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If there is a fault
If an anomaly affecting the automatic system is
detected the words “AIR-COND FAULTY” will be
displayed.
The automatic system will continue to work for as
long as possible.If the fault involves the fan control (C) and the fan still
works, it will automatically operate at 1st speed.
If the fault involves an air temperature sensor, the
required air temperature control (A) will work as a
manual air temperature mixing control.
Climate control functions in automatic mode
Reason
To reach the required
temperature as soon as possible
after you get into the car
To reach the new temperature
required as quickly as possible
To prevent the entry of harmful
gas; to prevent the windows
steaming up; to speed up air
cooling
Fast window
demisting/defrosting Automatically enabled
function
Compressor on if the required
temperature is lower than or the
same as that outside
Compressor on if the required
temperature is lower than or the
same as that outside
Compressor on
Compressor on - Maximum air
flow/temperature - Air
recirculation off - Air distribution
to windows Signal to
user
Button √led on
Button √led on
Buttons √
and Tled on
Button √led on
Button Tled off Action performedby the user
Car start-up
(key to MAR)
Required
temperature
variation
Recirculation Ton
MAX/DEF
function on
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CONTAINING RUNNING COSTS
Here are some suggestions which may help you to
keep the running costs of your car down and lower
the amount of toxic emissions released into the
atmosphere.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out in
accordance with the “Service schedule”.
Tyres
Check the pressure of the tyres routinely at an
interval of no more than 4 weeks: if the pressure is
too low, consumption levels increase as resistance to
rolling is higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with too much luggage stowed in the
boot. The weight of the car (especially when driving in
town) and its trim greatly affects consumption and
stability.Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from the roof as
soon as they are no longer used. These accessories
lower air penetration and adversely affect
consumption levels. When needing to carry
particularly voluminous objects, preferably use a
trailer.
Electric devices
Use electric devices only for the amount of time
needed. Rear heated window, additional headlights,
windscreen wipers and heater fan need a considerable
amount of energy, therefore increasing the
requirement of current increases fuel consumption (up
to +25% in the urban cycle).
Climate control
The air conditioner is an additional load which greatly
affects the engine leading to higher consumption (on
average up to +20%). When the temperature outside
the vehicle permits it, use the air vents where possible.
Aerodynamic accessories
The use of non-certified aerodynamic items may
adversely affect air drag and consumption levels.
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Warning Messagelight on panel on display
FIAT CODE (amber)
The warning light will come on in three cases (with the key at MAR):
1. One flash - the key code has been recognised.
The engine can be started.
2. Fixed light together with the message on the display - the key code has not been recognised. Fol-
low the emergency procedure to start the engine (see “In an emergency”).
3. Flashing - indicates that the car is not protected.
The engine can however be started.
POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD
In versions with climate control system, this message will appear on the display along with the sym-
bol
√and the buzzer will sound when the outside temperature either reaches or is under 3°C to
inform you that the road could be icy.
FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH (INERTIAL SWITCH)
The message will appear on the display when the switch trips.
INERT.SW ACTIVE is the only message which cannot be cleared by pressing a button. This mes-
sage will stay on the display until resetting the switch.
¢
If, after the message appears, you can smell petrol or see that the fuel feed system
is leaking, to avoid the risk of fire, do not reset the switch.WARNING
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Thousands of km
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20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180
(*) Or every 4 years for particularly demanding use (cold climates, driving in the city idling for a long time)
Or every 5 years, regardless of the km covered
(**) Engine oil and oil filter shall be changed when the corresponding warning light turns on (see section “Warning lights and Messages”), or in
any case every 2 years.
Check and adjust tappet clearance, if required (JTD 120 versions)
Check and adjust handbrake lever stroke
Check exhaust emissions/smoke (JTD 120 versions)
Check exhaust emissions
Check antievaporation system
Change fuel (JTD 120 versions)
Change air cleaner cartridge (petrol versions)
Change air cleaner cartridge (diesel versions)
Replace fuel filter cartridge (diesel versions)
Check and top up, if required, fluid levels (engine coolant,
brakes, windscreen washer, battery, etc.)
Check mechanical oil level
Check timing belt conditions
Replace timing belt (*)
Replace auxiliary belt
Change spark plugs (petrol versions)
Check engine control system operation
(through diagnostic socket)
Change engine oil and oil filter (petrol versions)
Change engine oil and oil filter
(JTD versions with DPF) (**)
Change brake fluid (or every 24 months)
Change pollen filter (or every 12 months)
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BODYWORK
PROTECTION FROM ATMOSPHERIC
AGENTS
The main causes of corrosion are:
❒atmospheric pollution;
❒salty air and humidity (coastal areas, or hot humid
climates);
❒seasonal environment conditions.
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.
On your Fiat Multipla, Fiat implemented the best
manufacturing technologies to effectively protect the
bodywork against corrosion.These include:
❒painting products and systems which give the car
particular resistance to corrosion and abrasion;
❒use of galvanised (or pre-treated) steel sheets, with
high resistance to corrosion;
❒spraying the underbody, engine compartment,
wheelhouse internal parts and other parts with
highly protective wax products;
❒spraying of plastic parts, with a protective function,
in the most exposed points: underdoor, inner
fender parts, edges, etc.
❒use of “open” boxed sections to prevent
condensation and pockets of moisture from
triggering rust inside.
BODY AND UNDERBODY
WARRANTY
Your Fiat Multipla is covered by warranty against
perforation due to rust of any original element of the
structure or body.
For the general terms of this warranty, refer to Fiat
Warranty Booklet.
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Specified fuels
Recommended products
Unleaded Premium petrol
with no less than 95 R.O.N.
(EN228 Specification)
(■) Diesel fuel for motor vehicles
(EN590 Specification)
Mixture of distilled water
andPARAFLU UPat 50%
SELENIA 20K(❒)
(
▲)SELENIA WR
TUTELA CAR ZC 75 SYNTH
TUTELA GI/A
TUTELA MRM 2
TUTELA TOP 4
TUTELA TOP 4
Mixture of water and
TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC 35 JTD 120
63 (■)
7 (■)
6.31
6.61
4.2 (▲)
4.5 (▲)
4.8 (▲)
1.98
0.8
0.003
0.40
0.45
4,9 100
16V
63
7
7
6.7
3.5
3.8
4.5
1.98
0.8
0.003
0.40
0.45
4.9
CAPACITIES
Fuel tank: litres
including a reserve of: litres
Engine cooling system
– with heater: litres
– with climate control: litres
Engine sump: litres
Engine sump and filter: litres
Engine sump, filter and lines
(1stin-factory filling): litres
Gearbox and differential: litres
Hydraulic power steering: kg
CV joint
boot (each): kg
Front and rear hydraulic
brake circuit: litres
Hydraulic brake circuit
with ABS: litres
Windscreen washer fluid reservoir litres
(❒) For very cold temperatures, we recommend SELENIA MULTIPOWER
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Original fluids and
lubricants
SELENIA 20K Fluid and lubricant specifications
for correct car operation
Synthetic-based engine oils grade SAE 10W-40
that pass ACEA A3 and API SL specifications.
Lubricants
for diesel
engines
For regular operation of Multijet versions with DPF, use only original oil. In an emergency (lacking the original product) only top up with max. 0,5
l and then drive immediately to the nearest Fiat Dealership.
If using non original SAE 5W-40 products, oils with minimum ACEA A3 specifications for petrol engines and ACEA B4 specifications for Diesel
engines are admitted; in this event top engine performance is not guaranteed.
Use of products with low-quality properties than ACEA A3 and ACEA B4 could cause damages to the engine that are not covered by the war-
ranty.
For very cold climate conditions, ask Fiat Dealership for the appropriate Seleniaproduct to use. Synthetic-based engine oils grade SAE 5W-40
that pass ACEA B4, API CF and FIAT 9.55535-M2specifica-
tions.SELENIA WR Lubricants
for petrol
enginesChange
According to Service
Schedule
According to Service
Schedule Use
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FUEL CONSUMPTION
The fuel consumption figures given in the table below are determined on the basis of the homologation tests set
down by specific European Directives.
Consumption values are defined by means of the following procedures:
❒urban cycle: cold starting followed by driving that simulates urban use of the car;
❒extra-urban cycle: frequent accelerating in all gears, simulating extraurban use of the car: the speed varies between
0 and 120 km/h;
❒combined consumption: is calculated weighing about 37% of urban cycle consumption and about 63% of
extraurban consumption.
IMPORTANT Road and traffic conditions, weather, driving style, general conditions of the car, fittings and
accessories, load, use of climate control system, roof rack and other situations can affect drag and therefore may
lead to fuel consumption levels different from those shown in the table.