2009 FIAT SEDICI fuel type

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Gasoline/Ethanol blends
Blends of unleaded gasoline and ethanol
(grain alcohol), also known as gasohol, are
commercially available in some areas.
Blends of this type may be used in your ve-
hicle if they are no more than 10%
ethanol. Make sure this gasoline- ethanol
blend has octane ratings no lower than
those recommended for gasoline.
Gasoline/Methanol blends
Blends of unleaded gasoline and methanol
(wood alcohol) are also commercially avail-
able in some areas. DO NOT USE fuels
containing more than 5% methanol under
any circumstances. Fuel system damage or
vehicle performance problems resulting
from the use of such fuels are not the re-
sponsibility of Fiat and may not be covered
under the New Vehicle Warranty. Fuels containing 5% or less methanol may
be suitable for use in your vehicle if they
contain cosolvents and corrosion in-
hibitors.
NOTE If you are not satisfied with the dri-
veability or fuel economy of your vehicle
when you are using a gasoline/ alcohol
blend, you should switch back to unlead-
ed gasoline containing no alcohol.
IMPORTANT Be careful not to spill fuel
containing alcohol while refueling. If fuel is
spilled on the vehicle body, wipe it up im-
mediately. Fuels containing alcohol can
cause paint damage, which is not covered
under the New Vehicle Limited Warran-
ty.
DIESEL ENGINE
The diesel fuel should be with Cetane In-
dex higher than 50 and sulfur content less
than 50 ppm (parts per million). You
should use the diesel fuel conformable to
EN590 that corresponded to Euro V emis-
sion control. Do not use marine diesel fu-
el, heating oils and so forth. If you use im-
proper diesel fuel, it may cause serious en-
gine damage.
FUEL
RECOMMENDATION
GASOLINE ENGINE
If your vehicle is not fitted with a restrictor
in the fuel filler pipe then you may use lead-
ed or unleaded gasoline with an octane
number (RON) of 85 or higher.
Note, it is preferable to use unleaded gaso-
line.
If your vehicle is fitted with a restrictor
in the fuel filler pipe then you mustuse
unleaded gasoline with an octane number
(RON) of 91 or higher (or RON of 95 or
higher if it is stated on the fuel filler lid).
These vehicles are also identified by a la-
bel attached near the fuel filler pipe that
states: “UNLEADED FUEL ONLY”,
“NUR UNVERBLEITES BENZIN”, “EN-
DAST BLYFRI BENSIN” or “SOLO
GASOLINA SIN PLOMO”.
If the “RON 95” label is attached, you
must use unleaded gasoline with an octane
number (RON) of 95 or higher.
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IMPORTANT The vehicle must only be
filled with diesel fuel for motor vehicles,
in compliance with European Standard
EN590. The use of other products or mix-
tures may irreparably damage the engine
with invalidation of the warranty due to
the damage caused. In the event of acci-
dentally filling with another type of fuel, do
not start the engine and empty the tank.
If the engine has been run even for only a
very short time, in addition to the tank,
it is also necessary to drain out the whole
fuel circuit.
IMPORTANT The fuel tank has an air
space to allow for fuel expansion in hot
weather. If you continue to add fuel after
the filler nozzle has automatically shut off
or an initial blowback occurs, the air
chamber will become full. Exposure to
heat when fully fuelled in this manner will
result in leakage due to fuel expansion. To
prevent such fuel leakage, stop filling af-
ter the filler nozzle has automatically shut
off, or when using an alternative non au-
tomatic system, initial vent blowback oc-
curs.
Do not put naked flames or
lighted cigarettes near the
fuel filler hole as there is a danger of
fire. Do not bend too close to the hole
either so as not to breathe in harmful
vapours.
WARNING
Fiat CODE - Immobilizer System
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This system is designed to help prevent
vehicle theft by electronically disabling the
engine starting system.
The engine can be started only with your
vehicle’s original immobilizer ignition key
which has an electronic identification code
programmed into it. The key communi-
cates the identification code to the vehi-
cle when the key is turned to the “ON”
position. If you need to make spare keys,
see your Fiat Dealership. The vehicle must
be programmed with the correct identi-
fication code for the spare keys. A key
made by an ordinary locksmith will not
work.
KEYS
Your vehicle comes with a pair of identi-
cal keys. Keep the spare key in a safe place.
One key can open all of the locks on the
vehicle.
The key identification number is stamped
on a metal tag provided with the keys or
on the keys. Keep the tag (for versions/
markets, where provided) in a safe place.
If you lose your keys, you will need this
number to have new keys made.
IMPORTANT All the keys and the metal
tag must be handed over to the new own-
er when selling the vehicle.
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FUEL FILLER CAP
The fuel filler cap is located on the left rear
side of the vehicle. The fuel filler lid can be
unlocked by pulling up the opener lever lo-
cated on the outboard side of the driver’s
seat and locked by simply closing the lid.
GEARSHIFT LEVER
Your vehicle is equipped with either a
manual transaxle or automatic transaxle.
The gearshift lever for each transaxle type
is shown in the illustrations. For details on
how to use the transaxle, refer to “Using
the Transaxle” in the “OPERATING
YOUR VEHICLE” section.
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80J2033
Remove the fuel filler cap
slowly. The fuel may be un-
der pressure and may spray out, caus-
ing injury.
WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flam-
mable. Do not smoke when
refueling, and make sure there are no
open flames or sparks in the area.
WARNING
Manual transaxle: to change
gears properly you must
push the clutch pedal fully down. It is
therefore essential that there is noth-
ing under the pedals: make sure the
mats are lying flat and do not get in
the way of the pedals.
WARNING
IMPORTANT Do not drive with your
hand resting on the gear lever as the force
exerted, even if slight, could lead over time
to premature wear on the gearbox inter-
nal components.
5-speed manual transaxle (for Gasoline engine)
77J021Automatic transaxle
6-speed manual transaxle (for Diesel engine)
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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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R Iridium plug
(Highly recommended)
Nickel plug
(Standard type)
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NOTE If your engine is equipped with the
hightension cord type ignition wiring and
you experience some firing problem of
spark plugs, such as, hard engine- starting,
misfire etc., the cause may be located not
only on spark plugs but also on deterio-
rated ignition wirings (generally, used for
more than 80,000 km or five years). If
spark plug replacement does not solve the
problem, have the ignition wiring and oth-
er ignition system inspected by your Fiat
Dealership.FUEL FILTER
(Diesel engine)
The fuel filter works as a water sedimen-
tor as well.
Drain water when the fuel filter warning
light comes on. To drain water:
❒Place a pan or ample rag under the fu-
el filter drain nozzle.
❒Loosen the drain knob (1). The water
will be drained.
❒Tighten the drain knob when the water
changes to the diesel fuel.
❒Tighten the drain knob.
(1)
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
NOTE Technical specifications are subject to change M/T: Manual transaxle 2WD: 2-wheel drive
without notice A/T: Automatic transaxle 4WD: 4-wheel drive
ENGINE 1.6 16V2.0 Multijet
Code - type
Number and layout of cylinders
Piston bore and stroke
Total displacement
Compression ratio
Maximum power (EEC) kW
HP
corresponding ratio rpm
Maximum torque (EEC) Nm
kgm
corresponding ratio rpm
Fuel
FUEL FEED - IGNITION 1.6 16V2.0 Multijet
Fuel feed
Ignition
Modifications or repairs to the fuel feed system that are not carried out properly or do not take the system’s
technical specifications into account can cause malfunctions leading to the risk of fire.
WARNING
M16A (DOHC) - Euro 5
4 in line
78.0 x 83.0 mm (3.07 x 3.27 in.)
1,598 cm
3(97.5 cu. in)
10.5 : 1
88
120
6,000
156
15.9
4,400
Unleaded petrol 95 RON
(Specification EN228)D20AA - Euro 5
4 in line
83.0 x 90.4 mm (3.27 x 3.56 in.)
1,956 cm3(119.3 cu. in)
16.5 : 1
99.2
135
3,500
320
32.6
1,500
Diesel fuel for motor vehicles
(Specification EN590)
MPI electronic injection
Electronic Single SparkDirect injection with electronically
controlled Multijet Common Rail
Compression
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Mirrors
– Defroster......................................... 93
– Electric mirrors.............................. 28
– Inside rearview mirror ................. 27
– Outside rearview mirror ............. 27
MP3/WMA Player ................................ 119
Odometer ........................................... 87
Operating your vehicle....................... 149
Original spare parts............................. 2
Other controls and equipment......... 129
Parking brake lever ........................... 130
Parking lights ......................................... 63
Pedals..................................................... 131
Performance ......................................... 254
Pretensioners for seat belts .............. 45
Radio antenna...................................... 147
Rear door.............................................. 23
Rear fog light......................................... 64
Rear window washer
– Switch............................................... 66
Rear window wiper
– Blades............................................... 229
– Control ............................................ 66
Recirculated air.............................100-104
Refuelling/Capacities....................10-254
Remote audio controls....................... 126
Roof rails or roof rack anchors ........ 147
Running-in.............................................. 167
Seat back pocket ................................ 145
Seat belts............................................... 31
– Height adjuster............................... 36
– Pretensioners................................. 45
– Seat belt hangers............................ 36
– Seat belt inspection....................... 37
– Seat belt reminder (S.B.R.) .......... 35
– Use.................................................... 33
– Warnings......................................... 31
Seats
– Front (adjustment) ........................ 29
– Front seat heater........................... 139
– Seat back pocket............................ 145
Service station guide........................... 3
Shopping hook...................................... 145
Snow chains .......................................... 171
Spare tire........................................144-211
Spark plugs............................................ 202
Speedometer........................................ 84
Spot light................................................ 138
Starting the engine............................... 152
– If the engine is flooded................. 236
– If the starter does not operate... 236
– Jump starting................................... 233
Steering.................................................. 207
Steering column controls................... 57
Sun visors .............................................. 137
Supplement (declaration
of conformity).................................... 255 Instrument cluster............................... 73
– Meter illumination (control) ....... 90
Instrument panel.............................71-72
Interior light.......................................... 138
Isofix type child restraint system
(installation)..................................41-42
Jack ......................................................... 144
Jacking instructions.............................. 232
Jump starting instructions .................. 233
Keys ....................................................... 11
– Battery replacement..................... 20
– Keyless Entry.................................. 18
Keyless Entry System.......................... 18
Keyless Start System........................... 15
Luggage compartment
– Luggage compartment cover....... 146
– Luggage compartment light ......... 146
– Luggage restraint loops ................ 145
Main beam headlights ........................ 63
– Bulb replacement........................... 222
Maintenance (programmed) .............. 183
– Maintenance schedule................... 185
– Severe driving conditions............. 190
Manual heating and air conditioning
system.................................................. 100
– Maintenance............................108-230
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