2008 FIAT CROMA climate control

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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Check and adjust tappet clearance, if required (1.8 version)
Check exhaust emissions (petrol versions)
Check exhaust emissions/smoke (Multijet versions)
Check engine control system operation (through diagnosis socket)
Replace accessory drive belt/s (except 1.8 version)
Replace accessory drive belt/s (1.8 version)
Replace timing belt (1.8 version) (*)
Replace timing belt (Multijet versions) (*)
Change spark plugs (petrol versions except 1.8)
Change spark plugs (1.8 version)
Replace diesel fuel filter (Multijet versions)
Change air cleaner cartridge (petrol versions)
Change air cleaner cartridge (Multijet versions)
Change engine oil and oil filter (1.8 petrol versions)
(or every 12 months)
Change engine oil and oil filter (Multijetversions with DPF) (**)
(or every 24 months)
Change engine oil and oil filter (Multijetversions without DPF)
(or every 24 months)
Change brake fluid (or every 24 months)
Change pollen filter (or every 15 months)
Check and to top up, if required, automatic gearbox oil
(automatic gearbox versions)
(*) Regardless of the km covered, the timing belt shall be replaced every 4 years for particularly demanding use (cold climates, driving in the city,
idling for a long time) or in any case every 5 years.
(**) Engine oil and oil filter shall actually be changed according to the conditions of use of the car and it is indicated by the relevant warning light
or message (where provided) on the instrument panel.
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ENGINE COOLANT FLUID fig. 11
The coolant level shall be checked with
cold engine and shall not be lower than
the MINon the reservoir.
If the level is low, pour slowly a mixture
of 50% distilled water and 50%
PARAFLU UPby FL Seleniathrough
the filler neck A.
A 50-50 mixture of PARAFLU UPand
distilled water gives freeze protection to
–35°C.
For particularly hard climate conditions, we
recommend use of a 60% PARAFLU UP
and 40% demineralized water mixture. Used engine oil and filter con-
tain harmful substances for
the environment. Contact Fi-
at Dealership to have the oil
and filter changed.
Engine oil consumption
Max engine oil consumption is usually 400
grams every 1000 km.
When the car is new, the engine needs
to run in, therefore the engine oil con-
sumption can only be considered stabilised
after the first 5000 - 6000 km.
IMPORTANT The oil consumption de-
pends on driving style and the conditions
under which the car is used.
IMPORTANT Do not add oil with speci-
fications other than that already in the en-
gine.fig. 11F0L0194m
The cooling system uses
PARAFLU UP antifreeze. Do
not add fluid having different
specifications from that al-
ready existing. PARAFLU UP cannot be
mixed with other types of fluids. Should
other fluids be added, do not start the
engine and contact Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
Do not remove the reservoir
cap when the engine is hot:
you risk scalding yourself.
WARNING
The cooling system is pres-
surised. If necessary, replace
the cap only with another genuine
one, otherwise system efficiency could
be compromised.
WARNING
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Rear window wiper fig. 21
Rear window washer jets can be adjust-
ed in the same way.
The nozzle holder is on the rear window.
HEADLIGHT WASHERS
Regularly check that the spray jets are in-
tact and clean.
The headlight washers are automatically
switched on when the windscreen wash-
er is operated and the headlights are on.
BODYWORK
PROTECTION FROM
ATMOSPHERIC AGENTS
The main causes of corrosion are the fol-
lowing:
❒atmospheric pollution;
❒salty air and humidity (coastal areas,
or hot humid climates);
❒seasonal environment conditions.
Not to be underestimated is also the abra-
sive action of wind-borne atmospheric
dust and sand and mud and gravel raised
by other cars.
On your Fiat Croma, Fiat implemented
the best manufacturing technologies to ef-
fectively protect the bodywork against
corrosion.
These include:
❒Painting products and systems which
give the car particular resistance to
corrosion and abrasion;
❒Use of galvanised (or pretreated) steel
sheets, with high resistance to corro-
sion; SPRAY NOZZLES
Windscreen wiper fig. 20
If the jet of fluid is inadequate, firstly check
that there is fluid in the reservoir: see
“Checking fluid levels” in this section).
Then check that the nozzle holes are not
clogged, if necessary use a needle.
Fluid jets shall be directed at about 1/3
height from the window upper edge.
fig. 20F0L0152mfig. 21F0L0151m
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CAPACITIES
Fuel tank:
including a reserve of:
Engine cooling system– with climate control:
Engine sump and filter:
Mechanical gearbox and
differential:
Automatic transmission
Hydraulic brake circuit
with ABS:
Electrohydraulic power
steering circuit:
Windscreen/rear window
/headlight washer fluid reservoir: (*)
(*) The values in brackets refer to versions with headlight washers.
(▲) For particularly hard climate conditions, we recommend use of a 60% PARAFLU UPand 40% demineralized water mixture.
(
●) Total quantity of oil in the gearbox.
1.8
litres kg
62 –
7 - 9 –
7.4 –
4.5 –
1.6 1.3
––
– 0.750
0.7 0.59
3 (5) –2.2
litres kg
62 –
7 - 9 –
7.4 –
5–
1.8 1.5
––
– 0.750
0.9 0.75
3 (5) –2.2 a.t.
litres kg
62 –
7 - 9 –
7.4 –
5–
––
– 6.400(
●)
– 0.750
0.9 0.75
3 (5) –Recommended products and
genuine lubricants
Unleaded petrol
with no less than 95 R.O.N
(EN228 Specification)
Mixture of 50% demineralised wa-
ter and 50% PARAFLU UP
(▲)
SELENIA K P.E.
TUTELA CAR MATRIX
TUTELA GI/V
TUTELA TOP 4
TUTELA GI/R
TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC 35
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Fuel tank:including a reserve of:
Engine cooling
system
– with climate control:
Engine sump and filter:
Mechanical gearbox and
differential:
Automatic transmission
Hydraulic brake circuit
with ABS:
Electrohydraulic power
steering circuit:
Windscreen/rear window/
headlight washer
fluid reservoir: (*)
(*) The values in brackets refer to versions with headlight washers.
(▲) For particularly hard climate conditions, we recommend use of a 60% PARAFLU UPand 40% demineralized water mixture.
(
●) Total quantity of oil in the gearbox.
(❑) Versions pur-O2.
Recommended products and
genuine lubricants
Diesel fuel for motor vehicles
(Specification EN 590)
Mixture of 50% demineralised
water and 50% PARAFLU UP
SELENIA WR/WR P.E. (
❑)
TUTELA CAR MATRIX
TUTELA GI/VI
TUTELA TOP 4
TUTELA GI/R
TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC 35 1.9 Multijet
8V
litres kg
62 –
7 - 9 –
7.7 –
4.5 –
1.9 1.6
––
– 0.750
0.7 0.59
3 (5) –1.9 Multijet
16V
litres kg
62 –
7 - 9 –
7.7 –
4.5 –
1.9 1.6
––
– 0.750
0.7 0.59
3 (5) –1.9 Multijet
16Va.t.
litres kg
62 –
7 - 9 –
7.7 –
4.5 –
––
–
6.110(●)
– 0.750
0.7 0.59
3 (5) –2.4 Multijet
20V a.t.
litres kg
62 –
7 - 9 –
8.4 –
5.4 –
––
–
6.110(●)
– 0.750
0.7 0.59
3 (5) –
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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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❒extra-urban cycle: frequent accel-
erating in all gears, simulating extrau-
rban use of the car; the speed varies
between 0 and 120 km/h;
❒combined consumption: is calcu-
lated weighing about 37% of urban cy-
cle consumption and about 63% of
extraurban consumption.
FUEL CONSUMPTION
The fuel consumption figures given in the
table below are determined on the basis
of the homologation tests set down by
specific European Directives.
The procedures below are followed for
measuring consumption:
❒urban cycle: cold starting followed
by driving that simulates urban use of
the car;
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IMPORTANT The type of route, traffic
situations, weather conditions, driving
style, general conditions of the car, trim
level/equipment/accessories, load, climate
control system, roof rack, other situations
that affect air drag may lead to different
fuel consumption levels than those mea-
sured.
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