STARTING AND DRIVING -> TOWING TRAILERS for Your Fiat Tipo 4 Door Second Generation (2015-2026)

SYMBOLS AND  
MESSAGES ON THE  
DISPLAY  
WARNINGS  
WARNING  
WARNING In some circumstances,  
such as with ice, snow or mud on the  
surface of the camera, the camera  
sensitivity may be reduced.  
53) It is vital, for correct operation, that the  
camera is always kept clean and free from  
any mud, dirt, snow or ice. Be careful not  
to scratch or damage the camera while  
cleaning it. Avoid using dry, rough or hard  
cloths. The camera must be washed using  
clean water, with the addition of vehicle  
shampoo if necessary. In washing stations  
which use steam or high-pressure jets,  
clean the camera quickly, keeping the  
nozzle more than 10 cm away from the  
sensors. Also, do not apply stickers to the  
camera.  
Indications on the display  
If activated, using Uconnect™ system  
settings, it is possible to activate the  
guidelines on the display. If activated,  
the grid is positioned on the image to  
highlight the width of the car and the  
expected reversing path in accordance  
with the steering wheel position.  
A superimposed central broken line  
indicates the centre of the vehicle to  
facilitate parking manoeuvres or tow  
hook alignment. The various coloured  
areas indicate the distance from the  
rear of the car.  
WARNING If the tailgate is to be re-  
painted following to repairs, make sure  
the paint does not get in contact with  
the camera.  
WARNING When parking, take the  
utmost care over obstacles that may  
be above or under the operating range  
of the camera.  
TOWING TRAILERS  
WARNINGS  
The table below shows the  
approximate distances for each area  
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IMPORTANT  
134) 135)  
For towing caravans or trailers the  
car must be fitted with an approved  
tow hook and an adequate electrical  
system. Should aftermarket installation  
be requested, this must be carried out  
by a specialised technician.  
133) Parking and other potentially  
dangerous manoeuvres are, however,  
always the driver’s responsibility. While  
carrying out these manoeuvres, always  
make sure that no people (especially  
children) or animals are in the area  
concerned. The camera is an aid for the  
driver, but the driver must never allow  
his/her attention to lapse during potentially  
dangerous manoeuvres, even those  
executed at low speeds. Always keep a  
slow speed, so as to promptly brake in the  
case of obstacles.  
Red area (1): 0 - 30 cm  
Yellow area (2): 30 cm - 1 m  
Green area (3): 1 m or more  
Messages on the display  
If the tailgate is lifted, the camera will  
not detect any obstacle in the car rear  
part. The display will show a dedicated  
warning message.  
Install any specific and/or additional  
rear-view mirrors as specified by the  
Highway Code.  
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.  
In this case, lower the tailgate by the  
suitable handle, pressing next to the  
lock until it clicks (see the "Closing"  
paragraph in the "Boot" chapter).  
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low, consumption levels increase as  
resistance to rolling is higher.  
Engage a low gear when driving  
downhill, rather than constantly using  
the brake.  
INSTALLING A TOW  
HOOK  
To install a tow hook contact a Fiat  
Dealership.  
Unnecessary loads  
The weight the trailer exerts on the car  
tow hook reduces the loading capacity  
of the car by the same amount. To  
make sure that the maximum towable  
weight is not exceeded (given in the  
registration document) account should  
be taken of the fully laden trailer,  
including accessories and luggage.  
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.  
Do not travel with an overloaded  
boot. The weight of the car and  
its arrangement greatly affect fuel  
consumption and stability.  
IMPORTANT  
Roof rack/ski rack  
(where provided)  
134) The ABS with which the car is  
equipped will not control the braking  
system of the trailer. Particular caution is  
required on slippery roads.  
135) 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.  
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack  
from the roof when they are not used.  
These accessories lower aerodynamic  
penetration and adversely affect  
consumption levels. When transporting  
particularly large objects, use a trailer if  
possible.  
Any electric brake must be powered  
directly by the traditional battery  
through a cable with a cross-section of  
no less than 2.5 mm².  
DRIVING TIPS  
Electric devices  
Use electrical devices only for the  
amount of time needed. The heated  
rear window, windscreen wipers and  
heater fan require a considerable  
amount of energy; increasing  
the current uptake increases fuel  
consumption (by up to +25% in an  
urban cycle).  
SAVING FUEL  
Below are some suggestions which  
may help you save fuel and thus lower  
the amount of harmful emissions  
released into the atmosphere.  
In addition to the electrical branches,  
the car 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 15W. For connections use  
the preset control unit with battery  
cable with cross-section no less than  
2.5 mm².  
Car maintenance  
Checks and operations should be  
carried out in accordance with  
the "Service Schedule" (see the  
"Maintenance and care" chapter).  
Climate control system  
Using the climate control system will  
increase consumption: use standard  
ventilation when the temperature  
outside permits.  
Tyres  
Check the tyre pressures at least once  
every four weeks: if the pressure is too  
WARNING The use of auxiliary loads  
other than external lights (e.g. electric  
brake) must take place with engine  
running.  
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