2011 FIAT STRADA coolant

150
When the vehicle is used in
particularly harsh weather
conditions, we recommend using a
60-40 mixture of PARAFLU
UPand
demineralised water.
fig. 154
F0X0138m
ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION
The maximum engine oil
consumption is usually 400 grams
every 1000 km.
When the vehicle is new, the engine
needs to be run in, therefore the
engine oil consumption can only be
considered stabilised after the first
5,000–6,000 km.
IMPORTANT The oil consumption
depends on the driving style and the
conditions under which the vehicle is
used.ENGINE COOLANT fig. 154
The coolant level must be checked
when the engine is cold and must be
above the MIN mark on the
reservoir.
If the level is low, slowly pour a
mixture of 50% demineralised water
and 50% PARAFLU
UPby PETRONAS
LUBRICANTS through the filler A
until the level is nearly at MAX.
A 50-50 mixture of PARAFLU
UPand
distilled water gives freeze
protection to –35°C.
Used engine oil and the
oil filter contain harmful
substances for the
environment. It is advisable to
have oil and filters changed by a
Fiat Dealership, where they will
be disposed of properly and in
accordance with the law.
The engine cooling
system uses PARAFLUUP
protective antifreeze
fluid. Use fluid of the same type
contained in the cooling system
for any top-ups. PARAFLU
UP
cannot be mixed with any other
type of fluid. If this happens, do
not under any circumstances
start the engine and contact a
Fiat Dealership.

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MANUAL
CLIMATE CONTROL
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
In winter, the climate control system
must be turned on at least once a
month for about 10 minutes.
Before summer, have the system
checked at a Fiat Dealership.
BODYWORK
PROTECTION FROM
ATMOSPHERIC AGENTS
The main causes of corrosion are
the following:
– atmospheric pollution;
– salty air and humidity (coastal
areas, or hot humid climates);
– seasonal environmental conditions.
The abrasive action of wind-borne
atmospheric dust and sand, as well
as mud and gravel raised by other
vehicles is also not to be
underestimated.
Fiat has adopted the best technology
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
pretreated) steel sheets, with high
resistance to corrosion;
The system uses R134a
coolant which does not
pollute the environment
in the event of accidental
leakage. Under no
circumstances should you use
R12 fluid which, in addition to
being incompatible with the
system’s components, contains
chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs).
NOZZLES
If the jet of fluid is inadequate, firstly
check that there is fluid in the
reservoir: see “Checking levels” in
this section.
Then check that the nozzle holes are
not clogged, if necessary using a
needle.
On some versions, the windscreen
washer jets are adjusted by changing
the angle of the nozzles: rotate the
nozzle holder using a screwdriver in
housing A-fig. 162, so that the jets
are directed towards the highest
point that the blades reach when in
motion.
fig. 162
F0X0146m

Direction indicators
- control ..................................................................................... 71
- front bulb replacement ....................................................... 126
- rear bulb replacement....................................................128-129
- side bulb replacement ......................................................... 127
Doors (opening/closing).............................................................. 79
DPF (particulate filter)................................................................. 104
DPF system.................................................................................... 104
Draining condensation................................................................. 154
Driving lights ................................................................................. 74
- bulb replacement ............................................................128-129
- control ..................................................................................... 74
ELD ................................................................................................ 98
Electrical/electronic devices ...................................................... 101
Electronic display ......................................................................... 32
- control buttons .................................................................... 32
- set-up menu .......................................................................... 33
E-Locker system (ELD)............................................................... 98
Emergency
- emergency situations .......................................................... 117
- hazard warning lights ............................................................ 73
Engine compartment.................................................................... 148
- washing.................................................................................... 162
Engine coolant level...................................................................... 150
Engine coolant temperature gauge........................................... 28
Engine coolant
- checking level ......................................................................... 150
- temperature gauge ................................................................ 28Engine marking.............................................................................. 166
Engine oil consumption .............................................................. 150
Engine oil level ............................................................................. 149
Engine oil
- consumption........................................................................... 150
- level check ............................................................................. 149
- specifications....................................................................178-179
Engine
- coolant level ........................................................................... 150
- coolant temperature gauge ................................................. 28
- engine type code ................................................................... 167
- fuel............................................................................................ 168
- marking.................................................................................... 166
- power supply.......................................................................... 169
- specifications ......................................................................... 168
- washing the engine compartment...................................... 162
Environment (protection) ......................................................... 104
Environmental protection........................................................... 104
Essential information .................................................................. 4
Extinguisher .................................................................................. 141
Fabric trim
- cleaning.................................................................................... 163
Fiat CODE system ...................................................................... 7
Flashing .......................................................................................... 70
Fluids and lubricants .............................................................179-180
Fog lights ....................................................................................... 74
188