FIAT DOBLO: Questions and answers

Fiat Doblo 2002

My Fiat Doblo loses power going uphill. Can anyone advise why? (jtd)

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Don’t know if you have air conditioning turned on but that saps engine power going uphill - Robin Lings from Spain

Fiat Doblo 2007

At what mileage should my Fiat Doblo catalytic converter be changed?

Fiat Doblo 2006

Hi. Does anybody know where the earth lead for the exterior lights are on a Fiat Doblo? As I think mine have bad connections as they have gone a bit haywire. Many thanks.

Fiat Doblo 2008

Can anyone tell me if the gear knob unscrews on a Fiat Doblo? I want to change the gaiter but don’t want to damage anything.

Fiat Doblo 2011

What is the maximum width of this model including door mirrors? Fiat UK do not know because it is not in the brochure! All websites I try just give 1832mm, and with mirrors N/A (1.4 MyLife)

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Just take the measurement you already know ie 1832mm and then measure the width of the mirrors x2 then add to the first measurement. Or failing that get a tape measure and measure across the vehicle the outer edge of each mirror - Steve Jones from Northamptonshire

Fiat Doblo 2004

Hi, I have a Fiat Doblo 1.9 diesel JTD (2004). There is a knocking noise coming from the front end of the car whenever doing slower, tighter manoeuvres, ie: three point turns. The mileage is 70,000. Any ideas as to what it might be would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

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Sounds like a CV joint, if it is I would describe it as more of a clicking sound than a knocking - Tony from Leicestershire

Fiat Doblo 2007

Where is the glow plug on a 2007 1.9 Doblo located?

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Usually under a cover next to the battery - Tony Kay from England

Take no notice of the previous answer, the glow plugs are fitted one to each cylinder you should be able to find them by tracing a cable that runs down the back side of the engine under the inlet manifold - Fred Mellor from England

Fiat Doblo 2006

What lbs pressure should the small spare wheel on a Fiat Doblo be kept at? (1.4 Dynamic MPV)

Fiat Doblo 2003

On a Fiat Doblo, how do you remove the rear light cluster to replace bulbs? I have removed the 3 10mm bolts from rear door frame - somebody said there is a rubber plug on the rear frame behind the cluster but this I can not see. Can anyone help?

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Inside the car in the corners behind the lights, you have a hole through the framework for you to insert a socket to remove the bolt at the back of the light cluster. Pain to do. My son and I took the rear seat out and the back quarter panel off to make it easier! - Colin Johnston from England

Easy job to do with one exception. A special tool is provided with the kit to remove the nut holding the cluster to the car (or use a socket on an extension bar). Grab a hold of the speaker grille and gently prise it away from the panel, it slides into the car not upwards. You can then access a large rubber grommet, remove this & the nut can be seen. I like to stuff a large rag to block the void beneath the nut (they are notorious for dropping into the bodywork, never to be seen again!). Undo the screws holding the side of the cluster to the body & the cluster should then drop out - John G from Buckinghamshire

Fiat Doblo 2010

I have a Fiat Doblo 1.6 jtd 2010. Has anybody else had trouble with the gear cable snapping? I am on to my third cable!

Fiat Doblo 2006

I have a problem with my doblo. When the car is idling, I get a big puff of smoke from the exhaust when I move off. Can anyone help?

Fiat Doblo 2005

Can anyone help? I have a Fiat Doblo active jtd (’05) which I am having trouble with locking back door? Also inserted key into lock and still won’t lock. (jtd)

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It depends on the type of door. If it is a split door, it is probably the door handle mechanism. Take the door panel of a check. If the levers look in order and if so, lubricate the mechanism with WD40 while locking and unlocking the lock should be okay after that. If not, investigate further - Mark from Lancashire

Fiat Doblo 2006

Every so often I get a strong burning rubber smell from my Fiat doblo. This has happened intermittently but not regularly since I first bought the car new. The car has been serviced by a Fiat servicer every year since I bought it but I didn’t ask them to investigate the burning rubber smell problem because I didn’t think of it at the time. It doesn’t happen often. It has happened again recently and the strength of the smell is alarming.

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Sorry, I don’t have an answer but I can tell you that mine used to do the same, but hasn’t done so since having the cambelt changed - and no, I don’t see a connection either! Robin Lings from Spain

Fiat Doblo 2006

I have a Fiat Doblo 1.9 diesel. 2006 model. My car is currently losing water - but there are no obvious signs of leakage - can anyone advise?

Fiat Doblo 2001

On acceleration bluey black smoke comes from the exhaust and a loud tapping noise comes from the engine. Can anyone please help or advise?

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Hi mate, I had the same problem, it was my bottom end - Gavin Davies from Wales