2008 FIAT CROMA clutch

Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from
the roof as soon as they are no longer
used. These accessories lower air pene-
tration and adversely affect consumption
levels. When needing to carry particular-
ly voluminous objects, preferably use a
trailer.
Electric devices
Use electric devices only for the amount
of time needed. Rear heated window, ad-
ditional headlights, windscreen wipers and
heater fan need a considerable amount of
energy, therefore increasing the require-
ment of current increases fuel consump-
tion (up to +25% in the urban cycle).
Climate control
The air conditioner is an additional load
which greatly affects the engine leading to
higher consumption (on average up to
+20%). When the temperature outside
the car permits it, use the air vents where
possible.
Spoilers
The use of non-certified aerodynamic
items may adversely affect air drag and
consumption levels.DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm the engine with the car at
a standstill or at idle or high speed: under
these conditions the engine warms up
much more slowly, increasing electrical
consumption and emissions. It is therefore
advisable to move off immediately, slow-
ly, avoiding high speeds. This way the en-
gine will warm faster.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid accelerating when waiting at traffic
lights or before switching off the engine.
This and also double declutching is ab-
solutely pointless on modern cars and al-
so increase consumption and pollution.
Gear selection
As soon as the conditions of the traffic and
road allow, use a higher gear. Using a low
gear to obtain brilliant performance in-
creases consumption.
In the same way improper use of a high
gear increases consumption, emissions an
engine wear.CONTAINING
RUNNING COSTS
Here are some suggestions which may
help you to keep the running costs of your
car down and lower the amount of toxic
emissions released into the atmosphere.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out
in accordance with the “Service schedule”.
Tyres
Check the pressure of the tyres routine-
ly at an interval of no more than 4 weeks:
if the pressure is too low, consumption
levels increase as resistance to rolling is
higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with too much luggage
stowed in the boot. The weight of the car
(especially when driving in town) and its
trim greatly affects consumption and sta-
bility.
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WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
SAFETY
DEVICES
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
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WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
SAFETY
DEVICES
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
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SERVICE SCHEDULE
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Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure if required
Check light system operation (headlights,
direction indicators, hazard lights, boot lights, passenger
compartment lights, glovebox lights, warning lights, etc.)
Check windscreen wiper/washer operation,
adjust nozzles if required
Check windscreen/rear window blade position/wear
Check front disk brake pad conditions and wear
and wear indicator operation
Check rear disk brake pad conditions and wear
Sight inspect the conditions of: body external parts, underbody
protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust - fuel - brakes), rubber parts
(boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.)
Check cleanness of locks, bonnet and boot and lever cleanness
and lubrication
Check and top up, if required, fluid levels
(brakes/hydraulic clutch, power steering, windscreen washer,
battery, engine coolant, etc.)
Check power steering hydraulic system (2.2 version)
Check and adjust handbrake lever stroke
Sight inspect accessory drive belt conditions
(except 1.8 version)
Sight inspect accessory drive belt conditions (1.8 version)
Sight inspect timing belt conditions (1.8 version)
Check and adjust tappet clearance (1.9 Multijet 8v version)
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WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
INDEX
DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
SAFETY
DEVICES
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
Lubricants
and greases for
transmissions
Protective
agent
for radiators
Windscreen/
rear window/
headlight
washer fluid Brake
fluid
Additive for
diesel fuelSynthetic-based oil, grade SAE 75W-85 that passes API GL-4
specifications
Special lubricant for 5 seed automatic transmissions with limited
slip torque converter.
Specification FIAT 9.55550-AV1
Special lubricant for 6 speed automatic transmissionswith limited
slip torque converter.
Specification FIAT 9.55550-AV2
Specifc grease to be used for constant-velocity joints with low
friction coefficient. N.L.G.I. 0-1 consistency.
Grease containing Molybdenum bisulphide for high temperature
appliances. N.L.G.I. 1-2 consistency.
Synthetic fluid for hydraulic and electrohydraulic systems.
Specification FIAT 9.55550-AG3
Synthetic fluid, FMVSS n° 116 DOT 4, ISO 4925 SAE J1704,
CUNA NC 956-01
Protective with antifreeze action, red colour based on inhibited
monoethylen glycol and organic formula, that passes
CUNA NC 956-16, ASTM D 3306 specifications.
Additive for diesel fuels with protective action for Diesel engines
Mixture of alcohol and surfactants CUNA NC 956-11Mechanical gearbox
and differential
5 speed automatic gearboxes
6 speed automatic gearboxes
CV joints on differential side
CV joints on wheel side
Electrohydraulic
power steering
Brake and clutch hydraulic
controls
Radiator antifreeze
proportion:
50% distilled water and
50% PARAFLU UP(❑)
To be used diluted
or undiluted
To be mixed with diesel fuel
(25 cc per 10 litres) TUTELA CAR
MATRYX
Contractual Technical
Reference N. F108.F02
TUTELA CAR GI/V
Contractual Technical
Reference N. F333.I05
TUTELA CAR GI/VI
Contractual Technical
Reference N. F336.G05
TUTELA STAR 700
Contractual Technical
Reference N. F701.C07
TUTELA ALL STAR
Contractual Technical
Reference N. F702.G07
TUTELA CAR GI/R
Contractual Technical
Reference N. F428.H04
TUTELA TOP 4
Contractual Technical
Reference N. F001.A93
PARAFLU UP (●)
Contractual Technical
Reference N. F101.M01
TUTELA DIESEL ART
Contractual Technical
Reference N. F601.L06
TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC 35
Contractual Technical
Reference N. F201.D02
Use Fluid and lubricant specifications Genuine fluids Applicationsfor correct car operation and lubricants
(●) IMPORTANT Do not add or mix fluids having different specifications from that already existing.
(❑) For particularly hard climate conditions, we recommend use of a 60% PARAFLU UPand 40% demineralized water mixture.
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