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WHEELS AND TYRES
Check the pressure of each tyre, includ-
ing the spare, every two weeks and before
long journeys. The pressure should be
checked with the tyre rested and cold.
For the correct tyre inflation pressure, see
“Wheels” in “Technical specifications”
section.
Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre
wearfig. 14:
Anormal pressure: tread evenly worn.
Blow pressure: tread particularly worn
at the edges.
Chigh pressure: tread particularly worn
in the centre.
Tyres must be replaced when the tread
wears down to 1.6 mm. In any case, com-
ply with the laws in the country where the
car is being driven.
IMPORTANT NOTES
❒As far as possible, avoid sharp braking
and screech starts etc. Be careful not
to hit the kerb, potholes or other ob-
stacles hard. Driving for long stretch-
es 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;
fig. 14F0M0160m
❒avoid overloading the car when travel-
ling: this may cause serious damage to
the wheels and tyres;
❒if a tyre is punctured, stop immediate-
ly and charge 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
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 not to reverse the di-
rection of rotation.
Remember that road holding
depends also on the correct
tyre inflating pressure.
WARNING
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MAINTENANCE
Normal paint maintenance consists in
washing at intervals depending on the con-
ditions and environment of use. For exam-
ple, in highly polluted areas, or if the roads
are sprayed with salt, it is wise to wash the
car more frequently.
To correctly wash the car:
❒ remove the aerial from the roof to pre-
vent damage to it if the car is washed in
an automatic system;
❒ wash the body using a low pressure jet
of water;
❒ wipe a sponge with a slightly soapy so-
lution over the bodywork, frequently
rinsing with the sponge;
❒ rinse well with water and dry with a jet
of air or a chamois leather.
When drying, take particular care with the
less visible parts like door surrounds, bon-
net and around the headlights where wa-
ter may stagnate. The car should not be
taken to a closed area immediately, but left
in the open so that residual water can
evaporate.Do not wash the car after it has been left
in the sun or with the bonnet hot: this may
alter the shine of the paintwork.
Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned in
the same way as the rest of the car.
Where possible, do not park under trees;
the resinous substance many species re-
lease give the paint a dull appearance and
increase the possibility of triggering rust
processes.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings must be
washed off immediately and thoroughly as
the acid they contain is particularly ag-
gressive.
Detergents cause water pollu-
tion. Therefore the engine
compartment should be
washed in areas equipped for
collecting and purifying the liquid used
in the washing process.
Windows
Use specific window cleaner products.
Use also clean cloths to avoid scratching
the glass or damaging the transparency.
IMPORTANT The inside of the
rearscreen should be wiped gently with a
cloth in the direction of the filaments to
avoid damaging the heating device.
Engine compartment
At the end of the winter the engine com-
partment should be carefully washed,
without directing the jet against electron-
ic control units. Contact a specialised
workshop to have this done.
IMPORTANT The car should be washed
with the engine cold and the ignition key
at STOP. After washing make sure that
the various protections (e.g. rubber caps
and various covers) have not been dam-
aged or removed.
Front headlights
IMPORTANT Never use aromatic sub-
stances (e.g.: petrol) or ketones (e.g.: ace-
tone) for cleaning front headlight plastic
lens.
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MODEL PLATE fig. 1
The plate is to be found on the left side of
the boot floor and it bears the following
identification data:
BHomologation number.
CVehicle type code.
DChassis number.
EMaximum vehicle weight fully loaded.
FMaximum vehicle weight fully loaded
with trailer.
GMaximum vehicle weight on front axle.HMaximum vehicle weight on rear axle.
IEngine type.
LBody version code.
MSpare part code.
NSmoke opacity index (for diesel en-
gines).
IDENTIFICATION DATA
You are advised to note the identification
codes. The identification data stamped and
given on the plates and their position are
the following:
❒Model plate.
❒Chassis marking.
❒Bodywork paint identification plate.
❒Engine marking.
fig. 1F0M0368m
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CHASSIS MARKING fig. 3
It is printed on the passenger compart-
ment floor, near the right-hand front seat.
❒car model (ZFA 199000);
❒chassis number.ENGINE MARKING
Engine marking is stamped on the cylinder
block and includes the model and the
chassis number.
BODYWORK PAINT
IDENTIFICATION PLATE fig. 2
The plate is applied on the external tail-
gate post (left side) and it bears the fol-
lowing data:
APaint manufacturer.
BColour name.
CFiat colour code.
DRespray and touch up code.
fig. 2F0M0167mfig. 3F0M0168m
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Modifications or repairs to the fuel feed system that are not carried out properly or do not take the system’s
technical specifications into account can cause malfunctions leading to the risk of fire.
WARNING
TRANSMISSION
1.2 1.4 1.3 Multijet 75HP 1.3 Multijet 90HP1.4 16V -1.9 Multijet
Gearbox
Clutch
DriveSelf-adjusting pedal without idle stroke
Front Five forward gears and reverse with synchromesh for
forward gear engagementSix forward gears and
reverse with
synchromesh for
forward gear
engagement Five or six forward
gears and reverse with
synchromesh for
forward gear
engagement
IGNITION
1.2 - 1.4 - 1.4 16V1.4 T-JET1.3 Multijet - 1.9 Multijet
Fuel feed Multipoint electronic Multipoint sequential Multijet direct
injection phased electronic injection “Common Rail”injection
with turbosupercharger
and intercooler
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SUSPENSIONS
1.2 - 1.4 - 1.4 16V- 1.3 Multijet - 1.9 Multijet
Front
Rear
BRAKES
1.2 1.4 - 1.4 16V1.3 Multijet 1.9 Multijet
Service brakes:
– front
– rear
Parking brake
IMPORTANT Water, ice and antifreeze salt on roads may deposit on the brake discs thus reducing braking efficiency
at first braking.
Mc Pherson independent wheels
twisting axle with interconnected wheels
rack and pinion with electric power steeringcontrolled by hand lever, it works on rear brakesdrum or disc (on certain versions) disc (self-ventilating for versions where provided)
STEERING
1.2 1.4 1.4 16V1.3 Multijet 1.3 Multijet 1.9 Multijet75HP 90HP
Type
Minimum steering
cycle m 10,1 10,1 10,5 10,1 10,9 10,9
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UNDERSTANDING TYRE
MARKING fig. 4
Example: 175/65 R 15 84T
175 = Nominal width (S, distance be-
tween sidewalls in mm).
65 = Percentage height/width ratio
(H/ S).
R = Radial tyre.
15 = Rim diameter in inches (Ø).
84 = Load rating (capacity).
T = Maximum speed rating.
WHEELS
RIMS AND TYRES
Pressed steel or alloy rims. Tubeless tyres
with radial carcass. The homologated tyres
are listed in the Log book.
IMPORTANT In the event of discrepan-
cies between the information provided on
this “Owner handbook” and the “Log
book”, consider the specifications shown
in the log book only.
Attaining to the prescribed size, to ensure
safety of the car in movement, it must be
fitted with tyres of the same make and
type on all wheels.
IMPORTANT Do not use inner tubes
with Tubeless tyres.
fig. 4F0M0169m
SPARE WHEEL
Pressed steel rim. Tubeless tyre.
WHEEL GEOMETRY
Front wheel toe-in: 1 ± 1 mm
Rear wheel toe-in: 1.7 ± 2 mm
The values refer to the car in running or-
der.
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2.2 2.1
2.2 2.2
2.2 2.0
2.2 2.2
––
––
––
––
––
––2.2 2.1
2.2 2.2
2.2 2.0
2.2 2.2
––
––
––
––
––
––2.4 2.1
2.5 2.2
2,3 2.1
2.3 2.3
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––
––
––
––
––––
––
2.3 2.1
2.3 2.3
––
––
2.3 2.1
2.4 2.4
2.4 2.2
2.5 2.4––
––
––
––
2.4 2.2
2,4 2.2
2.4 2.2
2.6 2.4
2.6 2.3
2.8 2.5 ––
––
2.2 2.0
2.2 2.2
––
––
2.2 2.0
2.2 2.2
2.4 2.2
2.4 2.4––
––
––
––
2.2 2.0
2.2 2.2
2.2 2,0
2.2 2.2
2.4 2,2
2.4 2.4
COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE (bar)
Versions 1.2 1.4 1.4
16V1.4 T-JET 1.3 Multijet 1.3 Multijet 1.9 Multijet
75 HP 90 HP
Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear
175/65 R15 84T
Medium load
Full load
185/65 R15 88T
Medium load
Full load
185/65 R15 88H
Medium load
Full load
195/55 R16 87H
Medium load
Full load
205/45 R17 88V
Medium load
Full load
Add +0.3 bar to the prescribed inflation pressure when the tyres are warm. Recheck pressure value with cold tyres.
With snow tyres, add +0.2 bar to the inflation pressure value prescribed for standard tyres.
When running at speed higher than 160 km/h, inflate tyres at full load inflation values.
With T.P.M.S. system, pressure value shall be + 0.1 bar than prescribed value.
T.P.M.S. system not available for tyre 175/65 R15 84T
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