2008 FIAT GRANDE PUNTO open bonnet

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TO CLOSE THE BONNET
Proceed as follows:
❒hold the bonnet up with one hand and
with the other remove rod C-
fig. 109 from recess Eand fit it back
into its catch D-fig. 108;
BONNET
TO OPEN THE BONNET
Proceed as follows:
❒pull lever fig. 106in the direction of
the arrow;
❒pull lever A-fig. 107as shown in the
figure;
❒lift the bonnet and at the same time re-
lease the rod D-fig. 108from the
catch, then fit the rod end C-fig. 109
into the bonnet recess E.
IMPORTANT Before opening the bonnet,
check that windscreen wiper arms are not
lifted from the windscreen.
❒lower the bonnet at approx. 20 cen-
timetres from the engine compartment
and then let it drop, ensuring that it is
fully closed and not just held in position
by the safety catch. If the bonnet does
not close properly, do not push it down
but open it again and repeat the above
procedure.
IMPORTANT Always check that the bon-
net is closed properly to avoid its opening
while the car is travelling.
fig. 106F0M0135m
fig. 107F0M0358m
fig. 108F0M0413m
fig. 109F0M0133m
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For safety reasons the bon-
net must be closed properly
to avoid its opening while the car is
travelling. Therefore, always check it
is properly closed and the catch en-
gaged. Should you notice that the
catch is not perfectly engaged when
travelling, stop the car immediately
and close the bonnet.
WARNING
If the supporting rod is not
positioned correctly the bon-
net may fall violently.
WARNING
Carry out operations only
when the car is stationary.
WARNING
ROOF RACK/SKI RACK
3-door versions
Front couplings are set at points A-fig.
110.
Front couplings are set at points Bnear
the silk-screen printing (
O) on rear side
windows.
5-door versions
Front couplings are set at points A-fig.
110.
Rear couplings are set at points Band are
identified by a slot on the upper door
opening.IMPORTANT Strictly follow the installa-
tion instructions contained in the kit. In-
stallation hall be carried out by skilled per-
sonnel.
fig. 110F0M0102m
After travelling a few kilo-
metres, check that the cou-
pling fastening screws are tight.
WARNING
Strictly comply with current
law regulations concerning
max. overall dimensions.
Distribute the load evenly
and when driving, bear in
mind the increased sensitivity of the
car to side wind.
WARNING
Never exceed the permitted
weight (see section “Techni-
cal specifications”).
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Normal paint maintenance consists in
washing at intervals depending on the con-
ditions and environment of use. For exam-
ple, in highly polluted areas, or if the roads
are sprayed with salt, it is wise to wash the
car more frequently.
To correctly wash the car:
❒ remove the aerial from the roof to pre-
vent damage to it if the car is washed in
an automatic system;
❒ wash the body using a low pressure jet
of water;
❒ wipe a sponge with a slightly soapy so-
lution over the bodywork, frequently
rinsing with the sponge;
❒ rinse well with water and dry with a jet
of air or a chamois leather.
When drying, take particular care with the
less visible parts like door surrounds, bon-
net and around the headlights where wa-
ter may stagnate. The car should not be
taken to a closed area immediately, but left
in the open so that residual water can
evaporate.Do not wash the car after it has been left
in the sun or with the bonnet hot: this may
alter the shine of the paintwork.
Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned in
the same way as the rest of the car.
Where possible, do not park under trees;
the resinous substance many species re-
lease give the paint a dull appearance and
increase the possibility of triggering rust
processes.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings must be
washed off immediately and thoroughly as
the acid they contain is particularly ag-
gressive.
Detergents cause water pollu-
tion. Therefore the engine
compartment should be
washed in areas equipped for
collecting and purifying the liquid used
in the washing process.
Windows
Use specific window cleaner products.
Use also clean cloths to avoid scratching
the glass or damaging the transparency.
IMPORTANT The inside of the
rearscreen should be wiped gently with a
cloth in the direction of the filaments to
avoid damaging the heating device.
Engine compartment
At the end of the winter the engine com-
partment should be carefully washed,
without directing the jet against electron-
ic control units. Contact a specialised
workshop to have this done.
IMPORTANT The car should be washed
with the engine cold and the ignition key
at STOP. After washing make sure that
the various protections (e.g. rubber caps
and various covers) have not been dam-
aged or removed.
Front headlights
IMPORTANT Never use aromatic sub-
stances (e.g.: petrol) or ketones (e.g.: ace-
tone) for cleaning front headlight plastic
lens.
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Bodywork
– maintenance .................................. 206
– version codes ............................... 212
Bonnet .................................................. 86
Boot ........................................................ 83
– extension........................................ 84
– tailgate opening/closing ............... 83
– emergency opening....................... 83
Boot light .............................................. 174
Brake Assist
(brake assist in an emergency) ....... 91
Brakes
– fluid level ........................................ 199
– specifications ................................. 216
Bulb (replacement)
– general instructions ..................... 166
– bulb types ...................................... 166
Capacities ............................................ 106
Care and maintenance
– periodic checks.............................. 193
– planned maintenance .................. 188– planned maintenance plan ........... 189
– Heavy-duty use of the car ........... 193
Card/ CD compartment.................... 73
Carrying children safely ..................... 115
Courtesy lights
– boot light ....................................... 68
– courtesy ......................................... 65
– front ................................................ 65
– puddle/door .................................. 68
– rear ................................................. 66
Chassis (marking) ............................... 211
Checking levels..................................... 194
Child locks............................................. 79
Child seat “Isofix Universal” ............ 120
Cigar lighter.......................................... 73
Clutch ................................................... 215
CO
2emissions..................................... 229
Code Card ........................................... 8
Consumption
– engine oil ........................................ 197
– fuel ................................................... 228
ABS ...................................................... 90
Accessories purchased by
the owner .......................................... 104
Air bag
– front................................................. 121
– side .................................................. 124
Air filter ................................................ 200
Air vents ............................................... 41
Alarm...................................................... 10
Armrest................................................. 74
ASR system........................................... 93
– activation/deactivation................. 94
At the filling station ............................ 106
Automatic two-zone climate
control system .................................. 51
Battery
– checking the charge ..................... 201
– jump starting ................................. 154
– recharging ...................................... 183
– replacement .................................. 201
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