224
F0U0288mfig. 210
IMPORTANT Brake fluid absorbs moisture. For this rea-
son, if the car is mainly used in areas with a high degree
of atmospheric humidity, the fluid should be replaced at
more frequent intervals than specified in the “Scheduled
Servicing Plan”. BRAKE FLUID fig. 210
Undo the cap A and check that the liquid contained in the
reservoir is at the maximum level.
Fluid level in the reservoir must not exceed the MAX
mark.
If you do need to top up, use the brake fluid shown in the
“Fluids and lubricants” table (see “Technical Specifica-
tions”).
NB Carefully clean the reservoir cap A and the sur-
rounding surfaces.
When opening the cap, make sure that no dirt gets into
the reservoir.
For topping up, always use a funnel with integrated filter
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Prevent brake fluid, which is highly corro-
sive, from coming into contact with paint-
ed parts. Should this occur, immediately
wash with water.
Brake fluid is poisonous and highly corro-
sive. In the event of accidental contact,
wash the parts immediately with water and mild
soap, then rinse with plenty of water. In case of
swallowing, immediately call a doctor.
WARNING
The symbol πon the container indicates
a synthetic brake fluid, which is different
from a mineral fluid. Using a mineral-type fluid
will damage the special rubber seals of the brak-
ing system beyond repair.
WARNING
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AIR FILTER
Have the air filter replaced by a Fiat Dealership.
POLLEN FILTER
Have the pollen filter replaced by a Fiat Dealership.
Brake fluid is poisonous and highly corro-
sive. In the event of accidental contact,
wash the parts immediately with water and mild
soap, then rinse with plenty of water. In case of
swallowing, immediately call a doctor.
WARNING
The symbol πon the container indicates
a synthetic brake fluid, which is different
from a mineral fluid. Using a mineral-type fluid
will damage the special rubber seals of the brak-
ing system beyond repair.
WARNING
BATTERY
The battery is of the “limited maintenance” type: under
normal conditions of use, the electrolyte does not need
topping up with distilled water.
CHECKING THE CHARGE
AND THE ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
Inspection operations must be carried out only by spe-
cialised personnel, following the prescriptions contained
in this Owner Handbook. Any top-up operations must
be carried out only by specialised personnel at a Fiat Deal-
ership.
The battery fluid is poisonous and corro-
sive. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes.
Keep naked flames or possible sources of sparks
away from the battery: risk of explosion or fire.
WARNING
Using the battery when the fluid is too low
can damage it irreparably and generate
a risk of explosion.
WARNING
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RUBBER TUBES
As far as the brake system and fuel rubber hoses are con-
cerned, stick closely to the “Scheduled Servicing Plan” in
this section.
Ozone, high temperatures and a prolonged lack of fluid
in the system may cause hardening and cracking of the
tubes, which could result in leaks.
Careful inspections are therefore necessary.
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WINDSCREEN WIPER
BLADES
Clean the rubber part regularly using special products;
TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC35 is recommended.
Replace the blades if the rubber edge is misshapen or
worn. In any event, it is advisable to replace them ap-
proximately once a year.
A few simple precautions can reduce the possibility of dam-
age to the blades:
❒make sure that the rubber part is not frozen to the
windscreen in sub-zero temperatures. Use an antifreeze
product to release it if required;
❒remove any snow from the glass: in addition to pro-
tecting the blades, this prevents the electric motor from
overheating;
❒ do not operate the windscreen wipers on dry glass.
Driving with worn wiper blades is a serious
hazard, because visibility is reduced in bad
weather.
WARNING
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3 doors
5 seats
1015
560
850
850
1575
900
400
50
60
5 doors
5 seats
1030
560
850
850
1590
900
400
50
60
3 doors
5 seats
1025
560
850
850
1585
1000
400
50
60
3 doors
5 seats
1060
1155
(❒)
560
850
850
1715 (❒)/
1620
1000
400
50
60
5 doors
5 seats
1075
1170
(❒)
560
850
850
1730 (❒)/
1635
1000
400
50
60
5 doors
5 seats
1040
560
850
850
1600
1000
400
50
60
WEIGHTS
Petrol versions 1.2 1.4 1.4 MultiAir
Weights (kg)
Unladen weight
(with all fluids,
fuel tank filled to 90%
and without
optional equipment):
Payload (*)
including the driver:
Maximum permitted
loads (**)
– front axle:
– rear axle:
– total:
Towable loads:
– braked trailer:
– non-braked trailer:
Maximum load on roof:
Maximum load on the
ball joint (braked trailer):
(*) If special equipment is fitted (sunroof, tow hitch, etc.) the unladen car weight increases, thus reducing the specified payload
with respect to the maximum permitted load.
(**) Loads that must not be exceeded. The driver is responsible for arranging goods in the boot and/or on the load carrying
platform within the maximum permitted loads.
(❒) 1.4 Turbo Multi Air configuration.
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1.3
Multijet
75HP
–
–
45
5 ÷ 7
7.4 (E4)
6.7 (E5)
–
–
3.0
3.2
1.7 (
▲)
0.5
2.2
4.5
1.4
45
5 ÷ 7
–
–
5.3
2.4
2.6
–
–
1.5 (
▲)
0.5
2.2
4.5
1.2
45
5 ÷ 7
–
–
5.3
2.4
2.6
–
–
1.5 (
▲)
0.5
2.2
4.5
1.3
Multijet
90HP-95HP
–
–
45
5 ÷ 7
7.4 (E4)
6.7 (E5)
–
–
3.0
3.2
1.7 (
▲)
2.0 (❍) (*)
0.5
2.2
4.5
1.6
Multijet
120HP
–
–
45
5 ÷ 7
5.6
–
–
4.3
4.6
2.0 (
❍)
0.5
2.2
4.5
1.4Multi Air
45
5 ÷ 7
–
–
5.3
3.1
3.4
–
–
1.65 (
▲)
0.5
2.2
4.5
1.4 Turbo
Multi Air
45
5 ÷ 7
–
–
6.0
3.1
3.5
–
–
1.7 (
▲)
0.5
2.2
4.5
Recommended fuels
and original lubricants
Unleaded petrol with no less
than 95 R.O.N.
(EN 228 Specification)
Diesel for motor vehicles
(EN590 Specification)
50-50 mixture of water and
PARAFLU
UPliquid (❒)
SELENIA K P.E.
SELENIA WR P.E.
TUTELA CAR
TECHNYX(▲)
TUTELA CAR
MATRYX (
❍)
TUTELA TOP 4
Mixture of water and
TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC 35
CAPACITIES
Fuel tank: litres
including a reserve of: litres
Fuel tank: litresincluding a reserve of: litres
Engine cooling
system: litres
Engine sump: litresEngine sump and filter: litres
Engine sump: litres
Engine sump and filter: litres
Gearbox/differential
casing: kg
Hydraulic brake circuit: kg
Windscreen/rear window
washer fluid reservoir: litres
with headlight washers: litres
(*) Version with six-speed gearbox
(
❒) For particularly harsh climate conditions, a mixture of 60% PARAFLUUPand 40% distilled water is recommended.
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SELENIA K P.E.
Contractual
Technical Reference
N° F603.C07
SELENIA WR P.E.Contractual
Technical Reference
N° F510.D07
SAE 5W-40 ACEA C3
grade synthetic base lubricant.
FIAT 9.55535-S2 certification.
SAE 5W-30
grade synthetic base lubricant.
FIAT 9.55535-S1 certification.As per the
Scheduled
Servicing Plan
As per the
Scheduled
Servicing Plan
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
SPECIFICATIONS AND RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS
Use Quality specifications of fluids and lubricants Original Replacementfor correct car operation fluids and lubricants interval
Lubricants for
petrol engines
Lubricants for
Diesel engines
For diesel engines, in the event of an emergency in which the original products are not available, lubricants with at
least ACEA C2 performance are acceptable; however, in this case optimum engine performance is not guaranteed
and the lubricants should be replaced with recommended products as soon as possible at a Fiat Dealership.
The use of products with characteristics that are not up to ACEA C3 (for petrol engines) and ACEA C2 (for diesel
engines) standard could cause engine damage not covered by the warranty.
For petrol versions with Multi Air system, the use of lubricants with features below ACEA C3 and SAE grade other
than 5W-40 could cause damage to the engine, not covered by the warranty.
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Lubricants and
greases
for drive
transmission
system
Brake liquid
Fuel additive
Windscreen/
rear window
washer fluid
Mechanical gearbox
and differential (petrol
versions and 1.3
Multijet 75HP version)
Mechanical gearbox
and differential (1.3
Multijet 90HP and
1.6 Multijet versions)
Wheel side
constant-velocity
joints
Differential side
constant-velocity
joints (1.6 Multijet
versions excluded)
Differential side
constant-velocity joints
(1.6 Multijet versions)
Hydraulic brakes
and hydraulic clutch
controls
Cooling circuits.
Mixture: 50% water
and 50%
PARAFLU
UP(❒)
Mix 25cc per 10 litres
of diesel
To be used diluted or
undiluted in windscreen/
rear window washer/
wiper systems
SAE 75W-85 grade synthetic base lubricant.
FIAT 9.55550-MX3 certification
SAE 75W-85 grade synthetic base lubricant.
FIAT 9.55550-MZ1 certification
Molybdenum disulphide grease, for use at
high temperatures.
FIAT 9.55580 certification. NL.GI. 1-2 consistency
Grease for constant-velocity joints with low
friction coefficient.
FIAT 9.55580 certification. NL.GI. 0-2 consistency
Polyeura-based synthetic grease for high temperatures.
FIAT 9.55580 certification. NL.GI. 2 consistency
Synthetic fluid FMVSS n° 116 DOT 4, ISO 4925
SAE J1704, CUNA NC 956- 01.
FIAT 9.55597 certification
Red protective with antifreeze action, based on inhibited
monoethyl glycol with organic formula. Exceeds CUNA
NC 956-16, ASTM D 3306 specifications.
FIAT 9.55523 certification
Additive for diesel antifreeze, protecting
diesel engines
Mixture of alcohol, water and surfactants CUNA NC
956-II
FIAT 9.55522 certification.TUTELA CAR
TECHNYX
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F010.B05
TUTELA CAR
MATRYX
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F108.F02
TUTELA ALL STAR
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F702.G07
TUTELA STAR 700
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F701.C07
TUTELA STAR 325
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F301.D03
TUTELA TOP 4
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F001.A93
PARAFLU
UP(*)
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F101.M01
TUTELA DIESEL ART
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F601.L06
TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC 35Contractual Technical
Reference N° F201.D02
Radiator
protection Use Quality specifications of fluids and lubricants Original Applications
for correct car operation fluids and lubricants
(*) IMPORTANT Do not use fluids with other specifications for topping up or mixing.
(❒) When the vehicle is used in particularly harsh climate conditions, we recommend using a 60-40 mixture of PARAFLUUPand distalled water.
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– extending the boot ....................... 94
– parcel shelf (removing) ................ 96
– removing the parcel shelf ............ 96
– unlocking with remote control..6
Boot courtesy light .............................. 197
Brake Assist system............................ 104
Brake fluid
– checking and topping up .............. 224
– specifications.................................. 252
Brake lights
– bulb replacement ...............193-194
Brakes
– brake fluid (type)........................... 252
– checking and topping
up fluid level .................................. 224
– handbrake ....................................... 152
– technical specifications................. 241
Bulbs
– bulb types......................186-187-188
– general information on
replacing.......................................... 186
Capacities
– technical specifications
(quantities)...................................... 250
Capacity for installing child seats........ 138
Car dimensions .................................... 246
Car identification data ........................ 235
Carrying children ................................ 134
Catalytic converter ............................ 128
Central locking .................................... 73Changing a wheel ................................ 176
– general information and
warnings.......................................... 176
– tyre inflation pressure ................ 245
– tyre and rim types ....................... 244
Changing bulbs
– bulb types ...................................... 186
– general information ..................... 186
– inside .............................................. .195
– outside ........................................... 189
Chassis (marking) ............................... 236
Checking engine oil ............................ 220
– consumption ................................. 220
– engine oil specifications .............. 251
Checking levels ................................... 217
– brake fluid ...................................... 224
– engine cooling fluid ...................... 222
– engine oil ....................................... 220
– windscreen/rear window
washer fluid ................................... 223
Child safety .......................................... 84
Child safety device ............................. 87
Child seats ............................................ 138
– capacity for installing child
seats ................................................ 138
– suitability for using child seats..... 137
Children (carrying them safely) ........ 134
– acity for installing an Isofix
child seat ........................................ 138
Cigarette lighter .................................. 78 ABS ....................................................... 103
ABS system .......................................... 103
Additional brake light
– bulb replacement ......................... 194
Adjusting the lighting inside the car 18
Adjusting the mirrors ....................... 44
Adjusting the seats ......................39-41
Adjusting the steering wheel ............ 43
Air conditioning controls ............ 52-56
Air filter ................................................ 225
Air recirculation ....................51-55-58
Air vents................................................ 48
Ashtray................................................... 78
ASR function / system ....................... 107
Automatic climate control................. 56
Battery
– jump starting .................................. 175
– maintenance................................... .225
– replacement .................................. 226
– tips for extending life ................... 226
Bodywork
– bodywork version codes............. 237
– cleaning, care and maintenance.. 231
Bodywork codes ................................. 237
Bodywork versions ............................ 237
Bonnet
– opening/closing ...............97-98-99
Boot ........................................................ 92
– emergency unlocking from
the inside......................................... 94
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