Fiat Fullback Club cab, Owner'S Manual

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START&STOP
SYSTEM
The Start&Stop system automatically
stops and restarts the engine without
operating the ignition switch or engine
switch when the vehicle is stopped,
such as at a traffic light or in a traffic
jam, to reduce exhaust gases, increase
fuel efficiency.
NOTE The accumulated time the
engine has been stopped by
Start&Stop system is displayed in the
multi information display. Refer to
“Start&Stop monitor”.
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Automatically stopping the engine
The Start&Stop system is automatically
activated when the ignition switch is
turned to the “ON” position or the
operation mode is put in ON.
You can deactivate the system by
pressing the “Start&Stop OFF” switch.
Refer to “To deactivate”.
When the Start&Stop system will
operate, the indicator lamp will turn on
to inform the driver.
1. Stop the vehicle.
2. While depressing the brake pedal,
fully depress the clutch pedal and place
the gearshift lever in the “N” (Neutral)
position.
3. Release the clutch pedal. The engine
will stop automatically.
NOTE When the engine is automatically
stopped, changes will occur in the
driving operations. Pay careful attention
to the following.
The brake booster becomes
inoperative and the pedal effort will
increase. If the vehicle is moving, press
down the brake pedal harder than
usual.
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NOTE In the following cases, the
“Start&Stop” indicator lamp will blink to
inform the driver and the engine will not
stop automatically.
Driver’s seat belt is not fastened
Driver’s door is open
Bonnet is open
NOTE In the following cases, the
“Start&Stop” indicator lamp will turn off
and the engine will not stop
automatically.
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