Fiat BRAVO User guide

The data contained in this publication is intended merely as a guide. FIAT reserves the right to modify the models and
versions described in this booklet at any time for technical and commercial reasons.
If you have any further questions please consult your FIAT dealer.
Printed in recycled paper without chlorine. OWNER HANDBOOK
FIATBRAVO
ENGLISH
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We really know your car because we invented, designed and built it: we really know every single detail.
At Fiat Service authorised workshops you can find technicians directly trained by us,
offering quality and professionalism for all service operations.
Fiat workshops are always close to you for the regular servicing operations, season checks
and practical recommendations by our experts.
With Fiat Genuine Parts you keep the reliability, comfort and performance features
of your new car unchanged in time: that's why you bought it for.
Always ask for Genuine Parts for the components used on our cars; we recommend them because
they come from our steady commitment in research and development of highly innovative technologies.
For all these reasons: rely on Genuine Parts, because they are the only ones designed
by Fiat for your car.
SAFETY:
BRAKING SYSTEM
ENVIRONMENT: PARTICULATE FILTERS,
CLIMATE CONTROL MAINTENANCE
COMFORT: SUSPENSION
AND WINDSCREEN WIPERS
PERFORMANCE: SPARK PLUGS,
INJECTORS AND BATTERIES
LINEACCESSORI
ROOF RACK BARS, WHEEL RIMS
WHY CHOOSING
GENUINE PARTS
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CHOOSING GENUINE PARTS
IS THE MOST NATURAL CHOICE
PERFORMANCE
GENUINE PARTS
COMFORT
GENUINE PARTS
SAFETY
GENUINE PARTS
AMBIENT
GENUINE PARTS
VALUES
GENUINE PARTS
ACCESSORIES
GENUINE PARTS

HOW TO RECOGNISE
GENUINE PARTS
Pollen filter
Genuine
Parts
Shock absorber
Genuine
Parts
Brake pads
Genuine
Parts
To recognise a Genuine Part, check that the component bears our brands, always clearly visible on Genuine Parts,
from the braking system to windscreen wipers, from shock absorbers to pollen filter.
All Genuine Parts undergo strict controls, both during design and manufacturing stages,
by specialists using vanguard materials, to test the component reliability.
This to guarantee performance and safety for you and your passengers on board, for a long time.
Always ask for and make sure a Genuine Part has been used.

Dear Customer,
We would like to congratulate and thank you for choosing a Fiat Bravo.
We have written this handbook to help you get to know all the features of your car and use it in the best possible way.
You are recommended to read it right through before taking to the road for the first time.
It contains important information, advice and instructions for the use of the car which will help you get the very best out
of your Fiat. The handbook also provides a description of special features and tips as well as essential information for
correct care, maintenance, safe car driving and use and preservation of your Fiat over time.
Carefully read the warnings and indications marked with the following symbols:
personal safety;
car safety;
environmental protection.
The enclosed Warranty Booklet lists the services that Fiat offers to its Customers:
❒the Warranty Certificate with terms and conditions for maintaining its validity;
❒the range of additional services available to Fiat Customers.
We are sure that these will help you familiarise with your new car and appreciate it and the care provided by the people
at Fiat.
Enjoy reading. Happy motoring!
This Owner Handbook describes all the versions of the Fiat Bravo. As a
consequence, you should only consider the information which is related to the trim
level, engine and version that you have purchased. All data contained in this
publication are purely indicative. Fiat Group Automobiles can modify the
specifications of the vehicle model described in this publication at any time, for
technical or commercial reasons. For further information, contact a Fiat Dealership.

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION!
REFUELLING
Only use diesel fuel compliant with European
specification EN590. The use of other products
or mixtures may damage the engine beyond
repair and consequently invalidate the warranty.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Make sure that the handbrake is engaged; place
the gear lever in neutral. Fully depress the clutch
pedal, without pressing the accelerator, then
turn the ignition key to the MAR-ON position
and wait for the and warning lights
to switch off; turn the ignition key to AVV and
release it as soon as the engine starts.
PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
The catalytic converter develops high
temperatures during operation. Do not park the
car on grass, dry leaves, pine needles or other
flammable material: fire hazard.
RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
The car is fitted with a system that allows
continuous diagnosis of the components related
to emissions to ensure increased respect for
the environment.
ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
If, after buying the car, you decide to add
electrical accessories (with the risk of gradually
draining the battery), contact a Fiat Dealership.
They will calculate the overall electrical
requirement and check that the car’s electrical
system can support the required load.
CODE card
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Keep it in a safe place, not in the car. You should
have the electronic code shown on the CODE
card with you at all times.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct maintenance of the car is essential for
ensuring that it maintains its performance and its
safety features, its environmental friendliness
and low running costs for a long time to come.
THE OWNER MANUAL CONTAINS…
… important information, advice and warnings
for correct use, driving safety and maintenance of
your car over time. Special attention must be
paid to the symbols provided (personal safety)
(environmental protection) (car integrity).

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
DASHBOARD
The presence and position of the controls, instruments and indicators may vary according to the different
versions.
1. Diffuser for directing air to the side windows - 2. Adjustable and directable air diffuser - 3. Exterior light control lever -
4. Instrument panel - 5. Windscreen wiper/rear window wiper/trip computer control lever - 6. Adjustable and directable
air diffusers - 7. Hazard warning lights switch - 8. Passenger front airbag - 9. Glove compartment - 10. Fog lights/rear
fog lights and menu access/setting switch unit - 11. Radio controls - 12. Heating/ventilation/climate control system
controls - 13. Electric power steering and ASR system (for versions/markets, where present)/front and rear parking
sensors (for versions/markets, where present) on/off switch unit - 14. Ignition key and ignition switch - 15. Driver side
front knee bag (for versions/markets, where provided) - 16. Driver front airbag - 17. Steering wheel locking lever -
18. Fuse box access flap - 19. Bonnet release lever
fig. 1 F0Q0639
3
GETTING TO
KNOW YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX

CONTROL PANEL AND
INSTRUMENTS
A. Speedometer B. Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light C. Engine coolant temperature gauge with overheating
warning light D. Rev counter E. Display
fig. 2 F0Q0909
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GETTING TO
KNOW YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX

SPEEDOMETER
Shows the car speed (speedometer).
REV COUNTER
This indicates the engine rpm.
When the engine is idling, the rev counter may
indicate a gradual or sudden increase of the speed.
This behaviour is standard as it takes place during the
activation of the climate control system or the fan.
It should not be considered as a fault. In these cases,
a slow change in revs is used to protect the battery
charge.
IMPORTANT The electronic injection control system
gradually shuts off the flow of fuel when the engine
is “over-revving” resulting in a gradual loss of engine
power.
FUEL LEVEL GAUGE
This shows the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
Warning light A fig. 3 comes on to indicate that
approximately 8-10 litres of fuel are left in the tank.
Etank empty
Ftank full (see the instructions provided in the
"Refuelling the car" paragraph in this chapter).
Do not travel with the fuel tank almost empty: any
gaps in fuel delivery could damage the catalytic
converter.
IMPORTANT The needle will point to E and warning
light A fig. 3 will flash to indicate a fault in the
system. Contact a Fiat Dealership to have the system
checked.
fig. 3 F0Q0608
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GETTING TO
KNOW YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
INDICATOR
This shows the temperature of the engine coolant
fluid and starts working when the fluid temperature
exceeds approx. 50°C.
Under normal conditions, the needle assumes
different positions within the scale depending on the
usage conditions.
CLow engine coolant temperature
HHigh engine coolant temperature.
Warning light B fig. 3 may light up (and a message on
the display may appear on certain versions) to
indicate that the coolant fluid temperature is too
high; in this case, stop the engine and contact a Fiat
Dealership.
If the needle for the engine coolant
temperature reaches the red area, stop
the engine immediately and contact a Fiat
Dealership.
SYMBOLS
Some car components have coloured labels whose
symbols indicate precautions to be observed when
using this component.
A plate summarising these symbols fig. 4 can be
found under the bonnet.
fig. 4 F0Q0640
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GETTING TO
KNOW YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX