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WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
SAFETY
DEVICES
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
❒If a tyre is punctured, stop immediate-
ly and change it to avoid damage to the
tyre, the rim, suspensions and steering
system;
❒Tyres age even if they are not used
much. Cracks in the tread rubber are
a sign of ageing. In any case, if the tyres
have been on the car for over 6 years,
they should be checked by specialised
personnel, to see if they can still be
used. Also remember to check the
space-saver spare wheel;
❒In the case of replacement, always fit
new tyres, avoiding those of dubious
origin;
❒If a tyre is changed, also change the in-
flation valve;
❒To allow even wear between the front
and rear tyres, it is advisable to change
them over every 10-15 thousand kilo-
metres, keeping them on the same
side of the car so as to not reverse the
direction of rotation.
Remember that road holding
depends also on the correct
tyre inflating pressure.
WARNING
Do not cross switch the
tyres, moving them from the
right of the car to the left and vice
versa.
WARNING
If the pressure is too low the
tyre overheats and this can
cause it serious damage.
WARNING
Never submit alloy rims to
repainting treatments re-
quiring to use temperatures exceed-
ing 150°C since the mechanical prop-
erties of the wheels could be im-
paired.
WARNING
RUBBER HOSES
As far as the brake system and fuel rubber
hoses are concerned, carefully follow the
“Service schedule” in this section.
Indeed ozone, high temperatures and pro-
longed lack of fluid in the system may
cause hardening and cracking of the hoses,
with possible leaks. Careful control is
therefore necessary.
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LIGHTS AND
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INDEX
DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
SAFETY
DEVICES
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
Fluid and lubricant specifications
for correct car operation
Synthetic-based engine oils, grade SAE 5W-30
that pass FIAT 9.55535-G1 or
ACEA A3 / B3 specifications
Synthetic-based engine oils, grade SAE 5W-40
that pass FIAT 9.55535-M2 specificationsGenuine fluids
and lubricants
SELENIA
PERFORMER
MULTIPOWER
SELENIA WR Change
intervals
As per Service
Schedule
As per Service
Schedule
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS AND THEIR SPECIFICATIONS
Use
Lubricants
for petrol
engines
Lubricant for
Multijet engines
For regular operation of Multijet versions fitted with DPF, use the genuine lubricant only. In the event of an emergency, lacking
the genuine lubricant, top up just once with max. 0.5 l and go to Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
Should non-genuine SAE 5W-40 products be used, lubricants with minimum ACEA A3 properties for petrol engines and ACEA
B4 for Diesel engines are tolerated; in this event top engine performance is not guaranteed.
Using low-quality products, not compliant with ACEA A3 and ACEA B4 properties and specifications could cause engine damages
not covered by warranty.
For very cold temperatures, consult Fiat Dealership for the proper Seleniaproduct to use.
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LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
SAFETY
DEVICES
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
– emergency opening........................ 77
– extension ......................................... 77
– luggage compartment cover ........ 79
– opening and closing ...................... 76
Boot light ............................................... 168
Brake Assist (brake assist
in an emergency)................................ 87
Brake fluid level..................................... 196
Brakes
– fluid level ......................................... 196
– technical data ................................. 214
Bulb (replacement)
– bulb types ........................................ 158
– general instructions ....................... 157
Capacity ................................................. 224
Car inactivity.......................................... 136
Car maintenance
– heavy-duty ........................................ 187
– routine maintenance...................... 187
– scheduled service .......................... 184
– Service Schedule ........................... 185
Carrying children safely ..................... 104
Ceiling lights
– central light ...................................... 62
– courtesy light................................... 62
– front................................................... 62
– rear .................................................... 62
Chassis (marking) ................................ 209
Checking fluid levels ............................ 188
Child lock ............................................... 73
Child restraint systems
(specifications for use)...................... 107Cigar lighter .......................................... 68
CO
2exhaust emissions ..................... 229
Code card............................................... 8
Coins tray .............................................. 68
Consumption
– engine oil .......................................... 194
– fuel ..................................................... 228
Containing running costs .................... 130
Control buttons .................................. 20
Correct use of the car ........................ 119
Courtesy mirror light ......................... 167
Cruise Control .................................... 60
Current outlet....................................... 69
Dashboard and controls.................... 4-5
– Dashboard (left hand drive) ....... 5
– Dashboard (right hand drive) .... 235
Dead lock device .................................. 14
– activation/deactivation .................. 15
Diesel filter
– draining condense water .............. 197
Dimensions ........................................... 220
Dipped beam headlights
– bulb replacement .......................... 162
– control ............................................. 54
Direction indicators
– control ............................................. 55
– front bulb replacement ................. 161
– rear bulb replacement .................. 164
– side bulb replacement ................... 163
Doors ..................................................... 73
ABS ........................................................ 86
Accessories purchased by the user 93
Additional heater .................................. 53
Air bags (front)...................................... 110
Air bags (side)........................................ 114
Air cleaner.............................................. 197
Air vents ................................................ 40
Alarm ....................................................... 12
Anchoring the load .............................. 81
Anti-raising sensor .............................. 13
Armrest
– front................................................... 66
– rear .................................................... 67
Ashtray
– front/rear ........................................ 69
ASR ......................................................... 89
– activation/deactivation ................. 89
Automatic climate control ................. 44
Automatic headlight sensor
(daylight sensor) ................................. 56
Battery
– checking the charge ...................... 198
– jump starting .................................. 150
– recharging......................................... 180
– replacing .......................................... 198
Bodywork
– maintenance ................................... 203
– version codes ................................. 210
Bonnet .................................................... 82
Boot ......................................................... 76
– anchoring the load ........................ 81
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