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Oil consumption: Max. 1.0 L per
1000 km (1 Qt. per 600 miles)
When judging the amount of oil con-
sumption, note that the oil may become
diluted and make it difficult to accurately
judge the true oil level.
As an example, if a vehicle is used for re-
peated short trips, and consumes a nor-
mal amount of oil, the dipstick may not
show any drop in the oil level at all, even
after 1000 km (600 miles) or more of dri-
ving. This is because the oil is gradually be-
coming diluted with fuel or moisture, mak-
ing it appear that the oil level has not
changed.
You should also be aware that the dilut-
ing ingredients evaporate out when the ve-
hicle is subsequently driven at high speeds,
such as on an expressway, making it ap-
pear that oil is excessively consumed af-
ter high- speed driving.STARTING THE ENGINE
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
❒Make sure the parking brake is set fully.
❒Shift into “N” (Neutral) and depress the
clutch pedal all the way to the floor.
Hold it while starting the engine.
ENGINE OIL
CONSUMPTION
It is normal for the engine to consume
some engine oil during normal vehicle op-
eration.
The amount of engine oil consumed de-
pends on the viscosity of the oil, the qual-
ity of the oil and the conditions the vehi-
cle is driven under.
More oil is consumed during high- speed
driving and when there is frequent accel-
eration and deceleration. Under high
loads, your engine also will consume more
oil.
A new engine also consumes more oil,
since its pistons, piston rings and cylinder
walls have not yet become conditioned.
New engines reach the normal level of oil
consumption only after approximately
5000 km (3000 miles) driving.
Make sure that the parking
brake is set fully and the
transaxle is in Neutral before at-
tempting to start the engine.
WARNING
IMPORTANT We recommend that dur-
ing the initial period you do not drive to
full vehicle performance (e.g.: excessive ac-
celeration, long journeys at top speed,
sharp braking, etc.).
IMPORTANT When the engine is
switched off never leave the key into the
ignition switch to prevent pointless cur-
rent absorption from draining the battery.
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If the keyless start system blue indicator
light illuminates on the instrument cluster,
you can turn the ignition switch. If the red
indicator light illuminates, you can not turn
the ignition switch.
NOTE
❒The ignition switch can be turned to
the “ACC” position when the keyless
start system blue indicator light illu-
minates. The blue indicator light will
illuminate for several seconds and
then turn off to protect the system.
In this case, you must release the ig-
nition switch once and push the
switch again.
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❒If the keyless start system red indicator
light illuminates, the remote controller
may not be in the vehicle or the battery
of the remote controller may be unre-
liable. The red indicator light will turn
off within several seconds after the re-
mote controller is returned in the ve-
hicle except in the rear luggage area.
When the remote controller is in the ve-
hicle except the rear luggage area, you can
turn the ignition switch without using an
ignition key.
NOTE
❒If the battery of the remote controller
runs down or there are strong radio
waves or noise, the operating range
may be narrower or the remote con-
troller may be inoperative.
❒If the remote controller is too close to
the door glass, it may not operate.
❒The ignition switch may not turn when
the remote controller is on the instru-
ment panel, in the glove box, in the
door pocket, in the sun visor or on the
floor.
The remote controller is a
sensitive electronic instru-
ment. To avoid damaging it, do not
expose it to impacts, moisture or high
temperature (such as on the dash-
board under direct sunlight).
WARNING
You can also turn the ignition switch by
inserting the ignition key into the slot.
If you leave any of the doors open with the
ignition switch in the “ACC” position for
a while (and no key inserted), the engine
may not start when you turn the ignition
switch to “START”. If the engine does not
start, close all doors completely or turn
the ignition switch back to the “LOCK”
position, then start the engine.
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IMPORTANT The steering column is not
strong enough to withstand shocks trans-
mitted from the front wheels during tow-
ing. Always unlock the steering wheel be-
fore towing.
4-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD)
Your vehicle should be towed under one
of the following conditions:
❒With all four wheels on a flat-bed truck.
❒With the front or rear wheels lifted and
a dolly under the other wheels.
IMPORTANT Towing your vehicle with
front and/ or rear wheels on the ground
can result in damage to the automatic
transaxle and/ or the 4WD drive system.
IF THE STARTER DOES
NOT OPERATE
❒Try turning the ignition switch to the
“START” position with the headlights
turned on to determine the battery
condition. If the headlights go exces-
sively dim or go off, it usually means
that either the battery is flat or the bat-
tery terminal contact is poor. Recharge
the battery or correct battery terminal
contact as necessary.
❒If the headlights remain bright, check
the fuses. If the reason for failure of the
starter is not obvious, there may be a
major electrical problem. Have the ve-
hicle inspected by your authorized
Fiat Dealership.
TOWING
If you need to have your vehicle towed,
contact a professional service. Your deal-
er can provide you with detailed towing
instructions.
IMPORTANT To help avoid damage to
your vehicle during towing, proper equip-
ment and towing procedures must be
used.
2-WHEEL DRIVE (2WD)
MANUAL TRANSAXLE
Manual transaxle vehicles may be towed
using either of the following methods.
❒From the front, with the front wheels
lifted and the rear wheels on the
ground. Before towing, make sure that
the parking brake is released.
❒From the rear, with the rear wheels lift-
ed and the front wheels on the ground,
provided the steering and drivetrain are
in operational condition. Before tow-
ing, make sure that transaxle is in neu-
tral, the steering wheel is unlocked (the
ignition key should be in the “ACC” po-
sition), and the steering wheel is se-
cured with a clamping device designed
for towing service.
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Battery .......................................210-245
Before driving.................................. 9
Bodywork care................................ 233
Brake fluid ............................................ 202
Brake system ....................................... 159
Brakes
– Brake fluid ..................................... 202
– Brake pedal .............................131-203
– Brake system ................................ 246
– Parking brake lever ...............130-204
– Vacuum brake ............................... 160
Bulbs
– Replacement ................................. 217
– Type ................................................ 245
Can holder .......................................... 142
Capacities ......................................10-248
Catalytic converter ............................ 165
Child-proof locks ................................ 22
Children
– Child-proof locks ......................... 22
– Child restraint systems ............... 37
– Installation with Isofix
type anchorages ........................... 42
– Installation with lap-shoulder
seat belts ........................................ 42
Cigar lighter ......................................... 90Clock ..................................................... 98
Clutch .............................................131-205
CO
2emissions .................................... 241
Cup holder ........................................... 142
Daily inspection checklist ................ 150
Dimensions .......................................... 247
Dipped beam headlights .................... 63
– Bulb replacement ......................... 218
Doors
– Central door locking
system ........................................13-19
– Child-proof locks ......................... 22
– Dead lock ...................................... 14
– Keyless Start ................................. 15
– Opening/closing ............................ 12
Drive belt (servicing) ......................... 189
Driving tips....................................... 167
– Driving on hills ............................. 168
– Driving on slippery roads ........... 169
– Highway driving ............................ 168
Emergency service....................... 225
Engine
– Air cleaner ..................................... 198
– Engine coolant .............................. 195
– Engine oil and filter ...................... 189
– If the engine is flooded ............... 230
ABS ...................................................... 160
Air bags ................................................. 47
– Front ............................................... 48
– How the system works .............. 52
– Servicing ......................................... 54
– Side ................................................. 50
Air cleaner ........................................... 198
Air conditioning ...........................99-223
Ashtray ................................................. 90
Assist grips ........................................... 140
Audio systems
– Antenna ...................................112-147
– Anti-theft system ......................... 121
– Cautions on handling .................. 110
– CD Changer ................................. 118
– CD player ...................................... 116
– Error display messages ............... 125
– General .......................................... 112
– Radio .............................................. 113
– RDS (Radio Data System) .......... 115
– Steering wheel controls ............. 126
– System ............................................ 109
– Troubleshooting .......................... 123
Automatic heating and air
conditioning system ......................... 104
– Maintenance ...........................109-223
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– Fuel filter........................................... 201
– Fuel filler cap ................................... 132
– Fuel gauge ........................................ 84
– Improving fuel economy .............. 166
– Instantaneous fuel
consumption (gauge) ......................... 92
Fuel filler cap .......................................... 132
Fuel gauge ............................................... 84
Fuses ........................................................ 211
Gear oil
– Changing .................................193-248
– Level check .................................... 194
– Specifications.................................. 193
General information.................... 239
Glove box ............................................ 91
Hazard warning lights ....................... 85
Hazard warning lights ........................ 85
Head restraints ................................... 30
Headlight levelling switch .................. 87
Headlights
– Bulb replacement ......................... 218
– Headlight levelling switch ........... 87
Heated rear window .......................... 88
Heating and air conditioning
system .........................................99-223
Heating system .............................99-104
Horn ...................................................... 68
Identification data .............................. 230
Ignition switch ..................................... 58
Information display ......................91-94
– Illumination cancel switch .......... 89
Inspection and maintenance.... 181
– Maintenance schedule ................. 183
– Severe driving conditions ........... 188
Instrument cluster .............................. 71
– Meter illumination
(control) ..................................82-87
Instrument panel........................... 69
Interior lights ................................138-218
Isofix type child restraint system
(installation)........................................ 42
Jack ......................................................... 144
Jacking instructions.............................. 226
Jump starting instructions.................. 227
Keys ....................................................... 11
– Battery replacement..................... 20
– Keyless Entry................................. 18
Luggage compartment
– Capacity/volume .......................... 247
– Extension (folding rear seats)..... 134
– Luggage compartment cover ..... 146
– Luggage compartment light ....... 146
– Luggage restraint loops .............. 145
– Rear door opening ...................... 23
Luggage compartment light .............. 146 – If the engine overheats ............... 230
– If the starter does not operate .. 229
– Jump starting ................................. 227
– Serial number ............................... 240
– Spark plugs .................................... 199
– Starting ........................................... 165
– Technical specifications .............. 244
– Temperature gauge ..................... 84
Engine coolant ..................................... 195
Engine coolant temperature gauge .. 84
Engine hood ......................................... 140
Engine oil consumption ..................... 152
Engine oil
– Changing .................................191-248
– Level check .................................... 190
– Specifications ................................ 189
Engine oil filter (change) .................... 191
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) ... 161
Exhaust gas ........................................... 150
External lights ...............................63-218
Eyeglasses holder ................................ 142
Fiat CODE (Immobilizer system) .... 11
Frame hooks .......................................... 143
Front fog lights ....................................... 89
Fuel
– Capacities/refuelling ...............10-248
– Consumption .................................. 241
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