Fiat Panda User Manual

OWNER HANDBOOKFIATPANDA

SPEEDOMETER (SPEED INDICATOR)Shows the car speed (speedometer).REV COUNTERThis indicates the engine rpm.FUEL LEVEL GAUGEThe digital gauge A fig. 4 sho

CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELYFor optimal protection in the event of a collision, allpassengers must be seated and wearing adequaterestraint systems.This pr

FITTING "UNIVERSAL" CHILD SEAT(with seat belts)GROUP 0 and 0+Babies up to 13 kg must be carried facing backwardson a child seat of a type as

The child seat is now needed only to position thechild correctly with respect to the belts so that thediagonal section crosses the child's chest

SUITABILITY OF PASSENGER SEATS FOR UNIVERSAL CHILD SEAT USEThe car complies with the new European Directive 2000/3/EC which governs the arrangement po

"ISOFIX" CHILD SEAT SETUPThe car can be fitted with a Universal Isofix childseat, a new European standardised system forcarrying children sa

WARNINGFit the child seat when the car isstationary.The child seat is correctlyanchored to the brackets when you hear theclick. Follow the instruction

SUITABILITY OF PASSENGER SEATS FOR ISOFIX CHILD SEAT USEThe table below shows the various installation possibilities for Isofix child seats on seats f

AIR BAGSThe car is fitted with front air bags for driver andpassenger, front side bags for driver and passengerchest-shoulder protection (for versions

WARNINGAlways drive keeping your hands on thesteering wheel rim so that the air bagcan inflate freely if necessary. Do not drive withyour body bent fo

Deactivation of passenger side front air bagand side bag for chest/pelvis protection (forversions/markets, where provided)If a child must be carried i

DISPLAYWith the ignition key removed, the display showsthree values for a few seconds when a front door isopened: time, temperature and total milomete

Window bagThis consists of two "curtain" bags housed behindthe side upholstery of the roof fig. 97and coveredwith finishing elements, which

WARNINGIf the warning light stays on whilstdriving, a fault may have occurred in therestraint systems. In this case the air bags orpretensioners may n

WARNINGIf the key is inserted and turned to MARwhen no faults are indicated by thewarning lights, air bags may be deployed ifanother vehicle crashes i

STARTING AND DRIVINGSTARTING THE ENGINESTARTING PROCEDURE FOR PETROLVERSIONSProceed as follows:❒ engage the handbrake and place the gearbox leverin ne

and then back to MAR-ON; if the warning lightremains lit, try with the other keys provided with thecar.Contact the Fiat Dealership if the engine still

STOPPING THE ENGINETurn the ignition key to STOP while the engine isidling.IMPORTANT After a demanding drive, beforeturning the engine off you should

WARNINGThe car should be braked after a fewclicks of the lever, if it is not, contact aFiat Dealership to have it adjusted.USING THE GEARBOXTo engage

WARNINGThe clutch pedal should be used only forgear changes. Do not drive with yourfoot resting on the clutch pedal, however lightly.For versions/mark

Electrical devicesOnly use electrical devices for the amount of timeneeded. The heated rear window, additionalheadlights, windscreen wipers and heater

Traffic and road conditionsRather high fuel consumption is caused by heavytraffic, for instance when travelling in a queue withfrequent use of low gea

CONTROL BUTTONSThese can be used to scroll through themultifunction display menu.Note The symbol on the buttons depends on theversion:and or and .To s

internal trailer light, though not more than 15 W. Forconnections, use the preset control unit with abattery cable with section no less than 2.5 mm2.I

WARNINGThe maximum speed for snow tyresmarked “Q” is 160 km/h, while it is 190km/h for “T” tyres and 210 km/h for "H" tyres.The highway code

STORING THE CARIf the car is to be left inactive for longer than amonth, the following precautions should beobserved:❒ park the car in covered, dry an

WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGESWARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGESGENERAL WARNINGSWarning lights are accompanied by a specific messageand/or acoustic warning wher

IMPORTANT If the warning light comes on when thevehicle is in motion, check that the handbrake isnot engaged.EBD FAILUREThe simultaneous switching on

WARNINGAfaultwiththe warning light isindicated by flashing of thewarninglight, which signals the deactivation of thepassenger side front airbag. In ad

LOW BATTERY CHARGE (red)(for versions/markets, where provided)When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warninglight switches on but should switch o

❒ use of the car for short drives, in which the enginedoes not have time to reach its regular operatingtemperature;❒ repeated interruption of the rege

IMPORTANT The warning light will flash to indicatea system failure. If this is the case, go to a FiatDealership to have the system checked.EOBD/INJECT

Hill Holder failureThis warning light switches on, on some versionstogether with a message in the display, in the eventof a Hill Holder system fault.

❒ SET TIME❒ SET DATE❒ SEE RADIO❒ AUTOCLOSE❒ MEASUREMENT UNIT❒ LANGUAGE❒ WARNING VOLUME❒ BELT BUZZER❒ SERVICE❒ AIRBAG/PASSENGER BAG (for versions/marke

IMPORTANT After the battery is disconnected, thesteering must be initialised. The warning lightswitches on to indicate this. To carry out thisprocedur

Speed limit exceeded(for versions/markets, where provided)The warning light switches on (together with amessage on the display) when the speed limit s

REAR FOG LIGHT (amber)The warning light switches on when the rear foglights are activated.FOG LIGHTS (green)The warning light switches on when the fog

are not properly closed. An acoustic signal is emittedwith the doors open and the car in motion.START&STOP SYSTEM ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION(for vers

IN AN EMERGENCYIn an emergency we recommend that you call the free-phone number found on the WarrantyBooklet.You can also go to the www.fiat.com websi

Never use a fast battery-charger to startthe engine as this could damage theelectronic systems of your car, particularlythe ignition and fuel supply c

WARNINGIf you change the type of wheel (alloyrims instead of steel rims and vice versa)you will have to change the entire set offastening bolts with a

WARNINGThe jack provided is only intended to beused for replacing tyres on the vehiclewith which it is supplied, or on same-modelvehicles. Never use t

❒ operate the device A fig. 104 to extend the jackuntil the top of the jack B fig. 105 fits correctlyinto the side member C (next to the markonthe sid

❒ use the wrench A provided to fully tighten thebolts in a criss-cross fashion as per the numericalsequence illustrated in fig. 106;❒ when replacing a

MENU ITEMSMenuThis item allows you to access the Setup Menu. Presstheor fig. 7 button to select the variousMenu items. Hold down thebutton to return t

❒ using the wrench provided, tighten the fasteningbolts;❒ lower the car and remove the jack;❒ using the wrench provided, fully tighten the boltsin the

❒ a pair of protective gloves located in the sidecompartment of the compressor;❒ adapters for inflating different elements.WARNINGGive the instruction

WARNINGDo not operate the compressor forlonger than 20 consecutive minutes. Riskof overheating.Tyres repaired with the quicktyre repair kit must only

off to obtain a more precise reading; ❒ if after five minutes it is still impossible to reach atleast 1.8 bar, disengage the compressor from thevalve

WARNINGIf the pressure has fallen below 1.8 bar,do not drive any further: the automatictyre quick repair kit cannot guarantee thecorrect hold because

CHANGING A BULBGENERAL INSTRUCTIONS❒ Before changing a bulb check the contacts foroxidation;❒ burnt bulbs must be replaced by others of thesame type a

IMPORTANT When the weather is cold or damp orafter heavy rain or washing, the surface of headlightsor rear lights, may steam up and/or form drops ofco

TYPES OF BULBSVarious types of bulbs are fitted to your car:All-glass bulbs: (type A) press-fitted. Pull to remove.Bayonet type bulbs: (type B) to rem

BulbsUse Type Power Re. FigureDipped headlights\Main Beam Headlights H4 55W DFront side lights/Day lights (DRL) P21/5W 21W BRear side lights P21/5W 5W

❒ refit the new bulb on the connector making surethat it is locked correctly, then reinsert theconnector unit and the bulb holder B inits housing;❒ th

For activation/deactivation, proceed as follows:❒ press thebutton briefly to make the display flash"On" or "Off" according to the

❒ turn and remove the bulb holder E;❒ release and replace the bulb;❒ refit the new lamp and carry out the proceduredescribed previously in reverse.SID

To change the bulb proceed as follows:❒ slacken the two screws fig. 121 from their seats,pull gently outwards until releasing the wholeheadlight from

❒ turn and remove the bulb holder E;❒ extract the bulb and replace it;❒ refit the new lamp and carry out the proceduredescribed previously in reverse.

REPLACING INTERIOR BULBSFor the type of bulb and corresponding power rating,see the paragraph "Changing a bulb".FRONT ROOF LIGHTVersions wit

❒ open the flap B fig. 128 and replace the bulbs Creleasing them from the side contacts. Makesure that the new bulbs are correctly securedbetween the

REPLACING FUSESGENERAL INFORMATIONFuses protect the electrical system: they intervene(blow) in the event of a failure or improperintervention on the s

WARNINGIf a general fuse (MEGA-FUSE,MIDI-FUSE, MAXI-FUSE) blows contacta Fiat Dealership.WARNINGBefore replacing a fuse, make sure thatthe ignition ke

FUSE LOCATIONEngine compartment fuse boxThis is located next to the battery: to access fusesproceed as follows❒ undo the screw A fig. 133, remove the

Dashboard fuse box154GETTING TO KNOWYOUR CARSAFETYSTARTING ANDDRIVINGWARNING LIGHTSAND MESSAGESIN ANEMERGENCYSERVICING ANDMAINTENANCETECHNICALSPECIFIC

FUSE SUMMARY TABLEEngine compartment fuse box FUSE AMPSBody Computer Node F01 60Passenger compartment fan F08 40Fog lights F09 15Horns F10 15Main beam

❒ press the or button to make theadjustment;❒ press thebutton briefly to return to the menuscreen or hold the button down to return to thestandard scr

Dashboard fuse box FUSE AMPS+15(*) headlamp alignment correctorF13 5+15(*) Ignition-operated control with inhibitionduring engine startingF31 5+30(**)

BATTERY RECHARGINGIMPORTANT The battery recharging procedure isgiven as information only. You are advised to contacta Fiat Dealership to have this ope

RAISING THE CARIf the car needs to be jacked up, go to a FiatDealership which is equipped with shop jacks andjack arms.WARNINGThe vehicle must only be

TOWING THE CARThe tow hook, which is supplied with the car, ishoused in the tool box, under the carpet in theluggage compartment.ATTACHING THE TOW HOO

WARNINGWhilst towing, remember that as theassistance of the brake servo and theelectric power assisted steering is not available,greater force needs t

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCESCHEDULED SERVICINGCorrect servicing is essential in guaranteeing a longlife for the car under the best conditions.Fiat has t

SCHEDULED SERVICING PLANPETROLVERSIONSServices must be performed every 30,000 km or 24 months.Thousands of miles 18 36 54 72 90 108Thousands of km 30

Thousands of miles 18 36 54 72 90 108Thousands of km 30 60 90 120 150 180Months 24 48 72 96 120 144Check timing toothed belt conditions (excluding 0.9

DIESEL VERSIONSServices must be performed every 35,000 km or 24 months.Thousands of miles 21 42 63 84 105Thousands of km 35 70 105 140 175Months 24 48

Thousands of miles 21 42 63 84 105Thousands of km 35 70 105 140 175Months 24 48 72 96 120Checking the manual gearbox oil level ●●●●●Check battery char

❒ if you select "Distances", pressing the buttonbriefly makes the display show "km" or "mi"depending on the previous set

PERIODIC CHECKSEvery 1,000 km or before long journeys, check and, ifnecessary, restore:❒ engine coolant, brake fluid and windscreen washerfluid level;

CHECKING FLUID LEVELSWARNINGNever smoke while working in theengine compartment: gas andinflammable vapours may be present, with therisk of fire.WARNIN

0.9 TwinAir 85 HP versionsA. Engine oil plug/filler B. Engine oil dipstick C. Engine coolant fluid D. Washer fluid for windscreen/rear window E. Brake

1.2 8V 69 HP versionsA. Engine oil plug/filler B. Engine oil dipstick C. Engine coolant fluid D. Washer fluid for windscreen/rear window E. Brakefluid

1.3 16V MultiJet versionsA. Engine oil plug/filler B. Engine oil dipstick C. Engine coolant fluid D. Washer fluid for windscreen/rear window E. Brakef

ENGINE OILCheck the oil level a few minutes (about five) afterthe engine has stopped, with the vehicle parkedon level ground.For 1.2 8V 69 HP and 1.3

PARAFLUUPanti-freeze is used in theengine cooling system. Use the same fluidas in the cooling system when toppingup. PARAFLUUPcannot be mixed with any

WARNINGBrake fluid is poisonous and highlycorrosive. If contact accidentally occurs,immediately wash the affected areas withwater and a neutral deterg

BATTERYBattery F (see previous pages) does not require theelectrolyte to be topped up with distilled water. Aperiodic check carried out at a Fiat Deal

Incorrect installation of electric andelectronic devices may cause severedamage to your car. After purchasing yourvehicle, if you wish to install any

interval (in kilometres or miles) before the nextengine oil change is due.To consult this information, proceed as follows:❒ briefly press thebutton, w

The tyres must be replaced when the tread is lessthan 1.6 mm thick. In any case, follow the lawsin force in the country where you are driving.IMPORTAN

WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOWWIPERBLADESReplace the blades if the rubber edge is deformed orworn. In any event, it is advisable to replace themapproximately

The rear window washer jets Afig. 147 can beadjusted rotating the side notch with a screwdriverB. If there is no jet of fluid, firstly check that ther

BODYWORKPROTECTION AGAINST ATMOSPHERICAGENTSThe car is equipped with the best availabletechnological solutions to protect the bodyworkagainst corrosio

Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned in the sameway as the rest of the car.Avoid parking under trees as much as possible; theresin from trees dulls

INTERIORSPeriodically check for water puddles under the matsthat could cause the panels to rust.WARNINGNever use flammable products, such aspetrol eth

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSIDENTIFICATION DATAWe recommend taking note of the identificationcodes. The following identification codes are printedand show

BODYWORK PAINT IDENTIFICATIONPLATEThis is applied inside the bonnet (left side) and bearsthe following datafig. 150:A Paint manufacturer.B Colour name

ENGINE CODE - BODYWORK VERSIONSVersions Engine code Bodywork versions0.9 TwinAir 85 HP(*)312A2000312PXG1A P1 (4-SEATER)312PXG1A P1B (5-SEATER)1.2 8v 6

ENGINEVersions0.9 TwinAir 85 HP(*)1.2 8V 69 HP1.3 16V MultiJet(*)Engine code 312A2000 169A4000 199A9000Cycle Otto Otto DieselNumber and arrangement of

Exit MenuThe last function, which closes the cycle of settingslisted in the menu screen. Pressing thebuttonbriefly will return the display to the stan

FUEL SUPPLYVersions Fuel supply0.9 TwinAir 85 HPTimed sequential Multipoint electronic injection, with knock control and intake valvevariable actuatio

BRAKESVersions Front service brakes Rear service brakes Parking brake0.9 TwinAir 85 HP Self-ventilated discDrum, self-centering shoeswith control cyli

SUSPENSIONVersions Front Rear0.9 TwinAir 85 HPIndependent, MacPherson type withlower transversal wishbones secured toan auxiliary crossmemberInterconn

WHEELSRIMS AND TYRESPressed steel or alloy rims. Tubeless radial carcasstyres. The vehicle registration document also lists alltype-approved tyres.IMP

Load rating (capacity)70 = 335 kg 81 = 462 kg71 = 345 kg 82 = 475 kg72 = 355 kg 83 = 487 kg73 = 365 kg 84 = 500 kg74 = 375 kg 85 = 515 kg75 = 387 kg 8

RIMS AND TYRES PROVIDED AS STANDARDVersions Rims Tyres Snow tyresSpace-saver wheel(*)RimTy re0.9 TwinAir 85 HP5,5JX14H2-ET35175/65 R14 82T175/65 R14 8

COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE (bar)Add +0.3 bar to the prescribed pressure when the tyres are warm.Recheck pressure value with cold tyres.Ty re sNo loa

RIM PROTECTORTYRESWARNINGDO NOT fit wheel hub caps when usingintegral hub caps fixed (with springs)to the steel rim and after sale tyres providedwith

DIMENSIONSBoot capacity: capacity (V.D.A. standards)= 225 litres.ABCDE FGH I3653 747 2300 606 1551 1407 1643 1409 1882fig. 153F0W0003194GETTING TO KNO

PERFORMANCEMax. speed in km/h that can be reached after initial car use.Versions km/h0.9 TwinAir 85 HP 1771.2 8V 69 HP 1641.3 16V MultiJet 168WEIGHTS

We really know your car because we invented, designed and built it: we really know every single detail. At Fiat Service authorised workshops you can f

Note The “Trip B” function may be disabled (see“Activating Trip B”). The “Range” and “Instantconsumption" parameters cannot be reset.Values displ

Versions 0.9 TwinAir 85 HP 1.2 8V 69 HP 1.3 16V MultiJet– total:1455 (4 seats) / 1475 (5seats)1420 (4 seats) / 1440 (5seats)1515 (4 seats) / 1535 (5se

Petrol versions 0.9 TwinAir 85 HP 1.2 8V 69 HPRecommended fuelsand original lubricantsHydraulic brake circuit (litres): 0,55 0,55 TUTELA TOP 4Windscre

Diesel versions 1.3 16V Mul tiJetRecommendedfuels and originallubricantsFuel tank capacity (litres): 37Diesel for motorvehicles (EN 590specification)i

FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSRECOMMENDED PRODUCTS AND THEIR SPECIFICATIONSUseFluid and lubricant specifications forcorrect car operationGenuine fluids andlubr

UseFluid and lubricant specifications forcorrect car operationGenuine fluids andlubricantsApplicationsLubricants formotion trans-missionSAE 75W grade

UseFluid and lubricant specifications forcorrect car operationGenuine fluids andlubricantsApplicationsProtectiveagent for radia-torsRed protective age

FUEL CONSUMPTIONThe fuel consumption figures given in the table below are determined on the basis of the type-approval testslaid down by specific Euro

CO2EMISSIONSThe CO2emission levels given in the following tables refer to combined consumption.Versions CO2emissions according to the current European

PRESCRIPTIONS FOR HANDLING THE VEHICLE AT THE END OF ITS LIFEFiat has been committed for many years to safeguarding the environment through the consta

TABLE OF CONTENTSINTRODUCTION ...207ADVICE...

❒ “automatic” resetting, when the “Trip distance”reaches 99999.9 km or when the “Travel time”reaches 999:59 (999 hours and 59 minutes);❒ after disconn

SELECTING MP3 SESSIONS ON HYBRID DISCS ...237DISPLAY INFORMATION...238SELECTING NEXT/PREVIOUS FOLD

INTRODUCTIONThe radio has been designed according to thepassenger compartment's specific characteristics andwith a personalised design that compl

CDDirt, scratches or any distortions on CDs may causeskipping during playback and poor sound quality.Follow these tips for optimum playback conditions

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICSSpeakers for basic audio specificationFront speakers❒ 2 full-range speakers with Ø 165 mm placed in thedoor panel.Rear speake

QUICK GUIDEfig. 1F0W0004210SOUND-SYSTEM

General functionsButton Functions ModeSwitching on short button pressSwitching off short button pressVolume adjustment LH/RH knob rotationFM ASFM1, FM

Radio functionsButton Functions ModeRadio station search:- Automatic search- Manual searchAutomatic search: pressingor buttons(long press for fast for

Media Player functions (only with Blue&Me™)Button Functions ModeSelect previous/next folder/artist/genre/albumdepending on the active selection mo

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS(for versions/markets, where provided)Button Functions ModeAudioMute on/off (Radio mode) or Pausefunction (MP3 or Media Player

INTRODUCTIONThe radio offers the following functions:Radio section❒ PLL tuning with FM/AM/MW frequency bands;❒ RDS (Radio Data System) with TA (traffi

THE FIAT CODE SYSTEMTo further protect your car from theft, it has beenfitted with an engine immobilising system. It isautomatically activated when th

MP3 CD section❒ MP3-Info function (ID3-TAG);❒ Folder selection (previous/next);❒ Track selection (forward/back);❒ Fast advance (forward/back) through

FUNCTIONS AND ADJUSTMENTSSWITCHING ON THE CAR RADIOThe car radio comes on when the button/knob(ON/OFF) is pressed briefly.When the car radio is turned

When the volume level is changed using thededicated controls, the Mute function is deactivatedand the volume is adjusted to the new level selected.Wit

BALANCE ADJUSTMENTProceed as follows:❒ Select the "Balance" setting in the AUDIO menuusing theor button;❒ press thebutton to increase the vo

EQ FUNCTION(equaliser activation/deactivation)The built-in equaliser can be activated/deactivated.When the equaliser function is off, the audio settin

MENUMenu button functionsPress the Menu function briefly to activate theMENU function. The display will show the first menuitem that can be adjusted (

If the AF function is activated, "AF" will light up in thedisplay.If the AF function has been activated and the radio isnot able to receive

TRAFFIC INFORMATION function(traffic information)Some stations on the FM band (FM1, FM2 and FMA)can broadcast information about traffic conditions.In

REGIONAL MODE function(regional transmission reception)Some national broadcasters will transmit regionalprogrammes at certain times of the day (that v

SPEED VOLUME function(speed-based volume change)This function automatically adapts the volume levelto the speed of the car, increasing the volume when

THE KEYSCODE CARD(for versions/markets, where provided)The car is delivered with two copies of the ignitionkey and with the CODE card which bears thef

SPEECH VOLUME function(telephone volume setting)By turning the(ON/OFF) button/knob or pressingthe/ buttons, this function allows the volume tobe adjus

PHONE SET-UPIf a hands-free kit is installed on the car, when thereis an incoming phone call the radio audio will beconnected to the telephone output.

ANTI-THEFT PROTECTIONThe radio is equipped with an anti-theft protectionsystem based on the exchange of informationbetween the radio and the electroni

RADIO (TUNER)INTRODUCTIONWhen the radio is switched on, the last functionselected before it was switched off is activated:Radio, CD, CD MP3 or Media P

STORING THE LAST STATION LISTENEDTOThe radio automatically stores the last station thatwas selected for each reception band, which is thentuned into w

MANUAL TUNINGThis is used to manually search for stations in thepreselected band.Select the desired frequency band and then press theorbutton briefly

EMERGENCY ALARM RECEPTIONThe radio is configured to receive emergency alertsin RDS mode in exceptional circumstances or wheredangerous situations are

CD PLAYERINTRODUCTIONThis section describes the variants regarding theoperation of the CD player: as far as the operation ofthe radio is concerned, re

If the ejected CD is reloaded without having removedit completely from the slot, the radio will not switchto the CD source.Possible error messagesIf t

DISPLAY INFORMATIONWhen the CD player is in operation, informationappears on the display with the following meanings:❒ "CD Track 5": indicat

KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL(for versions/markets, where provided)The metal insert A fig. 11 operates:❒ the ignition switch;❒ the door lock.Press button B

CD MP3 PLAYERINTRODUCTIONThis chapter only describes the variants regarding theoperation of the CD MP3 player: as far as theoperation of the radio is

SELECTING MP3 SESSIONS ON HYBRIDDISCSIf a hybrid disc is inserted (Mixed Mode, Enhanced,CD-Extra) also containing MP3 files, the radioautomatically st

DISPLAY INFORMATIONID3-TAG information displayIn addition to the information relating to the timeelapsed, the name of the folder and the name of thefi

AUX (only with the Blue&Me™system)(for versions/markets, where provided)INTRODUCTIONThis section describes the variants regarding theoperation of

MP3 FILE READINGTrack skips during MP3 file playbackThe CD is scratched or dirty. Clean the CD, referringto the description in the paragraph “CD” in t

RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSIONS241DASHBOARD (RIGHT-HAND DRIVE VERSION)The presence and position of the controls, instruments and indicators may vary accordi

242RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSIONSCONTROL PANEL ANDINSTRUMENTSThe instrument background colour and type may vary according to the version.VERSIONS WITH MULT

RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSIONS243A. Speedometer (speed indicator) B. Multifunction display C. Rev counterTOTkmiCfig. 3- Diesel versionsF0W0298

244RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSIONSDashboard fuse boxTo access the fuses, open the glove compartmentThe fuses are located in the fuse box shown in fig.

RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSIONS245WARNINGThe car should be braked after a fewclicks of the lever, if it is not, contact aFiat Dealership to have it adjusted

REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL REMOTECONTROLSThe system can recognise up to 8 remote controls.Should a new remote control be necessary, contact aFiat Dealersh

®Always ask your mechanic for ®In the heart of your engine.

The engine of your car is factory filled with Selenia. Oil change? The experts recommend SeleniaThis is an engine oil range which satisfies the most a

NOTES

IndexABS ... 69ABS (system) ... 69Air Bag– Deactivation ofpassenger front air

Diesel filter... 173Dipped beam headlights– control... 44Dipped headlights– control..

Headlights - fog lightalignment ... 68Headlights... 68– adjusting headlightsabroad.

Parking sensors ... 77Passenger side glovecompartment... 52Performance (top speed)... 195Plugs

Storing the car... 118Sun roof ... 54Sun visors ... 53

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IGNITION DEVICEThe key can be turned to 3 different positionsfig. 13:❒ STOP: engine off, key can be removed, steeringcolumn locked. Some electrical de

The data contained in this publication is intended merely as a guide. FIAT reserves the right to modify the models and versions described in this book

WARNINGIt is absolutely forbidden to carry outany after-market operation involvingsteering system or steering columnmodifications (e.g.: installation

Height adjustment (for versions/markets, whereprovided)Adjust lever B fig. 15 upwards or downwards toobtain the required height.IMPORTANT Carry out th

HEAD RESTRAINTSFRONTThey are height-adjustable: to adjust them, operateas follows.Upwards adjustment: raise the head restraintuntil it clicks into pla

CHOOSING GENUINE PARTSIS THE MOST NATURAL CHOICEPERFORMANCEGENUINE PARTSCOMFORTGENUINE PARTS SAFETYGENUINE PARTSAMBIENTGENUINE PARTSVALUESGENUINE PART

REAR(for versions/markets, where provided)Depending on the version, the rear seats may befitted with two or three height-adjustable headrestraints.Upw

WARNINGIt is absolutely forbidden to carry outany after-market operation involvingsteering system or steering columnmodifications (e.g. installation o

❒ select the desired mirror (left or right) usingswitch A fig. 22 ;❒ move switch A to position B and manipulate it toadjust the left door mirror;❒ mov

CLIMATE CONTROLSIDE AIR DIFFUSERSA fig. 24 - Adjustable and directable side air diffusers:❒ use device B to adjust the diffuser to the desiredposition

CLIMATIC COMFORTDIFFUSERS1. Fixed upper diffusers 2. Adjustable and directable and fixed side diffusers for side windows 3. Adjustable and directablec

HEATER/MANUAL CLIMATECONTROL(for versions/markets, where provided)CONTROLSA Air temperature knob (red=hot/blue=cold)fig. 27B Air recirculation knob fi

towards the body, the side windows and the feettowards the feet onlytowards the feet and the windscreentowards the windscreen onlyD Heated rear window

PASSENGER COMPARTMENTVENTILATIONTo ventilate the passenger compartment well,proceed as follows:❒ turn knob A fig. 27to the blue section;❒ Turn selecto

❒ turn knob C to ;❒ turn knob E to 4 (maximum fan speed).IMPORTANT The climate control system is veryuseful for speeding up demisting since it dehumid

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL(for versions/markets, where provided)CONTROLSButtons A - Manual air distribution selectionBy pressing the buttons, one of th

HOW TO RECOGNISE GENUINE PARTSAir cleanerGenuine PartsShock absorberGenuine PartsBrake padsGenuine PartsTo recognise a Genuine Part, check that the c

+distribution between footwell diffusers andwindscreen/front side window vents. Thistype of distribution achieves effectiveheating of the passenger co

Button F - Heated rear window, foldingmirror/heated windscreen (for versions/markets, where available) activation/deactivationPressing thebutton switc

DESCRIPTIONThe automatically controlled parameters andfunctions are:❒ air temperature at the vents;❒ air distribution at the vents;❒ fan speed (contin

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEMOPERATIONPress the AUTO button; the system willautomatically adjust:❒ the amount of air introduced into the passengerc

❒ setting maximum air temperature;❒ activation of air flow.HEATED REAR WINDOW AND DOORMIRROR DEMISTING/DEFROSTING (forversions/markets, where provided

IMPORTANT Internal air recirculation makes itpossible to reach the required heating or coolingconditions more quickly depending on the modeselected. I

SWITCHING OFF THE CLIMATE CONTROLSYSTEMPress thebutton.The LEDS next to thesymbol and internal airrecirculation indication on the control panel switch

The operation of the climate control system can inany case be favoured by deactivating the Start&Stopfunction using the dedicated button on thedas

WARNINGThe daytime running lights are analternative to the dipped beamheadlights for driving during the daytime incountries where it is compulsory to

Lane change functionIf you wish to signal a lane change, put the left stalkin the unstable position for less than half a second.The direction indicato

Dear Customer,We would like to congratulate and thank you for choosing FIAT.We have written this handbook to help you get to know all the features of

to its default position and the wiper will beautomatically stopped.With the ring nut A fig. 30 in position, thewindscreen wiper will automatically ada

Do not use the rear window wiper toremovelayersofsnoworice.Intheseconditions, the windscreen wiper may besubmitted to excessive effort resulting in th

❒ pressed to the left (position 0): lights C and D arealways switched off;❒ pressed to the right (position 2): lights C and Dare always switched on.Th

❒ when doors are locked (either with remotecontrol or with key on driver side door), the rooflight switches off.❒ the courtesy lights are switched off

FOG LIGHTS(for versions/markets, where provided)Press buttonfig. 34 to switch the lights on/off.Press the button again to switch the lights off. Withl

ECO button again to deactivate the function andrestore the normal driving setting.FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEMThis intervenes in the case of an impact causing:

INTERIOR FITTINGSPASSENGER SIDE GLOVE COMPARTMENTOperate handle A fig. 37 to open the compartment.WARNINGNever travel with the glovecompartment open:

ASHTRAY(for versions/markets, where provided)The ashtray is a removable spring-loaded plasticcontainer that must be fitted into the right cup/canholde

SUN ROOF(for versions/markets, where provided)The large electric sun roof comprises two glasspanels; the front one is mobile and the rear onefixed. Th

Press button B from the fully open position fig. 42. Ifthe button is pressed for more than half a second,the roof will automatically move to spoiler p

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION!REFUELLINGPetrol engines: only refuel with unleaded petrolwith octane rating (RON) not less than 95 incompliance with the Europe

INITIALISATION PROCEDUREFollowing an automatic motion malfunction whileopening/closing or an emergency manoeuvre (seedescription in the previous parag

IMPORTANT If one of the front doors is not fullyclosed or in the event of system failure, central doorlocking will not operate and, after 10/11 attemp

The device remains on even if the doors areunlocked electrically.IMPORTANT The rear doors cannot be openedfrom the inside when the child lock device i

ELECTRIC WINDOWSFRONT ELECTRIC WINDOWSThese operate when the ignition key is turned toMAR and for about three minutes after turning thekey to STOP or

WARNINGImproper use of the electric windowsmay be dangerous. Before and duringoperation, always check that no-one is exposedto the risk of being injur

when the luggage compartment is closed. The lightswitches off automatically after a few minutes ifthe tailgate is left open.Emergency opening from ins

EXTENDING THE LUGGAGECOMPARTMENTRemoving the parcel shelf.Proceed as follows:❒ free the ends of the two parcel shelf mountinglinks A fig. 53 by removi

The car can be fitted with split rear backrest as anoptional on some versions. The boot extensionpossibilities are many and can be chosen according to

CARGO BOX(for versions/markets, where provided)It consists of a preformed box, which is located inthe luggage compartment and can be used to storeobje

Use both hands to lift the bonnet. Beforelifting, check that the windscreen wiperarms are not raised from the windscreen,that the car is stationary an

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CARINSTRUMENT PANELThe presence and position of the controls, instruments and indicators may vary according to the differentversi

CLOSINGProceed as follows:❒ keep the bonnet raised with one hand and removerod C fig. 59 from housing E with the other,inverting the opening motion, t

WARNINGNever exceed the maximum permittedloads (see chapter "Technicalspecifications").WARNINGEvenly distribute the load and take intoaccoun

HEADLIGHTSLIGHT BEAM DIRECTIONThe correct alignment of the headlights is importantfor the comfort and safety of not only the driverbut all other road

ABSABS is an integral part of the braking system whichprevents, whatever the road conditions and forceapplied to the brake pedal, one or more wheels f

WARNINGWhen the Mechanical Brake Assistintervenes, noises may be heard fromthe system.This is normal. In any case, keep thebrake pedal firmly depresse

HILL HOLDER SYSTEMThis system is an integral part of the ESC system andfacilitates starting on slopes.It is activated automatically in the following i

conditions, slipping of the drive wheels when movingoff makes it possible to obtain better traction.WARNINGFor the ESC and ASR systems to functioncorr

START&STOP SYSTEM(for versions/markets, where provided)INTRODUCTIONThe Start&Stop system automatically stops theengine when the car is station

❒ battery not sufficiently charged;❒ heated rear window or heated windscreenactivated (for versions/markets, where available);❒ windscreen wipers work

SAFETY FUNCTIONSWhen the engine is stopped by the Start&Stopsystem, if the driver releases his/her seat belt andopens the driver's or passeng

CONTROL PANEL ANDINSTRUMENTSThe instrument background colour and type may vary according to the version.VERSIONS WITH MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAYA. Speedome

JUMP STARTINGWhen jump starting, never connect the negative lead(-) of the auxiliary battery to the negative pole Afig. 66 of the car battery, but rat

EOBD SYSTEMThe EOBD system (European On Board Diagnosis)carries out a continuous diagnosis of thecomponents of the car related to emissions. It alsoal

The acoustic signal frequency:❒ increases as the distance between the car and theobstacle decreases❒ becomes continuous when the distance betweenthe c

❒ The signals sent by the sensors can also be alteredby the presence of ultrasonic systems (e.g.pneumatic brake systems or pneumatic drills) nearthe v

When the CITY function is on, the steering wheeleffort is lighter and parking operations are easier:therefore this function is particularly useful for

WIRING FOR RADIO SYSTEM(for versions/markets, where provided)If no car radio was requested at the time ofpurchase, the car is provided with a compartm

SETUP(for versions/markets, where provided)The system consists of:❒ radio supply leads;❒ radio housing;❒ aerial (on car roof);❒ according to the optio

INSTALLING ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC DEVICESINSTALLING ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONICDEVICESElectrical and electronic devices installed after buyingthe car in the

REFUELLING THE CARVersions equipped with "Smart Fuel" system areprovided with an inhibiter which prevents refuellingwith incorrect fuel.Acci

REFUELLING PROCEDURE FOR VERSIONSEQUIPPED WITH "SMART FUEL" SYSTEM"Smart Fuel" is a device integrated with the end ofthe fuel fill

A. Speedometer (speed indicator) B. Multifunction display C. Rev counterTOTkmiCfig. 3 - Diesel versionsF0W00015GETTING TOKNOW YOUR CARSAFETYSTARTING A

❒ insert adapter B in the filler as shown in fig. 76 andrefuel;❒ after refuelling, remove the adapter and close theflap;❒ reintroduce the adapter in t

IMPORTANT If the filler compartment is washedwith a high pressure jet, keep it at a distance ofat least 20 cm.PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENTThe following

SAFETYSEAT BELTSUSING THE SEAT BELTSThe belt should be worn keeping the torso straightand rested against the backrest.To fasten the seat belts, hold t

WARNINGRemember that in the event of a violentcollision, back seat passengers notwearing seat belts also represent a seriousdanger for the front seat

ADJUSTING THE SEAT BELT HEIGHT(for versions/markets, where provided)The height can be adjusted to 4 different positions.To adjust, press button A fig.

❒ 3 = rear centre seat (passenger) (for versions/markets where provided);❒ 4 = rear right seat (passenger) (for versions/markets where provided).❒ 5 =

two warning lights will proceed with the visualindication independently.Rear seats (warning light no. 2, no. 3 and no. 4)For the rear seats, the remin

WARNINGThe pretensioner may be used onlyonce.After it is triggered, have itreplaced at a Fiat Dealership. Consult the dataplate in the passenger compa

WARNINGFor maximum safety, keep the back ofyour seat upright, lean back into itand make sure the seat belt fits closely acrossyour chest and pelvis.Al

WARNINGIf the belt has been sharply pulled, forexample as the result of an accident, thesafety belt, together with the anchoring devices,the anchoring