2008 FIAT ULYSSE max

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Do not warm up the engine by let-
ting it idle for a while before moving
off unless the outside temperature is
very low and, even in this case, only
do so for less than thirty seconds.
Do not install other heat shields and
do not remove those already fitted to
the catalytic converter and exhaust
pipe.Do not spray anything
on the Lambda sensor
and exhaust pipe.TOWING A TRAILER
IMPORTANT
The car must be fitted with a ho-
mologated tow hitch and suitable elec-
trical system for towing a caravan or
trailer.
To prevent damages to the electric
system of the car, it is recommended
to install a dedicated trailer electron-
ic control unit.
Have the tow hitch fitted by an ex-
pert who will issue specific documen-
tation for use on roads.
Fit special and/or additional rearview
mirrors in accordance with the High-
way Code.
Remember that towing a trailer
makes it harder for the car to climb
the maximum gradients specified, in-
creases braking and overtaking dis-
tance, proportionally to the overall
weight of the trailer.
Engage a low gear when driving down-
hill rather than constantly braking. When functioning nor-
mally the catalytic con-
verter develops high tem-
peratures. For this reason, do not
park the vehicle over inflamma-
ble material (grass, dry leaves,
pine needles, etc.): fire hazard.Failure to heed these
precautions could cause a
fire.

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The weight the trailer exerts on the
vehicle’s tow hitch coupling reduces
the vehicle’s payload capacity by the
same amount.
In order to be sure you are not ex-
ceeding the maximum towing weight
(shown in the vehicle’s registration pa-
pers) you have to take into account the
trailer’s weight fully laden including the
accessories and personal luggage.
Do not exceed the speed limits for
towing a trailer either abroad or at
home. In any case, do not exceed the
top speed of 100 km/h.WINTER TYRES
These tyres have been specifically de-
signed for use on snow and ice and
should be fitted in place of the exist-
ing tyres.
Use winter tyres of the same size as
the tyres provided with the car.
Fiat Dealershipwill be glad to of-
fer advice on the right type of tyres ac-
cording to your needs.
The performance of winter tyres is
greatly reduced when the depth of the
tread is less than 4 mm. In this situa-
tion it would be safer to have them re-
placed.
The ABS system does
not control the trailer
braking system. Particu-
lar care must therefore be taken
on slippery road surfaces.Under no circumstances
modify the vehicle’s brak-
ing system for trailer
braking control. The trailer’s
braking system must be com-
pletely independent of the vehi-
cle’s hydraulic system.

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The specific characteristics of the
winter tyres mean that under normal
driving conditions or when driving long
distances on motorways, their perfor-
mance is greatly reduced in compari-
son to those normally fitted to the car.
The use of these tyres should there-
fore be limited to the conditions for
which they were designed and certified.
IMPORTANTWhen using winter
tyres with a maximum speed rating
lower than the speed which can be
reached by the car (plus 5%), place a
suitable notice in the passenger com-
partment to inform the driver of the
top speed which the winter tyre can
run at (as per Directive CE).
All four tyres should be the same
(brand and track) to ensure greater
safety when driving, braking and cor-
nering.SNOW CHAINS
The use of snow chains is regulated
by the legislation in force in the coun-
try the car is driven in.
The chains may only be applied to
the front wheel (drive wheel) tyres.
Use only low profile chains (maxi-
mum 12 mm off the tyre).
We recommend using Lineaccessori
Fiat snow chains.
Check the tautness of the chains af-
ter driving some ten meters. The max speed for snow
tyres with “Q” marking is
160 km/h, 190 Km/h for
tyres with “T” marking and
210 Km/h for tyres with “H”
marking. The Road Traffic Code
speed limits must however be al-
ways strictly observed.
Remember not to invert the tyre di-
rection of rotation.

IN AN EMERGENCY
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Remove the blown fuse with the
tongs Cprovided.
If a main fuse (MIDI-
FUSE, MAXI-FUSE o
MEGA-FUSE) blows do
not repair it, but contact a Fiat
Dealership.FUSE LOCATION fig. 37-38-39
The fuses are contained in three
fuseboxes placed respectively:
– in the glove compartment; to ac-
cess it remove the protective cover A;
– in the scuttle on the floor in front
of the passenger’s seat, next to the
battery; to access it remove the pro-
tective cover B;
– in the engine compartment; to ac-
cess it remove the protective cover C. Never replace a broken
fuse with anything other
than a new fuse. Always
use a fuse of the same colour.Before changing a fuse
check the ignition key has
been removed and that
all the other electric devices have
been turned off/disabled.Never change a fuse
with another amperage:
FIRE RISK!
fig. 36
F0B0155b
If the fuse blows again,
have the car inspected at
a Fiat Dealership.

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The following MAXI-FUSES are also contained in this fusebox:
MAXI-FUSE
MAXI-FUSE
MAXI-FUSE
MAXI-FUSE
MAXI-FUSE
MAXI-FUSE
MAXI-FUSE
MAXI-FUSE 50A
50A
30A
60A
70A
30A
40A
50AElectric fan (second speed)
ABS, ESP
ESP electric fan
Main electronic control unit power supply 1
Main electronic control unit power supply 2
Electric fan (first speed)
Fiat CODE system
Climate control system additional fans

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ENGINE OIL fig. 3-4
Check engine oil with the car on lev-
el ground and while the engine is still
warm (approximately five minutes af-
ter stopping the engine).
Extract dipstick Aand clean it, then
fully insert it again and check that the
level is between the MINand MAX
reference lines on the dipstick.
The space between the MINand the
MAXreference corresponds to ap-
proximately one litre of oil.Do not add oil with dif-
ferent specifications from
the oil already in the en-
gine.If the engine is hot, be
very careful when you put
your hands under the
bonnet as you risk burning your-
self. Remember that when the
engine is hot, the fan can start up
and cause injuries.
fig. 3
F0B0164b
fig. 4 - Versions 2.2 JTD
F0B0601b

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If the oil level is near or even below
the MIN line, pour in oil through the
filler hole B, until it reaches the MAX
level.
IMPORTANTIf the oil results to
be over the MAX line, go to a Fiat
Dealershipand have the correct oil
level restored.
IMPORTANTAfter topping up or
changing the oil, let the engine turn for
a few seconds and wait a few minutes
after stopping it before you check the
level.
The oil level must never exceed the
MAX line.Used engine oil and re-
placed oil filters contain
substances which can
harm the environment. We rec-
ommend you have the vehicle
seen to at a Fiat Dealership for
the oil and filter change. It is suit-
ably equipped for disposing of
used oil and filters in an environ-
mentally-friendly way that com-
plies with the law. Engine oil consumption
The maximum oil consumption is ap-
proximately 400 grams every 1,000 km.
When the car is new, the engine
needs to run in, therefore the engine
oil consumption can only be consid-
ered stabilised after the first 5,000 -
6,000 km.
IMPORTANTOil consumption
depends on the driving style and the
conditions of use.

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Do not remove the
reservoir cap when the
engine is hot: you risk
scalding yourself. ENGINE COOLANT fig. 5-6Check coolant level when the engine
is cold. The level should be included
between the MINand MAXrefer-
ence line on the reservoir.If the level is low, loosen the header
tank cap Aand slowly pour a mixture
of the fluid specified in the ”Lubricant
and fluid specifications” table in sec-
tion “Technical Specifications”,
through the filler neck until nearing the
MAXmark.
The antifreeze mixture contained in
the cooling circuit guarantees protec-
tion down to –40°C.
fig. 5 - Versions 2.0 JTD 120 HP - 136 HP
F0B0444b
fig. 6 - Versions 2.2 JTD
F0B0602b