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SAFETY
W
ARNING
LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
SER
VICING
AND CARE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICA
TIONS
INDEX
DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS
IN AN
EMERGENCY
ST
AR
TING UP
AND DRIVING
CONDITIONS OF USE
Cold starting
Short journeys and frequent cold starts will
prevent the engine from reaching optimal
running temperature. Consequently, both
consumption (from +15 to +30% on 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 ad-
versely affect consumption.
Stops in traffic
During prolonged hold-ups (e.g. level cross-
ings) the engine should be switched off.
TOWING TRAILERS
IMPORTANT NOTES
For towing caravans or trailers the car
must be fitted with a certified tow hook
and an adequate electrical system. Instal-
lation should be carried out by specialised
personnel who will issue the required pa-
pers for travelling on roads.
Install any specific and/or additional rear
view mirrors as specified by the Highway
Code.
Remember that when towing a trailer,
steep hills are harder to climb, the brak-
ing spaces increase and overtaking takes
longer depending on the overall weight.
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 car’s loading ca-
pacity by the same amount. Consider the
weight of the trailer fully laden, including
accessories and luggage, to make sure you
do not exceed the maximum towable
weight (shown on the vehicle registration
document).
Top speed
Fuel consumption considerably increases
with speed. Maintain a constant speed,
avoiding unnecessary braking and acceler-
ation, which cost in terms of both fuel and
emissions.
Acceleration
Accelerating violently severely affects con-
sumption and emissions: acceleration
should be gradual and should not exceed
the maximum torque.
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