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STEERING
Steering wheel play “c”:
0 – 30 mm (0.0 – 1.2 in.)
Check the play of the steering wheel by
gently turning it from left to right and mea-
suring the distance that it moves before
you feel slight resistance. The play should
be between the specified values.
Check that the steering wheel turns eas-
ily and smoothly without rattling by turn-
ing it all the way to the right and to the left
while driving very slowly in an open area.
If the amount of free play is outside the
specification or you find anything else to
be wrong, an inspection must be per-
formed by your Fiat Dealership. PARKING BRAKE
Ratchet tooth specification “b”:
4th – 9th
Lever pull force (1):
200 N (20 kg, 44 lbs)
Check the parking brake for proper ad-
justment by counting the number of clicks
made by the ratchet teeth as you slowly
pull up on the parking brake lever to the
point of full engagement. The parking
brake lever should stop between the spec-
ified ratchet teeth and the rear wheels
should be securely locked. If the parking
brake is not properly adjusted or the
brakes drag after the lever has been fully
released, have the parking brake inspect-
ed and/ or adjusted by your Fiat Dealer-
ship.
54G109
“c”
80JM008
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IMPORTANT Replacing the original tires
with tires of a different size may result in
false speedometer or odometer readings.
Check with your Fiat Dealership before
purchasing replacement tires that differ in
size from the original tires.
IMPORTANT For 4-wheel drive (4WD)
models, replacing a tire with one of a dif-
ferent size, or using different brands
among the four tires can result in dam-
age to the drive train.
TIRE ROTATION
To avoid uneven wear of your tires and to
prolong their life, rotate the tires as illus-
trated. Tires should be rotated every
10,000 km (6,000 miles). After rotation,
adjust front and rear tire pressures to the
specification listed on your vehicle’s Tire
Information Label.
– Your Fiat is equipped with
tires which are all the same
type and size. This is important to en-
sure proper steering and handling of
the vehicle. Never mix tires of differ-
ent size or type on the four wheels of
your vehicle. The size and type of
tires used should be only those ap-
proved by Fiat as standard or op-
tional equipment for your vehicle.
– Replacing the wheels and tires
equipped on your vehicle with certain
combinations of aftermarket wheels
and tires can significantly change the
steering and handling characteristics
of your vehicle.
– Therefore, use only those wheel and
tire combinations approved by Fiat as
standard or optional equipment for
your vehicle.
WARNING
54G114
4-tire rotation
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(1)(2)
80JM123
(1)
(2)
80JM11480JM071
(3)
79JM025
Front turn signal light (1)
Front position light (2)
Front fog light
(for versions/markets, where provided)
NOTE To replace the bulb easily, turn the
steering wheel to the opposite side of the
replacing fog light.
❒ Insert a flat blade screwdriver into the
hole (2) and remove the clips (1) by twi-
st the driver as shown in the illustration.
❒ Remove the bolts (3).❒ Open the fender cover. Disconnect the
coupler with pushing the lock release.
❒ Turn the bulb holder counterclockwi-
se and remove it.
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2-WHEEL DRIVE (2WD)
MANUAL TRANSAXLE
Manual transaxle vehicles may be towed
using either of the following methods.
❒From the front, with the front wheels
lifted and the rear wheels on the
ground. Before towing, make sure that
the parking brake is released.
❒From the rear, with the rear wheels lift-
ed and the front wheels on the ground,
provided the steering and drivetrain are
in operational condition. Before tow-
ing, make sure that transaxle is in neu-
tral, the steering wheel is unlocked (the
ignition key should be in the “ACC” po-
sition), and the steering wheel is se-
cured with a clamping device designed
for towing service.
IMPORTANT The steering column is not
strong enough to withstand shocks trans-
mitted from the front wheels during tow-
ing. Always unlock the steering wheel be-
fore towing.
TOWING
If you need to have your vehicle towed,
contact a professional service. Your deal-
er can provide you with detailed towing
instructions.
IMPORTANT To help avoid damage to
your vehicle during towing, proper equip-
ment and towing procedures must be
used.
2- WHEEL DRIVE (2WD)
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
Automatic transaxle vehicles may be
towed using either of the following meth-
ods.
❒From the front, with the front wheels
lifted and the rear wheels on the
ground. Before towing, make sure that
the parking brake is released.
❒From the rear, with the rear wheels lift-
ed and a dolly under the front wheels.
IMPORTANT Towing your vehicle with
the front wheels on the ground can result
in damage to the automatic transaxle.4-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD)
Your vehicle should be towed under one
of the following conditions:
❒With all four wheels on a flat-bed truck.
❒With the front or rear wheels lifted and
a dolly under the other wheels.
❒If you can shift the 2WD/4WD switch
to the “2WD” mode, and if the steer-
ing and drive train are in good condi-
tion and the engine can be started, the
vehicle may also be towed according to
the instructions in the “Towing Your
Vehicle (recreational towing)” section.
IMPORTANT Towing your vehicle with
front and/or rear wheels on the ground
can result in damage to the automatic
transaxle and/or the 4WD drive system.
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ENGINE................................................................................... 250
FUEL FEED – IGNITION..................................................... 250
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS.......................................... 251
BULBS...................................................................................... 251
TRANSMISSION.................................................................... 252
BRAKES................................................................................... 252
SUSPENSIONS....................................................................... 252
STEERING ............................................................................... 252
WHEELS.................................................................................. 253
DIMENSIONS......................................................................... 253
WEIGHTS............................................................................... 254
PERFORMANCE................................................................... 254
CAPACITIES ........................................................................... 254
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BRAKES
Service brakes Front
Rear
Parking brake
Vacuum brake
SUSPENSIONS
Front
Rear
STEERING
Type
Minimum steering cycleDisc (Ø 280 mm - 11 in.)
Disc (Ø 280 mm - 11 in.)
Controlled by hand lever, it works on rear brakes
10”
Mc Pherson independent wheels
Bent twisting axle
Power steering, electric
11 m (433 in.)
TRANSMISSION
Drive 4WD
Clutch
Gearbox1.6 16V M/T
1.6 16V A/T
2.0 Multijet4-wheel drive, electronic-control self-locking differential
Dry single disc, Belleville washer, hydraulic control
5 forward gears + reverse
4 forward gears + reverse
6 forward gears + reverse
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– Inspection ........................................ 208
– Rotation........................................... 210
– Technical data................................ 253
Vehicle cleaning.................................. 242
Vehicle identification........................... 246
Vehicle loading and towing ......... 173-174
Ventilation.................................98-101-107
Warning and indicator lights ........... 74
Weights.................................................. 254
Wheels
– Changing .......................................... 212
– Technical data................................ 253
Windows
– Electric window controls............. 24
– Manual window controls ............. 24
Windshield defroster..............98-101-107
Windshield washer
– Control ............................................ 65
– Fluid.................................................. 201
Windshield wiper
– Blades............................................... 227
– Control ............................................ 65
2WD/4WD switch.......................92-159 Suspensions ........................................... 252
Symbols (battery)................................. 4
Tachometer ........................................ 83
Tailgate................................................... 23
Technical specifications...................... 249
Theft deterrent light ........................... 95
Thermometer....................................... 88
Tilt steering lock lever........................ 67
Tools...................................................... 144
Towing the vehicle
– Frame hooks................................... 143
– Instructions..............................174-179
Trailer towing....................................... 174
Transaxle (automatic) ......................... 156
– Changing oil .................................... 197
– Fluid level check............................. 196
– Specific fluid.................................... 196
Transaxle (manual).............................. 157
– Gear oil change .............................. 196
– Gearshift lever............................... 132
– Specification.................................... 195
– Using the transaxle........................ 157
Transmission......................................... 252
Trip meter............................................. 87
Turn signal............................................. 64
– Bulb replacement........................... 223
Tires
– Compact spare tire ....................... 211
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