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FUEL FILTER WARNING LIGHT
(for Diesel Engine Model)
60A541
This light comes on for several seconds
when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position so you can check that light
is working.
If the light comes on when driving, there
is a possibility to have water in the fuel
filter. Drain water as soon as possible. For
details of draining water, refer to “Fuel Fil-
ter” in the “INSPECTION AND MAIN-
TENANCE” section.
IMPORTANT The presence of water in
the fuel circuit may cause serious damage
to the entire injection system and cause
irregular engine operation. If the warning
light turns on contact Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible to have the system re-
lieved. If the above indications come on
immediately after refuelling, water has
probably been poured into the tank: turn
the engine off immediately and contact
Fiat Dealership. FIAT CODE SYSTEM LIGHT
(IMMOBILIZER)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
65D239
When the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position, this light comes on to let
you know the light is working.
If this light blinks with the ignition switch
turned to “ON”, the engine will not start.
NOTE If this light blinks, turn the ignition
switch to the “LOCK” position, then turn
it back to the “ON” position. If the light
still blinks with the ignition switch turned
to the “ON” position, there may be some-
thing wrong with the immobilizer system.
Ask to you Fiat Dealership to inspect the
system.
54G345
OVERHEAT INDICATOR LIGHT
(for Diesel Engine Model)
This light comes on for several seconds
when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position so you can check that light
is working.
If this light comes on while driving, it may
mean engine overheat. Refer to “Tem-
perature Gauge/Overheat Indicator Light”
section.
GLOW PLUG INDICATOR LIGHT
(for Diesel Engine Model)
60A534
If the coolant temperature is cool enough,
this light comes on when the ignition
switch is turned on and goes out when the
glow plug is heated enough for engine
starting.
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This light comes on when the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position, and
goes out when the engine is started.
If this light comes on while driving, the
power steering system may not work
properly. Have the system inspected by
your Fiat Dealership.
NOTE If the power steering system does
not work properly, you will feel heavier
to steer but you still will be able to steer. ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
LIGHT
(for versions/markets, where provided)
LOW FUEL WARNING LIGHT
54G391
This light remains on until all doors (in-
cluding the rear door) are completely
closed.
If any door (including the tailgate) is open
when the vehicle is moving, a ding sounds
to remind you to close all doors com-
pletely.
54G343
If this light comes on, fill the fuel tank im-
mediately. OPEN DOOR WARNING LIGHTWhen this light comes on, a ding sounds
once to remind you to fill the fuel. If you
do not fill the fuel, a ding sounds every
time when the ignition switch is turned to
“ON”.
NOTE The activation point of this light
varies depending on road conditions (for
example, slope or curve) and driving con-
ditions because of fuel moving in the tank. DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER
WARNING LIGHT
(for Diesel Engine Model)
64J244
This light comes on for several seconds
when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position so you can check that light
is working.
If the light comes on when driving, the
diesel particulate filter is nearly clogged.
To regenerate the diesel particulate filter,
you must drive the vehicle until the light
goes out, at a speed of 50 km/h (31 mph)
or higher for a while (max. 30 minutes de-
pending on the vehicle speed).
If you drive your vehicle until the light goes
out, the regeneration of the diesel partic-
ulate filter will be completed.
For details, refer to “Diesel Particulate Fil-
ter” in the “OPERATING YOUR VEHI-
CLE” section.
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STARTING A COLD ENGINE
(For Gasoline Engine Model)
With your foot off the accelerator pedal,
crank the engine by turning the ignition
key to “START”. Release the key when
the engine starts.
IMPORTANT
Stop turning the starter immediately af-
ter the engine has started or the starter
system can be damaged.
Do not crank the engine for more than
15 seconds at a time. If the engine does-
n’t start on the first try, wait about 15
seconds before trying again.
If the engine does not start after 15 sec-
onds of cranking, wait about 15 seconds,
then press down the accelerator pedal to
1/3 of its travel and try cranking the en-
gine again. Release the key and accelera-
tor pedal when the engine starts.
If the engine still does not start, try hold-
ing the accelerator pedal all the way to the
floor while cranking. This should clear the
engine if it is flooded.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE
(for Diesel Engine Model)
Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” po-
sition and wait until the glow plug indica-
tor goes out if it comes on. Crank the en-
gine by turning the ignition key to
“START”. Release the key when the en-
gine starts.IMPORTANT
The starter is allowed to crank the
engine up to 30 seconds. If the engine
failed to start, wait 15 seconds, then
restart cranking. Even if the third
trial failed, consult authorized Fiat
Dealership.
If the engine is started after long time
parking at extremely cold atmosphere
such as the ambient temperature is be-
low –20°C, release ignition key from
start position and stop cranking after
confirming the engine speed increase
around 800 to 1000 rpm.
STARTING WARM ENGINE
Crank the engine by turning the ignition
key to “START”. Release the key when
the engine starts.
CAUTION WHEN STOPPING
THE ENGINE WITH
TURBOCHARGER
When stopping the engine after climbing or
high speed driving, let the engine idle for
about one minute or more (if it is not pro-
hibited) to cool down the turbocharger and
engine oil. This is to prevent the engine oil
from over-deteriorating. Deteriorated en-
gine oil will damage the bearings of the tur-
bocharger.RESTARTING D20AA DIESEL
ENGINE AFTER FUEL-EMPTY
STOP
The engine stops if the engine feels fuel
emptiness. To restart the engine, stop the
vehicle, hold the ignition key in “ON” po-
sition for 5 – 10 seconds to feed fuel, then
perform above engine starting procedure.
DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER
The diesel particulate filter filters off the
soot particles in the exhaust gas, so the
diesel particulate filter could get clogged
depending on the driving condition. The
diesel particulate filter is cleaned by the
regenerating function that combusts the
soot particles in the diesel particulate fil-
ter by raising the exhaust gas temperature
during driving or idling.
When a certain amount of soot particles
is accumulated in the diesel particulate fil-
ter, the diesel particulate filter will regen-
erate automatically to avoid clogging the
filter.
When the regeneration of the diesel par-
ticulate filter that started during driving
continues in idling, the engine revolutions
will increase by about 100 rpm and the ra-
diator fan will operate. Therefore, you
may hear a little louder engine sounds (in-
cluding the fan sounds) and/or the exhaust
gas temperature could be higher due to
combustion of the soot particles.
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NOTE When you drive or idle your ve-
hicle, white smoke may be emitted de-
pending on the grade of fuel used. This is
due to the particle filter regenerating au-
tomatically, and does not affect the way
the vehicle runs.If the diesel particulate filter warning light
comes on when driving, the diesel partic-
ulate filter is nearly clogged. You should
regenerate the diesel particulate filter
when the diesel particulate filter warning
light comes on. To regenerate the diesel
particulate filter, you must drive the ve-
hicle until the light goes out, at a speed
of 50 km/h (31 mph) or higher for a while
(max. 30 minutes depending on the vehi-
cle speed).
However, you should drive carefully and
within the legal speed limit, and should
take in to consideration the surrounding
traffic conditions.
If you drive your vehicle until the light goes
out, the regeneration of the diesel partic-
ulate filter will be completed.
IMPORTANT Be sure to regenerate the
diesel particulate filter when the Diesel
Particulate Filter warning light comes on.
Failure to regenerate the diesel particu-
late filter will cause the vehicle malfunc-
tion due to the clogged filter.VEHICLE WITH KEYLESS
START SYSTEM
The ignition switch can be operated with-
out using an ignition key when the remote
controller is in an area of the vehicle oth-
er than the rear luggage area. To turn the
ignition switch, first push in the switch.
64J244
Diesel Particulate Filter warning
light
Keep away from the exhaust
pipe when the engine is run-
ning. If the diesel particulate filter is
regenerating, the exhaust gas tem-
perature could be higher.
WARNING
56KN082
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE................................................. 185
SERVICE SCHEDULE – PETROL VERSIONS ..................... 186
SERVICE SCHEDULE – DIESEL VERSIONS........................ 188
MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDED UNDER SEVERE
DRIVING CONDITIONS......................................................... 190
DRIVE BELT.................................................................................. 191
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER...................................................... 191
GEAR OIL...................................................................................... 195
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (AT) FLUID ........................... 196
ENGINE COOLANT................................................................. 198
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID............................................ 201
AIR CLEANER.............................................................................. 201
SPARK PLUGS (Gasoline engine)........................................... 202
FUEL FILTER (Diesel engine).................................................... 204
BRAKES.......................................................................................... 205
STEERING ..................................................................................... 207
CLUTCH PEDAL........................................................................ 208
TIRES ............................................................................................... 208
BATTERY....................................................................................... 213
FUSES .............................................................................................. 215
BULB REPLACEMENT............................................................... 221
WINDSCREEN - REAR WINDOW WASHER/WIPERS 227
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM............................................. 230
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Check cleanliness of locks, bonnet and boot, and cleanliness
and lubrication of linkages
Replace spark plugs (replace iridium spark plugs
every 105,000 km) or every 7 years
Change engine oil and oil filter
Check air cleaner conditions
Replace air filter cartridge
Change engine coolant
Replace auxiliary drive belt
Sight inspect fuel tank conditions
Check manual transaxle gear oil level
Check automatic transaxle gear oil level
Change manual transaxle gear oil
Change automatic transaxle gear oil
Check transmission unit oil level (4x4 version)
Check rear differential oil level (4x4 version)
Change rear differential oil (4x4 version)
(just the first time at 15,000 km)
Check suspension operation
Check steering system
Check engine management system operation
(via diagnostic socket)
Change brake and clutch fluid (or every 2 years)
Replace pollen filter (or every 2 years)
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Change engine oil and oil filter (DPF versions) (**)
Check air cleaner conditions
Replace air filter cartridge
Change engine coolant
Replace auxiliary drive belt
Replace timing belt (*)
Replace fuel filter (or every 4 years)
Sight inspect fuel tank conditions
Check manual transaxle gear oil level
Change manual transaxle gear oil
Check transmission unit oil level (4x4 version)
Check rear differential oil level (4x4 version)
Change rear differential oil (4x4 version)
(just the first time at 15,000 km)
Check suspension operation
Check steering system
Check engine management system operation
(via diagnostic socket)
Change brake and clutch fluid (or every 2 years)
Replace pollen filter (or every 2 years)
(*) Regardless of the number of kilometres covered, the timing belt should be replaced every 4 years for particularly demanding use
(cold climates, driving in the city, idling for a long time) or in any case every 5 years.
(**) The engine oil and oil filter should be changed when the warning light on the dashboard comes on, or every 2 years.
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MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDED UNDER SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS
If the vehicle is usually used under the conditions corresponding to any severe condition code given below, it is recommended that
applicable maintenance operation be performed at the particular interval as given in the chart below.
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HTrailer towing (if admitted)
Maintenance Operation
IInspect and correct or replace if necessary
RReplace or Change
NOTE 4WD: 4-wheel drive Severe condition code
ARepeated short trips
BDriving on rough and/or muddy roads
CDriving on dusty roads
DDriving in extremely cold weather and/or salted roads
ERepeated short trips in extremely cold weather
FLeaded fuel use
Severe Condition Code
B C D
A D
A C D E F H
A C D E H
A B C E F H
C
B E H
B C D H
B D E H
B E H
C D
Maintenance Interval
Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 months
Every 45,000 km (27,000 miles) or 36 months
Every 36 months
Every 7,500 km (4,500 miles) or 6 months
Every 7,500 km (4,500 miles) or 6 months
Every 30,000 km (18,000 miles) or 24 months
Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or 8 months
Every 2,500 km (1,500 miles)
Every 30,000 km (18,000 miles) or 24 months
Every 30,000 km (18,000 miles) or 24 months
Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 months
Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 months
First time only:
15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 months
Second time and after:
Every 30,000 km (18,000 miles) or 24 months
reckoning from 0 km (0 mile) or 0 month
Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 months
Every 45,000 km (27,000 miles) or 36 months Maintenance
Engine accessory drive belt (V-rib belt)
Camshaft timing belt (Diesel engine)
Engine oil and oil filter (Gasoline engine)
Engine oil and oil filter (Diesel engine)
Spark plugs
Air cleaner filter element
(Inspect or replace more frequently if necessary)
Automatic transaxle fluid change
Wheel bearings
Drive axle boots/Propeller shaft (4WD)
Manual transaxle oil/Transfer oil (4WD)
Differential oil (4WD)
Air conditioner filter element (for versions/markets, where provided)
(Clean more frequently if the air flow from the air conditioner
decreases)Maintenance
Operation
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(Highly recommended)
Nickel plug
(Standard type)
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