The towing device should be fastened to the body by specialized personnel according to any additional and/or integrative information supplied by the Manufacturer of the device.
The tow hitch must comply with the current regulation, with reference to Directive 94/20/EC and amendments.
Install a tow hitch which is suitable for the towing capacity of the vehicle.
Use a unified coupling for the electrical connections. The coupling is generally fitted on a specific mount fastened to the tow hitch.
For electrical connection, a 7 or 13 pole 12VDC coupling must be used (CUNA/UNI and ISO/DIN standards).
Follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the vehicle and/or the tow hitch.
Use the specific trailer light fuse box for electrical connections.
An electric brake should be supplied directly by the battery through a cable with a cross section of no less than 2.5 mm2.
In addition to the electrical connection, only the lead for powering an electric brake and the lead to power a light inside the trailer not exceeding 15W may be connected to the vehicle’s electrical system.
For connections use the preset control unit with battery cable no less than 2,5 mm2.
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If the battery is flat
IMPORTANT Battery recharging procedure is given as information only since this
operation shall be only performed at a Fiat Dealership.
Charging should be slow at a low amp rating for 24 hours. Char ...
Annual inspection schedule
For cars with an annual mileage of below 20,000 km (for example about 15,000
km) the following yearly inspection programme is advised:
❒ check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure if req ...
(C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant Into The DeflatedTire
• Always start the engine before turning ON the TIREFIT kit.
NOTE: Manual transmission vehicles must have the parking brake engaged and the
shift lever in NEUTRAL.
• After pressing the Power Butt ...