Fiat Panda (2022 year). Manual in english — page 8

STARTING AND DRIVING

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Engage a low gear when driving

downhill, rather than constantly using

the brake.
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

vehicle registration document) account

should be taken of the fully laden trailer,

including accessories and luggage.
Respect the speed limits specific to

each country for cars towing trailers.

In any case, the top speed must not

exceed 100 km/h.
An electric brake (or electric winch)

should be supplied directly by the

conventional battery through a cable

with a cross section of no less than 2.5

mm2.
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 15 W. For connections,

use the preset control unit with a

conventional battery cable with section
not less than 2.5 mm2.
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.

WARNING The use of auxiliary loads

other than external lights (electric

brake, winch, etc.) must take place

with engine running.

WARNING To install a tow hook

contact a Fiat Dealership.

135)

The ABS with which the car is

equipped will not control the braking

system of the trailer. Particular caution is

required on slippery roads.

136)

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.

SAVING FUEL

Here are some suggestions which

may help you save fuel and lower the

amount of harmful emissions released

into the atmosphere.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Vehicle maintenance

Have checks and adjustments carried

out in accordance with the “Scheduled

Servicing Plan”.

Tyres

Check the tyre pressures at least once

every four weeks: if the pressure is too

low, consumption levels increase as

resistance to rolling is higher.

Unnecessary loads

Do not travel with an overloaded

boot. The weight of the vehicle and

its arrangement greatly affect fuel

consumption and stability.

Roof rack/ski rack

Remove the roof rack or the ski

rack from the roof after use. These

accessories lower aerodynamic

penetration and adversely affect

consumption levels. When transporting

particularly large objects, use a trailer if

possible.

Electric devices

Use electrical devices only for the

amount of time needed. The heated

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rear window, additional headlights,

windscreen/rear window wipers and

heater fan need a considerable amount

of energy, therefore increasing fuel

consumption (by up to 25% in the

urban cycle).

Climate control module

The use of the climate control system

leads to higher fuel consumption. If the

temperature outside permits, try to use

ventilation only.

Devices for aerodynamic control

The use of non-certified spoilers may

adversely affect air drag and fuel

consumption.

DRIVING STYLE

Start

Do not warm the engine with the

car at a standstill or at idle or high

speed: under these conditions the

engine warms up much more slowly,

increasing consumption and emissions.

It is therefore advisable to move off

immediately, slowly, avoiding high

speeds: in this way the engine will

warm up more quickly.

Unnecessary actions

Avoid accelerating when stopped at

traffic lights or before switching off the

engine. This action and also double

declutching is absolutely pointless

on modern cars and also increases

consumption and pollution.

Gear selection

As soon as the conditions of the traffic

and road permit, use a higher gear.

Using a low gear for faster acceleration

will increase fuel consumption.
In the same way improper use of a high

gear increases consumption, emissions

and engine wear.

Top speed

Fuel consumption increases

considerably with speed. Maintain a

constant speed, avoiding unnecessary

braking and acceleration, which cost in

terms of both fuel consumption and

emissions.

Acceleration

Accelerating violently will greatly

affect consumption and emissions:

acceleration should be gradual.

CONDITIONS OF USE

Cold starting

Short journeys and frequent cold

starts do not allow the engine to reach

optimum operating temperature.
Consequently, both consumption (from

+15 to +30% on the urban cycle) and

emissions will increase.

Traffic and road conditions

Rather high consumption levels are

linked to situations with heavy traffic,

for instance when travelling in queues

with frequent use of the lower gears or

in cities with many traffic lights.
Winding mountain roads and rough

road surfaces also adversely affect

consumption.

Stops in traffic

During prolonged hold-ups (e.g. level

crossings) the engine should be

switched off.

IN AN EMERGENCY

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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.
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.

HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS . ... 127
REPLACING A BULB . . . . .. 127
FUSE REPLACEMENT . . . . 134
CHANGING A WHEEL . . . . 138
Fix&Go KIT . . . . . . . . 141
JUMP STARTING . . . . . ... 143
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM . . . 146
TOWING THE CAR. . . . . . 146

127

HAZARD WARNING

LIGHTS

Press button (A) fig. 132 to switch the
lights on/off. Warning lights

and

in the instrument panel are lit up when

the lights are ON.

WARNING The use of hazard warning

lights is governed by the highway

code of the country you are driving in:

comply with legal requirements.

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F1D0023

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.

REPLACING A BULB

137) 138) 139)

47) 48)

GENERAL

INSTRUCTIONS

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;

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.

137)

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.

138)

Halogen bulbs contain pressurised

gas, in the case of breakage they may

burst causing glass fragments to be

projected outwards.

139)

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.

47)

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.

48)

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.

IN AN EMERGENCY

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Light bulbs

Type

Power

Dipped/main beam headlights

H4

55W

Front side lights/Day lights (DRL)

P21/5W

21W

Rear side lights

P21/5W

5W

Front direction indicators

PY21W

21W

Side turn light

W5W

5W

Rear direction indicators

PY21W

21W

Stop

P21/5W

21W

Third brake light

LED

‒

Fog lights

H11

55W

Reverse gear

W16W

16W

Rear fog light

W16W

16W

Number plate

C5W

5W

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FRONT LIGHT CLUSTERS

(except Panda Cross versions)

The bulbs are arranged inside the front

light cluster fig. 133 as follows:

(A) - Dipped beam/main beam

headlights/ direction indicators;

(B) - Daytime running lights (DRL);

(C) - Fog lights.

133

F1D0134

FRONT LIGHT CLUSTERS

(Panda Cross versions)
On the Panda Cross versions, the

bulbs are arranged inside the front light

cluster fig. 134 as follows:
(A) - Dipped beam/main beam

headlights/ direction indicators;
(B) - Fog lights;
(C) - Daytime running lights (DRL).

134

F1D0117

DIPPED/MAIN BEAMS

To replace the bulb, proceed as

follows:

remove cover (A) fig. 135;

135

F1D0079

push the connector + bulb holder

unit (B) fig. 136 downwards;

extract the bulb (C) from the

connector (D) and replace it;

136

F1D0080

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;

then refit the cover (A).

DIRECTION INDICATORS

Front

To replace the bulb, proceed as

follows:

remove cover (B) fig. 135;

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;

Side

To replace the bulb, proceed as

follows:

adjust the lens (A) fig. 137 to

compress in the clip B, then pull the

cluster outwards;

IN AN EMERGENCY

130

turn the bulb holder (C)

anticlockwise, extract the bulb and

replace it;

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.

137

F1D0081

FOG LIGHTS

(for versions/markets, where provided -

except Panda Cross versions)
To replace the bulb, proceed as

follows:

steering the wheel fulling inwards,

turn the screws (A) fig. 138 and fig. 139

and move the inner wheel arch plastic

cover (B) aside to access the bulb.

B

138

F1D0812

139

F1D0813

adjust the clip (C) fig. 140 and

disconnect the electrical connector (D);

140

F1D0083

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.

FOG LIGHTS

(Panda Cross versions)
To remove the fog light bulb, contact a

Fiat Dealership.

SIDE LIGHTS / DAYTIME

RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL)

(for versions/markets, where provided -

except Panda Cross versions)
To replace the bulb, proceed as

follows:

steering the wheel fulling inwards,

turn the screws (A) fig. 138 and fig. 139

and move the inner wheel arch plastic

cover (B) aside to access the bulb;

adjust the clip (C) fig. 141 and

disconnect the electrical connector (D);

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rotate and remove the bulb holder

(E), release and replace the bulb;

141

F1D0084

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.

REAR LIGHT CLUSTERS

These contain the bulbs for the side

lights, brake lights and direction

indicators.
To replace the bulb proceed as follows:

undo the two screws (A) fig. 142

from their seats, pull gently outwards

until releasing the whole headlight from

the two clips (press-fitted (D) fig. 143)

and release the connector;

142

F1D0085

143

F1D0086

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;

refit the new lamp and carry out

the procedure described previously in

reverse.

REVERSING LIGHT/REAR

FOG LIGHT

140)

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. 144;

144

F1D0814

adjust the clip (C) fig. 145 and

disconnect the electrical connector (D);

turn the bulb holder (E) and remove

it, extract the bulb and replace it;

IN AN EMERGENCY

132

145

F1D0088

refit the new lamp and carry out

the procedure described previously in

reverse.

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:

remove lens (A) fig. 146;

change the bulb (A) fig. 147,

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. 147.

146

F1D0089

147

F1D0090

FRONT CEILING LIGHT

Versions with multi-bulb ceiling

light

remove the ceiling light (A) fig. 148

working at the points indicated by the

arrows;

148

F1D0785

open flap (B) fig. 149 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. 149 and fasten

ceiling light (A) fig. 148 in position,

making sure that it locks into place.

149

F1D0786

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Versions with single bulb ceiling

light

To change the bulbs, proceed as

follows:

operate in the point shown by the

arrow and remove roof light (A) fig. 150;

open flap (C) fig. 151 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.

150

F1D0787

Boot courtesy light

To change the bulbs, proceed as

follows:

open the boot and extract the ceiling

light (A) fig. 152 working in the point

shown by the arrow;

151

F1D0788

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.

Load compartment roof light

152

F1D0789

To change the courtesy light bulb:

153

F1D0790

use a screwdriver to remove the

pressure-mounted lens unit;

release bulb cover (A) fig. 153 and

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

140)

Before replacing the bulb, wait for the

catalytic converter to cool down: RISK OF

BURNS.

IN AN EMERGENCY

134

FUSE

REPLACEMENT

141) 142) 143) 144) 145) 146) 147)

49)

For fuse replacement, contact a Fiat

Dealership.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Fuses protect the electrical system:

they intervene (blow) in the event of

a failure or improper action on the

system.
Check the state of the corresponding

fuse when a device does not work: the

filament (A) fig. 154 should be intact.

If it is not, replace the blown fuse with

another with the same ampere rating

(same colour).

154

F1D0791

(B) = intact fuse;
(C) = fuse with damaged filament.

To facilitate fuse replacement, use the

tongs (D) hooked inside the fusebox lid

on the dashboard left-hand side.
Refer to the tables on the following

pages to identify the protective fuse.
The LPG system and the methane

system components are protected by

specific fuses.

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

FUSEBOX

The fusebox is located next to the

conventional battery: to access the

fuses, undo screw (A) fig. 155 and lift

cover (B) upwards.

155

F1D0091

The number identifying the electrical

component corresponding to each fuse

is on the cover fig. 156. After replacing

the fuse, make sure you close cover (B)

on the junction unit.

156

F1D0792

DASHBOARD FUSEBOX

The fuse box fig. 157 is located near

the left side of the steering column and

the fuses can be accessed easily from

the lower part of the dashboard.

135

157

F1D0093

141)

If the replaced fuse blows again,

contact a Fiat Dealership.

142)

Never replace a faulty fuse with metal

wires or anything else.

143)

Never replace a fuse with another

with a higher amp rating; RISK OF FIRE.

144)

If a general fuse (MEGA-FUSE, MIDI-

FUSE, MAXI-FUSE) blows contact a Fiat

Dealership.

145)

Before replacing a fuse, make sure

that the ignition key has been removed

and that all the other services are switched

off and/or disengaged.

146)

Contact Fiat Dealership if a safety

system (airbags, brakes), engine system

(engine, gearbox) or steering system

general protection fuse blows.

147)

For fuse replacement, contact a Fiat

Dealership.

49)

If you need to wash the engine

compartment, take care not to directly hit

the fuse box and the window wiper motors

with the water jet.

IN AN EMERGENCY

136

ENGINE COMPARTMENT JUNCTION BOX

fig. 155

USERS

FUSE

AMPERE

Passenger compartment fan

F08

40

Fog lights

F09

15

Horns

F10

15

Main beam headlights

F14

15

Heated windscreen

F15

70

Front power socket (with or without cigar lighter)

F20

15

Heated rear window

F89

30

137

DASHBOARD FUSEBOX

fig. 157

USERS

FUSE

AMPERE

+15 (*) headlight alignment corrector

F13

5

+15 (*) Ignition-operated control with inhibition during

engine starting

F31

5

+30 (**)

F36

10

+15 (*) switch on brake pedal (NO)

F37

7.5

Central door locking

F38

20

Two-way windscreen washer pump

F43

20

Front electric window (driver side)

F47

20

Front electric window (passenger side)

F48

20

+15 (*)

F49

7.5

+15 (*)

F50

7.5

+15 (*)

F51

5

+30 (**)

F53

7.5

(*)+15 = ignition-operated positive pole

(**)+30 = conventional battery direct positive pole (not ignition-operated)

IN AN EMERGENCY

138

CHANGING A WHEEL

148) 149) 150) 151) 152) 153)

JACK

Please note that:

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;

no tool other than its cranking device

may be fitted on the jack.

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

temperature below -40

°

C

on sandy or muddy ground

on uneven ground

on steep roads

in extreme weather conditions:

thunderstorms, typhoons, hurricanes,

blizzards, storms, etc.

in direct contact with the engine or

for repairs under the car

on boats.

CHANGING PROCEDURE

Proceed as follows:

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;

switch off the engine, pull up the

handbrake and engage 1st gear or

reverse;

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. 158;

158

F1D0723

For the VAN version, the tools are

located in the dedicated compartment

under the boot floor mat.

For the 4x4 version, the tools are

located in 4x4 bag located under the

driver seat or in the boot.

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. 159.

159

F1D0782

using the wrench (A) fig. 160 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;

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A

B

C

160

F1D0073

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. 161 and

loosen the fixing bolts by about one

turn;

position the jack under the car, near

the wheel to be changed;

operate the device (A) fig. 162 in

order to extend the jack, until the upper

part (B) fig. 163 fits correctly on the
side member (C) (near the sign

indicated on the side member);

161

F1D0074

162

F1D0075

163

F1D0076

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. 162 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;

take the wrench A (A) fig. 161 and

fully tighten the fixing bolts;

operate the jack handle (D) fig. 162

to lower the vehicle. Then extract the

jack;

50)

use the wrench (A) fig. 161, 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.