

reverse.

REVERSING LIGHT/REAR

FOG LIGHT

138)

The reversing lights and rear fog lights

are located in the rear bumper. To

replace the bulb, proceed as follows:

access the bulb holder through the

underside of the rear bumper fig. 140;

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refit the new lamp and carry out

the procedure described previously in

reverse.

DAYTIME RUNNING

LIGHTS (DRL)

(Panda Cross versions)

WARNING To change LED DRLs

contact a Fiat Dealership.

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REAR LIGHT CLUSTERS

These contain the bulbs for the side

lights, brake lights and direction

indicators.

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adjust the clip (C) fig. 141 and

disconnect the electrical connector (D);

turn the bulb holder (E) and remove

it, extract the bulb and replace it;

To replace the bulb proceed as follows:

undo the two screws (A) fig. 138

from their seats, pull gently outwards

until releasing the whole headlight from

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141

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142

F1D0089

144

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refit the new lamp and carry out

the procedure described previously in

reverse.

open flap (B) fig. 145 and replace

the bulbs (C), releasing them from the

side contacts. Make sure that the new

bulbs are correctly secured between

the contacts;

re-close flap (B) fig. 145 and fasten

ceiling light (A) fig. 144 in position,

making sure that it locks into place.

THIRD BRAKE LIGHTS

These are located in the tailgate and

are LED lights. For replacement,

contact a Fiat Dealership.

NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS

To replace the bulbs, proceed as

follows:

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remove lens (A) fig. 142;

FRONT CEILING LIGHT

Versions with multi-bulb ceiling

light

change the bulb (A) fig. 143,

releasing it from the side contacts;

Insert the new bulb and make sure

that it is correctly clamped between the

contacts, then refit the lens (A) fig. 143.

remove the ceiling light (A) fig. 144

working at the points indicated by the

arrows;

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Versions with single bulb ceiling

light

To change the courtesy light bulb:

use a screwdriver to remove the

pressure-mounted lens unit;

release bulb cover (A) fig. 149 and

replace the 12V - 5 W bulb (B).

To change the bulbs, proceed as

follows:

operate in the point shown by the

arrow and remove roof light (A) fig. 146;

open flap (C) fig. 147 and replace

bulb (B), releasing it from the side

contacts.

insert the new bulb (B) and make

sure that it is correctly clamped

between the contacts;

re-close flap (C) and fasten ceiling

light (A) in position, making sure that it

locks into place.

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open the protection (B) and replace

the bulb;

close the cover (B) on the lens;

refit the ceiling light (A) by inserting it

in its correct position firstly on one side

and then pressing on the other until it

clicks into place.

149

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WARNING

Load compartment roof light

138) Before replacing the bulb, wait for the

catalytic converter to cool down: RISK OF

BURNS.

146

F1D0787

Boot courtesy light

To change the bulbs, proceed as

follows:

148

F1D0789

open the boot and extract the ceiling

light (A) fig. 148 working in the point

shown by the arrow;

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dangerous for oncoming traffic where

you can change the wheel safely. The

ground must be flat and sufficiently

compact;

FUSES

CHANGING A WHEEL

139) 140)

45)

141) 142) 143) 144) 145) 146)

JACK

Please note that:

switch off the engine, pull up the

st

WARNING

handbrake and engage 1 gear or

reverse;

the jack weight is 1.76 kg;

the jack requires no adjustment;

the jack cannot be repaired and in

the event of a fault it must be replaced

by another genuine one;

139) Replacement of a fuse. All

work may be performed only by a Fiat

Dealership or a qualified repair workshop.

The replacement of a fuse by a third party

may cause a serious car fault.

put on the reflective safety jacket

before getting out of the car (if required

by the regulations in force). In any case,

follow the road safety laws in force in

the country where you are driving;

open the boot and lift up the mat (A)

fig. 150;

no tool other than its cranking device

may be fitted on the jack.

140) Installation of electrical

accessories. The car’s electrical circuit

is designed to function with standard or

optional equipment, before installing other

electrical equipment or accessories in the

vehicle contact a Fiat dealership or a

qualified repair workshop.

Jack maintenance

prevent any dirt from depositing on

the "worm screw";

keep the "worm screw" lubricated;

never modify the jack.

Conditions in which not to use the

jack

IMPORTANT

temperature below -40°C

on sandy or muddy ground

on uneven ground

45) The Manufacturer shall not be held

liable for expenses resulting from car

repair or anomalies resulting from the

installation of accessories not provided or

recommended by the Manufacturer and

not installed according to specifications,

in particular when the combined

on steep roads

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in extreme weather conditions:

thunderstorms, typhoons, hurricanes,

blizzards, storms, etc.

in direct contact with the engine or

for repairs under the car

on boats.

For the VAN version, the tools are

located in the dedicated compartment

under the boot floor mat.

consumption of all additional equipment

connected exceeds 10 mA.

For the 4x4 version, the tools are

located in 4x4 bag located under the

driver seat or in the boot.

CHANGING PROCEDURE

Proceed as follows:

stop the car in a position that is not

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For the VAN 2-seater version, the

spare wheel is located in the boot

and can be reached by removing the

preformed tool holder, while the jack for

lifting the car is located under the front

seat on passenger side.

For the 4x4 version, the space-

saver wheel, under the boot floor, is

positioned as shown in fig. 151.

A

B

C

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153

154

155

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F1D0075

F1D0076

for versions with hub caps

without holes for wheel fastening

studs only: remove the press-fit hub

cap by pulling it towards you;

take the wrench (A) fig. 153 and

loosen the fixing bolts by about one

turn;

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position the jack under the car, near

the wheel to be changed;

using the wrench (A) fig. 152 located

in the tool box, loosen the locking

device, take the tool box (B) and place

it close to the wheel to be replaced.

Then take the space-saver wheel (C).

For the Panda VAN and Panda 4x4

versions, the jack and the tools can be

located under the passenger side front

seat;

operate the device (A) fig. 154 in

order to extend the jack, until the upper

part (B) fig. 155 fits correctly on the

side member (C) (near the sign

indicated on the side member);

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alert any bystander that the car is

about to be raised; all persons should

be kept away from the car and nobody

must touch it until it has been lowered;

fit handle (D) fig. 154 into the housing

in device (A), operate the jack and

raise the car until the wheel is a few

centimetres from the ground;

undo the fastening bolts and remove

the wheel;

for versions with hub caps

fastened with bolts only: undo the

three fastening bolts, then undo the

fourth bolt near the inflation valve and

remove the wheel;

make sure the contact surfaces

between space-saver wheel and hub

are clean so that the fastening bolts will

not come loose;

fit the space-saver wheel by inserting

the first bolt for two threads into the

hole closest to the valve;

REFITTING THE

STANDARD WHEEL

47)

For versions with hub caps without

holes for wheel fastening studs

only:

once the normal wheel has been

fitted, insert the press-fit hub cap,

aligning the slot with the inflation valve;

place the inner part of the hub cap

on the wheel rim;

engage the hub cap by applying an

axial force in several points as shown

in fig. 156 to allow the correct coupling

between hub cap and wheel.

Following the procedure described

previously, raise the car and remove

the space-saver wheel.

Versions with steel wheels

Proceed as follows:

make sure the contact surfaces

between standard wheel and hub are

clean so that the fastening bolts will not

come loose;

For versions with hub caps

fastened with bolts only: fit the

standard wheel by inserting the first

bolt by 2 threads into the hole closest

to the inflation valve. Then fit the hub

cap, aligning the crescent hole with the

bolt already fitted, then fit the other

bolts.

For versions with hub caps

without holes for wheel fastening

studs only: fit the standard wheel

and insert the fastening bolts without

tightening them;

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take the wrench A (A) fig. 153 and

fully tighten the fixing bolts;

operate the jack handle (D) fig. 154

to lower the vehicle. Then extract the

jack;

Versions with alloy rims

Proceed as follows:

using the wrench provided, tighten

the fastening bolts;

lower the car and remove the jack;

use the wrench provided to fully

tighten the bolts, passing alternately

from one bolt to the opposite one.

insert the wheel on the hub and use

the spanner provided to tighten the

bolts;

lower the car and remove the jack;

use the wrench provided to fully

tighten the bolts, passing alternately

from one bolt to the opposite one;

46)

use the wrench (A) fig. 153, to fully

tighten the bolts, passing alternately

from one bolt to the opposite one;

when replacing a wheel with alloy rim

it is advisable to place it upside down,

with the aesthetic part facing upwards.

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reinsert the press-fitted hub cap,

making sure that the reference hole on

the wheel is aligned with the reference

pin on the cap.

models or objects. Never use it to carry

out servicing or repairs under the car or

to change summer/winter - wheels and

vice versa. Never position yourself under

a jacked vehicle. Should it be necessary

to work under the vehicle, contact a Fiat

Dealership. Incorrectly positioning the jack

may cause the vehicle to fall: use it only

in the positions indicated. Do not use the

jack for loads higher than the one shown

on its label. Never start the engine with

vehicle raised. If the vehicle is raised more

than necessary, everything can become

more unstable, with the risk of the vehicle

dropping violently. Thus, lift the car only

as needed in order to access the spare

wheel.

146) Incorrectly fitting the wheel cap

may cause it to fall off when the car is in

motion. Never tamper with the inflation

valve. Never introduce tools of any kind

between rim and tyre. Check tyre and

space-saver wheel pressures regularly

complying with the values given in the

"Technical specifications" section.

only! 80 km/h max.! Replace with standard

wheel as soon as possible. Never cover

this indication". Never apply a wheel cap

on a space-saver wheel.

142) It is extremely dangerous to attempt

to change a wheel on the side of the car

next to the driving lane: make sure that

the car is at a sufficient distance from the

road, to avoid being run over.

NOTE If it is not fitted correctly, the hub

cap may detach when the vehicle is

running.

At the end of the operation

stow the space-saver wheel in the

compartment provided in the luggage

compartment;

insert the jack and the other tools in

the container;

arrange the container and tools on

the space-saver wheel;

correctly reposition the luggage

compartment mat.

143) Alert other drivers that the car

is stationary in compliance with local

regulations: hazard warning lights, warning

triangle, etc. Any passengers on board

should leave the car, especially if it is

heavily laden. Passengers should stay

away from on-coming traffic while the

wheel is being changed. On hills or uneven

roads, use chocks or appropriate objects

to block the wheels of the vehicle.

144) The vehicle's driving characteristics

will be modified with the space-saver

wheel fitted. Avoid violent acceleration

and braking, abrupt steering and fast

cornering. The overall duration of the

space-saver wheel is of about 3000 km,

after which the relevant tyre must be

replaced with another one of the same

type. Never install a traditional tyre on a rim

designed to be used as a space-saver

wheel. Have the wheel repaired and

refitted as soon as possible. Using two

or more space-saver wheels at the same

time is forbidden. Do not apply grease to

the bolt threads before fitting: they could

come unscrewed.

WARNING

141) The space-saver wheel (for

versions/markets where provided) is

specific to your car, do not use it on

other models, nor use the space-saver

wheel of other models on your car. The

space-saver wheel must only be used in

the event of an emergency. Never use it

for more than strictly necessary and never

exceed 80 km/h. On the space-saver

wheel there is an orange sticker,

summarising the main warnings regarding

space-saver wheel usage restrictions.

Never remove or cover the label. The label

contains the following indications in four

languages: "Warning! For temporary use

IMPORTANT

46) When turning the jack handle make

sure that it can turn freely without scraping

your hand against the ground. The moving

components of the jack ("worm screw"

and joints) can also cause injuries: avoid

touching them. If you come into contact

with lubricating grease, clean yourself

thoroughly.

145) The jack is a tool developed and

designed only for changing a wheel, if a

tyre gets punctured or damaged, on the

car with which it is supplied or on other

cars of the same model. It must not be

used, for example, to jack other vehicle

47) Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as

possible to have the correct tightening of

the wheel bolts checked.

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OPT1 kit

plug the electrical connector of the

tyre inflation kit into the 12V socket of

the car and start the engine;

Fix&Go KIT

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The Fix&Go quick tyre repair kit is

located in the boot inside a dedicated

container.

147) 148) 149)

48)

operate the compressor by pressing

the ON/OFF button (5) fig. 158. When

the pressure gauge (7) indicates the

prescribed pressure indicated in

the "Wheels" chapter in this Owner

Handbook or on the label, switch

off the compressor by pressing the

button again and in any case do not

disconnect the hose until the sealing

liquid has been blown in (about 2

minutes);

If the pressure gauge (7) fig. 158

reads a pressure lower than 1.8

bar / 26 psi 15 min. after turning

on the compressor, switch off the

compressor, disconnect the sealant

hose (4) fig. 157 from the tyre

valve proceed with the procedure

for restoring pressure after repair

described in the following paragraph

after having disconnected the cartridge.

Disconnect the cartridge (1) from the

compressor, by pressing the release

button (8) and lifting the cartridge (1)

upwards fig. 159.

TYRE REPAIR

PROCEDURE

Preliminary operations:

Stop the car in a position that is not

dangerous for oncoming traffic where

you can change the wheel safely. The

ground must be flat and sufficiently

compact;

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remove the cap from the tyre valve

and connect and screw the transparent

tube of the sealant (4) fig. 157 onto the

valve. If a 250 ml cartridge is present

the housing of the transparent tube

is provided with removable ring to

facilitate extraction. Make sure that the

ON/OFF button (5) fig. 158 is in the off

position (button not pressed);

stop the engine and engage the

parking brake;

st

engage 1 gear if the car is uphill, or

reverse if the car downhill;

steer the wheels completely;

in the event of a steep slope, place a

wedge or stone behind the wheels;

Wear the reflective safety jacket

(compulsory by law) before getting

out of the car. In any case, follow the

road safety laws in force in the country

where you are driving;

5

wear the gloves.

Tyre repair:

7

Remove the speed limit sticker (3)

fig. 157 and fig. 160 and apply it

in a clearly visible position on the

dashboard.

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plug the electrical connector of the

tyre inflation kit into the 12V socket of

the car and start the engine;

fig. 160 for the OPT2 version until

the prescribed pressure is reached. If

also in this case, the pressure is lower

than 1.8 bar / 26 psi 15 minutes after

turning on, do not resume driving but

contact a Fiat Dealership.

operate the compressor by pressing

the ON/OFF button (5) fig. 158. When

the pressure gauge (7) indicates the

prescribed pressure indicated in

the "Wheels" chapter in this Owner

Handbook or on the label, switch

off the compressor by pressing the

button again and in any case do not

disconnect the hose until the sealing

liquid has been blown in (about 2

minutes);

If the pressure gauge (7) fig. 158

reads a pressure lower than 1.8

bar / 26 psi 15 min. after turning

on the compressor, switch off the

compressor, disconnect the sealant

hose (4) fig. 160 from the tyre

Only for OPT1: Press the air release

button to adjust any tyre overpressure

(10) fig. 158.

After driving for approximately 8 km

/ 5 miles, repeat the procedure for

restoring the pressure.

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OPT2 kit

For OPT2 only: This can only be used

to restore pressure after using the kit

to repair a puncture (i.e. with empty

sealing cartridge)

WARNING

valve proceed with the procedure

for restoring pressure after repair

described in the following paragraph.

147) The information required by the

applicable regulation is indicated on the

Fix&Go kit package label. Carefully read

the label on the cartridge before use, avoid

improper use. The kit should be used by

adults and cannot be used by children.

148) IMPORTANT: Do not exceed

80 km/h. Avoid sudden acceleration or

braking. The kit provides a temporary

repair, therefore the tyre must be

examined and repaired by a specialist as

soon as possible. Before using the kit,

ensure that the tyre is not excessively

damaged and that the rim is in good

condition, otherwise do not use it and

call roadside assistance. Do not remove

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Procedure for restoring

pressure after repair

Move the car by approximately 10 m

to allow the distribution of the sealant;

secure the car following the

instructions described in the

"Preliminary operations" paragraph in

this chapter;

Use only in the event of a puncture.

Do not use to inflate tyre that is not

punctured.

remove the cap from the tyre valve

and connect and screw the transparent

tube of the sealant (4) fig. 160 onto

the valve. Make sure that the ON/OFF

button (5) fig. 158 is in the off position

(button not pressed);

restore the pressure using the

black inflation tube (9) fig. 157 for the

OPT1 version or the inflation tube (4)

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provided) or electrical system of the

car could be damaged. Do not attempt

jump starting if the conventional battery

is frozen. The conventional battery

could break or explode!

JUMP STARTING

foreign bodies from the tyre. Do not let the

compressor turned on for more than 20

consecutive minutes - overheating hazard.

149) The compressor in the kit MAY NOT

BE USED for purposes other than tyre

repair.

150) 151) 152)

WARNING If the procedure below is

carried out incorrectly, it can cause

severe injury to people or damage the

recharging system of one or both cars.

Carefully follow the instructions given

below.

PREPARATION TO JUMP

STARTING

150) 151) 152)

49) 50)

IMPORTANT

48) The sealant fluid is effective with

external temperatures from -40°C to

+50°C. The sealant fluid has an expiry date

and must be replaced periodically. It is

possible to repair tyres with damage on

the tread up to a maximum diameter of

6 mm. Show the cartridge and the label to

the personnel who must handle the tyre

treated with the TireKit.

If the traditional battery is flat, it is

possible to start the engine using an

auxiliary battery with the same capacity

or a little higher than the flat one.

To start, proceed as follows in the

numerical order shown in fig. 161:

connect the positive terminals (+

mark near the terminal) of the two

traditional batteries using a suitable

lead;

with a second cable, connect

the negative terminal (–) of the

supplementary battery to an earth point

on the engine or gearbox of the car to

be started as shown in fig. 161;

if another vehicle is ready for jump

starting, park the vehicle within the

reach of the cables to be used for

starting, operate the handbrake

and make sure that the ignition is

deactivated.

WARNING The positive terminal (+) of

the conventional battery is shielded

by a protective cover. Lift the cover to

access the positive terminal.

Proceed as follows:

engage the handbrake, shift the gear

lever into neutral and turn the ignition

key to the STOP position;

switch off all the other electrical

devices in the car;

if another vehicle is ready for jump

starting, park the vehicle within the

reach of the cables to be used for

starting, operate the handbrake

and make sure that the ignition is

deactivated.

JUMP STARTING

If the conventional battery is flat, jump

starting can be performed using cables

and the conventional battery of another

car, or using a supplementary lead

battery.

Jump starting may be dangerous if

carried out incorrectly: carefully follow

the procedures described below.

WARNINGS

Do not use the auxiliary battery or

any other external power source

with a voltage higher than 12 V:

the conventional battery, starter (for

versions/markets, where provided),

alternator (for versions/markets, where

WARNING Avoid contact between the

two vehicles since this could cause a

connection to earth and may result in

serious injury to any people nearby.

start the engine;

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car power sockets draw current even if

they are not used. These devices, if left

connected too much time with engine

off, may cause the conventional battery

to drain with following reduction of its

life and/or failure to start the engine.

when the engine has been started,

remove the leads reversing the order

above.

Sparks could ignite explosive gas

released from the traditional battery. If

the supplementary battery is installed

on another car, prevent accidental

contact between metal parts of the two

cars.

BUMP STARTING

Cable disconnection

Never, under any circumstances, jump

start the engine by pushing, towing or

coasting downhill.

Once the engine has been started,

remove the cables proceeding as

follows:

disconnect the end of the cable used

for negative (-) from the engine earth

of the vehicle with flat conventional

battery.

disconnect the other end of the cable

used for negative (–) from the negative

terminal (–) of the supplementary

battery;

WARNING Remember that the brake

servo and electric power steering are

not active until the engine is started.

A much greater effort will therefore be

required to use the brake pedal or turn

the steering wheel.

disconnect the end of the cable

used for positive (+) from the positive

terminal (+) of the supplementary

battery;

disconnect one end of the cable

used for positive (+) from the positive

terminal (+) of the car with flat

conventional battery.

WARNING

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150) This starting procedure must be

performed by expert personnel because

incorrect actions could cause electrical

discharge of considerable intensity.

Furthermore, conventional battery fluid is

poisonous and corrosive: avoid contact

with skin and eyes. Keep naked flames

and lighted cigarettes away from the

conventional battery and do not cause

sparks.

For versions with Start&Stop system,

in case of starting by booster battery,

refer to the “Start&Stop system”

paragraph in the “Starting and driving”

section.

If it is often necessary to perform

a jump starting, have the car's

conventional battery and the recharging

system checked by a Fiat Dealership.

If after a few attempts the engine does

not start, do not persist but contact a

Fiat Dealership.

151) Remove any metal objects (e.g. rings,

watches, bracelets), that might cause an

accidental electrical contact and cause

serious injury.

WARNING Any accessories (e.g.

mobile phones, etc.) connected to the

WARNING Do not directly connect the

negative terminals of the two batteries.

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activate the left direction indicator;

deactivate the left direction indicator;

turn the ignition key to STOP and

then to MAR.

FUEL CUT-OFF

SYSTEM

152) Do not connect the cable to the

negative terminal (-) of the flat conventional

battery. The following spark could lead to

conventional battery explosion and cause

serious harm. Only use the specific earth

point; do not use any other exposed

metallic part.

153)

This intervenes in the case of a collision

causing:

LPG versions (where provided): in

the event of an impact, petrol supply

is immediately cut-off, the LPG safety

valves are closed and the injection is

interrupted, switching off the engine.

the interruption of the fuel supply with

the engine consequently cutting out;

the automatic unlocking of the doors;

turning on the lights inside the car;

the switching on of the hazard

warning lights;

automatic disconnection of the

auxiliary battery from the electrical

system.

IMPORTANT

49) Do not start the car by connecting

the supplementary battery to the auxiliary

lithium battery for the hybrid system under

the front left seat, but connect it to the

battery in the engine compartment only.

50) Never use a fast conventional battery

charger to jump start the engine as this

could damage the electronic systems,

particularly the engine ignition and fuel

supply control units.

WARNING (for the 1.0 FireFly Hybrid

versions) The auxiliary lithium battery

can only be reconnected to the

electrical system by a Fiat Dealership.

NOTE Carefully check the car for

fuel leaks, for instance in the engine

compartment, under the car or near

the tank area. After a collision, turn the

ignition key to STOP to prevent the

conventional battery from running

down.

WARNING

153) If, after an impact, you smell fuel or

notice leaks from the fuel system, do not

reactivate the system to avoid the risk of

fire.

To restore the correct operation of the

vehicle, proceed as follows:

turn the ignition key to the MAR

position;

activate the right direction indicator;

deactivate the right direction

indicator;

activate the left direction indicator;

deactivate the left direction indicator;

activate the right direction indicator;

deactivate the right direction

indicator;

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TOWING THE CAR

154) 155) 156) 157) 158)

The tow hook, if is supplied with the

car, is housed in the tool box, under

the mat in the luggage compartment.

ATTACHING THE TOW

RING

Manually release the plug (A) fig. 162

on the front bumper or (A) (for

versions/markets, where provided)

on the rear bumper by pressing the

lower part, take tow ring (B) from its

housing in the tool support and tighten

it securely on the front fig. 163 or rear

threaded pin.

163

F1D0095

164

F1D0120

For versions/markets where

specified

WARNING

The car can only be towed in one of

the following ways (and always with

the engine off, gear set to neutral and

handbrake released):

154) Before towing, turn the ignition key

to MAR-ON and then to STOP without

removing it. The steering column will

automatically lock when the key is

removed and the wheels cannot be

steered.

with all the wheels on the road

surface;

with the front (or rear) wheels raised

or resting on an emergency vehicle and

the rear (or front) wheels resting on a

specific trolley;

loaded on the flatbed of the rescue

vehicle with all the wheels on the

flatbed.

155) Before tightening the ring clean the

threaded housing thoroughly. Make sure

that the ring is fully fastened in the housing

before towing the car.

156) Whilst towing, remember that as

the assistance of the brake servo and

the electric power assisted steering is

not available, greater force needs to be

exerted on the brake pedal and more effort

is required on the steering wheel. Do not

use flexible cables when towing and avoid

jerky movements. During towing, make

sure that the trailer hitch does not damage

any components it is touching. When

towing the vehicle, you must comply with

all specific traffic regulations, both in terms

of the towing device and behaviour on the

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F1D0094

WARNING On Cross versions, hooks

(A) fig. 164, if present, can be used to

tow the car in an emergency. If there

are no hooks (A), the car is equipped

with a hook ring, which can only be

used at the front.

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road. Do not start the engine while towing

the car.

157) The front and rear tow hooks (for

versions/markets, where provided) should

be used only for emergencies on the

road. You are allowed to tow the vehicle

for short distances using an appropriate

device in accordance with the highway

code (a rigid bar), to move the vehicle

on the road in readiness for towing or

transporting via a breakdown vehicle. Tow

rings MUST NOT be used to tow vehicles

off the road or where there are obstacles

and/or for towing operations using cables

or other non-rigid devices. In compliance

with the above conditions, towing must

take place with the two cars (one towing,

the other towed) aligned as much as

possible along the same centre line.

158) Do not use tow hooks for securing

the vehicle on ships.

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