PROTECTED DEVICE - fig. 162 FUSE AMPS
Spare (trailer kit) F09 15
HornsF10 10
Main beam headlights F14 15
SpareF15 -
Air conditioner compressor F19 7.5
fig. 162F0T0181
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
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
services every 30,000 km.
It is, however, important to remember that
scheduled servicing does not completely cover all the
requirements of the car: even in the initial period
before 30,000 km, and then subsequently between
one service and another, ordinary care is always
required such as routine checks involving topping up
fluid level, checking tyre pressures etc.
IMPORTANT The Scheduled Servicing Plan coupons
are set out by the Manufacturer. Failure to comply
with the schedule may invalidate the warranty.Scheduled Servicing is performed by all Fiat
Dealerships at given times.
If, during each part of the service, the need arises for
additional replacements or repairs, these may be
carried out only with the explicit agreement of the
Customer.
IMPORTANT It is advisable to inform a Fiat Dealer
of any small operating irregularities without waiting
for the next service.
The interval between scheduled services must be
reduced if your vehicle is used frequently for towing
trailers.
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SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN
DIESEL VERSIONS
Thousands of kilometres 30 60 90 120 150 180
Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure, if required●●●●●●
Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction indica-
tors, hazard warning lights, luggage compartment, passenger com-
partment, glove compartment, instrument panel warning lights,
etc.)●●●●●●
Check operation of windscreen washer/wiper, adjust jets●●●●●●
Check position/wear of windscreen wiper blades●●●●●●
Check front disc brake pad conditions and wear●●●●●●
Check rear drum brake linings condition and wear●●●
Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork, underbody pro-
tection, rigid and flexible pipes (exhaust - fuel system - braking
system), rubber elements (gaiters - hoses - bushes - etc.)●●●●●●
Check cleanliness of bonnet locks, and cleanliness and lubrication
of linkages●●●●●●
Visually inspect the condition of accessory drive belt(s)●●
Check tension of accessory drive belt (versions without automatic
tensioner)●●
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if necessary●●●●●●
Check exhaust emissions/smokiness●●●●●●
Replace accessory drive belt(s)●
Replace diesel filter●●●
Replace air cleaner cartridge●●●
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BATTERY
The battery is of the “limited maintenance” type:
under normal conditions of use, the electrolyte does
not need topping up with distilled water.
It does, however, need to be checked regularly at a
Fiat Dealership or by specialist personnel to make
sure it is working properly.
WARNING
The battery fluid is poisonous and
c
orrosive. Avoid contact with the skin
and eyes. Keep naked flames and sources of
sparks away from the battery: risk of explosion
and fire.
WARNING
Running the battery with an excessively
lo
w liquid level will damage the battery
beyond repair and even cause an explosion.
REPLACING THE BATTERY
If required, replace the battery with an original spare
part with the same specifications.
If a battery with different specifications is fitted, the
service intervals given in the “Scheduled Servicing
Plan” will no longer be valid.Follow the battery manufacturer's instructions for
maintenance.
Incorrect assembly of electric and
electronic devices may cause severe
damage to your vehicle. Go to a Fiat
Dealership if you want to install accessories
(alarms, mobile phone, etc .): they will suggest the
most suitable devices and advise you if a higher
capacity battery needs to be installed.
Batteries contain substances that are very
harmful to the environment .You are
recommended to go to a Fiat Dealership
to have the battery replaced where the old
battery will be disposed of respecting both the
environment and the laws in force.
If the vehicle needs to be off the road for
a long period under conditions of intense
cold, remove the battery and take it to
a heated place, otherwise it may freeze.
WARNING
When performing any operation on the
batter
y or near it , always protect your
eyes with the special goggles.
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BODY
PROTECTION FROM ATMOSPHERIC
ELEMENTS
The main causes of corrosion are the following:
❒atmospheric pollution
❒salty air and humidity (coastal areas, or hot humid
climates)
❒seasonal environment conditions.
The abrasive action of wind-borne atmospheric dust
and sand, as well as mud and gravel raised by other
cars is also not to be underestimated.
Fiat used the best manufacturing technologies on
your vehicle to effectively protect the bodywork
against corrosion.
These are the most important:
❒painting products and systems which give the
vehicle particular resistance to corrosion and
abrasion;
❒use of galvanised (or pre-treated) steel sheets,
with high resistance to corrosion;
❒spraying the underbody, engine compartment,
wheelhouse internal parts and other parts with
highly protective wax products;❒spraying of plastic materials for protective
purposes in the most exposed points: under the
doors, inside the mudguard, along the edges, etc.
❒use of “open” boxed sections to prevent
condensation and pockets of moisture from
triggering rust inside.
VEHICLE BODY AND UNDERBODY
WARRANTY
Your vehicle is covered by warranty against
perforation due to rust of any original element of the
structure or body.
For the general terms of this warranty, refer to your
Warranty Booklet.
ADVICE FOR PRESERVING THE
BODYWORK
Paint
Paintwork does not only serve an aesthetic purpose,
but also protects the underlying sheet metal.
Touch up abrasions and scratches immediately to
prevent the formation of rust. Use only original paint
products for touch-ups (see “Bodywork paint
identification plate” in the “Technical specifications”
section).
Normal care for paintwork consists of washing the
car; how often depends on the conditions and
environment where the car is used.
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Conditions of use ...................... 117
Controls........................................ 53
Coupling the tow ring............... 164
Cylinder replacement ............... 142
Dashboard ................................... 3
Dead lock ..................................... 8
Dead Lock .................................... 8
Dimensions ................................. 199
Dipped beam headlights ............ 45
Dipped/main beam
headlights (changing a bulb)... 147
Dipped/main beam
headlights ................................... 147
Direction indicators
(changing a bulb) .............. 147-149
Direction indicators ............ 46-147
– Left direction indicator
warning light .......................... 130
– Right-hand indicator
warning light .......................... 130
Door open .................................. 124
Doors (unlocking/locking) ........ 58
Double rear swing doors .......... 63
DPF (particulate filter) .............. 90
DPF (particulate trap)
cleaning underway warning
light ............................................. 125DPF (particulate trap)
(cleaning underway
warning light) ............................ 125
Driver's seat arm rest ................ 54
Driving style ................................ 116EBD fault warning light............ 123
EBD (fault warning light) .......... 123
EBD system .................................. 76
Emergency starting.................... 112
Engine bay fuse box ................... 156
Engine codes ............................... 190
Engine compartment fuse
box table .................................... 159
Engine coolant fluid ................... 174
Engine coolant fluid
(warning light)........................... 122
Engine coolant fluid warning
light ............................................. 122
Engine coolant temperature
gauge............................................ 14
Engine ........................................... 191
Engine marking ........................... 189
Engine oil ..................................... 173
Engine oil (low pressure
warning light) ............................ 123
EOBD system .............................. 81
ESP (system) ................................ 77ESP/Traction Plus fault
warning light.............................. 123
ESP/Traction Plus (fault
warning light) ............................ 123
Extending the boot .................... 66
Exterior light fault warning
light ............................................. 128
Exterior lights .............................. 45
Exterior lights (warning
light) ............................................ 128
Fiat CODE system .................... 5
Fiat CODE vehicle
protection system fault
warning light.............................. 127
Fiat CODE (vehicle
protection system fault
warning light) ............................ 127
Fix&Go automatic quick
tyre repair kit ........... 138-140-142
Flashing the headlights ............... 46
Fluids and lubricants.................. 205
Fog lights (changing a bulb)...... 148
Fog lights ................................ 54-148
– Warning light ......................... 129
Fog lights warning light ............. 129
Follow Me Home ........................ 47
Front airbags ............................... 105
– Front airbag driver's side .... 106
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