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LIGHTS AND
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TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
SAFETY
DEVICES
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
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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DASHBOARD
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SAFETY
DEVICES
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
IN AN
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CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
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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MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
175/65 R15 84T (M+S)
185/65 R15 88T (M+S)
175/65 R15 84T (M+S)
185/65 R15 88T (M+S)
185/65 R15 88T (M+S)
195/65 R16 87H (M+S)
185/65 R15 88T (M+S)
195/65 R16 87H (M+S)
175/65 R15 84T (M+S)
185/65 R15 88T (M+S)
185/65 R15 88T (M+S)
195/55 R16 87H (M+S)
185/65 R15 88H (M+S)
195/55 R16 87H (M+S) 175/65 R15 84T
185/65 R15 88T
175/65 R15 84T
185/65 R15 88T
185/65 R15 88T
195/55 R16 87H
205/45 R17 88V
185/65 R15 88H
195/55 R16 87H
205/45 R17 88V
175/65 R15 84T
185/65 R15 88T
185/65 R15 88T
195/55 R16 87H
205/45 R17 88V
185/65 R15 88H
195/55 R16 87H
205/45 R17 88V6J X 15'' - ET 43
6J X 15'' - ET 43
6J X 15'' - ET 43
6J X 15'' - ET 43
6J X 15'' - ET 43
6J X 15'' - ET 43
6J X 15'' - ET 43175/65 R15 84T
185/65 R15 88T
175/65 R15 84T
185/65 R15 88T
185/65 R15 88T
185/65 R15 88T
175/65 R15 84T
185/65 R15 88T
185/65 R15 88T
185/65 R15 88H 6J X 15'' - ET 43
6J X 15'' - ET 43
6J X 15'' - ET 43
6J X 16'' - ET 45
6,5J X 17'' - ET 46
6J X 15'' - ET 43
6J X 16'' - ET 45
6,5J X 17'' - ET 46
6J X 15'' - ET 43
6J X 15'' - ET 43
6J X 16'' - ET 45
6,5J X 17'' - ET 46
6J X 15'' - ET 43
6J X 16'' - ET 45
6,5J X 17'' - ET 46
Version Rims (*) Tyres Spare wheelStandard tyre Snow tyre Rim (*) Tyre
1.2
1.4
1.4 16V
1.4 T-JET 120 HP
1.3 Multijet 75 HP
1.3 Multijet 90 HP
1.9 Multijet
(*) Spacing of studs 100 mm and studs M12 x 1.5 use only wheels specified for this car.
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CORRECT USE
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IN AN
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CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
Wheel
– changing .......................................... 155
– spare wheel ................................... 221
Wheel geometry ................................. 219
Wheel rims
– understanding rim marking ........ 220
Window
(washing/cleaning) .......................61-209
Window winders................................. 81
Windscreen/rear window/
headlight washer fluid level ............ 200
Windscreen/rear window
wiper blades ...................................... 206
Windscreen washer
– control ............................................ 61
– fluid level ........................................ 200
Windscreen wiper
– blades .............................................. 206
– control ............................................ 61
– nozzles ............................................ 207
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