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Thousands of kilometres
Check operation of engine management systems
(using diagnostic socket)
Replace accessory drive belt/s
Replace fuel filter
Replace air filter cartridge
Change engine oil and oil filter (Multijet versions without DPF)
(or every 24 months)
Change engine oil and oil filter
(Multijet versions with DPF) (**)
Change brake fluid (or every 24 months)
Replace pollen filter (or every 24 months)
(*) Regardless of the distance covered, the timing belt must be changed every 4 years for particularly demanding use (cold climates, city driving, long periods of
idling) or at least every 5 years.
(**) The engine oil and the filter must be replaced when the warning light on the dashboard comes on (see the “Warning lights and messages” section) or at least
every 24 months.
If the car is mainly used in towns and cities, change the engine oil and filter every 12 months.
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fig. 2 – 1.3 Multijet version
1.Engine oil
2. Engine coolant
3. Windscreen washer fluid
4. Brake fluid
5. Battery
6. Diesel filter
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If the oil level is close to or under MIN,
add oil through the filler neck A, until the
level reaches MAX.
The oil level should never exceed MAX.ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION
The maximum engine oil consumption is
usually 400 grams every 1,000 km.
During the initial period of usage for the
vehicle, the engine is bedding in therefore
the engine oil consumption may settle
down only after the first 5,000–6,000 km.
IMPORTANT The oil consumption de-
pends on driving style and the conditions
under which the car is used.
IMPORTANT After adding or changing
the oil, let the engine turn over for a few
seconds and wait a few minutes after turn-
ing it off before you check the level. ENGINE OIL fig. 3-4
Check the oil level a few minutes (about
5) after the engine has stopped, with the
car parked on level ground.
The oil level should be between the MIN
and MAXmarks on the dipstick B.
The gap between MINand MAXis equal
to around 1 litre of oil.
fig. 3 – 1.2 and 1.4 8V versions F0M0149mfig. 4 – 1.3 Multijet versionF0M0150m
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Replacing the windscreen
wiper blades fig. 9
How to remove the blade:
❒raise the windscreen wiper arm A;
❒rotate blade B90° around pin C, lo-
cated at the end of the wiper arm;
❒remove the blade from the pin C.
How to insert the blade:
❒fit pin Cinto the hole located in the
middle of the blade B;
❒lower the arm so the blade rests back
on the windscreen.
fig. 9F0M0161m
Changing the rear
window wiper blade fig. 10
Proceed as follows:
❒raise the cover Aand remove the arm
from the car by slackening the nut B
that fastens it to the pivot pin;
❒fit the new arm, positioning it correct-
ly, and fully tighten the nut;
❒lower the cover.
fig. 10F0M0162m
SPRAY NOZZLES
Windscreen washer fig. 11
If the jet is not coming out, firstly check
that there is fluid in the reservoir (see
“Checking levels” in this section).
Then check that the nozzle holes are not
clogged; use a needle to unblock them if
necessary.
fig. 11F0M0163m
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❒spraying protective plastic materials in
the most exposed areas: underdoor, in-
ner mudguard parts, edges, etc.;
❒using “open” boxed sections to prevent
condensation and pockets of moisture
from triggering rust inside.
BODY AND UNDERBODY
WARRANTY
Your car is covered by warranty against
perforation due to corrosion of any origi-
nal element of the structure or bodywork.
For the general terms of this warranty, re-
fer to your Warranty Booklet.
ADVICE FOR PRESERVING
THE BODYWORK
Paint
Paintwork does not only serve an aes-
thetic purpose, but also protects the un-
derlying sheet metal.
Touch up abrasions and scratches immedi-
ately to prevent the formation of rust. Use
only original paint products for touch-ups
(see “Bodywork paint identification” in the
“Technical specifications” section).
BODYWORK
PROTECTION FROM
ATMOSPHERIC AGENTS
The main causes of corrosion are the fol-
lowing:
❒atmospheric pollution;
❒salty air and humidity (coastal areas or
hot and humid climates);
❒seasonal environmental conditions.
The abrasive action of wind-borne at-
mospheric dust and sand, as well as mud
and gravel raised by other cars, should not
be underestimated either.
Fiat used the best manufacturing tech-
nologies on your car to effectively protect
the bodywork against corrosion.
These are the most important:
❒painting products and systems which
give the car particular resistance to cor-
rosion and abrasion;
❒use of galvanised (or pre-treated) steel
sheets with high resistance to corro-
sion;
❒spraying the underbody, engine com-
partment, wheelhouse internal parts
and other elements with highly protec-
tive wax-based products; Rear window washer fig. 12
The rear window washer jets are fixed.
The nozzle holder is located above the
rear window.
fig. 12F0M0164m
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Standard upkeep of the paintwork consists
of washing the vehicle: the frequency de-
pends on the conditions and environment
where the vehicle is used. For example, it
is advisable to wash the car more often in
areas with high atmospheric pollution or
on gritted roads.
To wash the car properly, proceed as fol-
lows:
❒if taking your car through an automat-
ic car wash, remove the aerial from the
roof;
❒wash the body using a low-pressure jet
of water;
❒use a sponge to wipe a slightly soapy so-
lution over the bodywork, frequently
rinsing the sponge;
❒rinse with plenty of water and dry with
a jet of air or a chamois leather.
Take particular care when drying the less
visible parts, such as the door, bonnet and
headlight frames, where water can stagnate
more easily. It is a good idea to leave the
car in the open for a while after washing
it to give time for the water to 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 substances that fall off many
species give the paint a dull appearance
and increase the possibility of triggering
rust processes.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings should be
washed off immediately and thoroughly
as the acid they contain is particularly
aggressive.Detergents pollute water. The
vehicle should be washed only
in areas equipped for collect-
ing and purifying the liquids
used in the washing process.
Windows
Use specific detergents to clean the win-
dows.
Also use clean cloths to avoid scratching
the glass or altering the transparency.
IMPORTANT Wipe the rear window
gently with a cloth in the direction of the
filaments to avoid damaging the heating
device.
Engine compartment
Wash the engine compartment thor-
oughly at the end of every winter. Be care-
ful not to direct the jet of water onto elec-
tronic control units. Adequately protect
the upper air vents to prevent damage to
the windscreen wiper motor. Have this
operation performed at a specialised
workshop.
IMPORTANT Washing should take place
with a cold engine and with the key at
STOP. After the wash, make sure that
the various protective devices (e.g. rubber
caps and guards) have not been removed
or damaged.
Front headlights
IMPORTANT Never use aromatic sub-
stances (e.g. petrol) or ketenes (e.g. ace-
tone) for cleaning the plastic lenses of the
front headlights.
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199A4000
350A1000
199A7000
199A2000
199B2000199BXA1A 01D
199BXB1A 03P
199BXH1A 20D
199BXC1A 05E
199BXC1A 05H (*)
199BXC1A 05G (❒)
199BXP1A 30F
199BXA1A 01C
199BXB1A 03C
199BXH1A 20
199BXC1A 05
199BXC1A 05C (*)
199BXC1A 05F (❒)
199BXP1A 30E
199AXA1A 00F
199AXB1A 02D
199AXH1A 19
199AXC1A 04
199AXC1A 04D (*)
199AXC1A 04F (❒)
199AXP1A 29E
199AXA1A 00G
199AXB1A 02E
199AXH1A 19B
199AXC1A 04C
199AXC1A 04E (*)
199AXC1A 04G (❒)
199AXP1A 29F
ENGINE CODES – BODYWORK VERSIONS
Version Engine type Engine type body version code
code 3 doors 5 doors
4 seats 5 seats 4 seats 5 seats
1.2
1.4
1.4 (Õ)
1.3 Multijet 75 HP
1.3 Multijet 70 HP(Õ)
(*) Version with DPF
(
❒) ECO versions 109 g CO2
(Õ) For versions/markets where provided
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Type code
Cycle
Number and layout of cylinders
Piston bore and stroke mm
Total capacity cm3
Compression ratio
Max power (EEC) kW
HP
corresponding speed rpm
Max torque (EEC) Nm
kgm
corresponding speed rpm
Spark plugs
Fuel
(Õ) For versions/markets where provided
1.3 Multijet 75 HP
199A2000
199B2000 (Õ)
Diesel
4 in line
69.6 × 82
1248
17,6:1
55
75/70 (
Õ)
4000
190
19,4
1750
–
Diesel for
motor vehicles
(EN590 specifications)
1.4
350A1000
199A7000 (Õ)
Otto
4 in line
72 × 84
1368
11,1:1
57
77/75 (
Õ)
6000
115
11,7
3000
NGK
ZKR7A-10
Unleaded petrol
95 RON
(Specification EN228)
1.2
199A4000
Otto
4 in line
70.8 × 78.86
1242
11,1:1
48
65
5500
102
10,4
3000
NGK
ZKR7A-10
Unleaded petrol
95 RON
(Specification EN228)
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