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  • Page 2 Thank you for selecting Fiat and congratulations on your choice of a Fiat Ducato. We have written this handbook to help you get to know all your new Fiat Ducato features and use it in the best possible way. You should read it right through before taking the road for the first time.
  • Page 3 MUST BE READ! REFUELLING Diesel engines: only refuel with diesel fuel conforming to the European specification EN590. ENGINE STARTING Diesel engines: make sure that the handbrake is engaged; set the gearshift lever to neutral; fully depress the clutch pedal, without pressing the accelerator, then turn the ignition key to MAR and wait for the warning lights to go off;...
  • Page 4 ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES If, after buying the vehicle, you decide to add electrical accessories (that will gradually drain the battery), visit a Fiat Dealership. They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the vehicle’s electric system can support the required load.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    DASHBOARD ................ CRUISE CONTROL ............. SYMBOLS ................. CEILING LIGHTS ..............THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM ........... CONTROLS ................THE KEYS ................POWER SUPPLY AND FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH..IGNITION DEVICE..............INTERIOR FITTINGS ............INSTRUMENT PANEL ............MULTIMETER ................INSTRUMENTS ............... DOORS ..................

  • Page 6: Dashboard

    DASHBOARD The presence and the position of the instruments and warning lights may vary according to the vehicle version. fig. 1 F0N0001m 1. Fixed side air vents - 2. Swivel side air vents - 3. Left steering column stalk: external lights - 4. Instrument panel and warning lights - 5.

  • Page 7: Symbols

    To further protect your vehicle from theft, near or actually on some of the compo- it has been fitted with an engine immobil- nents of your Ducato. These labels bear ising system. This system is automatically symbols that remind you of the precau-...

  • Page 8: Operation

    ❒ If the warning light stays on, con- IMPORTANT Every key has its own code, The code is sent only if the Fiat CODE tact a Fiat Dealership. which must be memorised by the system system control unit has recognised the control unit.

  • Page 9: Code Card

    B the mechanical key code to be given F0N0003m F0N0004m fig. 3 fig. 4 to the Fiat Dealership when ordering duplicate keys. KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL All the keys and the CODE IMPORTANT In order to ensure perfect fig. 4...
  • Page 10 Button Æ shall be used for opening the WARNING front doors. Button B should only be Button Ø shall be used for locking all pressed when the key is doors. away from the body, in particular from the eyes and from objects that Button ∞...
  • Page 11 The system can recognise up to 8 keys. Should a new key with remote control be necessary, contact a Fiat Dealership, tak- ing with you the CODE card and the keys, a personal identity document and the ve- hicle’s ownership documents.
  • Page 12 The metal insert of the key A is fixed. law in the special containers The key operates: provided, or take them to a Fiat Deal- ership, which will deal with their dis- ❒ ignition switch; posal.
  • Page 13 The main functions that can be activated with the keys (with or without remote control) are the following: Door Door closing Dead lock Load Type of key Window opening Window closing opening form the outside activation compartment (where provided) (where provided) (where provided) unlocking Key turning...

  • Page 14: Ignition Device

    (e.g.: attempted formance and safety, cause the lapse theft), have it checked over by a Fiat of warranty and also result in non- Dealership as soon as possible. compliance of the vehicle with ho-...

  • Page 15: Instrument Panel

    INSTRUMENT PANEL Versions with digital display A Speedometer (speed indicator) B Digital display C Rev counter D Engine coolant temperature gauge and excessive temperature warning light E Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light F0N0008m fig. 10 Versions with multifunction display A Speedometer (speed indicator) B Multifunction display C Rev counter...

  • Page 16: Instruments

    INSTRUMENTS Instrument background color and type may vary according to the version. F0N0012m F0N0013m fig. 12 fig. 13 SPEEDOMETER fig. 12 REV COUNTER fig. 13 It shows the engine speed. Rev counter shows engine rpm. IMPORTANT The electronic injection control system gradually shuts off the flow of fuel when the engine is “over-revving”...
  • Page 17 IMPORTANT The needle sets to E with warning light A flashing to indicate that the system is failing. In this event contact Fiat Dealership to have the system checked. IMPORTANT Do not turn the supple- mentary heater (Webasto) on, under fu-...
  • Page 18 ENGINE OIL LEVEL GAUGE Few seconds after, engine oil amount sym- Partial gradual turning off of the symbols bols will disappear from the display, and: indicates oil decrease. This gauge shows the engine oil level. ❒ if scheduled servicing interval is near When the oil level falls below the preset to come, the display will show the dis- limit the display will show the dedicated...

  • Page 19: Digital Display

    DIGITAL DISPLAY STANDARD SCREEN fig. 16 The standard screen shows the following indications: A Headlight aiming position (only with dipped beam headlights on). B Clock (always displayed, even with ig- F0N0016m F0N0017m fig. 16 fig. 17 nition key removed and front doors closed).

  • Page 20: Setup Menu

    SETUP MENU fig. 18 Selecting a menu option Press the button MODE for long The menu comprises a series of functions – to quit the set up menu if you are in the – press briefly button MODE to select arranged in a “circular fashion”...
  • Page 21 Briefly press button MODE to start surfing from the standard screen. To surf the menu use buttons ▲ or ▼. Note For safety reasons, when the vehicle is running, it is possible to access only the reduced menu (for set- ting “SPEEd”).
  • Page 22 Setting the speed limit (SPEEd) Note The possible setting is between 30 Setting the clock (Hour) and 200 km/h, or between 20 and 125 With this function it is possible to set the With this function it is possible to set the mph depending on the unit set previous- vehicle speed limit (km/h or mph), when clock.
  • Page 23 – press button ▲ or ▼ to select the re- Adjusting the buzzer volume Setting the distance unit (Unit) quired volume (volume can be adjusted ac- (bUZZ) With this function it is possible to set the cording to 8 levels). unit.
  • Page 24 Front passenger’s air bag and side bag (where provided) activation/deactivation (BAG P) This function shall be used to activate/de- activate the front passenger’s air bag. MODE ▲ ▲ Proceed as follows: ▼ ▼ ❒ press button MODE and after dis- playing the message (BAG P OFF) (to deactivate) or (BAG P On) (to acti- vate) by pressing buttons ▲...

  • Page 25: Multifunction Display

    MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY (where provided) The multifunction display shows useful in- formation necessary when driving, in par- ticular: INFORMATION ON F0N0018m F0N0017m fig. 19 fig. 20 “STANDARD” SCREEN fig. 19 The standard screen shows the following Note Buttons ▲ and ▼ activate different CONTROL BUTTONS fig.
  • Page 26 SETUP MENU fig. 21 Selecting an option of the main menu with Selecting “Set Date” and submenu: “Set time”: The menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a “circular fashion” which can – press briefly button to display the first –...
  • Page 27 BELT BUZZ. ( SEE RADIO ▲ ▼ ▼ AUTOCLOSE ▲ BUTTON VOL. ▼ F0N1000g ▼ UNITS BUZZER VOLUME LANGUAGE ▲ ▼ ▼ ▲ fig. 21 ▲ ▲ (*) This function can be only displayed after deactivating the S.B.R. system at Fiat Dealership.
  • Page 28 – press button ▲ or ▼ for setting; Speed limit (Speed Beep) – briefly press button MODE to go back to the menu screen or press the button With this function it is possible to set the – briefly press button MODE to go back for long to go back to the standard screen vehicle speed limit (km/h or mph);...
  • Page 29 Set clock (Set time) Set date (Set Date) – if selecting “Mode”: briefly press button MODE, “24h” or “12h” mode will flash This function enables to set the clock This function enables to update the date on the display; through two sub-menus: “Time” and (year - month - day).
  • Page 30 Audio repetition (See radio) Set unit (Units) Automatic door locking with vehicle running (Autoclose) With this function the display repeats in- With this function it is possible to set the formation relevant to the sound system. units through three sub-menus: “Distances”, When activated (On), this function locks “Consumption”...
  • Page 31 Adjusting the failure/warning If the distance unit set is “km” the fuel con- Selecting the language (Language) sumption unit will be displayed in km/l or buzzer volume Display messages can be shown (after set- l/100km. (Buzzer Volume) ting) in different languages: Italian, German, If the distance unit set is “mi”...
  • Page 32 “Service” fol- lowed by the number of km/mi to go be- – briefly press button MODE to go back fore vehicle servicing. Contact a Fiat Deal- to the menu screen or press the button ership to carry out any service operation for long to go back to the standard screen.
  • Page 33 Front passenger’s air bag and side bag where provided) activation/deactivation (Passenger’s Bag) MODE This function shall be used to activate/de- ▲ ▲ activate the front passenger’s air bag. ▼ ▼ Proceed as follows: ❒ press button MODE and, after dis- playing of messages (Bag pass: Off) (to deactivate) or (Bag pass: On) (to ac- tivate) by pressing buttons ▲...

  • Page 34: Trip Computer

    TRIP COMPUTER “Trip B”, available on multifunction display Exit Menu only, shall be used to display the figures This is the last function that closes the cir- relating to: cular setting cycle listed in the initial menu General features – Trip distance B screen.
  • Page 35 Average consumption – after disconnecting/reconnecting the battery. This value shows the average consump- tion from the start of the new mission. IMPORTANT The reset operation in the presence of the screens concerning the Instant consumption “Trip A” makes it possible to reset only the information associated with this func- This value shows instant fuel consumption tion.

  • Page 36: Front Seats

    Only make adjustments when the vehicle is stationary. Back rest angle adjustment fig. 23 Turn knob D. F0N0118m fig. 23 Fabric upholstery of your Fiat WARNING Ducato is purpose-made to Once you have released the withstand common wear re- WARNING...
  • Page 37 F0N0147m F0N0139m F0N0148m fig. 24 fig. 25 fig. 26 Lumbar adjustment SEATS WITH ADJUSTABLE Setting seat shock ARMRESTS absorbers/weight This feature ensures better back support. The driver’s seat can be fitted with an ad- Use the adjusting knob A-fig. 25 to set To adjust, turn the knob E-fig.
  • Page 38 WARNING Make sure the outer armrest (door side) is completely up- right before unfastening the seat belts and getting out of the vehicle. WARNING F0N0187m F0N0173m fig. 27 fig. 28 Should it be absolutely nec- essary to carry a child seat REVOLVING SEAT REVOLVING SEAT WITH on the front passenger’s seat, make...

  • Page 39: Head Restraints

    HEAD RESTRAINTS FRONT fig. 31 On certain versions head restraints are ad- justable in height and they lock automati- cally in the required position. To adjust head restraints F0N0174m F0N0175m fig. 29 fig. 30 ❒ to raise: raise the head restraint until hearing the locking click.

  • Page 40: Steering Wheel

    STEERING WHEEL The steering wheel can be adjusted axial- Proceed as follows: ❒ release the lever A-fig. 32 pulling it towards the steering wheel (position ❒ adjust the steering wheel as required; F0N0020m F0N0021m fig. 31 fig. 32 ❒ lock the lever A pushing it forwards ❒...

  • Page 41: Rearview Mirrors

    REARVIEW MIRRORS DRIVING MIRROR fig. 33 The mirror is fitted with a safety device that causes it to be released in the event of a violent crash. F0N0022m F0N0024m fig. 33 fig. 34 It can be moved using the lever A to two different positions: normal or antiglare.
  • Page 42 Demisting/defrosting WARNING (where provided) The reflecting surface of the lower part of the mirror is Mirrors are fitted with resistors that will parabolic to increase the range. Con- activate when turning the heated rear win- sequently, the dimension of the re- dow on (by pressing button flected image is reduced, giving the IMPORTANT This function is timed and...

  • Page 43: Heating And Ventilation

    HEATING AND VENTILATION F0N0025m fig. 37 1. Fixed upper vent - 2. Central swivel vents - 3. Fixed side vents - 4. Side swivel vents - 5. Lower vents for front seats.
  • Page 44 F0N0026m fig. 38 fig. 39 F0N0027m F0N0028m fig. 40 ADJUSTABLE AND SWIVEL CONTROLS fig. 40 Fan activation / SIDE AND CENTRAL VENTS speed adjustment knob B fig. 38-39 Air temperature slider A p 0 = fan off (mixing hot and cold air) A Fixed vents for side windows.
  • Page 45 Air distribution slider C VENTILATION FAST HEATING ¶ to convey air to the centre and side To ventilate the passenger’s compartment For fast heating of the passenger com- vents; properly proceed as follows: partment, proceed as follows: ß ❒ turn slider A to blue section; ❒...
  • Page 46 FRONT WINDOW FAST Window demisting DEMISTING/ In the event of considerable outside mois- DEFROSTING (WINDSCREEN ture and/or rain and/or considerable dif- AND SIDE WINDOWS) ferences in temperature inside and outside the passenger compartment, perform the Proceed as follows: following preventive demisting procedure: ❒...

  • Page 47: Manual Climate Control System

    MANUAL CLIMATE AIR RECIRCULATION IMPORTANT The inside air recirculation system makes it possible to reach the re- CONTROL SYSTEM Ò Turn knob D to quired “heating” or “cooling” conditions (where provided) faster. This function is particularly useful when the outside air is heavily polluted (in a traf- Do not use the air recirculation function fic jam, tunnel etc.).
  • Page 48 Air recirculation on/off knob D Press the button (button led on) to turn air recirculation on. Press the button again (button led off) to turn air recirculation off. Climate control system on/off button E Press the button (button led on) to turn climate control system on.
  • Page 49 VENTILATION CLIMATE CONTROL (cooling) WARMING THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT To ventilate the passenger’s compartment For fast cooling of the passenger com- properly proceed as follows: partment, proceed as follows: Proceed as follows: ❒ turn slider A to blue section; ❒ turn slider A to blue section; ❒...
  • Page 50 FAST HEATING FRONT WINDOW FAST After demisting/defrosting, operate the controls to keep the required comfort. DEMISTING/DEFROSTING For fast heating of the passenger com- (WINDSCREEN AND SIDE partment, proceed as follows: IMPORTANT The climate control system WINDOWS) is very useful to speed up demisting since ❒...
  • Page 51 Window demisting AIR RECIRCULATION Ò In the event of considerable outside mois- Turn knob D to ture and/or rain and/or considerable dif- This function is particularly useful when ferences in temperature inside and outside the outside air is heavily polluted (in a traf- the passenger compartment, perform the fic jam, tunnel etc.).

  • Page 52: Supplementary Heater

    (where provided) for about 10 minutes. Before summer, have the system checked at a Fiat Deal- Certain versions are also fitted a supple- ership. mentary heater set under the driver’s seat.

  • Page 53: Self-Standing Supplementary Heater

    ❒ heat exchanger connected to the en- plementary heater in closed areas, Fiat Ducato can be equipped, upon re- garages or workshops not equipped gine cooling system pipes; quest, with two different self-standing...
  • Page 54 In cold weather, the supplementary heater The electronic control unit also controls warms and circulates constant tempera- the circulation pump delivery in order to ture fluid in the engine cooling system for reduce initial heating time. When the sys- the time required to ensure optimal en- tem is operating, the control unit operates gine ignition and passenger compartment the heater unit fan to the second speed.
  • Page 55 F0N0151m fig. 46 tempt to turn it back on again. If you can- not turn the heater on, contact a Fiat Digital timer fig. 46 Dealership. 1) Heater cycle warning light 2) Display light...
  • Page 56 F0N0152m F0N0153m F0N0154m fig. 47 fig. 48 fig. 49 “Heat now” function fig. 47 Setting the clock Programmed heating fig. 49 ❒ Press button 4: display and warning To turn the heater on manually, press Heater ignition can be delayed from 1 timer button 8.
  • Page 57 IMPORTANT To recall other preset Turning the heater off times, press button 6 within 10 seconds. According to the operation mode (auto- – press button 5 or 7 within 10 seconds matic or manual), the heater can be turned to select the starting time required. off: ❒...
  • Page 58 ❒ Maintenance and repairs must always or leaves: fire risk! plementary heater in closed areas, be carried out by a Fiat Dealership and garages or workshops not equipped ❒ The temperature near the heater must only genuine spare parts must be used.

  • Page 59: External Lights

    EXTERNAL LIGHTS The left-hand stalk operates most of the external lights. The external lights can only be switched on when the ignition key is at ON. LIGHTS SWITCHED OFF fig. 51 Knurled ring turned to å . F0N0030m F0N0032m fig. 51 fig.
  • Page 60 F0N0033m F0N0034m F0N0035m fig. 54 fig. 55 fig. 56 MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS fig. 54 FLASHING THE HEADLIGHTS DIRECTION INDICATORS fig. 55 fig. 56 When the knurled ring is at pull the lever towards the steering wheel (2nd un- Pull the stalk towards the steering wheel Move the stalk to (stable) position: stable position).
  • Page 61 Each time the stalk is operated, the in- strument panel warning light 3 will turn on together with a message on the display (see section “Warning lights and mes- sages”) until the function is active. The warning light comes on the first time the stalk is operated and will stay on up to au- tomatic function deactivation.

  • Page 62: Window Washing

    -- = slow intermittent consequence. If operation is not re- --- = intermittent medium stored contact Fiat Dealership. ---- = fast intermittent fig. 59 F0N0038m “Smart washing” function C: continuous slow;...
  • Page 63 RAIN SENSOR Deactivation fig. 61 (where provided) Move the stalk off B or turn the ignition key to OFF. At next engine starting (key The rain sensor is located behind the dri- at ON), the sensor will not be reactivated ving mirror in contact with the windscreen even if the stalk is at B.

  • Page 64: Cruise Control

    CRUISE CONTROL TO MEMORISE SPEED (where provided) Proceed as follows: ❒ turn the knurled ring A to ON and It is a device able to support the driver, press the accelerator pedal to the re- with electronic control, which allows dri- quired speed;...
  • Page 65 A to OFF and contact a two ways: will not be necessary to press button Fiat Dealership after checking the ❒ disengaging the device and then mem- RES to resume previous conditions protection fuse integrity.

  • Page 66: Ceiling Lights

    ❒ for about 10 seconds when closing the CEILING LIGHTS doors. Timing will stop when turning the ignition FRONT CEILING LIGHT WITH key to MAR. SPOT LIGHTS LIGHT TIMING WHEN GETTING Switch A-fig. 63 turn on/off these lights. OUT OF THE VEHICLE With switch A-fig.

  • Page 67: Controls

    CONTROLS HAZARD LIGHTS fig. 65 They turn on by pressing switch A, re- gardless of the position of the ignition key. When the device is on, the switch is flash- Î ¥ ing and warning lights on the cluster come on. F0N0042m F0N0044m fig.
  • Page 68 F0N0045m F0N0046m F0N0043m fig. 66 fig. 67 fig. 68 FRONT FOG LIGHTS REAR FOG LIGHT fig. 67 HEATED REAR WINDOW (where provided) fig. 66 (where provided) fig. 68 Press button 4, to turn these lights on it is necessary to have the dipped beam To turn front fog lights on, press button Press button A to turn on this function.

  • Page 69: Power Supply And Fuel Cut-Off Switch

    POWER SUPPLY AND FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH The vehicle is fitted with a safety switch that in the event of a crash comes into opera- tion by cutting off fuel and turning off the en- gine as a consequence. When the inertial switch cuts in, fuel supply is stopped and haz- ard and sidelights will turn on, for turning off press button A.

  • Page 70: Interior Fittings

    INTERIOR EQUIPMENT UPPER ODDMENT COMPARTMENT - REFRIGERATED COMPARTMENT (where provided) fig. 73 To use it, lift the lid as shown in the figure. F0N0127m F0N0049m fig. 72 fig. 73 If the climate control system is fitted, the compartment (with bottle holder recess) can be cooled/warmed through a poper WARNING outlet connected to the climate control...
  • Page 71 F0N0052m F0N0128m F0N0134m fig. 76 fig. 78 fig. 79 DOOR POCKETS ODDMENT COMPARTMENT UNDER THE FRONT Document / map pockets are located in PASSENGER’S SEAT door panels. To use it, proceed as follows: ❒ Open lid A and remove it as shown in fig.
  • Page 72 F0N0054m F0N0055m F0N0146m fig. 80 fig. 81 fig. 82 GLASS HOLDER - CAN HOLDER CIGAR LIGHTER fig. 81 ASHTRAY fig. 82 fig. 80 It is located in the central panel. The ashtray is a removable plastic box that can be fitted into the glass/can recesses on Glass - can holder recesses are located on Press button A to switch on the cigar the central panel.
  • Page 73 F0N0056m F0N0058m F0N0190m fig. 83 fig. 85 fig. 85a WRITING/READING DESK STOWING SPACE ABOVE THE (where provided) CAB fig. 85a (where provided) In the middle of the dashboard, above the It is set above the driver's cab and it has sound system compartment, is fitted a been designed to stow light items.

  • Page 74: Multimeter

    MULTIMETER See the booklet provided by the multi- meter Manufacturer for more detailed in- formation on operation and use. Multimeter installation is compulsory if the vehicle weight (with or without the trail- er) exceeds 3.5 tons. IMPORTANT Changes to the instrument F0N0191m F0N0149m fig.

  • Page 75: Doors

    DOORS IMPORTANT Do not use abrasive detergents or sol- vents to clean the device. To clean its ex- CENTRAL DOOR ternal surface, use a wet cloth or special LOCKING/UNLOCKING SYSTEM products for cleaning synthetic materials. The multimeter is installed and sealed with Locking from the outside lead by authorised personnel: access to With the doors closed, press the button...
  • Page 76 After locking doors by: ❒ remote control; ❒ door revolving plug; it will not be possible to unlock the doors by pressing button A-fig. 90. IMPORTANT With central locking active pulling the opening lever of one of the front doors will cause central locking deactivation. F0N0059m F0N0047m fig.
  • Page 77 DEAD LOCK DEVICE Device activation WARNING (where provided) The dead lock device is automatically ac- Once the dead lock device This safety device enables to inhibit: tivated on every door when pressing twice has been actuated, doors briefly the remote control button Ø, fig. cannot be opened from the passen- ❒...
  • Page 78 To open the side sliding door, raise the handle A and guide the door. The side sliding door is equipped with a lock that stops it at the end of its open- ing run. Operate the outer handle A (or the corresponding inner one) and push the door to close it.
  • Page 79 F0N0129m F0N0130m F0N0131m fig. 94 fig. 95 fig. 96 REAR DOUBLE DOOR Opening the second door by hand (fig. 96) Opening the first door by hand Pull the handle C in the direction of the from the outside arrow. Turn the key counterclockwise fig. 89 or The double rear doors are fitted with a press the remote control button ∞...

  • Page 80: Power Windows/Window Winders

    POWER WINDOWS WARNING fig. 99 The spring catch system is designed to ensure the best comfort in use. An accidental knock The driver’s door armrest features the or gust of wind could release the switches that with the key at MAR: springs and make doors close.

  • Page 81: Bonnet

    BONNET WARNING Improper use of the power windows can be dangerous. TO OPEN THE BONNET Before and during its operation en- Proceed as follows: sure that any passengers are not at ❒ open the driver’s door to fing the bon- risk from the moving glass either by personal objects getting caught in the net opening handle;...
  • Page 82 WARNING For safety reasons the bon- net must be closed properly to avoid its opening while the vehi- cle is travelling. Therefore, always check it is properly closed and the catch engaged. Should you notice that the catch is not perfectly en- gaged when travelling, stop the vehi- cle immediately and close the bonnet.

  • Page 83: Roof Rack/Ski Rack

    WARNING ROOF RACK/SKI RACK Distribute the load evenly and when driving, bear in mind the increased sensitivity of the To fit roof racks/ski racks, with presetting vehicle to side wind. for versions H1 and H2, use the proper pins set at roof edges fig. 104. Long wheelbase vehicles are fitted with 8 pins;...

  • Page 84: Headlights

    LIGHTS (where provided) It works with ignition key at MAR and Contact Fiat Dealership to have the head- dipped beams on. When the vehicle is lights properly adjusted. loaded, it slopes backwards. This means that the headlight beam rises.

  • Page 85: Abs System

    ABS SYSTEM INTERVENTION cient, though without the aid of the ABS when braking, makes the most of road grip system. Drive carefully to the closest Fiat The driver can tell the ABS system has and gives the best control when emergency Dealership to have the system checked.

  • Page 86: Esp System

    ESP, in the event of ESP sys- The ESP system is therefore particularly tem failure (indicated by warning light á fully to the nearest Fiat Dealership to have useful when grip conditions of the road sur- the system checked.
  • Page 87 ❒ downhill: vehicle at a standstill on a messages”) and with the button led ASR. road with a gradient higher than 5%, In this case contact a Fiat Dealership as engine running, clutch and brake ped- soon as possible. al pressed and reverse gear engaged.
  • Page 88 ASR SYSTEM (Antislip Regulator) WARNING The ASR function controls vehicle drive For correct operation of the and cuts in automatically every time one ESP and ASR systems, the or both driving wheels slip. tyres must absolutely be of the same brand and type on all wheels, in per- According to slipping conditions, two dif- fect conditions and, above all, of...

  • Page 89: Eobd System

    ASR. ters for engine operation and diagnosis. In this case contact a Fiat Dealership as This check can also be carried out by the soon as possible.

  • Page 90: Parking Sensors

    PARKING SENSORS Detection distances (where provided) Central action radius 140 cm ±10 cm Side action radius 60 cm ±20 cm Parking sensors are located in the rear If several obstacles are detected, the con- bumper fig. 107 and their function is to trol unit indicates the nearest one.
  • Page 91 OPERATION WITH WARNING For proper operation, the TRAILER parking sensors shall always Parking manoeuvres howev- be clean from mud, dirt, snow Parking sensor operation is deactivated au- er are always under the dri- or ice. When cleaning the sen- tomatically when the trailer electric cable ver’s responsibility that shall always sors, take the utmost care to prevent plug is fitted into the vehicle tow hook...
  • Page 92 ❒ The sensor detects a non-existent ob- ❒ Parking system performance could al- GENERAL WARNINGS ject (“echo disturbances”) caused by so be affected by sensor position. For ❒ When parking, take the utmost care disturbances of mechanical nature, instance, when trimming is changed to obstacles that may be set above or e.g.: vehicle washing, rain (extreme (due to wear of shock absorbers, sus-...

  • Page 93: Sound System

    SOUND SYSTEM SOUND SYSTEM PRESETTING (where provided) (where provided) The system consists of: ❒ sound system power wires For sound system operation refer to the ❒ front speaker connecting wires Supplement attached to the Owner Hand- book. ❒ aerial power wire ❒...

  • Page 94: Accessories Purchased By The Owner

    Fiat Dealership, whose qualified personnel, besides suggesting the most suitable devices belonging to Lineaccessori WARNING Fiat, will also evaluate the overall electric For connection to existing ve- absorption, checking whether the vehicle hicle presetting system, con- electric system is able to withstand the...

  • Page 95: At The Filling Station

    AT THE FILLING RADIO TRANSMITTERS AND The possibility of topping up with diesel fuel not complying with EN590 European CELLULAR TELEPHONES STATION Norm might make it necessary to replace Radio transceiver equipment (e.g.: e-tacs the filter more frequently than indicated mobile phones, HAM radio systems and If the outside temperature is very low, the in the Service Schedule.
  • Page 96 WARNING The vehicle must only be filled with diesel fuel for motor ve- Do not put naked flames or hicles, in compliance with Eu- lighted cigarettes near the ropean Standard EN590. The fuel filler hole as there is a danger of use of other products or mixtures may fire.

  • Page 97: Protecting The Environment

    PROTECTING THE WARNING ENVIRONMENT During normal service the catalyst reaches high tem- peratures. Do not therefore park the The devices for curtailing diesel fuel en- vehicle over inflammable materials gine emissions are the following: (grass, dry leaves, pine needles, etc.): ❒...
  • Page 98 SEAT BELTS ................S.B.R. SYSTEM ................ PRETENSIONERS ..............CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY........FRONT AIR BAGS ..............SIDE AIR BAGS ..............

  • Page 99: Seat Belts

    SEAT BELTS USING THE SEAT BELTS fig. 1 The belt should be worn keeping the chest straight and rested against the seat back. To fasten the seat belts, take hold the tongue A and insert it into the buckle B, until hearing the locking click.

  • Page 100: S.b.r. System

    For permanent deactivation, contact Fiat three anchor points for the centre seat. Dealership. With digital display, the S.B.R. system can only be reset at Fiat Dealership. With multifunction display, the S.B.R. sys- tem can also be reset through the set-up menu.

  • Page 101: Pretensioners

    The pretensioner does not require any Contact a Fiat Dealership for any as- maintenance or greasing. sistance. Anything that modifies its original condi- tions invalidates its efficiency.
  • Page 102 F0N0120m F0N0121m F0N0122m fig. 4 fig. 5 fig. 6 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR Seat belts are also to be worn by expec- Of course they must position the lower tant mothers: the risk of injury in the case part of the belt very low down so that it USING THE SEAT BELTS of accident is greatly reduced for them and passes under the abdomen, see fig.
  • Page 103 WARNING Under no circumstances should the components of the seat belts and pretensioners be tampered with or removed. Any op- eration should be carried out by qual- ified and authorised personnel. Al- ways contact a Fiat Dealership.

  • Page 104: Carrying Children Safely

    CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY HOW TO KEEP THE SEAT BELTS ALWAYS IN EFFICIENT CONDITIONS For optimal protection in the event of a Group 0 0-10 kg in weight Observe the following: crash, all passengers must be seated and Group 0+ 0-13 kg in weight ❒...
  • Page 105 Lineaccessori Fiat offers seats for each the front passenger seat since the air passenger’s seat with the weight group, which are the recommend-...
  • Page 106 F0N0123m F0N0124m F0N0125m fig. 7 fig. 8 fig. 9 GROUP 0 and 0+ GROUP 1 GROUP 2 Babies up to 13 kg must be carried facing Starting from 9 kg to 18 kg in weight, chil- Starting from 15 kg to 25 kg in weight, chil- backwards on a cradle seat, which, sup- dren may be carried facing forwards, with dren may be restrained directly by the ve-...
  • Page 107 PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS ON CHILD’S SEAT USE Your vehicle complies with the new European Directive 2000/3/EC regulating child’s seat assembling on the different vehicle seats according to the following tables: Group Range of weight Single seat Two bench-seater "...
  • Page 108 To sum up the safety precautions 5) Only one child is to be strapped to WARNING each retaining system. to follow when transporting With front passenger’s air children: 6) Always check the seat belts do not fit bag active do not place cra- around the child’s throat.

  • Page 109: Front Air Bags

    FRONT AIR BAGS The driver / passenger front air bags are Front air bags may not be activated in the not a replacement of but complementary following situations: to the use of belts, which should always The vehicle is fitted with front air bags for ❒...
  • Page 110 WARNING Do not apply stickers or oth- er objects to the steering wheel or to the air bag cover on the passenger’s side or on the side roof lining. Never put objects (e.g. mobile phones) on the dashboard on pas- senger side since they could interfere with proper air bag inflation and al- so cause serious injury.

  • Page 111: Side Air Bags

    SIDE AIR BAGS MANUAL DEACTIVATION OF WARNING PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAG SERIOUS DANGER: With AND SIDE BAG The vehicle is fitted with front side bags passenger’s air bag active (where provided) for driver and passenger (where provid- (ON), never place child’s ed) for protecting the chest and window seats with the cradle facing Should it be absolutely necessary to car-...
  • Page 112 Fiat Dealership to cushion inflation surface. have the devices activated replaced and to have the system checked.
  • Page 113 Contact Fiat Dealership imme- diately to have the system checked. WARNING Do not cover the backrest of...
  • Page 114 Fiat Dealership. gered. ing vehicle. Therefore, never seat chil- dren on the front seat even when the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 115 WARNING WARNING WARNING Do not wash the seat back Do not hook rigid objects to The air bag does not substi- rest with pressurised water the coat hooks and to the tute the seat belts, but only or steam (by hand or at automatic support handles.
  • Page 116 ENGINE STARTING ............116 PARKING.................. 118 USING THE MANUAL GEARBOX ........118 LOAD RECOMMENDATIONS ......... 119 CONTAINING RUNNING COSTS ......... 120 SNOW TYRES................. 125 SNOW CHAINS..............125 VEHICLE INACTIVITY ............126...

  • Page 117: Engine Starting

    ❒ put the gear lever into neutral; from draining the battery. gine lock device: if the engine fails to start, see the paragraph “The Fiat CODE sys- ❒ turn the ignition key to MAR: the tem” in section “Dashboard and controls”.
  • Page 118 You can use Never bump start the engine the vehicle as usual if the engine starts by pushing, towing or coast- but you should contact Fiat Dealership ing downhill as this could as soon as possible. cause fuel to flow into the catalytic exhaust system and damage it beyond repair.

  • Page 119: Parking The Vehicle

    IMPORTANT If this is not the case, con- tact Fiat Dealership to have the handbrake adjusted.

  • Page 120: Load Recommendations

    Chance knocks or sudden braking can cause sudden shifts of the load which could jeop- The version of the Fiat Ducato you are ardise the safety of the driver and the driving has been designed and approved passengers: before you start off make...

  • Page 121: Containing Running Costs

    CONTAINING Roof rack/ski rack WARNING RUNNING COSTS Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from Observe the enforced rules if the roof as soon as they are no longer you need to carry a spare used. These accessories lower air pene- can of petrol.
  • Page 122 TOWING TRAILERS DRIVING STYLE Acceleration Accelerating violently increasing the revs Starting IMPORTANT NOTES will greatly affect consumption and emis- sions: acceleration should be gradual and Do not warm the engine when the vehi- For towing caravans or trailers the vehi- should not exceed the maximum torque.
  • Page 123 An electric brake should be supplied di- Do not exceed the speed limits of the INSTALLING THE TOW rectly by the battery through a cable with country you are driving in. In any case do HOOK a cross section of no less than 2,5 mm not exceed 100 km/h.
  • Page 124 Assembly diagram - Van versions fig. 3 The tow hook structure must be fastened in the points shown by the symbol Ø us- ing a total of 6 M8 screws and 4 M12 screws. Existing hole The internal counterplates are to be at least 5 mm thick.
  • Page 125 Assembly diagram - Truck and Chassis Cab versions - fig. 4 A specific tow hook for Truck and Chas- sis Cab versions is shown in fig. 4. Struc- ture Ø must be fastened in the points shown by a total of 6 M8 and 4 M12 screws.

  • Page 126: Snow Tyres

    (in- Fiat Dealership will be happy to provide Use of snow chains should be in compli- creased by 5%), place a notice in the pas- advice concerning the most suitable type ance with local regulations.

  • Page 127: Vehicle Inactivity

    ❒ cover the vehicle with a cloth or per- VEHICLE INACTIVITY WARNING forated plastic sheet. Do not use Keep your speed down when sheets of non-perforated plastic as If the vehicle is to be left inactive for longer snow chains are fitted. Do they do not allow moisture on the ve- than a month, the following precautions not exceed 50 km/h.
  • Page 128 GLOW PLUG WARMING FAILURE ........ LIMITED RANGE ..............WATER IN DIESEL FUEL FILTER ........SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED ........... VEHICLE PROTECTION SYSTEM FAILURE FIAT CODE ................ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL..........EXTERNAL LIGHTS FAILURE..........SCHEDULED SERVICING ........... REAR FOGLIGHTS ..............SELF-LEVELLING SUSPENSIONS FAILURE ....

  • Page 129: General Warnings

    The warning cycle of both failure cate- sage on the display) stop the vehicle gories can be stopped by pressing button immediately and contact Fiat Deal- MODE. The instrument panel warning ership. light will stay on until eliminating the fault.

  • Page 130: Air Bag Failure

    MIN and MAX marks more than the normal 4 seconds of in the reservoir. Check visually any the passenger’s front air bag deacti- leak. If, when restarting, the warning vated warning light F. light comes on again, contact a Fiat Dealership.

  • Page 131: Low Battery Charge

    Exhausted oil If the warning light stays on glowing steadi- ly or flashing: contact immediately Fiat The warning light with turn on flashing to- Dealership. gether with the message on the display (where provided) when the system de- tects that the engine oil is exhausted.

  • Page 132: Incomplete Door Locking

    S.B.R. (Seat Belt Reminder) buzzer can on- that the system is unavailable; in this case door or rear doors/load compartment are ly be excluded by Fiat Dealership. On cer- heavy braking may cause the rear wheels open. tain versions the system can be reactivat- to lock before time, with the possibility of ed through the set-up menu.

  • Page 133: Injection System Failure

    ABS system. Caution is ad- emissions at the exhaust, possible lack of onds, it flashes for other 4 seconds and visable and it is necessary to contact Fiat performance, poor handling and high con- then it shall go off.

  • Page 134: Glow Plug Warming

    “Dashboard and controls”). The warning light turns on when there is gether with the message on the display) Contact Fiat Dealership to have all the key a failure in the glow plug warming system. contact Fiat Dealership as soon as pos- memorised.

  • Page 135: External Lights Failure

    Parking sensor failure gine oil pressure sensor is faulty. Contact – direction indicators. (versions with multifunction Fiat Dealership as soon as possible. The failure referring to these lights could display) be: one or more blown bulbs, a blown Inertial fuel cut-off switch...

  • Page 136: Esp - Asr System Failure

    Note Warning light flashing when driving indicates that the ESP system is active. Hill Holder failure The warning light will turn on when the Hill Holder system is faulty. Contact Fiat Dealership as soon as possible. On certain versions the dedicated mes- sage is displayed.

  • Page 137: Parking Sensor Failure

    DIRECTION INDICATOR Follow me home Contact Fiat Dealership. (green - intermittent) The warning light will turn when this de- On certain versions the dedicated mes- vice is active (see “Follow me home” in sage is displayed.

  • Page 138: Right-Hand Direction Indicator

    On certain versions the dedicated mes- the ASR system. In this case contact Fiat sage is displayed. Dealership as soon as possible. Messages are displayed when the ASR function is activated/deactivated manual- ly (see “ASR system”...

  • Page 139: Possible Presence Of Ice On The Road

    GEARBOX OIL warning light will turn off after carrying out The display will show the dedicated mes- TEMPERATURE servicing at Fiat Dealership or after 1000 sage to warn the driver that the cruising (where provided) (red) km at servicing deadline.
  • Page 140 ENGINE STARTING ............IF A TYRE IS PUNCTURED ..........QUICK TYRE REPAIR KIT FIX & GO automatic ............. WHEN NEEDING TO CHANGE A BULB ....IF AN EXTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT ......IF AN INTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT......IF A FUSE BLOWS ..............IF THE BATTERY IS FLAT ...........

  • Page 141: Engine Starting

    Contact Fiat Dealership to have the bat- tery checked/replaced. If after a few attempts the engine does not start, do not insist but contact the near- est Fiat Dealership.

  • Page 142: If A Tyre Is Punctured

    IF A TYRE IMPORTANT Do not directly connect the BUMP STARTING negative terminals of the two batteries: IS PUNCTURED Never bump start the engine (by pushing, sparks could ignite the flammable gas from towing, or coasting downhill) as this could the battery.
  • Page 143 Please note: WARNING WARNING ❒ the jack weight is 4,5 kg; The spare wheel is specific to The jack shall only be used your vehicle, do not use it on for changing wheels on the ❒ the jack requires no adjustment; other models, or use the spare wheel vehicle with which it is provided or on ❒...
  • Page 144 F0N0186m F0N0163m F0N0165m fig. 3 fig. 4 fig. 6 To change a wheel proceed as follows: ❒ stop the vehicle in a position that is not dangerous for oncoming traffic where you can change the wheel safe- ly. The ground should be flat and ad- equately firm;...
  • Page 145 ❒ loosen one turn the bolts of the wheel to change; ❒ turn the ring nut to extend the jack partially; ❒ set the jack near the lifting support close to the wheel to change in the points shown in fig. 7a. For short wheelbase versions with retractable footboard, the jack shall be set in the F0N0193m...

  • Page 146: Quick Tyre Repair Kit Fix & Go Automatic

    ❒ remove the extension B-fig. 4 and re- QUICK TYRE REPAIR fit it together with the wrench C-fig. KIT - FIX & GO automatic 5 into the tool compartment; ❒ refit the tool compartment into the Il Fix & Go automatic kit includes: proper space under the passenger’s ❒...
  • Page 147 IT SHOULD BE NOTICED THAT: In the event of a puncture caused by foreign bodies, it is The sealing fluid of the quick tyre repair possible to repair tyres show- kit is effective with external temperatures ing damages on the track or between –20 °C and +50 °C.
  • Page 148 WARNING Replace the cylinder if sealer has run out. Do not throw The cylinder contains ethyl- away the cylinder and the ene glycol. The cylinder con- sealing fluid. Have the sealing tains latex: it can cause allergic reac- fluid and the cylinder disposed of in tions.
  • Page 149 3 bar, do not start driving since the tyre is excessively damaged and the quick tyre repair kit cannot guarantee suitable sealing, contact Fiat Dealer- ship; WARNING ❒ re-start immediately if the tyre has If the pressure falls below 3 been inflated to 4 bar pressure;...
  • Page 150 Tyre pressure” in section “Technical Specifications” (with engine running and handbrake on) and restart; ❒ drive with the utmost care to the nearest Fiat Dealership. F0N0181m F0N0184m fig. 15 fig. 17 FOR CHECKING AND...

  • Page 151: When Needing To Change A Bulb

    If the transparent bulb Tubular bulbs: release them from therefore contact Fiat Dealership. is touched with the fingers, its their contacts to remove. lighting intensity is reduced and life of the bulb may be compromised.
  • Page 152 Bulbs Ref. figure Type Power Main-beam headlights Dipped beam headlights Front sidelights Front fog lights (where provided) – Front direction indicators PY21W Side direction indicators W16WF Rear direction indicators PY21W Taillights P21/5W Brake lights P21/5W Third brake light (additional brake light) Reversing light –...

  • Page 153: If An Exterior Light Burns Out

    IF AN EXTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT For the type of bulb and power rating, see “When needing to change a bulb”. FRONT LIGHT UNITS fig. 19 The front light units contain sidelights, dipped beam, main beam and direction in- F0N0079m F0N0082m fig.
  • Page 154 F0N0083m F0N0081m F0N0084m fig. 22 fig. 23 fig. 24 MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS DIRECTION INDICATORS DIPPED BEAM HEADLIGHTS To change the bulb, proceed as follows: To change the bulb, proceed as follows: With incandescent bulb ❒ remove the protection cover A-fig. ❒...
  • Page 155 F0N0169m F0N0170m F0N0085m fig. 25 fig. 26 fig. 27 ❒ use the screwdriver provided to Side fig. 25 - 26 FRONT FOG LIGHTS loosen the screws and remove the (where provided) To change the bulb, proceed as follows: bulb holder unit releasing it from the To change front fog lights A-fig.
  • Page 156 fig. 28 F0N0086m fig. 29 F0N0087m fig. 30 F0N0088m To replace a bulb proceed as follows: ❒ remove the bulb to replace D, E, F or REAR LIGHT UNITS fig. 28-29-30 ❒ open the rear swing door and loosen G pushing it slightly and turning it counterclockwise (“bayonet”...

  • Page 157: If An Interior Light Burns Out

    IF AN INTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT For the type of bulb and power rating, see “When needing to change a bulb”. FRONT CEILING LIGHT To replace the bulbs proceed as follows: ❒ work in the points shown by the ar- F0N0141m F0N0089m fig.

  • Page 158: If A Fuse Blows

    IF A FUSE BLOWS GENERAL The fuse is a protective device for the electric system: it comes into action (i.e. it cuts off) mainly due to a fault or im- proper action on the system. When a device does not work, check the F0N0090m F0N0092m fig.
  • Page 159 FUSE, MIDI-FUSE, MAXI- rating, DANGER OF FIRE. FUSE) cuts in, do not attempt any re- pair and contact Fiat Dealership. Be- fore changing a fuse, check the igni- tion key has been removed and that all the other electric devices have been turned off/disabled.
  • Page 160 FUSE LOCATION Fuses are grouped into three fuse boxes to be found respectively on the dashboard, on the passenger compartment right pil- lar and in the engine compartment. Fuse box on the dashboard To gain access to the fuses in the fuse box F0N0095m fig.
  • Page 161 Fuse box in engine compartment To gain access to the fuse box, remove the protection cover fig. 41. F0N0098m fig. 41 F0N0097m fig. 42...
  • Page 162 Optional fuse box on the right cen- tral post (where provided) To gain access to the fuse box, remove the protection cover fig. 43. F0N0172m fig. 43 F0N0171m fig. 44...
  • Page 163 FUSE SUMMARY TABLE Fuse box on dashboard USERS FUSE AMPERE Right dipped beam headlight Left dipped beam headlight, Headlight aiming device Engine compartment fuse box relay, dashboard fuse box relay (+key) Minibus internal lights (emergency) Rear current outlet Absent – Reversing lights, sevotronic control unit, Water in diesel fuel filter sensor, (+key) Central door locking (+ battery) Brake lights (main), Third brake light, Instrument panel (+key)
  • Page 164 USERS FUSE AMPERE Control on driver’s door, Controls on passenger’s door Absent – Driver’s power window Passenger’s power window Sound System, Driver’s power window, Dashboard controls, Alarm control unit, Rain sensor (+key) Airbag (+key) A/C control, Cruise control, Chronotachograph (+key) Optional fuse box relay Instrument panel, Rear fog lights (+battery)
  • Page 165 Fuse box in engine compartment USERS FUSE AMPERE ABS pump (+battery) Glow plug heating (+battery) Ignition switch (+battery) Webasto control unit (+battery) Passenger’s compartment ventilation with Webasto (+battery) Engine cooling fan high speed (+battery) 40/60 Engine cooling fan low speed (+battery) 40/50 Passenger’s compartment fan (+key) Headlight washer pump...
  • Page 166 USERS FUSE AMPERE Fuel pump E.i. system (primary services) ABS solenoid valves Automatic transmission 8 (+key) Front fog lights...
  • Page 167 Right central post optional fuse box USERS FUSE AMPERE Absent – Heated seats Rear passenger’s current outlet Additional heater under seat Sidelights Self-levelling suspensions (+battery) Absent – Absent – Absent – Passenger’s additional heater control Absent – Passenger’s additional heater fan...

  • Page 168: If The Battery Is Flat

    This operation should be car- from naked flames or possible sources nel to make sure that the internal el- ried out by Fiat Dealership. of sparks: explosion and fire risk. ements are not damaged and that the You are advised to recharge the battery...

  • Page 169: Jacking The Vehicle

    TOWING THE VEHICLE VEHICLE The vehicle has two eyes for anchoring the towing device. If the vehicle is to be lifted, go to a Fiat Dealership which is equipped with the arm hoist or workshop lift. WARNING When towing, remember that...
  • Page 170 WARNING Before starting to tow, disen- gage the steering lock (see paragraph “Ignition device” in section “Dashboard and controls”). When towing, remember that without the help of the brake booster and power steering, a greater effort is required on the pedal and steering wheel. Do not use flexible cables for towing and F0N0134m F0N0136m...
  • Page 171 ❒ take the screwdriver from the tool compartment and lever in the point shown to raise the cap C-fig. 48; ❒ Take the tow ring D from the tool compartment and screw it on the threaded pin fig. 48. F0N0117m fig.
  • Page 172 SCHEDULED SERVICING ..........SERVICE SCHEDULE............. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ..........HEAVY-DUTY ................ CHECKING FLUID LEVELS..........AIR FILTER ................POLLEN FILTER ..............BATTERY .................. WHEELS AND TYRES ............RUBBER HOSES..............WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW WIPERS....BODYWORK ................INTERIORS ................

  • Page 173: Scheduled Servicing

    SCHEDULED SERVICING IMPORTANT You are advised to contact IMPORTANT The Programmed Mainte- Fiat Dealership in the event of any minor nance coupons are specified by the Man- operating faults, without waiting for the ufacturer. The failure to have them car- Correct maintenance is essential for en- next service coupon.

  • Page 174: Service Schedule

    SERVICE SCHEDULE (2.3 MULTIJET) Thousands of km ● ● ● ● ● Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure if required Check light system operation (headlights, direction ● ● ● ● ● indicators, hazard lights, boot lights, instrument panel warning lights, etc.) Check windscreen wiper/washer operation and adjust ●...
  • Page 175 Thousands of km ● ● ● ● ● Replace fuel filter Replace air cleaner cartridge ● ● ● ● ● Top up fluids ● ● ● ● ● (engine coolant - brakes - power steering - windscreen washer - etc.) ●...
  • Page 176 SERVICE SCHEDULE (2.2 MULTIJET) Thousands of km ● ● ● ● ● Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure if required Check electric system operation (headlights, direction indicators, ● ● ● ● ● hazard lights, boot light, instrument panel warning lights, etc.) Check windscreen washer/wiper operation, adjust nozzles ●...
  • Page 177 Thousands of km Replace air cleaner cartridge ● ● ● ● ● Check and top up fluids, if required ● ● ● ● ● (engine coolant - brakes - power steering - windscreen washer - etc.) ● Change accessory drive belt ●...

  • Page 178: Routine Maintenance

    Service quired: engine oil level. Schedule: You are recommended to use FL ❒ check front disk brake pad conditions Selenia, products, designed and pro- and wear; duced specifically for Fiat vehicles (see table “Capacities” in section “Technical specifications”).

  • Page 179: Checking Fluid Levels

    CHECKING FLUID WARNING Never smoke while working in the engine compartment; gas and inflammable vapours may be present, with the risk of fire. When topping up take care not to confuse the various types of fluids: they are all in- compatible with one anoth- F0N0099m fig.
  • Page 180 WARNING Never smoke while working in the engine compartment; gas and inflammable vapours may be present, with the risk of fire. When topping up take care not to confuse the various types of fluids: they are all in- compatible with one anoth- er and could seriously damage the ve- hicle.
  • Page 181 WARNING When the engine is hot, take care when working inside the engine compartment to avoid burns. Remember that when the engine is hot, fan may cut in: danger of injury. Scarves, ties and other loose cloth- ing might be pulled by moving parts. F0N0101m F0N0102m fig.
  • Page 182 PARAFLU UP. Use the same fluid type as that already in the cooling system when topping up. PARAFLU UP fluid cannot be mixed with any other type of fluid. Should it happen, under no circumstances start the engine; contact a Fiat Dealership.
  • Page 183 50% TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC35 and 50% water in winter. In case of temperatures below –20°C, use undiluted TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC35 fluid. Check level through the reservoir. F0N0105m F0N0107m fig. 7 - 2.2 - 2.3 versions fig. 8 WARNING WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW BRAKE FLUID fig.
  • Page 184 If the fluid level in the reservoir is below Make sure that the highly the specified level, top up with one of the corrosive brake fluid does not products specified in table “Fluids and lu- drip onto the paintwork; if it bricants”...

  • Page 185: Air Filter

    Remove the protection cover to find WARNING Running the battery with low fluid level can damage Contact Fiat Dealership to have the bat- the battery beyond repair and could tery checked/replaced. also cause its explosion. CHECKING THE CHARGE fig.
  • Page 186 If after buying the vehicle, you to have the battery changed want to install electric accessories at a Fiat Dealership, which is properly which require permanent electric sup- equipped for disposing of used batter- ply (alarm, free-hand phone kit, etc.) ies respecting nature and the law.
  • Page 187 (alarm, etc.) tery or near it, always wear running; contact Fiat Dealership whose qualified the proper goggles. personnel, in addition to suggesting the ❒ before performing any operation on...

  • Page 188: Wheels And Tyres

    WARNING to at a Fiat Dealership; Remember that road holding ❒ avoid overloading the vehicle when depends also on the correct travelling: this may cause serious dam- tyre inflating pressure.

  • Page 189: Rubber Hoses

    RUBBER HOSES WINDSCREEN WARNING If the pressure is too low the As far as the brake system and fuel rubber tyre overheats and this can BLADES hoses are concerned, carefully follow the cause it serious damage. “Service schedule” in this section. Periodically clean the rubber part using special products;...
  • Page 190 WARNING Driving with worn wiper blades is a serious hazard, because visibility is reduced in bad weather. F0N0137m F0N0112m fig. 14 fig. 15 Changing the windscreen wiper SPRAY NOZZLES blades fig. 14 Windscreen wiper fig. 15 Proceed as follows: If the jet of fluid is inadequate, firstly check ❒...

  • Page 191: Bodywork

    ❒ Use of “open” boxed sections to pre- In the case of deep scrapes or scores, you On your vehicle, Fiat implemented the vent condensation and pockets of are advised to have the necessary touching best manufacturing technologies to effec- moisture from triggering rust inside.
  • Page 192 Do not wash the vehicle after it has been Windows To correctly wash the vehicle: left in the sun or with the bonnet hot: this ❒ remove the aerial from the roof to Use specific window cleaner products. may alter the shine of the paintwork. Use also clean cloths to avoid scratching prevent damage to it if the vehicle is Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned in...

  • Page 193: Interiors

    Before using special products for clean- ing interiors, read carefully label instruc- WARNING tions and indications to make sure they Fabric upholstery of your Fiat Never use flammable prod- are free from spirit and/or alcohol-based Ducato is purpose-made to ucts like oil ether or rectified substances.
  • Page 194 IDENTIFICATION DATA ........... ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS ....ENGINE ..................FUEL FEED ................TRANSMISSION ..............BRAKES ..................SUSPENSIONS................. STEERING................. WHEELS ..................DIMENSIONS ................PERFORMANCE ..............WEIGHTS ................. CAPACITIES ................FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS..........FUEL CONSUMPTION ............EMISSIONS ..............

  • Page 195: Identification Data

    IDENTIFICATION DATA H Maximum vehicle weight on rear axle. Engine type. You are advised to note the identification L Body version code. codes. The identification data stamped and given on the plates and their position are M Spare part code. the following: N Smoke opacity index (for diesel en- ❒...
  • Page 196 The plate is to be found on the front cross member of the engine compartment and it bears the following identification data: A Paint manufacturer. B Colour name. C Fiat colour code. fig. 4 F0N0161m D Respray and touch up code. CHASSIS MARKING fig. 3 These are to be found respectively: on the internal wheelhouse on passenger’s side...

  • Page 197: Engine Codes - Bodywork Versions

    ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS Versions Engine code 2.2 Multijet 100HP 2.3 Multijet 120HP SOFIM F1AE0481D 2.3 Multijet 130HP SOFIM F1AE0481N Below is an example of body version with relevant key valid for any body version: Key: MODEL CAPACITY ENGINE TRANSMISSION/DRIVING AXLES BODYWORK WHEELBASE...
  • Page 198 CAPACITY 3,000 kg 3,300 kg 3,500 kg LIGHT 3,500 kg HEAVY 4,005 kg ENGINES 2.2 Multijet 100 HP 2.3 Multijet 120 HP 2.3 Multijet 130 HP TRANSMISSION Mechanical gearbox Automatic gearbox BODYWORK Chassis-cab chassis Long cab body Chassis without cab Long cab chassis Chassis-cab floor Minibus...

  • Page 199: Engine

    ENGINE GENERAL 2.2 Multijet 2.3 Multijet 2.3 Multijet 130 HP 100 HP 120 HP Engine code Sofim F1AE0481D Sofim F1AE0481N Diesel Cycle Diesel Diesel 4 in line 4 in line 4 in line Number and layout of cylinders Piston bore and stroke 86 x 94.6 88 x 94 88 x 94...

  • Page 200: Fuel Feed

    FUEL FEED Fuel feed Multijet direct injection “Common Rail” WARNING Modifications or repairs to the fuel feed system that are not carried out properly or do not take the system’s technical specifications into account can cause malfunctions leading to the risk of fire. TRANSMISSION 2.2 Multijet 100 HP 2.3 Multijet...

  • Page 201: Brakes

    BRAKES Service brakes: – front self-ventilating disc disc – rear Parking brake controlled by hand lever, it works on rear brakes IMPORTANT Water, ice and antifreeze salt on roads may deposit on the brake discs thus reducing braking efficiency at first braking. SUSPENSIONS Mc Pherson independent wheels Front...

  • Page 202: Wheels

    WHEELS SPARE WHEEL Printed steel rim. RIMS AND TYRES Tubeless tyre (same as those fitted). Pressed steel or alloy rims. Tubeless tyres WHEEL GEOMETRY with radial carcass. The homologated tyres are listed in the Log book. Front wheel toe-in measured from rim to rim: 1 ±...
  • Page 203 Maximum speed rating Load rating (capacity) UNDERSTANDING RIM MARKING fig. 4 Q = up to 160 km/h. 70 = 335 kg 81 = 462 kg Example: 6J x 15 ET43 R = up to 170 km/h. 71 = 345 kg 82 = 475 kg 5,00 = rim width in inches 1.
  • Page 204 Versions Rims Standard tyres All types, light 215/70 R15C 109/107S 6J x 15” - H2 (excluding free time) 225/70 R15C 112/110S All types, light 6J x 15” - H2 215/70 R15CP 109/107Q (free time) 215/70 R16C 116/114R All types, heavy 6J x 16”...
  • Page 205 COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE (bar) Application Front Rear 205/70 R15 3000 PTT(*) Light 4.0 ± 0,05 4.0 ± 0,05 3000 PTT(*) Light / 3500 PTT(*) Light 4.1 ± 0,05 4.5 ± 0,05 3000 PTT(*) Light with oversize tyres 4.0 ± 0,05 4.0 ±...

  • Page 206: Dimensions

    DIMENSIONS VAN VERSION Dimensions are expressed in mm and refer to the vehicle fitted with standard tyres. Height is intended on an unladen vehicle. fig. 5 F0N0115m...
  • Page 207 Versions XLH2 XLH3 3000 3450 4035 4035 1015 1015 1015 1380 4963 5413 5998 6363 2254 2254/2522 2522/2760 2522/2760 1810 1810 1810 1810 2050 2050 2050 2050 – – – – 1790 1790 1790 1790 Dimensions vary according to the version, within the limits indicated above...
  • Page 208 TRUCK VERSION Dimensions are expressed in mm and refer to the vehicle fitted with standard tyres. Height is intended on an unladen vehicle. fig. 6 F0N0116m...
  • Page 209 Versions Body Chassis-cab chassis XLH1 XLH1 MLH1 3000 3450 4035 4035 3000 3450/3800 4035 4035 1390 1390 1247 1756 1325 5358/5708 5943 5338 5789 6230 6739 4908 6308 2798 3248 3833 4198 – – – – 2254 2254 2254 2254 2254÷3500 2254÷3500 2254÷3500...
  • Page 210 Versions Chassis cowl chassis Chassis-cab special XLH1 XLH1 MLH1 MLH1 3000 3450/3800 4035 4035 3000 3450/3800 4035 4035 1225 1245 5278/5628 5863 4785 5235/5585 5820 6185 4808 6228 – – – – – – – – 3500 (Max) 3500 (Max) 3500 (Max) 3500 (Max) 2254÷3500...
  • Page 211 Versions Chassis cowl special XLH1 MLH1 3000 3450/3800 4035 4035 1245 4805 5255/5605 5840 6205 – – – – 3500 (Max) 3500 (Max) 3500 (Max) 3500 (Max) 1810 1810 1810 1810 1790÷1980 1790÷1980 1790÷1980 1790÷1980 2050÷2350 2050÷2350 2050÷2350 2050÷2350 Dimensions vary according to the version, within the limits indicated above...

  • Page 212: Performance

    PERFORMANCE Top speeds allowable after running in km/h. 2.2 Multijet 100 HP 2.3 Multijet 120 HP 2.3 Multijet 130 HP CH1-MH1 – MH2-LH2 – XLH2 LH3-XLH3 – CHASSIS CAB/ MH1-MLH1 CHASSIS COWL (excluding free time) LH1-XLH1 CHASSIS CAB/ MH1-MLH1 CHASSIS COWL (excluding free time) LH1-XLH1...

  • Page 213: Weights

    VAN WEIGHTS 2.2 Multijet 2.3 Multijet Weights (kg) 100 HP 120 HP Versions 3,000 kg capacity Kerb weight (including fuel, spare wheel, tools and accessories): 1845 ÷ 1910 1860 ÷ 1925 Payload (*) including the driver: 758 ÷ 905 808 ÷ 890 Maximum admitted loads (**) 1600 1600...
  • Page 214 VAN WEIGHTS 2.2 Multijet 2.3 Multijet Weights (kg) 100 HP 120 HP Versions 3,300 kg capacity Kerb weight (including fuel, spare wheel, tools and accessories): 1845 ÷ 1985 1860 ÷ 2000 Payload (*) including the driver: 1058 ÷ 1205 1043 ÷ 1150 Maximum admitted loads (**) 1750 1750...
  • Page 215 VAN WEIGHTS 2.2 Multijet 2.3 Multijet Weights (kg) 100 HP 120 HP Versions 3,500 kg capacity Kerb weight (including fuel, spare wheel, tools and accessories): 1845 ÷ 1985 1860 ÷ 2000 Payload (*) including the driver: 1183 ÷ 1405 1168 ÷ 1390 Maximum admitted loads (**) 1850 1850...
  • Page 216 TRUCK BODY WEIGHTS (2/3 SEATS) 2.2 Multijet 2.3 Multijet Weights (kg) 100 HP 120 HP Versions 3,000 kg capacity Kerb weight (including fuel, spare wheel, tools and accessories): 1795 ÷ 1840 1810 ÷ 1855 Payload (*) including the driver: 868 ÷ 985 858 ÷...
  • Page 217 TRUCK BODY WEIGHTS (2/3 SEATS) 2.2 Multijet 2.3 Multijet Weights (kg) 100 HP 120 HP Versions 3,300 kg capacity Kerb weight (including fuel, spare wheel, tools and accessories): 1795 ÷ 1895 1810 ÷ 1910 Payload (*) including the driver: 1098 ÷ 1285 1133 ÷...
  • Page 218 TRUCK BODY WEIGHTS (2/3 SEATS) 2.2 Multijet 2.3 Multijet Weights (kg) 100 HP 120 HP Versions 3,500 kg capacity Kerb weight (including fuel, spare wheel, tools and accessories): 1795 ÷ 1895 1810 ÷ 1910 Payload (*) including the driver: 1278 ÷ 1445 1278 ÷...
  • Page 219 CHASSIS-CAB CHASSIS WITH FLOOR WEIGHTS (2/3 SEATS) 2.2 Multijet 2.3 Multijet Weights (kg) 100 HP 120 HP Versions 3,000 kg capacity Kerb weight (including fuel, spare wheel, tools and accessories): 1580 ÷ 1600 1595 ÷ 1615 Payload (*) including the driver: 1168 ÷...
  • Page 220 CHASSIS-CAB CHASSIS WITH FLOOR WEIGHTS (2/3 SEATS) 2.2 Multijet 2.3 Multijet Weights (kg) 100 HP 120 HP Versions 3,300 kg capacity Kerb weight (including fuel, spare wheel, tools and accessories): 1580 ÷ 1615 1595 ÷ 1630 Payload (*) including the driver: 1453 ÷...
  • Page 221 CHASSIS-CAB CHASSIS WITH FLOOR WEIGHTS (2/3 SEATS) 2.2 Multijet 2.3 Multijet Weights (kg) 100 HP 120 HP Versions 3,500 kg capacity Kerb weight (including fuel, spare wheel, tools and accessories): 1580 ÷ 1615 1595 ÷ 1630 Payload (*) including the driver: 1653 ÷...
  • Page 222 CHASSIS-CAB CHASSIS WEIGHTS (2/3 SEATS) 2.2 Multijet 2.3 Multijet 2.3 Multijet Weights (kg) 2.2 Multijet Versions 3,000 kg capacity 120 HP (❏) 120 HP (▼) 100 HP (❏) 100 HP (▼) Kerb weight (including fuel, spare wheel, tools and accessories): 1590 ÷...
  • Page 223 CHASSIS-CAB CHASSIS WEIGHTS (2/3 SEATS) 2.2 Multijet 2.2 Multijet 2.3 Multijet 2.3 Multijet 2.3 Multijet Weights (kg) 2.3 Multijet Versions 3,300 kg capacity 120 HP (▼) 130 HP (❏) 130 HP (▼) 100 HP (❏) 100 HP (▼) 120 HP (❏) Kerb weight (including fuel, spare wheel, tools and accessories):...
  • Page 224 CHASSIS-CAB CHASSIS WEIGHTS (2/3 SEATS) 2.2 Multijet 2.2 Multijet 2.3 Multijet 2.3 Multijet 2.3 Multijet Weights (kg) 2.3 Multijet Versions 3,500 kg capacity 120 HP (▼) 130 HP (❏) 130 HP (▼) 100 HP (❏) 100 HP (▼) 120 HP (❏) Kerb weight (including fuel, spare wheel, tools and accessories):...

  • Page 225: Capacities

    (*) For all versions it is possible to request 120 litre tank. On “Free time” versions it is possible to request 60 litre tank. (▼) With Webasto: 11.15 litres Heater under the seat 600cc: 11.6 litres Rear heater 900cc: 11.9 litres (●) Ask Fiat Dealership for the appropriate Tutela product.

  • Page 226: Fluids And Lubricants

    Should non-genuine SAE 5W-40 products be used, lubricants with minimum ACEA B4 properties are tolerated; in this event top engine performance is not guaranteed. Using low-quality products, not compliant with ACEA B4 properties and specifications could cause engine damages not covered by warranty. For very cold temperatures, consult Fiat Dealership for the proper Selenia product to use.
  • Page 227 CUNA NC 956-II PROFESSIONAL undiluted in wind- washer fluid SC 35 screen/rear window washer/wiper systems (*) IMPORTANT Do not top up or mix with fluids having characteristics different from those specified. (●) Ask Fiat Dealership for the appropriate Tutela product.

  • Page 228: Fuel Consumption

    ❒ extra-urban cycle: frequent acceler- FUEL CONSUMPTION IMPORTANT The type of route, traffic situations, weather conditions, driving ating in all gears, simulating extraurban style, general conditions of the vehicle, use of the vehicle; the speed varies be- The fuel consumption figures given in the trim level/equipment/accessories, load, cli- tween 0 and 120 km/h;...

  • Page 229: Co 2 Emissions

    EMISSIONS The CO emission levels at the exhaust given in the following tables refer to combined consumption. Versions emissions according to 1999/100/CE Directive (g/km) 2.2 Multijet 2.3 Multijet (*) Values not available for the present.
  • Page 230 Bodywork exhaust emissions ..... 228 BS ............84 Code card..........– maintenance ........190 Accessories purchased by Consumption the user ..........93 – version codes ......... 194 – engine oil .......... 180 Air bags (front)........108 Bonnet ............ 80 – fuel ............. 227 Air bags (side)........
  • Page 231 – rear bulb replacement ....155 Folding top ..........73 Headlight washer – side bulb replacement....154 Follow me home (device) ....60 – control ..........62 Doors ............. 74 Front ceiling lights Headlights..........83 – bulb replacement ......156 –...
  • Page 232 – engine oil ......... 180 – identification data......194 Reversing light ........155 – power steering fluid ..... 183 Pollen filter..........184 Rims – windscreen/rear window/ – understanding rim marking..202 Power steering fluid level ....183 headlight washer......182 Power windows Roof rack/ski rack ........
  • Page 233 Sound system ........92 Tyre pressure ........204 Windscreen washer – control ..........61 Tyres Starting the engine ....... 116 – fluid level ......... 182 – changing ........... 141 – bump starting ......... 141 Windscreen wipers – snow tyres ........125 –...
  • Page 237 On “Free time” versions it is possible to request 60 litre tank Fiat Auto S.p.A. - Quality - Assistenza Tecnica - Ingegneria Assistenziale - Largo Senatore G. Agnelli, 5 - 10040 Volvera - Torino (Italia) Print n. 603.45.991- I/2006 - 1...

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