2008 FIAT CROMA maintenance schedule

CHANGING THE BATTERY
If required, replace the battery with a gen-
uine spare part having the same specifi-
cations.
If a battery with different specifications is
fitted, the service intervals given in the
“Service schedule” in this section will no
longer be valid.
Refer to the instructions provided by the
battery manufacturer.
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fig. 16F0L0191m
BATTERY
The battery is of the “Limited mainte-
nance” type: under normal conditions of
use the electrolyte does not need topping
up with distilled water.
CHECKING THE CHARGE fig. 16
The battery charge may be checked sat-
isfactorily through the inspection slot us-
ing the indicator A (where provided) and
acting according to the colour the indica-
tor shows.
If the battery does not fit a charge and
electrolyte level gauge, the corresponding
operations must be performed by spe-
cialised personnel only.
Refer to the table below or to the label
Bon the battery.
The liquid in the battery is
poisonous and corrosive.
Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Do
not bring naked flames or possible
sources of sparks near to the battery:
risk of fire and explosion.
WARNING
Running the battery with
low fluid level can damage
the battery beyond repair and could
also cause its explosion.
WARNING
Bright white colourTop up electrolyte Contact Fiat Dealership
Dark colour withoutLow charge level Charge the battery
green area in the centre(advisable to contact
Fiat Dealership)
Dark colour with Electrolyte level and charge No action
green area in the centresufficient
IMPORTANT Check the battery charge
once a year, preferably before the begin-
ning to winter, to prevent freezing of the
electrolyte. Perform this inspection more
frequently if the car is mainly used for
short distances or if electrical devices run-
ning with the key off are installed, partic-
ularly after-market.
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❒If a tyre is punctured, stop immediate-
ly 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
space-saver 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 to not reverse the
direction of rotation.
Remember that road holding
depends also on the correct
tyre inflating pressure.
WARNING
Do not cross switch the
tyres, moving them from the
right of the car to the left and vice
versa.
WARNING
If the pressure is too low the
tyre overheats and this can
cause it serious damage.
WARNING
Never submit alloy rims to
repainting treatments re-
quiring to use temperatures exceed-
ing 150°C since the mechanical prop-
erties of the wheels could be im-
paired.
WARNING
RUBBER HOSES
As far as the brake system and fuel rubber
hoses are concerned, carefully follow the
“Service schedule” in this section.
Indeed ozone, high temperatures and pro-
longed lack of fluid in the system may
cause hardening and cracking of the hoses,
with possible leaks. Careful control is
therefore necessary.
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For diesel versions, in the case of emergency when original products are not available, lubricants with a minimum performance of
ACEA B4 are acceptable; in this case, optimal engine performance is not guaranteed and it is recommended to have them replaced
with a recommended lubricant as soon as possible at the Fiat Service Network.
The use of products with inferior characteristics compared to ACEA C3 and ACEA B4 could cause damage, not covered by the
guarantee, to the engine.
For particularly rigid climatic conditions ask the Fiat Dealership for the appropriate product from the Seleniarange.
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS AND THEIR SPECIFICATIONS
Use Fluid and lubricant specifications Genuine fluids Change
for correct car operation and lubricants intervals
Oils for petrol
engines
Oils for diesel
enginesAs per Service
Schedule
As per Service
Schedule SELENIA K P.E.
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F603.C07
SELENIA WR
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F515.D06
SELENIA WR P.E.
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F510.D07 Synthetic-based oils, grade SAE 5W-40 ACEA C3.
FIAT 9.55535-S2 qualification.
Synthetic-based oils, grade SAE 5W-40
FIAT 9.55535- N2 qualification.
Synthetic-based oils, grade SAE 5W-30
Qualification FIAT 9.55535- S1
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IINDEX
Identification data................................ 218
Ignition device....................................... 19
In an emergency................................... 157
Injection system
– EOBD engine control system
failure warning light....................... 149
– injection system failure warning
light................................................... 149
Instrument dashboard......................... 5
Instrument panel.................................. 6
Interior equipment.............................. 74
Interiors
– maintenance.................................... 215
Isofix Universal (car seat) .................. 117
“Isofix Universale” car seat ............... 117
– installation presetting.................... 117
– suitability of use ............................. 118
Keys ....................................................... 10
– emergency key.................................. 13
– key with remote control................ 11
Lamps (replacement)
– exterior lamp replacement.......... 173
– general information....................... 169
– interior lamp replacement........... 178
– lamp types....................................... 170
Level checks.......................................... 198
Levels
– level checks..................................... 198
License plate lights
– lamp replacement.......................... 178
3rd stop lights....................................... 177
Liquids and lubricants......................... 236Load (anchoring).................................. 89
Long vehicle inactivity......................... 144
Low beams
– control............................................. 62
– Follow Me Home........................... 154
– lamp replacement.......................... 173
– low beam light warning light ....... 154
Lubricants.............................................. 236
Maintenance and care
– Demanding vehicle use................. 197
– periodical checks........................... 197
– planned maintenance.................... 194
– Scheduled Maintenance Plan ....... 195
Manual air conditioner........................ 49
Maximum speed................................... 231
Money holder....................................... 76
Multifunctional display ....................... 22
– control buttons.............................. 22
– display functions............................. 28
– setup menu .................................... 23
– standard screen.............................. 22
On board instruments....................... 20
Paint (maintenance)........................... 214
Parking brake........................................ 131
– parking brake engaged warning
light-.................................................. 146
Parking lights......................................... 72
Parking sensors.................................... 102
Parking.................................................... 131
– parking brake.................................. 131
Passenger compartment air
diffusers............................................... 48 Fuel level indicator.............................. 21
Fuel reserve
– fuel reserve warning light ........... 150
Fuel tank plug........................................ 104
Fuses
– fuse replacement........................... 181
– fuse table......................................... 186
Generic warning light........................ 152
Glasses holder...................................... 76
Glove compartment light................... 179
Glove compartment............................ 75
– ceiling light lamp replacement..... 179
Head rests
– front................................................. 42
– rear .................................................. 42
Headlamps............................................. 93
– headlamp adjustment overseas... 94
– headlamp stability corrector ....... 93
– light beam orientation.................. 93
Headlight washer-wiper
– control............................................. 67
– liquid level....................................... 205
Heated rear window
– heated rear window warning
light................................................... 151
Heating and air conditioning............. 47
Heating/air conditioning system....... 47
High-beam headlights
– control............................................. 62
– flashing............................................. 63
– high beam light warning light....... 155
– lamp replacement.......................... 174
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