2008 FIAT SEDICI fuel pressure

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SERVICE STATION GUIDE
79J090
Windshield washer fluid
(See Section 8)Engine oil dipstick (Yellow)
(See Section 8)
Tire pressure (RHD)
(See tire information label
on driver’s door lock pillar)
Tire changing tools
(See Section 4)
Spare tire
(See Section 8)
Fuel
(See Section 1)
Tire pressure (LHD)
(See tire information label on driver’s
door lock pillar) Battery
(See Section 8) Engine coolant
(See Section 8) Engine hood
(See Section 4)
Engine oil and filter
(See Section 8)
LHD: Left Hand Drive
RHD: Right Hand Drive
(RHD)
(LHD)
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FUEL FILLER CAP
The fuel filler cap is located on the left rear
side of the vehicle. The fuel filler lid can be
unlocked by pulling up the opener lever lo-
cated on the outboard side of the driver’s
seat and locked by simply closing the lid.
GEARSHIFT LEVER
Your vehicle is equipped with a manual
transaxle. The gearshift lever is shown. For
details on how to use the transaxle, re-
fer to “Using the Transaxle” in the “OP-
ERATING YOUR VEHICLE” section.
63J051
Remove the fuel filler cap
slowly. The fuel may be un-
der pressure and may spray out, caus-
ing injury.
WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flam-
mable. Do not smoke when
refueling, and make sure there are no
open flames or sparks in the area.
WARNING
To change gears properly
you must push the clutch
pedal fully down. It is therefore es-
sential that there is nothing under the
pedals: make sure the mats are lying
flat and do not get in the way of the
pedals.
WARNING
IMPORTANT Do not drive with your
hand resting on the gear lever as the force
exerted, even if slight, could lead over time
to premature wear on the gearbox inter-
nal components.
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The fuel tank filler cap has a “screw-on
ratcheting type” feature.
❒To remove, turn the cap counter-
clockwise. Turn the cap slowly to allow
any residual pressure to escape.
❒To install, turn the cap clockwise and
tighten it securely until a “ratcheting”
(clicking) sound is heard. The “ratchet-
ing” sound indicates that the cap is on
properly.
79J048
79J049
60G069
Open
Close
If you need to replace the fu-
el cap, use a genuine Fiat cap
or its equivalent. Use of an improper
cap can result in a malfunction of the
fuel system or emission control system.
It may also result in fuel leakage in the
event of an accident.
WARNING
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Once a week, or each time you fill your
fuel tank, perform the following under-
hood checks:
❒Engine oil level
❒Coolant level
❒Brake fluid level
❒Power steering (if equipped) fluid level
❒Windshield washer fluid level
❒Battery solution level
❒Hood latch operation
Pull the hood release handle inside the
vehicle. Make sure that you cannot
open the hood all the way without re-
leasing the secondary latch. Be sure to
close the hood securely after check-
ing for proper latch operation. See “All
latches, hinges & locks” of “CHASSIS
AND BODY” in the “Periodic Main-
tenance Schedule” in the “INSPEC-
TION AND MAINTENANCE” section
for lubrication schedule.Once a month, or each time you fill your
fuel tank, check the tire pressure using a
tire pressure gauge. Also check the tire
pressure of the spare tire.❒Adjust the seat and adjustable head re-
straint (if equipped).
❒Check the brake pedal and the park-
ing brake lever.
❒Adjust the mirrors.
❒Make sure that you and all passengers
have properly fastened your seat belts.
❒Make sure that all warning lights come
on as the key is turned to the “ON” or
“START” position.
❒Check all gauges.
❒Make sure that the BRAKE SYSTEM
WARNING light turns off when the
parking brake is released.
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Make sure the hood is fully
closed and latched before
driving. If it is not, it can fly up un-
expectedly during driving, obstructing
your view and resulting in an acci-
dent.
WARNING
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IMPROVING FUEL
ECONOMY
The following instructions will help you
improve fuel economy.
Avoid excessive idling
If you are to wait for more than a minute
while you are parked, stop the engine and
start it again later. When warming up a
cold engine, allow the engine to idle until
the temperature gauge pointer comes up
to the “C” position (if the idling is not pro-
hibited). In this position, the engine is suf-
ficiently warm for starting off.
Avoid “fast” starts
Fast starts away from lights or stop signs
will consume fuel unnecessarily and short-
en engine life. Start off slowly.
Avoid unnecessary stops
Avoid unnecessary deceleration and stop-
ping. Try to maintain a slow, steady speed
whenever possible. Slowing down and
then accelerating again uses more fuel.
Keep a steady cruising speed
Keep as constant a speed as road and traf-
fic conditions will permit.Keep the air cleaner clean
A dirty air cleaner will cause the carbu-
retion system to supply too much fuel to
the engine for the amount of air being sup-
plied. The result is waste of fuel due to in-
complete combustion.
Keep weight to a minimum
The heavier the load, the more fuel the
vehicle consumes. Take out any luggage or
cargo when it is not necessary.
Keep tire pressures correct
Underinflation of the tires can waste fuel
due to increased running resistance of the
tires. Keep your tires inflated to the cor-
rect pressure shown on the label on the
driver’s side door or the driver’s door
lock pillar.
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❒Do not idle the engine with any spark
plug wires disconnected or removed,
such as during diagnostic testing.
❒Do not idle the vehicle for prolonged
periods if idling seems rough or there
are other malfunctions.
❒Do not allow the fuel tank to get near
the empty level.
54G071S
Be careful where you park
and drive; the catalytic con-
verter and other exhaust components
can get very hot. As with any vehicle,
do not park or operate this vehicle
in areas where combustible materials
such as dry grass or leaves can come
in contact with a hot exhaust system.
WARNING
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SERVICE SCHEDULE PETROL VERSIONS
Service coupons shall be carried out every 15,000 km
Thousands of km
Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure if required
Check electric system operation headlights,
direction indicators, hazard lights, passenger compartment/
boot light, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)
Check windscreen wiper operation, adjust nozzles if required
Check windscreen blade position/wear
Check front disk brake pad wear conditions and brake
pad wear indicator operation
Check rear disk brake pad or shoes conditions and wear
Sight inspect conditions and integrity of: bodywork and
underbody protection, pipes (exhaust, fuel, brakes),
rubber parts (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.), brake and
fuel system hoses, axles and axle shafts
Top up fluids (engine coolant, brakes, clutch, battery,
windscreen washer, etc.)
Sight inspect accessory drive belt conditions
Check antievaporation system
Check and adjust handbrake lever stroke, if required
Check and adjust tappet clearance, if required
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SERVICE SCHEDULE DIESEL VERSIONS
Service coupons shall be carried out every 15,000 km
Thousands of km
Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure if required
Check electric system operation headlights,
direction indicators, hazard lights, passenger compartment/
boot light, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)
Check windscreen wiper operation, adjust nozzles if required
Check windscreen blade position/wear
Check front disk brake pad wear conditions and brake
pad wear indicator operation
Check rear disk brake pad or shoes conditions and wear
Sight inspect conditions and integrity of: bodywork and
underbody protection, pipes (exhaust, fuel, brakes),
rubber parts (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.), brake and
fuel system hoses, axles and axle shafts
Top up fluids (engine coolant, brakes, clutch, battery,
windscreen washer, etc.)
Sight inspect accessory drive belt conditions
Check and adjust handbrake lever stroke, if required
Check and adjust tappet clearance, if required
Check exhaust emissions/smoke
Check cleanness of bonnet and boot locks and
lever cleanness and lubrication
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