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SUSPENSIONS
1.4 - 1.4 T-JET - 1.6 - 1.8 - 1.3 Multijet - 1.6 Multijet
Front
RearMc Pherson independent wheels
twisting axle with interconnected wheels
STEERING
1.4 - 1.4 T-JET - 1.6 - 1.8 - 1.3 Multijet - 1.6 Multijet
Type
Steering circle (kerb to kerb) m 10.5 (❏) / 11 ( 6)
(❏) With 15” tyres
( 6) With 16” and 17” tyresrack and pinion with hydraulic power steering
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READING TYRE
MARKINGS fig. 4
Example: 185/65 R 15 88T
185 = Nominal width (S, distance in mm
between sidewalls).
65 = Height/width ratio (H/S) in per-
centage.
R = Radial tyre.
15 = Rim diameter in inches (Ø).
88 = Load rate (capacity).
T = Maximum speed rating.
WHEELS
RIMS AND TYRES
Pressed steel or alloy rims. Tubeless ra-
dial carcass tyres. All approved tyres are
listed in the Log Book.
IMPORTANT In the event of discrepan-
cies between the information provided on
this “Owner’s handbook” and the “Log
book”, consider the specifications shown
in the log book only.
Respect the prescribed size to ensure
safety of the car in movement. Fit tyres
of the same make and type on all wheels.
IMPORTANT Do not use inner tubes
with Tubeless tyres.
fig. 4F0R0147m
SPARE WHEEL
Pressed steel rim Tubeless tyre.
WHEEL GEOMETRY
Toe-in total front: 0.3 ± 1 mm
Toe-in total rear: 1.7 ± 0.5 mm
The values refer to the car in running or-
der.
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READING RIM
MARKINGS fig. 4
Example: 6J x 15 ET44
6 = rim width in inches 1.
J = rim drop centre outline (side
projection where the tyre bead
rests) 2.
15 = rim nominal diameter in inches
(corresponds to diameter of the
tyre to be mounted) 3= Ø.
ET44 = wheel camber angle (distance be-
tween the disc/rim supporting
plane and the wheel rim centre
line). Load rating (capacity)
70= 335 kg 81= 462 kg
71= 345 kg 82= 475 kg
72= 355 kg 83= 487 kg
73= 365 kg 84= 500 kg
74= 375 kg 85= 515 kg
75= 387 kg 86= 530 kg
76= 400 kg 87= 545 kg
77= 412 kg 88= 560 kg
78= 425 kg 89= 580 kg
79= 437 kg 90= 600 kg
80= 450 kg 91= 615 kg Maximum speed rating
Q= up to 160 km/h.
R= up to 170 km/h.
S= up to 180 km/h.
T= up to 190 km/h.
?U= up to 200 km/h.
H= up to 210 km/h.
V= up to 240 km/h.
Maximum speed rating
for snow tyres
QM + S= up to 160 km/h.
TM + S= up to 190 km/h.
HM + S= up to 210 km/h.
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6J X 15” - ET 44
6J X 15” - ET 44
6J X 15” - ET 44
6J X 15” - ET 44
6J X 15” - ET 44185/65 R15 84T
195/60 R15 88H
185/65 R15 84T (**)
185/65 R15 84T
195/60 R15 88H
185/65 R15 84T (**)
185/65 R15 84T (**) 185/65 R15 84T
195/60 R15 88H (❏)
195/55 R16 87H (❍)
185/65 R15 84T
195/60 R15 88H (❏)
195/55 R16 87H (❍)
205/45 R17 88V (*) (▲) 6J X 15” - ET 44
6J X 16” - ET 41
6J X 15” - ET 44
6J X 16” - ET 41
6.5J X 17” - ET 41
Version Rims Tyres fitted Spare wheel (where provided)Rim Tyre
(❏) Alloy rim
(❍) Optional alloy rim for versions/markets where provided
(*) Not snow chains
(▲) Optional tyre for versions/markets where provided
(**) Using this spare wheel, vehicle max speed is 80 km/h 1.4 T-JET
1.3 Multijet
1.6 Multijet 1.4
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Lubricants and
greases
for transmission
Use Fluid and lubricant specifications Original fluids and Applications
for correct car operation lubricants
(*) IMPORTANT Do not top up or mix with fluids having characteristics different from those specified.
When the vehicle is used under particularly harsh climate conditions, we recommend using a 60-40 mixture of PARAFLU UP and demineralised water. LSynthetic-based oils, grade SAE 75W- 85.
Qualification FIAT 9.55550-MX3
Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 75W-85.
Qualification FIAT 9.55550-MX3
Lubricant for automatic transmissions.
QualificationFIAT 9.55550-AG1.
NLGI 1-2 consistency.
Grease containing Molybdenum bisulphide for high
temperature appliances. Qualification FIAT 9.55580
N.L.G.I. 1-2 consistency
Specifc grease to be used for constant-velocity joints with
low friction coefficient. Qualification FIAT 9.55580
N.L.G.I. 0-1 consistency.
Synthetic fluid FMVSS no. 116 DOT 4, ISO 4925
SAE J1704, CUNA NC 956- 01.
QualificationFIAT 9.55597
Protective with antifreeze action, red colour
based on inhibited monoethylen glycol and organic formula,
that passes CUNA NC 956-16, ASTM D 3306 specifications.
Qualification FIAT 9.55523
Additive for diesel fuels with protective action
for Diesel engines.
Mixture of alcohol, water and surfactants CUNA NC 956-II.
Qualification FIAT 9.55522TUTELA CAR
MATRIX
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F108.F02
TUTELA CAR
TECHNYX
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F010.B05
TUTELA GI/A
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F002.B92
TUTELA ALL STAR
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F702.G07
TUTELA STAR 700
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F701.C07
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 PROFES-
SIONAL SC 35
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F201.D02Mechanical gearbox and
differential (1.3 Multijet
Dualogic and 1.6 Multijet
versions)
Mechanical gearbox
and differential
(petrol and 1.3 Multijet
versions)
Hydraulic power
steering
CV joints
on wheel side
CV joints on differential
side
Brake and clutch
hydraulic controls
Radiator antifreeze
proportion: 50% water and
50% PARAFLU UP
To be mixed with diesel fuel
(25 cc per 10 litres)
To be used diluted or
undiluted in windscreen/
rear window washer/
wiper systems
Brake fluids
Protective agent for
radiators
Windscreen/ rear
window washer fluid
Fuel additivel
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INDEX
Towing trailers
– tow hook installation ................... 129
Transmission ........................................ 207
Trip computer ..................................... 42
Tyres
– replacing a wheel ........................... 147
– maintenance .................................. 193
– reading tyre markings .................. 209
– standard tyres................................ 211
– cold tyre inflation pressure ........ 212
Using the manual gearbox .............. 126
Ventilation .......................................... 49
Warning lights and messages ......... 133
Weights ................................................ 215
Wheel..................................................... 206
– replacing a wheel ..................147-155
– spare wheel ................................... 211
– wheel geometry ............................ 209
Wheel rims
– understanding rim marking ........ 210
Window washing................................. 68
Window winders................................. 83
Windscreen/rear window/
headlight washer fluid level ............ 200Windscreen/rear window
wiper blades ...................................... 194
Windscreen washer
– control ............................................ 68
– fluid level ........................................ 187
Windscreen wiper
– blades .............................................. 194
– control ............................................ 68
– spray nozzles ................................. 195 Spark plugs
– type ................................................. 205
Speedometer ....................................... 16
Starting and driving ............................ 121
Starting the engine
– bump starting ................................ 147
– diesel engines ................................ 123
– emergency start-up ...................... 146
– ignition switch ............................... 13
– jump starting .................................. 146
– petrol engines ............................... 122
– stopping the engine....................... 124
– warm up the engine after
just started.......................................... 124
Steering.................................................. 208
Steering column lock ......................... 13
Steering wheel ..................................... 47
Sunroof.................................................. 74
Sun visors ............................................. 81
Suspensions .......................................... 208
Symbols ................................................. 6
Tailgate ................................................ 86
Technical specifications ..................... 201
Third brake light ................................. 164
Top speeds ........................................... 214
Towing the car .................................... 175
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