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SPARK PLUGS
The cleanness and soundness of the
spark plugs
fig. 19 are very important
for keeping the engine efficient and
polluting emissions down.
The appearance of the spark plug, if
examined by an expert eye, is a good
way of pinpointing a problem even if it
has nothing to do with the ignition sys-
tem. Therefore, if the engine has prob-
lems, it is important to have the spark
plugs checked at a
Fiat Dealership.
The spark plugs must be
changed at the times
specified in the Service
Schedule. Only use the type of
plugs indicated. If the heat ratio is
less than required or the life spec-
ified is not guaranteed, problems
can arise.
Spark plug (type)
1.2
Champion RC7BMCChampion RC8BYC
1.6NGK BKR5EZ
Champion RC10YCC
Bosch FR8DE
fig. 19
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WHEELS AND
TYRES
TYRE PRESSURE
Every two weeks and before long
journeys, check the pressure of each
tyre including the spare.
The pressure must be checked when
the tyre is rested and cold.
It is normal for the pressure to rise
when you are driving. If you have to
check or to restore the pressure
when the tyres are warm, remember
that the pressure value must be 0.3
bar above the specified value.
Tyre pressure must be
correct to ensure good
road holding.
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Do not change the tyres
over in criss-cross fashion
by moving a tyre from the
left hand side of the car to the
right and vice versa.
Wrong tyre pressure causes uneven
wear of the tyres
fig. 20:
A- Correct pressure: tyre wears
evenly
B- Under inflated tyre: shoulder
tread wear
C- Over inflated tyre: centre tread
wear. Tyres must be replaced when the
tread wears down to 1.6 mm. In any
case, comply with the laws in the
country where the vehicle is being dri-
ven.
IMPORTANT
As far as possible avoid sharp brak-
ing, screech starts etc.
Be careful not to hit the kerb, pot-
holes or other obstacles hard. Driving
over bumpy roads can damage the
tyres.
Periodically check that the tyres have
no cuts in the side wall, abnormal
swelling or irregular tyre wear. If any
of these occur, have the car seen to at
a
Fiat Dealership.
Avoid overloading your car: this can
seriously damage wheels and/or tyres.
If you get a flat tyre, stop immediately
and change it so as not to damage the
tyre, the wheel, the suspension and
the steering.
Tyres age even if they are not used
very much. Cracking of the tread rub-
ber and the side walls are a sign of age-
If the pressure is too low
the tyre overheats and
this can cause serious
damage.
fig. 20
P4E01445
ing. In any case, if the tyres have been
fitted for more than six years they
should be examined by an expert who
can judge whether they are still fit for
use. Remember to check the spare
tyre particularly carefully.
If a replacement is necessary, always
use new tyres and avoid using ones the
origin of which you are not certain
about.
If you replace a tyre, it is necessary
to check the inflation valve condition
and, as necessary, to change it too.
To ensure the front and rear tyres all
wear evenly, you are advised to change
the tyres over every 10-15 thousand
kilometres keeping them on the same
side of the car so as not to reverse the
direction of rotation.
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The system is filled with
R134a refrigerant which
will not pollute the envi-
ronment in the event of leakage.
Under no circumstances should
R12 fluid be used as it is incom-
patible with the system compo-
nents and contains CFCs.
MANUAL CLIMATE
CONTROL
During winter, the climate control
system must be turned on at least
once a month for about ten minutes.
Before summer, have the system
checked at a
Fiat Dealership.
BODYWORK
PROTECTING THE CAR
FROM ATMOSPHERIC
AGENTS
The main causes of rust are:
– atmospheric pollution
– salt and humidity in the atmosphere
(coastal or very hot and humid areas);
– environmental conditions that are
specific to the season.
In addition, the abrasiveness of dust
in the atmosphere and sand carried by
the wind as well as mud and stones
kicked up by other cars must not be
underestimated.
Fiat has used leading-edge techno-
logical solutions to effectively protect
the body from rust.
The main ones are:
– Painting systems and products that
make the car particularly resistant to
rust and scratching.– The use of zinc-plated (or pre-
treated) sheet steel which is highly re-
sistant to rust.
– The spraying of the underbody, en-
gine compartment, inside the wheel-
arches and other parts with wax-based
products with a high protective ca-
pacity.
– Spraying plastic-coating materials
to protect the most exposed points:
under the door, inside the wings, the
edges etc.
– The use of “open” box sections to
prevent condensation and water from
building up and rusting the inside of
the parts.
BODY AND UNDERBODY
GUARANTEE
Fiat Palio is covered by warranty
against any original structural or body
part being perforated by rust. Refer to
the “WARRANTY (Owners Service
Policy) BOOKLET” for the general
terms.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Motor and engineering enthusiasts as well as
those “in the trade” will probably start reading from
this point in the handbook. This, in fact, is where a
section jam-packed with facts, figures, formulae,
measurements and tables begins.
In a sense, it is Fiat Palio’s identity card. A docu-
ment that introduces the car and explains in techni-
cal jargon all the features that go together to make it
a model designed to give you superlative driving sat-
isfaction.CAR IDENTIFICATION DATA ........................... PAGE 129
ENGINE CODES -
BODYWORK PAINT IDENTIFICATION
PLATE .......................................................................... PAGE 130
ENGINE ....................................................................... PAGE 131
TRANSMISSION ....................................................... PAGE 133
BRAKES ....................................................................... PAGE 134
SUSPENSIONS ......................................................... PAGE. 134
STEERING ................................................................... PAGE 135
WHEELS AND TYRES ............................................ PAGE 136
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ............................................ PAGE 137
WEIGHTS ................................................................... PAGE 138
PERFORMANCES ..................................................... PAGE 138
DIMENSIONS ............................................................ PAGE 139
CAPACITIES .............................................................. PAGE 140
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ................................. PAGE 141
TYRE PRESSURE ....................................................... PAGE 143
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TRANSMISSION
CLUTCH
Self-adjusting with travel-free pedal.
Hydraulic clutch control.Cyclical gear reduction and differen-
tial assembly incorporated in the gear-
box. The ratios are:
Drive transmission to the front
wheels by means of drive shafts con-
nected to the differential assembly and
the wheels with CV joints.
GEARBOX
AND DIFFERENTIAL
Five forward gears and reverse with
synchromesh for front gear engage-
ment.
The ratios are:
1.2 1.6 1.9
in 1st
gear4.273 3.909 3.909
in 2nd
gear 2.158 2.158 2.158
in 3rd
gear 1.345 1.345 1.480
in 4th
gear0.974 0.974 1.121
in 5th
gear 0.829 0.829 0.829
reverse3.818 3.818 3.818
Torque Teeth
reduction Number
in the differential
1.23.867 58/15
1.63.867 58/15
1.9 D3.867 58/15
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SUSPENSIONS
FRONT
Independent wheel, MacPherson-
type with lower wishbones anchored
to an auxiliary cross bar.
Coil springs and double action shock
absorbers.
Anti-roll stabiliser bar.
REAR
Torsion axle coil spring.
Stabiliser bar and telescopic dual ef-
fect shock absorber.
BRAKES
SERVICE AND EMERGENCY
BRAKES
Front: disc-type with floating calliper.
Rear: drum and self-centering shoes.
Cross-over hydraulic circuit control.
Vacuum brake booster: 9”.
Four channel ABS system with four
sensors.
Automatic take-up of clearance due
to friction lining wear.
Brake distributor proportioning valve
working on the hydraulic cricuit of the
rear brakes.
HAND BRAKE
Controlled by a lever, it works me-
chanically on the rear brakes.
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STEERING
Energy absorbing steering wheel (air
bag, if provided).
Rake adjustable, jointed energy ab-
sorbing steering column.
Mechanical or hydraulic rack and pin-
ion command with permanent lubri-
cation.
Hydraulic power steering (as pro-
vided).
Permanent lubrication joints.
Minimum turning diameter:
10.2 metres.
Number of steering wheel turns lock
to lock:
3.69 turns for mechanical steering;
2.66 turns for hydraulic steering.
Do not push the power
steering to its limit while
the engine is running for
more than 15 seconds: this will
make a noise and could damage
the system.
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Max speed index
Q
= up to 160 km/h.
R= up to 170 km/h.
S= up to 180 km/h.
T= up to 190 km/h.
U= up to 200 km/h.
H= up to 210 km/h.
V= up to 240 km/h.
W= up to 270 km/h.
Y= up to 300 km/h.
Load index (capacity)
60
= 250 kg
61 = 257 kg
62= 265 kg
63= 272 kg
64= 280 kg
65= 290 kg
66= 300 kg
67= 307 kg
68= 315 kg
69= 325 kg
70 = 335 kg
71= 345 kg
72= 355 kg
73= 365 kg
74= 375 kg
75= 387 kg
76= 400 kg
77= 412 kg
78= 425 kg
79= 437 kg
80= 450 kg
81= 462 kg
82= 475 kg
83= 487 kg
84= 500 kg
85= 515 kg
86= 530 kg
87= 545 kg
88= 560 kg
89= 580 kg
90= 600 kg
91= 615 kg
92= 630 kg
93= 650 kg
94= 670 kg
95= 690 kg
96 = 710 kg
97= 730 kg
98= 750 kg
99= 775 kg
100= 800 kg
101= 825 kg
102= 850 kg
103= 875 kg
104= 900 kg
1CORRECT READING
OF THE RIM fig. 6
The indications, necessary to know
the meaning of the identification ini-
tials printed on the rim, are listed be-
low.
CORRECT READING
OF THE TYRE fig. 6
The indications, necessary to know
the meaning of the identification ini-
tials printed on the tyre, are listed be-
low.
175= Nominal (S, distance in mm
between the sides).
65= height/width ratio (H/S) in per-
centage.
R= Radial tyre.
14= Diameter of the rim in inches
(Ø).
82= Load index (capacity).
T= Max speed index. Example
175/65 R 14 82 S
IMPORTANTThe light alloy
wheels are fixed with specific bolt in-
compatible with any printed steel
wheels, excluding the specific spare
wheel.
SNOW TYRES
Use reduced dimension winter tyres,
see “Snow Chains” chapter.
WHEEL GEOMETRY
Convergence of the front wheel mea-
sured between the rims: –1±1(Power
Steering), +1mm (Mechnical Steering).
The values refer to a car after running in.
WHEELS AND
TYRES
Pressed steel or alloy (as provided)
wheel rims; specific fixing bolts (di-
mensionally different and respective-
ly incompatible) for each of the two
types of rim.
IMPORTANTIn the event of dis-
crepancies between the information in
the Owner Handbook and the Log
Book, consider the specifications giv-
en in the Log Book only.
To ensure safety of the vehicle in
movement, it must be fitted with tyres
of specified size and of the same make
and type on all wheels.
Versions Rim Tyre
1.2 EL-ELX-SPORT5.00Bx13 165/80 R13
1.6 16V GTX51/2 Jx14C(*) 175/65 R14
1.9 D EL-ELX5.00Bx13 165/80 R13
(*) Alloy rims
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