2007 FIAT IDEA inflation pressure

SNOW TYRES
Use snow tyres of the same size as the normal tyres
provided with the car.
Fiat Dealership will be happy to provide advice
concerning the most suitable type of tyre for the
customer’s requirements.
For the type of tyre to be used, inflation pressures and
the specifications of snow tyres, follow the
instructions given in paragraph “Wheels” in section
“Technical specifications”.
The winter features of these tyres are reduced
considerably when the tread depth is below 4 mm. In
this case, they should be replaced.Due to the snow tyre features, under normal
conditions of use or on long motorway journeys, the
performance of these tyres is lower than that of
normal tyres. It is therefore necessary to limit their
use to the purposes for which they are certified.
IMPORTANT When snow tyres are used with a max
speed index below the one that can be reached by the
car (increased by 5%), place a notice in the passenger
compartment, plainly in the driver’s view which states
the max permissible speed of the snow tyres (as per
EC Directive).
All four tyres should be the same (brand and track) to
ensure greater safety when driving and braking and
better driveability.
Remember that it is inappropriate to change the
direction of rotation of tyres.
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The max speed for snow tyres with “T” marking is 190 km/h. The Road Traffic
Code speed limits must however be always strictly observed.WARNING

❒make sure the compressor switch Dis set to 0 (off), start the engine
and fit plug Einto the nearest current outlet and then turn on the com-
pressor by setting switch D to I(on). Inflate the tyre to the pressure spec-
ified in paragraph “Inflation pressure” in section “Technical Specifications”.
Check tyre pressure on gauge Fwith compressor off to obtain precise read-
ing;
❒if after 5 minutes it is still impossible to reach at least 1.5 bar, disengage
compressor from valve and current outlet, then move the car forth for
approx. ten metres in order to distribute the sealing fluid inside the tyre
evenly, then repeat the inflation operation;
❒If after this operation it is still impossible after 5 minutes to reach at least
1.8 bar, do not start driving since the tyre is excessively damaged and
the quick tyre repair kit cannot guarantee suitable sealing, contact Fiat
Dealership;
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WARNINGIf the pressure falls below 1.8 bars, do not
drive any further: the quick tyre repair kit
Fix & Go automatic cannot guarantee
proper hold because the tyre is too much
damaged. Contact Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
Apply the sticker in a visible position for the
driver to indicate that the tyre has been
treated with the quick tyre repair kit. Drive
carefully especially when cornering. Do not
exceed 80 km/h. Avoid heavy braking and
accelerating.

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It is of vital importance to communicate that the tyre has been repaired using the
quick tyre repair kit. Hand the instruction brochure to the personnel charged with
treating the tyre repaired with the kit.WARNING
❒if reaching the tyre pressure specified in paragraph “Inflation pressure”
in section “Technical Specifications”, start driving immediately;
❒after driving for about 10 minutes stop and check again the tyre pres-
sure; pull up the handbrake;
❒if at least 1.8 bar pressure is read, restore proper pressure (with engine
running and handbrake on) and restart;
❒drive with the utmost care to the nearest Fiat Dealership.
FOR CHECKING AND RESTORING PRESSURE ONLY
The compressor can be also used just for restoring pressure. Disconnect
the quick connection and connect it directly to the tyre valve; in this way the
cylinder is not connected to compressor and the sealing fluid will not flow
into the tyre.
CYLINDER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
To replace the cylinder proceed as follows:
❒disconnect connection A;
❒turn counter-clockwise the cylinder to replace and raise it;
❒fit the new cylinder and turn it clockwise;
❒connect connection Ato the cylinder and fit the transparent tube Bin-
to the proper space.
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WARNINGThe jack should only be used to change a wheel on the car for which it was
designed. It should not be put to other uses or employed to raise other models of
cars. Under no circumstances should it be used when carrying out repairs under the
car. An incorrectly positioned jack may cause the car to fall. Do not use the jack to
lift loads exceeding that indicated on the label attached to the jack itself. Do not
fit snow chains on a space-saver spare wheel. If a front wheel (drive wheel) is
punctured and you require snow chains to proceed, take a standard wheel from
the rear axle and fit the space-saver spare wheel in its place. Having fitted two
standard wheels on the front drive axle you can use snow chains, thus solving the
emergency situation.
WARNINGWhen driving with a space-saver spare wheel fitted, the driving performance of
your car may change. Avoid accelerating or braking suddenly, steering abruptly or
fast cornering. The lifespan of a space-saver spare wheel is approximately 3000
km, after which it will need to be replaced with another spare wheel of the same
type. Never fit a standard tyre on the space-saver spare wheel rim. Have the wheel
replaced and refitted as soon as possible. Never use two or more spare wheels at
the same time. Do not lubricate the bolt threads before fitting them back: they
could come loose.
WARNINGFasten the wheel cap correctly to prevent the wheel from coming free in motion.
Never tamper with the inflation valve. Never place tools between the rim and tyre.
Check the tyre and space-saver spare wheel pressure regularly. The tyre inflation
pressure is shown in the “Technical specifications” chapter.

WHEELS AND TYRES
Check the pressure of each tyre, including 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 wear:
(A): normal pressure: tread evenly worn.
(B): low pressure: tread particularly worn at the edges.
(C): high pressure: tread particularly worn in the centre.
Tyres must be replaced when the tread wears down to 1.6 mm. In any
case, comply 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 obstacles hard. Driving
for long stretches 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;
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❒Avoid overloading the vehicle when travelling: this
may cause serious damage to the wheels and tyres;
❒If a tyre is punctured, stop immediately and change
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 inflation valve;
❒To allow even wear between the front and rear
tyres, it is advisable to change them over every 10-
15 thousand kilometres, keeping them on the same
side of the car so as to not reverse the direction of
rotation.
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Never submit alloy rims to repainting treatments requiring to use temperatures
exceeding 150°C since the mechanical properties of the wheels could be impaired.WARNING
If the pressure is too low the tyre overheats and this can cause it serious damage.
WARNINGRemember that road holding depends also on the correct tyre inflating pressure.
WARNINGDo not cross switch the tyres, moving them from the right of the car to the left and
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COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE (bar)
STANDARD TYRES
Size Medium load Full load
Front Rear Front Rear
RIMS
6J x 14” ET 40
6J x 15” ET 40 (*)
6
1/2J x 16” ET 40 (alloy)
6J x 15” ET 40 (*)
6
1/2J x 16” ET 40 (alloy)
Standard
185/65 R14 86T
195/60 R15 88T
205/50 R16 87V (**)
195/60 R15 88T
205/50 R16 87V (**)
Snow
185/65 R14 86Q (M+S)
195/60 R15 88Q (M+S)
–
195/60 R15 88Q (M+S)
–
Rim
4B x 14” (***)
4B x 15”
4B x 15”
Tyre
135/80 B14 84M (***)
125/80 R15 95M
125/80 R15 95M
TYRES SPACE-SAVER SPARE
1.2 - 1.4 petrol
and 1.3 Multijet
70HP
1.3 Multijet 90HP
and 1.9 Multijet
(*) Optional alloy rim - (**) Tyres cannot be fitted with snow chains
(***) IMPORTANT: 14” wheel can only be used on 1.2-1.4 petrol type and 1.3 Multijet 70 HP cars with a chassis number greater
than 74500
or
185/65 R14 86T 2.2 2.1 2.3 2.3
195/60 R15 88T 2.2 2.1 2.3 2.3
205/50 R16 87V 2.2 2.1 2.3 2.3
135/80 B14 84M 2.8SPARE WHEEL
125/80 R15 95M 4.2
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.
VERSIONS

FUEL CAPACITIES (litres)
Fiat Auto S.p.A. - Quality - Assistenza Tecnica - Ingegneria Assistenziale
Largo Senatore G. Agnelli, 5 - 10040 Volvera - Torino (Italia)
Print no. 603.81.163 - I/2007 - 1
stedition
COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE (bar)
1.216V1.48V-1.416V1.3 Multijet 1.9 Multijet
Tank capacity 47 47 47 47
Reserve 5 - 7 5 - 7 5 - 7 5 - 7
Refuel petrol engines with unleaded petrol with an octane rating (RON) no lower than 95 only.
Refuel diesel engines with diesel fuel for motor vehicles (EN590 specifications) only.
ENGINE OIL CHANGE
1.216V1.48V1.416V1.3 Multijet 1.9 Multijet
litres kg litres kg litres kg litres kg litres kg
Engine sump 2.5 2.2 2.4 2.1 2.75 2.4 2.85 2.5 4.2 3.75
Engine sump and filter 2.7 2.35 2.6 2.25 2.9 2.55 3.0 2.6 4.4 3.9
STANDARD TYRES
Size Medium load Full load
Front Rear Front Rear
185/65 R14 86T 2.2 2.1 2.3 2.3
195/60 R15 88T 2.2 2.1 2.3 2.3
205/50 R16 87V 2.2 2.1 2.3 2.3
135/80 B14 84M 2.8SPARE WHEEL
125/80 R15 95M 4.2
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.