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F0N0340mfig. 211
RAISING THE VEHICLE
If the vehicle needs to be lifted, go to a Fiat Dealership
which is equipped with arm hoists or workshop lifts.
The vehicle must only be raised laterally by placing the
ends of the arms or workshop lift in the areas shown in
fig. 211.
Do not start the engine whilst the
vehicle is being towed.
WARNING
Before towing, switch off the steering lock
(see „Starting device“ paragraph under the
„Dashboard and controls“ chapter). The brake
servo and power steering will not work while the
vehicle is being towed. More effort on the brake
pedal and steering wheel will therefore be
required. Do not use flexible cables when towing
and avoid jerky movements. During towing
operations, make sure that the fastened joint does
not damage adjoining components. When towing
the vehicle comply with the specific rules of the
Highway Code regarding both the towing device
and the behaviour to maintain on the road.
WARNING
TOWING THE VEHICLE
The vehicle is equipped with two rings for attaching the
tow hook.
The front ring is located in the tool box beneath the
passenger side seat. On versions with Fix&Go kit and
without spare wheel, the tool box is available only on
request for versions/markets where provided. In the
absence of the tool box the vehicle tow hook is housed
in the on-board documentation container, together with
the Owner Handbook.

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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE PLAN
Thousands of miles 27 54 81 108 135
Thousands of kilometres 48 96 144 192 240
Months 24 48 72 96 120
Check battery charge status and possibly recharge
Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction indicators,
hazard warning lights, luggage compartment, passenger compartment,
glove compartment, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)
Check operation of windscreen wiper/washer system and adjust jets, if necessary
Check the position/wear of the windscreen/rear window wiper blades
Check cleanliness of bonnet and tailgate locks and cleanliness
and lubrication of linkages
Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork, underbody protection,
pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel system, brakes), rubber elements
(boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.)
Check condition and wear of front disc brake pads and operation
of pad wear indicator
Check condition and wear of rear disc brake pads and operation
of pad wear indicator (for versions/markets where provided)
Check and, if necessary, top-up fluid levels (engine cooling, hydraulic
clutch/brakes, windscreen washer, battery, etc.)
Visual check of accessory drive belt(s) (versions without automatic tensioner)
(130-150-180 Multijet versions)
Check tension of accessory drive belt (versions without automatic tensioner) (▲)
Check tension of accessory drive belt (versions without automatic tensioner)
(115 MultiJet versions) (▲)
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▲)When the engine oil is changed for the first time, check the tension of the accessories drive belt .

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Thousands of miles 27 54 81 108 135
Thousands of kilometres 48 96 144 192 240
Months 24 48 72 96 120
Check condition of toothed timing drive belt (130-150 MultiJet versions)
Check condition of toothed timing drive belt (115 MultiJet versions)
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if required
Check exhaust gas emissions/smokiness
Check operation of engine management systems (using diagnosis socket)
Check cleanliness of sliding side door lower guides for versions with S.S.D.
(or every 6 months)
Replace fuel filter cartridge (diesel versions)
Replace accessory drive belt(s)
Replace accessory drive belt(s) (115 MultiJet versions)
Replace toothed timing drive belt (*) (130-150 MultiJet versions)
Replace toothed timing drive belt (*) (115 MultiJet versions)
Replace air filter cartridge (***)
Replace engine oil and oil filter (versions with DPF) (**) ( )
Change brake fluid (or every 24 months)
Replace pollen filter (or every 24 months)
(*) Regardless of mileage, the timing belt must be replaced every four years in case of particularly demanding use (cold
climate, city traffic, long idling) or at least every five years.
(**) The actual interval for changing the oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the vehicle usage conditions and
is signalled by the warning light or message (if present) in the instrument panel (see chapter “Warning lights and
messages”) or every 24 months
( ) If the vehicle is driven mainly in towns, change engine oil and filter every 12 months.
(***) If the vehicle is equipped with a special air cleaner for dusty areas:
- every 20,000 km, check and clean the filter,
- every 40,000 km replace the filter.

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DEMANDING VEHICLE USE
If the vehicle is mostly used in one of the following
conditions:
❒trailer or caravan towing;
❒dusty roads;
❒short distances (less than 7-8 km) and with external
temperatures below zero;
❒frequently idling engine or long distance low speed
driving or in the case of long term inactivity;
the following checks must be carried out more often
than indicated in the Scheduled Servicing Plan:
❒check front disc brake pad conditions and wear;
❒check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks and lever
cleanliness and lubrication;
❒visually inspect the conditions of: engine, gearbox,
transmission, pipes and tubes (exhaust – fuel
– brakes), rubber parts (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.);
❒check battery charge and liquid level (electrolyte);
❒visual check on various drive belt conditions;
❒check and if necessary change engine oil and oil filter.
PERIODIC CHECKS
Before long journeys, check and, if necessary, restore:
❒engine coolant fluid level;
❒brake fluid level;
❒windscreen washer fluid level;
❒tyre pressure and conditions;
❒operation of lights (headlights, direction indicators,
hazard lights, etc.);
❒operation of the windscreen wiper/washer system,
position and wear of the windscreen and rear
window wiper blades.
To ensure that the vehicle is always efficient and well
maintained, it is advisable to make sure that you carry
out the above operations regularly (approximately
every 1000 km and every 3000 km for checking and
topping up engine oil is advisable).

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CHECKING FLUID LEVELS
fig. 217 – 130 Multijet – 150 Multijet versions
Never smoke while
working in the engine
compartment: gas and
inflammable vapours may be
present, with the risk of fire.
WARNING
Be careful, when
topping up not to
confuse the various
types of fluids: they are all
incompatible with one another
and could seriously damage the
vehicle.
1. Engine coolant fluid
2. Power steering fluid
3. Windscreen washer fluid
4. Brake fluid
5. Engine oil
fig. 216 - 115 Multijet versionsF0N0530m
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Be careful, when
topping up not to
confuse the various
types of fluids: they are all
incompatible with one another
and could seriously damage the
vehicle.
1. Engine coolant fluid
2. Power steering fluid
3. Windscreen washer fluid
4. Brake fluid
5. Engine oil
fig. 218 – 180 Multijet Power versions
Never smoke while
working in the engine
compartment: gas and
inflammable vapours may be
present, with the risk of fire.
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F0N0107mfig. 226
IMPORTANT Brake fluid absorbs moisture. For this
reason, 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. 226
Undo the cap A and check that the liquid contained in
the reservoir is at the maximum level.
The fluid level in the reservoir must not exceed the
MAX mark.
Use the brake fluid shown in the “Fluids and lubricants”
table (see “Technical Specifications”).
NOTE Thoroughly clean the tank cap A and the
surrounding surface.
Take great care to ensure that impurities do not enter
the reservoir when the cap is opened.
For topping up, always use a funnel with integrated filter
that has a mesh inferior or equal to 0.12 mm.
Prevent brake fluid, which is highly
corrosive, from coming into contact with
painted parts. Should this occur,
immediately wash with water.
Brake fluid is poisonous and highly
corrosive. In the event of accidental
contact, immediately wash the affected parts
with water and neutral soap. Then rinse
thoroughly. If swallowed call a doctor straight
away.
WARNING
The symbol πon the container indicates
a synthetic brake fluid, which is different
from a mineral fluid. Use of mineral type fluids
will damage the special rubber seals of the
braking system beyond repair.
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RUBBER HOSES
As far as the brake system and fuel rubber hoses are
concerned, follow the “Scheduled Servicing Programme”
in this chapter carefully.
Ozone, high temperatures and prolonged lack of fluid in
the system may cause hardening and cracking of the
hoses, with possible leaks.
Careful inspections are therefore necessary.Remember that the road holding
qualities of your vehicle also depend on
the correct inflation pressure of the tyres.
WARNING
If the pressure is too low the tyre will get
overheated, with the risk of serious
damage.
WARNING
Avoid moving the tyres from the right
side of the vehicle to the left side and
vice versa.
WARNING
Never submit alloy rims to repainting
treatments requiring the use of
temperatures exceeding 150 °C. The mechanical
properties of the wheels could be impaired.
WARNING