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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
If the air cleaner is clogged with dust, there
will be greater intake resistance, result-
ing in decreased power output and in-
creased fuel consumption.
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.
60A183S
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.
54G584S
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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AIR CLEANER
If the air cleaner is clogged with dust, there
will be greater intake resistance, result-
ing in decreased power output and in-
creased fuel consumption.
IMPORTANT Damage may result if the
washer motor is operated with no fluid in
the washer tank.
79J091
Front and rear (for versions/markets, where provided)WINDSHIELD WASHER
FLUID
Check windscreen washer fluid level in the
tank and if required top up with TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC35 diluted with wa-
ter, if necessary.
Do not use “antifreeze” so-
lution in the windshield
washer reservoir. This can severely
impair visibility when sprayed on the
windshield, and can also damage your
vehicle’s paint.
WARNING
Certain commercial addi-
tives for windscreen washers
are inflammable. The engine com-
partment contains hot components
which may set it on fire.
WARNING
Do not travel with the wind-
screen washer reservoir
empty: the windscreen washer is fun-
damental for improving visibility.
WARNING
(4)(5)
(1) (2)
(3)
(2)
79JF020
80JM067
For Gasoline Engine
Model
For Gasoline Engine
Model
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A A
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F F
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION.............................................. 246
FUEL CONSUMPTION - CO
2EMISSIONS.................... 247
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FUEL CONSUMPTION - CO2EMISSIONS
According to European Directive in force. M/T: Manual transaxle 2WD: 2-wheel drive
A/T: Automatic transaxle 4WD: 4-wheel drive
1.6 16V2.0 Multijet
1.6 L 2WD 1.6 L 4WD 2.0 L 2WD 2.0 L 4WD
Urban (L/100km) M/T 7.9 8.2 6.4 7.0
(L/100km) A/T 9.2 – – –
Extra-urban (L/100km) M/T 5.2 5.5 4.4 4.6
(L/100km) A/T 5.9 – – –
Combined (L/100km) M/T 6.2 6.5 5.1 5.4
CO2(g/km) M/T 143 149 134 142
(L/100km) A/T 7.2 – – –
CO2(g/km) A/T 165 – – –
NOTE As these data are obtained under certain specific conditions, actual fuel consumption of your vehicle will be different from
these data.
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4,115 (162.0)
1,755 (69.1)
1,620 (63.8)
2,500 (98.4)
1,495 (58.9)
1,495 (58.9)
190 (7.5)
270/6704,115 (162.0)
1,755 (69.1)
1,620 (63.8)
2,500 (98.4)
1,495 (58.9)
1,495 (58.9)
190 (7.5)
270/6704,115 (162.0)
1,755 (69.1)
1,620 (63.8)
2,500 (98.4)
1,495 (58.9)
1,495 (58.9)
190 (7.5)
270/6704,115 (162.0)
1,755 (69.1)
1,620 (63.8)
2,500 (98.4)
1,495 (58.9)
1,495 (58.9)
190 (7.5)
270/670
DIMENSIONS 1.6 16V2.0 Multijet
Unit: mm (in.)
2WD 4WD 2WD 4WD
Overall length
Overall width
Overall height
Wheelbase
Track Front
Rear
Ground clearance (Standard A)
Boot volume dm3
WHEELS
Tyre size 205/60 R16
Rim size 16 x 6J
Tyre pressures Tyre inflation pressure values are specified on the label located on the driver’s door post.
When loaded up to 4 people, Eco Tire Pressure as listed below is recommended to achieve
the smallest amount of fuel consumption possible.
Front 280 kPa (2.80 kg/cm², 40 psi) - Rear 260 kPa (2.60 kg/cm², 38 psi)
NOTE If loading over 4 people, follow the specified tire pressure listed on the Tire Information
Label.
Recommended snow chains Radial/Axial thickness:
Recommended snow tire 195/65 R15, 205/60 R16
Wheel geometry Toe-in, front
Camber angle, front
2WD
4WD
Caster angle, front
2WD
4WD10 mm (0.39 in.)
1 ± 1 mm (0.0393 ± 0.0393 in.)
− 0° 23’ ± 1°
− 0° 10’ ± 1°
3° 40’ ± 2°
3° 32’ ± 2°
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– Level check ..................................... 192
– Oil life monitoring......................... 89
– Specifications.................................. 191
Engine oil filter (change)..................... 194
Engine oil life monitoring ................... 89
ESP (Electronic Stability
Program)......................................92-164
Exhaust gas............................................ 150
External lights................................63-222
Fiat CODE (Immobilizer system) .... 11
Frame hooks........................................... 143
Front fog lights ........................................ 91
Fuel
– Average fuel consumption
(gauge)................................................ 87
– Capacities/refuelling...................10-254
– Consumption.................................... 247
– Driving range .................................... 88
– Fuel filter ............................................ 204
– Fuel filler cap ..................................... 132
– Fuel gauge .......................................... 84
– Fuel recommendation.................... 10
– Improving fuel economy ................ 168
– Instantaneous fuel consumption
(gauge).................................................... 85
Fuses.......................................................... 215
Gear oil
– Changing .......................................... 196– Level check ..................................... 195
– Specifications.................................. 195
Gearshift lever...................................... 132
General information............................ 245
Glove box.............................................. 94
Hazard warning lights ....................... 91
Head restraints..................................... 30
Headlight levelling switch ................... 94
Headlights
– Bulb replacement........................... 222
– Headlight levelling switch............. 94
Heated rear window........................... 93
Heating and air conditioning system .. 96
– Air outlet......................................... 96
– Automatic heating and air
conditioning system
(Climate Control).......................... 104
– Heating system............................... 97
– Maintenance.............................110-230
– Manual heating and air
conditioning system...................... 100
Horn ....................................................... 68
Identification data .............................. 246
Ignition switch ...................................... 58
Information display.............................. 85
Inspection and maintenance .............. 183
– Maintenance schedule................... 185
– Severe driving conditions............. 190 – Keyless Start system..................... 15
– Opening/closing............................. 12
Drive belt (servicing).......................... 191
Driving tips............................................ 169
– Driving on hills ............................... 170
– Driving on slippery roads ............ 171
– Highway driving.............................. 170
Emergency service ............................ 231
Engine
– Air cleaner ...................................... 201
– Engine coolant ................................ 198
– Engine oil and filter........................ 191
– If the engine is flooded................. 236
– If the engine overheats ................. 236
– If the starter does not operate... 236
– Jump starting................................... 233
– Oil consumption ............................ 151
– Serial number................................. 246
– Spark plugs...................................... 202
– Starting............................................. 152
– Technical specifications ................ 249
– Temperature gauge ....................... 85
Engine coolant ...................................... 198
Engine coolant temperature gauge .. 85
Engine hood .......................................... 140
Engine oil
– Changing oil and filter................... 193
– Consumption.................................. 151
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