2011 FIAT STRADA maintenance schedule

REFUELLING
Refuel the vehicle exclusively with diesel for motor
vehicles in compliance with European specification
EN590.
The use of other products or mixtures may damage
the engine beyond repair and consequently
invalidate the warranty, due to the damage caused.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Make sure that the handbrake is engaged, set the
gear lever to neutral, fully depress the clutch
without pressing the accelerator, then turn the
ignition key to MAR and wait for the
mand Uwarning lights to switch off; turn the ignition key
to AVV and release it as soon as the engine has
started.
PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
The catalytic converter reaches high
temperatures during operation. Do not park on
grass, dry leaves, pine needles or other
flammable material: fire hazard.
RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
The vehicle is fitted with a system that allows
continuous diagnosis of the emission-related
components in order to help protect the
environment.ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
If, after buying the vehicle, you wish to add
electrical accessories (with the risk of gradually
draining the battery), contact a Fiat Dealership.
They will calculate the overall electrical
requirement and check that the vehicle’s
electrical system can support the required load.
CODE card
Keep it in a safe place, not in the vehicle.
You are advised to keep the electronic code on
the CODE card with you at all times
.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct maintenance enables the vehicle to
perfectly maintain performance and safety
characteristics, its environmentalfriendliness and
its low running costs over time.
THE OWNER HANDBOOK CONTAINS…
... important information, advice and warnings for
correct use, driving safety and maintenance of
your vehicle over time. Pay particular attention
to the symbols
"(personal safety)
#(environmental protection)
!(vehicle integrity).
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION!
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SET-UP MENU - FIAT MY CAR
This menu allows the vehicle
configuration to be customised.
The functions and messages
provided by the electronic display
fig. 43 depend on the optionals /
version of your vehicle.
You are advised to
carry out the desired
configurations in safety; only
with the vehicle stationary.
WARNING
Initial checks
When the ignition key is turned to
MAR-ON, the display shows the
distance which remains before
Scheduled Servicing is due.Contact a Fiat Dealership, where
the “Scheduled Servicing Plan”
operations will be performed and
the message will be reset. Access to
menu functions
After the initial checks, it is possible
to access the menu functions:
– with vehicle in motion: access to
reduced menu;
– with vehicle stationary: access to
all menu functions.
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Note The “Scheduled Servicing Plan”
includes vehicle maintenance every
35,000 km; with key at MAR-ON,
this is shown automatically when
there are 2,000 km to the next
“coupon” and reappears every 200
km. When scheduled servicing
approaches and the ignition key is
turned to MAR-ON, the
õicon will
appear on the display followed by
the number of kilometres before the
next Scheduled Servicing operation.

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Buzzer
The acoustic signal emitted when
the MODE/TRIP button is pressed
or the MY CAR ring nut is turned
can be deactivated (OFF) or
reactivated (ON) as shown in the
following diagram.Scheduled Servicing Warning
The display allows the distance
before next Scheduled Servicing
(“coupon”) provided by Fiat
Dealerships is due to be shown.
The “Scheduled Servicing Plan”
includes vehicle maintenance every
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MODE
TRIP
35,000 km; with key at MAR-ON,
this is shown automatically when
there are 2,000 km to the next
“coupon” and reappears every 200
km.
When scheduled servicing
approaches and the ignition key is
turned to MAR-ON, the
õicon will
appear on the display followed by
the number of kilometres before the
next Scheduled Servicing operation.
Contact a Fiat Dealership, where the
operations in the “Scheduled
servicing plan” will be performed
and the message will be reset.

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Service (Scheduled Servicing)
The display allows the distance
before Scheduled Servicing
(“coupon”) provided by Fiat
Dealerships is due to be shown, in
kilometres or miles (depending on
the previous setting).
To view this indication, proceed as
follows:
– press the MODE button briefly:
the display shows the distance
before servicing is required in
kilometres or miles (depending on
the previous setting);
– press the ▼or ▲button to view
the remaining distance;
– hold down the MODE button to
return to the standard display.Note The “Scheduled Servicing Plan”
includes vehicle maintenance every
35,000 km; with key at MAR-ON,
this is shown automatically when
there are 2,000 km until the next
“coupon” and reappears every 200
km.
When scheduled servicing
approaches and the ignition key is
turned to MAR-ON, the
õicon will
appear on the display followed by
the number of kilometres before the
next Scheduled Servicing operation.
Contact a Fiat Dealership, where the
operations in the “Scheduled
servicing plan” will be performed
and the message will be reset.
For further information, see
Scheduled Servicing Plan in the
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE section. Button Vol.
(button volume level)
This function allows the volume of
the sound that accompanies MODE,
▼and ▲button presses to be set. It
can be adjusted along an eight-point
scale (from 0 to 7).
To set the desired level, proceed as
follows:
– press the MODE button briefly:
the level (depending on the
previous setting) flashes on the
display;
– press the ▼or ▲button to
select;
– press the MODE button briefly to
confirm;
– hold down the MODE button to
return to the standard display.

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FUEL SAVING
Here are some useful tips to save
fuel and minimise harmful emissions
of CO
2and other pollutants (nitric
oxides, unburnt hydrocarbons,
particulate matter etc.).
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
The general factors that affect fuel
consumption are listed below.
Vehicle maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried
out on the vehicle in accordance
with the “Scheduled Servicing Plan”.Tyres
Check the pressure of the tyres
routinely at an interval of no more
than 4 weeks: if the pressure is too
low, consumption levels increase as
resistance to rolling is higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with excess load.
The weight of the vehicle (especially
when driving in town), and its trim
greatly affect consumption and
stability.
Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski
rack from the roof after use.
These accessories reduce the
vehicle’s aerodynamic penetration
and have a negative effect on
consumption. When transporting
particularly large objects, use a
trailer if possible.Electrical devices
Use electrical devices only for the
amount of time necessary. The
additional headlights, windscreen
wipers and heater fan consume a
considerable amount of energy,
thereby increasing fuel consumption
(by up to 25% in the urban cycle).
Climate control
Climate control leads to higher fuel
consumption (on average by up to
20%): if the temperature outside
permits, try and use the ventilation
only.
Devices for aerodynamic
control
The use of non-certified devices for
aerodynamic control may adversely
affect air drag and consumption
levels.
DRIVING STYLE
The main driving styles that affect
fuel consumption are listed below.

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VEHICLE 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 35,000
km.
It is, however, important to
remember that scheduled servicing
does not completely cover all the
requirements of the vehicle: even in
the initial period before 35,000 km,
and then subsequently, between one
service and another, ordinary care is
always required such as routine
checks involving topping up fluid
levels, checking tyre pressures etc.IMPORTANT Scheduled Servicing
coupons are required by the
Manufacturer.
Failure to comply with the schedule
may invalidate the warranty.
Scheduled Servicing can be carried
out by any Fiat Dealership, at pre-
established times.If during each operation, in addition
to those scheduled, the need arises
for further replacements or repairs,
these may only be carried out with
the explicit agreement of the
Customer. IMPORTANT You are
advised to contact a Fiat Dealership
in the event of any minor operating
faults, without waiting for the next
service coupon.
If the vehicle is used frequently for
towing, the interval between
scheduled servicing must be
reduced.

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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.
Battery liquid is
poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with
skin and eyes. Keep naked
flames and sources of sparks
away from the battery: risk of
explosion and fire.
WARNING
Using the battery with
insufficient battery fluid
may irreparably damage the
battery and may cause an
explosion.
WARNING
When performing any
operation on the
battery or near it, always
protect your eyes with special
goggles.
WARNING
Incorrect assembly of
electrical and electronic
devices may cause
severe damage to your vehicle.
Contact a Fiat Dealership if you
want to install accessories after
purchasing the vehicle (alarms,
radiophone, etc.): they will
suggest the most suitable
devices and advise you whether
a higher capacity battery needs
to be installed.
If the vehicle will be
unused for an extended
period of time in
extremely cold weather
conditions, remove the battery
and store it in a heated area to
prevent it from freezing.
Batteries contain
substances which are very
dangerous for the
environment. To replace your
battery, we recommend
contacting a Fiat Dealership to
dispose of your old battery in full
respect of the environment and in
compliance with legal regulations.

Load (advice) ..........................................................................110-111
Load compartment cover .......................................................... 84
Load compartment....................................................................... 82
Load limiters ................................................................................. 26
Loading advice ........................................................................110-111
Lubricant specifications ........................................................179-180
Main beam headlights ............................................................... 70
- bulb replacement ................................................................. 125
- control ................................................................................... 70
- flashing .................................................................................... 70
Maintenance
- heavy-duty use ....................................................................... 147
- periodic checks...................................................................... 147
- scheduled servicing plan ...................................................... 144
- scheduled servicing............................................................... 143
Manual climate control
- controls .................................................................................. 68
- maintenance .......................................................................... 160
Milometer ...............................................................................32-40-43
Mobile phones............................................................................... 102
Multifunction display ................................................................... 42
- control buttons .................................................................... 42
- set-up menu .......................................................................... 44
Nozzles......................................................................................... 160
Number plate lights...................................................................... 129
On-board instruments............................................................... 27
Opening doors ............................................................................. 79
Opening the bonnet ....................................................................85-86Opening windows
- electric..................................................................................... 80
- manual ..................................................................................... 80
Original parts................................................................................. 1-2
Paint identification plate ............................................................ 166
Paintwork
- advice for preservation........................................................ 161
- identification plate................................................................. 166
Parking ........................................................................................... 108
Periodic checks ............................................................................ 147
Personal adjustments ................................................................... 16
Plastic trim
- cleaning.................................................................................... 164
Pollen filter .................................................................................... 153
Power assisted steering fluid level ............................................ 152
Power supply ................................................................................ 169
Prescriptions for vehicle at end of life .................................... 181
Pretensioners................................................................................ 25
- load limiters............................................................................ 26
Protective grille ............................................................................ 87
Punctured tyre ............................................................................. 118
- changing a wheel ............................................119-120-121-122
Radio (system set-up) ............................................................ 100
- speakers ................................................................................. 100
Radio transmitters........................................................................ 102
Rear fog lamps............................................................................... 74
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