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AT THE FILLING
STATION
PETROL ENGINES
Use only unleaded petrol.
To prevent errors, the diameter of the fu-
el tank filler is too small to introduce a lead
petrol pump filler. Use petrol with a rat-
ed octane number (R.O.N.) not lower
than 95.
IMPORTANT An inefficient catalyst leads
to harmful exhaust emissions, thus con-
tributing to air pollution.
IMPORTANT Never use leaded petrol,
even in small amount or in an emergency,
as this would damage the catalyst beyond
repair.DIESEL ENGINES
If the outside temperature is very low, the
diesel thickens due to the formation of
paraffins and could clog the diesel fuel filter.
In order to avoid these problems, different
types of diesel are distributed according to
the season: summer type, winter type arc-
tic type (mountains/cold areas).
If refuelling with diesel fuel not suitable for
the current temperature, mix diesel fuel
with TUTELA DIESEL ART additive in the
proportions stated on the can, putting first
the antifreeze in the tank and then the
diesel fuel.
Refuel with local diesel fuel if the car is
used/parked in the mountains or in cold
areas for a long period. In this event you
are recommended to keep an amount of
fuel higher than 50% in the tank.The car must only be filled
with diesel fuel for motor ve-
hicles, in compliance with Eu-
ropean Specification EN590.
The use of other products or mixtures
may irreparably damage the engine
with invalidation of the warranty due
to the damage caused. In the event of
accidentally filling with another type
of fuel, do not start the engine and
empty the tank. If the engine has been
run even for only a very short time, in
addition to the tank, it is also necessary
to drain out the whole fuel circuit.
REFUELLING
To guarantee full tank filling, carry out two
refuelling operations after the first click of
the fuel delivery gun. Avoid further top-
ping up operations that could cause dam-
ages to the fuel system.
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GENERAL WARNINGS ...................................................... 158
LOW BRAKE FLUID.............................................................. 158
HANDBRAKE ON ................................................................. 158
BRAKE PAD WEAR ............................................................... 158
AIR BAG FAILURE ................................................................. 159
FRONT PASSENGER’S AIR BAG DEACTIVATED ....... 159
REAR SIDE BAGS DEACTIVATED .................................. 160
SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED ........................................... 160
LOW BATTERY CHARGE .................................................. 160
LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE........................................... 161
EXHAUST OIL ....................................................................... 161
SELESPEED TRANSMISSION FAILURE ............................ 161
“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
FAILURE .................................................................................... 162
HIGH TEMPERATURE ENGINE COOLANT FLUID ... 162
INCOMPLETE DOOR LOCKING..................................... 163
GENERIC FAILURE INDICATION .................................. 163
DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER CLOGGED ................... 163
FUEL RESERVE......................................................................... 164
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM FAILURE (EOBD) ......... 164
ESP SYSTEM ............................................................................ 165
GLOW PLUG WARMING FAILURE ................................ 165
GLOW PLUGS ........................................................................ 165
WATER IN DIESEL FUEL FILTER ...................................... 166INEFFICIENT ABS SYSTEM ................................................. 166
INEFFICIENT EBD
(ELECTRONIC BRAKING DISTRIBUTOR) .................. 166
CAR PROTECTION SYSTEM FAILURE -
FIAT CODE .............................................................................. 167
ALARM FAILURE ................................................................... 167
BREAK-IN ATTEMPT ........................................................... 167
EXTERNAL LIGHT FAILURE .............................................. 167
REAR FOGLIGHTS ................................................................ 167
FRONT FOG LIGHTS ........................................................... 167
LEFT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR ........................ 168
RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR .................... 168
SIDELIGHTS AND LOW BEAMS ...................................... 168
FOLLOW ME HOME ............................................................ 168
MAIN BEAMS ........................................................................... 168
CRUISE CONTROL............................................................... 168
POSSIBLE PRESENCE OF ICE ON THE ROAD ............ 168
LIMITED RANGE ................................................................... 168
ASR SYSTEM ........................................................................... 168
SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED ................................................... 168
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SCHEDULED SERVICING .................................................. 210
SERVICE SCHEDULE ............................................................. 211
ANNUAL INSPECTION SCHEDULE ............................... 213
ADDITIONAL CHECKS....................................................... 213
CHECKING FLUID LEVELS ................................................. 216
AIR FILTER .............................................................................. 225
POLLEN FILTER ..................................................................... 225
DIESEL FUEL FILTER ............................................................ 225
BATTERY .................................................................................. 226
WHEELS AND TYRES .......................................................... 229
RUBBER HOSES ...................................................................... 230
WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW WIPERS.................... 231
BODYWORK .......................................................................... 233
INTERIORS ............................................................................. 235
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Check timing belt conditions
(1.616V excluding version)
Check timing belt conditions
(1.616V version)
Check engine control system operation
(through diagnostic socket)
Replace accessory drive belt/s
(excluding 1.616V version)
Replace accessory drive belt/s (1.616V version)
Replace timing belt
(excluding Multijet and 1.616V versions) (*)
Replace timing belt
(Multijet and 1.616V versions) (*)
Change spark plugs (1.616V version)
Change spark plugs (petrol versions - excluding 1.616V)
Replace diesel fuel filter (Multijet versions)
Replace air cleaner cartridge
Change engine oil and oil filter
(petrol versions) (or every year)
Change engine oil and oil filter
(Multijet versions without DPF) (or every 2 years)
Change engine oil and oil filter
(Multijet versions with DPF) (**)
Change brake fluid (or every 2 years)
Change pollen filter (or every year)
(*) Regardless of the km covered, the timing belt shall be replaced every 3 years for particularly demanding use (cold climates, driving in the
city, idling for a long time) or in any case every 5 years
(**) Engine oil and oil filter shall be changed when the relevant warning light/message on the display turn on and in any case every 2 years.
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IMPORTANT - Engine oil
(petrol and Multijet versions
without DPF)
Should prevailing use of the car be under
one of the following specially heavy con-
ditions:
❒ trailer or caravan towing;
❒dusty roads;
❒short distances (less than 7-8 km) re-
peated and with external temperatures
below zero;
❒frequently idling engines or long dis-
tance low speed driving (e.g. taxis or
door-to-door deliveries) or in case of
a long term inactivity;
replace engine oil more frequently than
required on “Service schedule”.IMPORTANT - Engine oil
(Multijet versions with DPF)
Engine oil and oil filter shall be changed
when the relevant warning light, togeth-
er with the message on the display, turn
on (see section “Warning lights and mes-
sages”) or in any case every 2 years.
Should prevailing use of the car be in the
city, engine oil will waste faster.
Oil topping up, even signifi-
cant ones, do not replace the
engine oil change procedure
required when warning light
vturns on. Engine oil shall be
changed at a Fiat Dealership that will
also turn off the warning light on the
instrument panel.
IMPORTANT - Air cleaner
If the car is used on dusty roads change
the air cleaner more frequently than the
indications in the “Service schedule”.
If in doubt as to how often the engine oil
and air cleaner should be changed ac-
cording to how you use the car, contact
a Fiat Dealership.
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IMPORTANT - Battery
The charge in the battery should be
checked at the start of winter to limit the
risk of electrolyte freezing.
This check should be carried out more
frequently if the car is used mainly for
short trips, or if it is fitted with accessories
that permanently absorb electricity even
with the ignition key removed, especially
in the case of after market accessories. If
the car is used in hot climates or particu-
larly harsh conditions it is wise to check
the level of the battery fluid (electrolyte)
more frequently than specified in the “Ser-
vice schedule”. IMPORTANT - Pollen filter
If the car is used frequently in dusty or
heavily polluted environments it is advis-
able to replace the filtering element more
frequently; in particular it should be re-
placed if a reduction of the amount of air
admitted to the passenger compartment
is noted.
IMPORTANT - Diesel filter
The possibility of topping up with diesel
fuel not complying with EN590 European
Norm might make it necessary to replace
the filter more frequently than indicated
in the “Service Schedule”.Car maintenance should be
entrusted to Fiat Dealership.
For routine and minor main-
tenance operations you wish
to carry out yourself, always make sure
you have the proper equipment, gen-
uine Fiat spare parts and the necessary
fluids; do not however carry out these
operations if you have no experience.
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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.
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SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
– types of bulbs .................................. 182
Capacities .............................................. 257
Car inactivity.......................................... 156
Car maintenance............................. 209
– additional checks ............................ 213
– annual Inspection Schedule .......... 213
– scheduled service ........................... 210
– Service Schedule ............................. 211
Cargo box .............................................. 91
Carrying children safely ...................... 116
Ceiling lights ......................................... 67
Central door locking system ............ 79
Checking fluid levels ........................... 216
Child lock .............................................. 79
Child restraint systems
(specifications for use) .................... 119
Cigar lighter .......................................... 72
Climate control system
– automatic two-zone
climate control system ................ 51
– manual climate control system .. 48
CO
2emissions ..................................... 263
Code Card ............................................ 10
Containing running costs ................... 149Controls ................................................ 68
Correct use of the car................. 135
Courtesy mirror light
(bulb replacement) ............................ 194
Cruise Control .................................... 65
Current outlet....................................... 72
Cut-off switch fuel .............................. 69
Dashboard............................................. 5
Dashboard and controls.............. 4
Daylight sensor .................................... 61
Dead lock (device) .............................. 14
Diesel fuel filter ..................................... 225
Diesel particulate filter (DPF) ........... 108
Dimensions ........................................... 250
Dipped beam headlights...................... 59
Direction indicators
– control ............................................. 60
– front bulb replacement ................ 186
– rear bulb replacement ................. 188
– side bulb replacement .................. 186
Doors ..................................................... 79
Dualdrive (electric power steering) 102
Easy entry ............................................ 38
ABS ........................................................ 95
Accessories purchased
by the owner ......................................... 101
Air bags
– front................................................... 126
– side..................................................... 130
Air filter .................................................. 225
Armrests (front rear) .......................... 70
Ashtray .................................................... 72
ASR .......................................................... 98
At the filling station .............................. 105
Automatic headlights sensor
(daylight sensor) ................................. 611
Battery
– checking the charge ....................... 226
– jump starting.................................... 170
– replacing .......................................... 227
Bodywork ............................................... 233
Bonnet ..................................................... 92
Boot ......................................................... 81
Boot light (bulb replacement) ........... 195
Brake Assist ........................................... 96
Brakes ...................................................... 244
Bulb (replacement)............................... 181
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