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RAISING THE VEHICLE
If the vehicle needs to be lifted, go to a Fiat Dealership
which is equipped with arm hoists or workshop lifts.
The vehicle must only be raised laterally by placing the
ends of the arms or workshop lift in the areas shown in
fig. 216.
Do not start the engine whilst the
vehicle is being towed.
WARNING
Before towing, switch off the steering lock
(see „Starting device“ paragraph under the
„Dashboard and controls“ chapter). The brake
servo and power steering will not work while the
vehicle is being towed. More effort on the brake
pedal and steering wheel will therefore be
required. Do not use flexible cables when towing
and avoid jerky movements. During towing
operations, make sure that the fastened joint does
not damage adjoining components. When towing
the vehicle comply with the specific rules of the
Highway Code regarding both the towing device
and the behaviour to maintain on the road.
WARNING
TOWING THE VEHICLE
The vehicle is equipped with two rings for attaching the
tow hook.
The front ring is located in the tool box beneath the
passenger side seat. On versions with Fix&Go kit and
without spare wheel, the tool box is available only on
request for versions/markets where provided. In the
absence of the tool box the vehicle tow hook is housed
in the on-board documentation container, together with
the Owner Handbook.
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SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct servicing is essential for ensuring long vehicle
life under the best conditions.
This is why Fiat has planned a series of checks and
maintenance operations every 40,000/45,000 km.
The scheduled maintenance programme does not,
however, cover all the vehicle requirements; during the
initial period, before the 40,000/45,000 kilometre
service and later on, between services, routine
operations must be carried out like systematically
checking and topping up fluid levels, checking the tyre
inflation pressure, etc.IMPORTANT Scheduled Servicing coupons are specified
by the Manufacturer. Failure to have them carried out
may invalidate the warranty.
Schedule servicing can be carried out by any Fiat
Dealership, at pre-established times.
If there is a need for further replacements or repairs
during any operation in addition to those planned, prior
consent of the Customer must be obtained first.
IMPORTANT It is advisable to contact a Fiat Dealership
in the event of any minor operating failure, without
waiting for the next service coupon.
If your vehicle is used frequently for trailer towing, the
interval between scheduled maintenance services must
be reduced.
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Thousands of kilometres 40 80 120 160 200
Replace air filter cartridge (▼)
Check and top up, if required, fluid levels
(engine coolant, brake fluid, windscreen washer fluid, battery fluid, etc);
Replace auxiliary drive belt
Check engine management system operation (through diagnosis outlet)
Change brake fluid (or every 24 months)
Replace pollen filter (or every 24 months)
(*) The engine oil and the filter must be changed when the instrument panel warning light comes on (see “Warning lights and
Messages” chapter) and in any case every 2 years.
If the vehicle is driven mainly in towns, change engine oil and filter every 12 months.
If the vehicle is mostly used in one of the following particularly harsh conditions:
❒trailer or caravan towing;❒dusty roads;❒short distances (less than 7-8 km) and with external temperatures below zero;❒frequently idling engine or long distance low speed driving (e.g. taxis or door-to-door deliveries) or in the case of long
term inactivity;
❒urban driving;
maintenance services must be carried out every 30,000 km.
(▼) If the vehicle is equipped with a special air filter for dusty areas:
– every 20,000 km check and clean filter;
– every 40,000 km replace filter.
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DEMANDING VEHICLE USE
If the vehicle is mostly used in one of the following
particularly harsh conditions:
❒trailer or caravan towing;
❒dusty roads;
❒short distances (less than 7-8 km) and with external
temperatures below zero;
❒frequently idling engine or long distance low speed
driving (e.g. taxis or door-to-door deliveries) or in
the case of long term inactivity;
❒urban driving;
the following checks must be carried out more often
than indicated in the Scheduled Servicing Plan:
❒check front disc brake pad conditions and wear;
❒check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks and lever
cleanliness and lubrication;
❒visually inspect the conditions of: engine, gearbox,
transmission, pipes and tubes (exhaust – fuel
– brakes), rubber parts (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.);
❒check battery charge and liquid level (electrolyte);
❒visual check on various drive belt conditions;
❒check pollen filter and replace it, if required;
❒check air cleaner and replace it, if required.
PERIODIC CHECKS
Every 1,000 km or before long journeys, check and, if
necessary, top-up the following:
❒engine coolant fluid level;
❒brake fluid level;
❒windscreen washer fluid level;
❒tyre pressure and conditions;
❒operation of lights (headlights, direction indicators,
hazard lights, etc.);
❒operation of the windscreen wiper/washer system,
position and wear of the windscreen and rear
window wiper blades.
Every 3,000 km check and top up if required: engine oil
level.
You are recommended to use PETRONAS
LUBRICANTS products, which have been designed and
produced specifically for Fiat cars (see table “Capacities”
in the “Technical specifications” section).
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Shelf above the cab ................. 96
Side air bags .............................. 143
Side lights
– control ................................. 74
– front bulb replacement ..... 189
– rear bulb replacement ...... 192
– side bulb replacement ....... 196
Ski rack ...................................... 112
Sliding side door ...................... 106
Sliding side window ................. 106
Snow chains .............................. 159
Speed block ............................... 102
Speedometer ............................ 15
Starting the engine ................... 147
– bump starting ...................... 174
– emergency starting ............ 173
– ignition switch ..................... 12
– jump starting ....................... 173
– procedure ............................ 147
– stopping the engine ........... 148
– warming up the engine
once started ........................148Starting up and driving ............ 147
Steering lock ............................. 13
Steering wheel
(adjustment) ........................... 47
Steering
– technical specifications ...... 236
– turning circle ....................... 236
Storage compartments ..... 90-91
Sun visors .................................. 95
Supply (specifications) ............. 235
Suspension (specifications) .... 235
Symbols ...................................... 4
Tachograph ..............................101
Technical specifications .......... 231
Telepass (preparation) ............ 126
Third brake light ...................... 195
Towing the vehicle .................. 205
Trailer (towing) ....................... 154
– installing the tow hook ..... 155
– warnings ...............................155Transmission
(specifications) ....................... 235
Trip computer .......................... 35
TV camera system and rear
visibility display ....................... 98
Tyre inflation pressure ........... 240
Tyres
– changing a wheel ................ 174
– maintenance ........................ 224
– provided ...............................239
– reading tyre markings ....... 237
– Rim Protector .................... 238
– snow ..................................... 159
– tyre inflation pressure ....... 240
Under-seat compartment ..... 42
Vehicle identification data ...... 231
Vehicle inactivity ...................... 160
Ventilation ................................. 51
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