2010 FIAT QUBO brake

REGULAR CHECKS
Every 1,000 km or before long journeys, check and, if
necessary, top up:
❒engine coolant level;
❒brake fluid level;
❒windscreen washer fluid level;
❒tyre inflation pressure and condition;
❒operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, etc.);
❒operation of screen wash/wipe system and
positioning/wear of windscreen/rear window wiper
blades.
Check and top up, if required, the engine oil level
every 3,000 km.
You are recommended to use PETRONAS
LUBRICANTS products, which have been designed
and produced specifically for Fiat vehicles (see
“Capacities” table in the “Technical specifications”
section).
HEAVY USAGE OF THE VEHICLE
Should prevailing use of the vehicle be under one of
the following specially heavy conditions:
❒towing a trailer or caravan;
❒dusty roads;
❒short, repeated journeys (less than 7-8 km) at
sub-zero outside temperatures;
❒engine often idling, or driving long distances at low
speed (e.g. door to door deliveries) or long period
of idleness;
❒urban trips;
perform the following inspections more frequently
than shown on the Scheduled Servicing Plan:
❒check front disc brake pad condition and wear;
❒check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of linkage;
❒visually inspect the conditions of: engine, gearbox,
transmission, pipes and tubes (exhaust - fuel -
brakes), rubber parts (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.);
❒check battery charge status and fluid (electrolyte)
level (refer to "Battery - Check state of charge
and electrolyte level" paragraph in this chapter);
❒visually inspect condition of the auxiliary drive
belts;
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
1.3 75 HP versions
1. Engine oil 2. Battery 3. Brake fluid 4. Washer fluid for windscreen/rear window 5. Engine coolant 6. Power steering fluid
fig. 167F0T0076
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WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW WASHING
FLUID
To add fluid lift the cap Afig. 170 and pour in a
mixture of water and TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC
35 fluid, in the following proportions:
❒30% of TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC 35 and 70%
water in summer
❒50% TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC 35 and 50%
water in winter.
At temperatures below -20°C, use undiluted
TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC 35 fluid.
Check level through the reservoir.
WARNING
Do not travel if the windscreen washer
reser
voir is empty: using the windscreen
washer is essential for improving visibility.
WARNING
Some commercial windscreen washer
addi
tives are flammable.The engine
compartment contains hot parts which could
start a fire if they come into contact .
BRAKE FLUID
Undo the cap A fig. 171 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
Specifications"). When opening the cap A, make sure
that no dirt gets into the reservoir.
Always use a funnel with a built-in filter with a mesh
of 0.12 mm or less for topping up.
fig. 170F0T0079fig. 171F0T0080
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IMPORTANT Brake fluid absorbs moisture. For this
reason, if the vehicle 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 “Schedule Servicing Plan”.
Prevent brake fluid, which is highly
corrosive, from coming into contact with
painted parts.Wash with water
immediately if this should happen.
WARNING
Brake fluid is poisonous and highly
c
orrosive. In the event of accidental
contact , wash the parts immediately with water
and mild soap, then rinse with plenty of water.
Call a doctor immediately if swallowed.
WARNING
Symbolon the contain 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
braking system beyond repair.POWER STEERING FLUID
Loose the cap A fig. 172: check that the fluid in the
reservoir is included between the MIN and MAX
on the reservoir.
The level may go over the MAX line when the oil is
hot. If topping up is required, make sure the oil
you use has the same specifications as that already in
the system.
WARNING
Prevent power steering fluid from
c
oming into contact with hot engine
parts: it is flammable.
fig. 172F0T0081
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WARNING
Remember that the road holding
qu
alities of your vehicle also depend on
the correct inflation pressure of the tyres.
WARNING
Excessively low pressure will cause
o
verheating of the tyre and may cause
severe tyre damage.
WARNING
Do not exchange the tyres from the left
to
the right of the vehicle and vice versa.
WARNING
Do not repaint alloy wheel rims at
temper
atures higher than 150°C.The
mechanical characteristics of the wheels might
be compromised.
RUBBER LINES
Follow the requirements in “Scheduled Servicing
Plan” in this section carefully for brake and fuel
rubber lines.
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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PLASTIC PARTS
It is advisable to clean interior plastic parts with a
damp cloth and a solution of water and non-abrasive
mild soap. To remove grease and tough stains, use
products designed specifically for cleaning plastics.
These have no solvents and have been designed
so that they do not alter the appearance and colour
of the components.
IMPORTANT Never use spirits or petroleum to
clean the instrument panel glass.REAL LEATHER STEERING WHEEL/GEAR
LEVER KNOB/HANDBRAKE
(for versions/markets, where provided)
These components must be cleaned with mild soap
and water only. Never use alcohol or alcohol-based
products.
Read the product label carefully before using specific
products for cleaning the interiors: make sure the
product does not contain spirits or alcohol-based
substances.
If, when cleaning the windscreen with special
products, window cleaner accidentally drips onto the
leather of the steering wheel/gear lever knob/hand
brake, wipe away immediately and then wash the
affected area with mild soap and water.
IMPORTANT Be careful when installing a steering
wheel locking device not to damage the leather
upholstery.
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BRAKES
Versions Front service brakes Rear service brakes Parking brake
1.3 Multijet 75 HPdisk drumcontrolled by hand lever,
acting on rear brakes
IMPORTANT Water, ice and salt sprinkled on the roads may deposit on the brake disks reducing braking
efficiency the first time the brakes are applied.
SUSPENSION
Versions Front Rear
1.3 Multijet 75 HPMc Pherson independent wheels torsion beam
STEERING
Versions Turning circle (kerb to kerb) (m) Type
1.4
10.55rack and pinion with electric power steer-
ing (for versions/markets, where pro-
vided) 1.3 Multijet 75 HP
1.3 Multijet 95 HP
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WEIGHTS
Weights (kg)1.3 Multijet 75 HP Euro 4 class 1
(o)
N1
"Minimum"
versions (4
seats)N1 "Maximum" versions (4 seats) M1 versions
Unladen weight (with all fluids, fuel
tank filled to 90% and without
optional equipment)1205 1300 1200
Payload
(*)including the driver:550 455 510
Payload
(*)excluding the driver:475 - 440
Maximum permitted loads
(**)
- front axle: 950 950 950
- rear axle: 950 950 950
- total: 1755 1755 1710
Towable loads
- trailer with brakes: 600 600 600
- trailer without brakes: 400 400 400
(o)For versions/markets, where provided
(*)N1 CATEGORY: for the full optional versions (110 kg) the payload is gradually reduced to 500 kg.
(**)Loads not to be exceeded. The user is responsible for arranging goods in the boot and/or on the load carrying platform within the
maximum permitted loads.
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