2006 FIAT STILO warning lights

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ENGINE OIL fig. 7-8-9-10-11-12
Checking engine oil
Check the oil level a few minutes (about
5) after the engine has stopped, with the
car parked on level ground.
Remove the dipstick Aand clean it, put
it back in completely, remove it and check
that the level is within the MINand MAX
marks on the dipstick. The interval be-
tween the MINand MAXmarks corre-
sponds to about one litre of oil.
fig. 7 - 1.416V version F0C0103m
Topping up engine oil
If the oil level is near or even below the
MINmark, add oil through the filler neck
B, until reaching the MAXmark.
Oil level shall never exceed the MAX
mark.IMPORTANT If a routine check reveals
that the oil level is above the MAXmark,
contact Fiat Dealership to have the cor-
rect level restored.
IMPORTANT After adding or changing
the oil, let the engine turn over for a few
seconds and wait a few minutes after turn-
ing it off before you check the level.
fig. 8 - 1.816V version F0C0519mfig. 9 - 1.9 Multijet 8V version F0C0122m

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fig. 10 - 1.616V version F0C0231mfig. 11 - 2.420V version F0C0115mfig. 12 - 1.9 Multijet 16V version F0C0470m
Engine oil consumption
Max engine oil consumption is usually 400
grams every 1000 km.
When the car is new, the engine needs
to run in, therefore the engine oil con-
sumption can only be considered stabilised
after the first 5000 - 6000 km.IMPORTANT The oil consumption de-
pends on driving style and the conditions
under which the car is used.
IMPORTANT Do not add oil with speci-
fications other than that already in the en-
gine.
When the engine is hot, take
care when working inside the
engine compartment to avoid burns.
Remember that when the engine is
hot, the fan may cut in: danger of in-
jury. Scarves, ties and other loose
clothing might be pulled by moving
parts.
WARNING
Used engine oil and filter con-
tain harmful substances for
the environment. Contact Fi-
at Dealership to have the oil
and filter changed.

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❒if the oil is below the MAXmark, top
up to reach the correct level;
❒after refitting the cap, insert the
breather tube firmly on the cap spout
and turn the ignition key to STOP.
IMPORTANT Do not add oil into the cir-
cuit tank having different specifications
from that already existing.
fig. 13F0C0121m
Used gearbox oil contains
dangerous substances for the
environment. For changing
the oil we advise contacting
Fiat Dealership, which is equipped for
disposing of used oil respecting the na-
ture and the law.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OIL FOR
ACTUATING SELESPEED
GEARBOX (where provided)
fig. 13
The oil should be checked with the car on
a level surface and with the engine stopped
and cold.
To check the level, proceed as follows:
❒turn the ignition key to MAR;
❒disconnect the breather tube and re-
move the cap Achecking that the lev-
el corresponds with the MAXmark on
the reservoir;

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ENGINE COOLANT FLUID
fig. 14-15-16
The coolant level shall be checked with
cold engine and shall not be lower than
the MINmark on the reservoir.
If the level is low, pour slowly a mixture
of 50% distilled water and 50% PARAFLU
UPof the FL Seleniathroughthe filler
neck A.
A 50-50 mixture of PARAFLU UPand
distilled water gives freeze protection to
–35°C.
fig. 14 - 1.416V version F0C0520mfig. 15 - 1.416V - 1.816V - 2.420V version
F0C0108mfig. 16 - 1.9 Multijet version F0C0469m
The cooling system uses
PARAFLU UPantifreeze. Do
not add fluid having different
specifications from that al-
ready existing. PARAFLU UPcannot
be mixed with other types of fluids.
Should other fluids be added, do not
start the engine and contact Fiat Deal-
ership as soon as possible.Do not remove the reservoir
cap when the engine is hot:
you risk scalding yourself. The cool-
ing system is pressurised. If necessary,
replace the cap only with another
genuine one, otherwise system effi-
ciency could be compromised.
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WINDSCREEN/REAR
WINDOW/HEADLIGHT
WASHER FLUID fig. 17-18
To top up, open the cap Aand then pour
a mixture of water and TUTELA PRO-
FESSIONAL SC 35, in the following
concentrations:
❒30% TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC 35and 70% water in summer;
❒50% TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC 35and 50% water in winter.
fig. 17F0C0106mfig. 18 - 1.9 Multijet version F0C0468m
Do not travel with the wind-
screen washer reservoir emp-
ty. The windscreen washer is funda-
mental for improving visibility.
WARNING
Certain commercial addi-
tives for windscreen washers
are inflammable. The engine com-
partment contains hot components
which may set it on fire.
WARNINGIn case of temperatures below –20°C, use
undiluted TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC 35 fluid.
Check level through the reservoir.
For versions fitted with headlight wash-
er, remove the filter and the relevant dip-
stick. Use the dipstick to check the fluid
level inside the reservoir.

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Prevent brake fluid, which is
highly corrosive, from coming
into contact with painted
parts. Should it happen, im-
mediately wash with water.
Brake fluid is poisonous and
highly corrosive. In the event
of accidental contact, wash the parts
involved immediately with neutral
soap and water, then rinse thor-
oughly. Call the doctor immediately
if the fluid is swallowed.
WARNING
Symbol πon the container
indicates synthetic brake flu-
id, distinguishing it from the mineral
kind. Using mineral fluids irreversibly
damages the special braking system
rubber seals.
WARNING
BRAKE FLUID fig. 19
Unscrew cap Aand check that the fluid
level in the reservoir is at maximum.
Fluid level in the reservoir shall not exceed
the MAXmark.
If fluid has to be added, it is suggested to
use the brake fluid in table "Fluids and lu-
bricants" (see chapter "Technical charac-
teristics").
NOTE Clean accurately the tank cap A
and the surrounding surface.
fig. 19F0C0098m
At plug opening, pay maximum attention
in order to prevent any impurities from
entering the tank.
For topping up, always use a funnel with
integrated filter with mesh equal to or
lower than 0.12 mm.
IMPORTANT Brake fluid absorbs mois-
ture. For this reason, if the car is mainly
used in areas with a high degree of at-
mospheric humidity, the fluid should be
replaced at more frequent intervals than
specified in the “Service schedule”.

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AIR FILTER
Air filter replacement shall be carried out
at a Fiat Dealership.
POLLEN FILTER
Pollen filter replacement shall be carried
out at a Fiat Dealership.
DIESEL FUEL FILTER
DRAINING THE CONDENSE
(Multijet versions)
IMPORTANT The presence of water in
the fuel circuit can severely damage the
whole injection system and make the en-
gine misfire. If the warning light
cturns
on (together with the message on the dis-
play), contact a Fiat Dealership as soon
as possible to have the bleeding operation
carried out.

The liquid in the battery is
poisonous and corrosive.
Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Do
not bring naked flames or possible
sources of sparks near the battery:
risk of fire and explosion.
WARNING
Running the battery with
low fluid level can damage
the battery beyond repair and could
also cause its explosion.
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BATTERY
The battery is of the “Limited mainte-
nance” type: under normal conditions of
use the electrolyte does not need topping
up with distilled water.
Contact Fiat Dealership to have the bat-
tery checked/replaced.
CHECKING THE CHARGE fig. 20
The battery charge may be checked
through the indicator A(where required)
set on the battery cover and acting ac-
cording to the colour the indicator
shows.Should the battery be not fitted with bat-
tery charge inspection device (optical elec-
trolyte indicator), inspection operations
shall be carried out by skilled personnel
only.
Refer to the table below or to the label
Bon the battery.
fig. 20F0C0506m
Bright white colour
Dark colour
without green area
in the centre
Dark colour
with green area
in the centreTop up electrolyte
Low charge level
Electrolyte level and charge
sufficientContact
Fiat Dealership
Charge the battery
(advisable to contact Fiat
Dealership)
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