2012 FIAT IDEA service

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SERVICE SCHEDULE
Thousands of km
Check tyre conditions/wear and
adjust pressure if required
Check light system operation
(headlights, direction indicators, hazard lights, boot lights,
passenger compartment lights, dashboard warning lights, etc.)
Check windscreen/washer
(nozzles/and blade position regulation)
Check front disc brake pad condition and wear and operation
of brake pad wear indicator.
Check rear drum brake lining conditions
and wear
Check rear (where provided) disk brake pad
conditions and wear
Sight inspect the conditions of: body external parts, underbody
protection pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel, brakes),
rubber parts (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.)
Check for bonnet and boot lock cleanness, lever cleanness
and lubrication
Check tension and adjust accessory drive belts
(excluding engines with automatic belt tighteners)
Check tension and adjust accessory drive belts
Check and adjust tappet clearance (1.4 8V versions)
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IMPORTANT - Engine oil
Should prevailing use of the car be under
one of the following specially heavy con-
ditions:
❒trailer or caravan towing;
❒dusty roads;
❒short distances (less than 7-8 km) re-
peated and with external tempera-
tures below zero;
❒frequently idling engines or long dis-
tance low speed driving (e.g. taxis or
door-to-door deliveries) or in case of
a long term inactivity;
replace engine oil more frequently than
required on “Service schedule”.
IMPORTANT - Air cleaner
If the car is used on dusty roads change
the air cleaner more frequently than the
indications in the “Service schedule”.
If in doubt as to how often the engine oil
and air cleaner should be changed ac-
cording to how you use the car, contact
a Fiat Dealership.IMPORTANT - Pollen filter
If the vehicle is used frequently in dusty or
heavily polluted environments it is advis-
able to replace the filtering element more
frequently; in particular it should be re-
placed if a reduction of the amount of air
admitted to the passenger compartment
is noted.
IMPORTANT - Diesel filter
The possibility of topping up with diesel
fuel not complying with EN590 European
Norm might make it necessary to replace
the filter more frequently than indicated
in the “Service schedule”.IMPORTANT - Battery
The charge in the battery should be
checked at the start of winter to limit the
risk of electrolyte freezing.
This check should be carried out more
frequently if the car is used mainly for
short trips, or if it is fitted with accessories
that permanently absorb electricity even
with the ignition key removed, especially
in the case of after market accessories. If
the car is used in hot climates or particu-
larly harsh conditions it is wise to check
the level of the battery fluid (electrolyte)
more frequently than specified in the “Ser-
vice schedule” in this section.
Car maintenance should be
entrusted to Fiat Dealership.
For routine and minor main-
tenance operations you wish
to carry out yourself, always make sure
you have the proper equipment, gen-
uine Fiat spare parts and the necessary
fluids; do not however carry out these
operations if you have no experience.
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BRAKE FLUID fig. 12
Unscrew cap: check that the fluid level in
the reservoir is at maximum.
Fluid level in the reservoir shall not exceed
the MAXmark.
If fluid has to be added, it is suggested to
use the brake fluid in table “Fluids and lu-
bricants” (see chapter “Technical charac-
teristics”).
NOTE Clean accurately the tank cap and
the surrounding surface.
At plug opening, pay maximum attention
in order to prevent any impurities from
entering the tank.
For topping up, always use a funnel with
integrated filter with mesh equal to or
lower than 0.12 mm.
IMPORTANT Brake fluid absorbs mois-
ture, for this reason, if the vehicle is main-
ly used in areas with a high degree of at-
mospheric humidity, the fluid should be
replaced at more frequent intervals than
specified in the “Service schedule”.
fig. 12F0H0213m
Brake fluid is poisonous and
highly corrosive. In the event
of accidental contact, wash the parts
involved immediately with neutral
soap and water, then rinse thor-
oughly. Call the doctor immediately
if the fluid is swallowed.
WARNING
Symbol πon the container
indicates synthetic brake flu-
id, distinguishing it from the mineral
kind. Using mineral fluids irreversibly
damages the special braking system
rubber seals.
WARNINGMake sure that the highly
corrosive brake fluid does not
drip onto the paintwork. If it
does, wash it off immediate-
ly with water.
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DIESEL FUEL FILTER
(“green filter”)
DRAINING THE CONDENSE
(diesel versions)
The presence of water in the
fuel circuit may cause seri-
ous damage to the entire injection
system and cause irregular engine op-
eration. If the warning light
cturns
on (or on certain versions, a dedicat-
ed message is shown on the reconfig-
urable multifunction display) contact
a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible
to have the bleeding operation car-
ried out. Should the above indications
take place after refuelling, water has
probably been poured into the tank:
turn the engine off immediately and
contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
BATTERY
The battery is of the “Limited mainte-
nance” type: under normal conditions of
use the electrolyte does not need topping
up with distilled water.
INSPECTING THE CHARGE
AND THE ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
Inspection operations must be carried out
by specialised personnel, following the
prescriptions contained in the Owner
Handbook.
Any top-up operations must be carried
out exclusively by specialised personnel
and by the Fiat Dealership.
Battery liquid is poisonous
and corrosive. Avoid contact
with the skin and eyes. Keep naked
flames or possible sources of sparks
away from the battery: risk of explo-
sion or fire.
WARNING
CHANGING THE BATTERY
If required, replace the battery with a gen-
uine spare part having the same specifi-
cations.
If a battery with different specifications is
fitted, the service intervals given in the
“Service schedule” in this section will no
longer be valid.
Refer therefore to the instructions pro-
vided by the battery manufacturer.
Using the battery when the
fluid is too low can damage
it irreparably and generate a risk of
explosion.
WARNING
Incorrect assembly of electric
and electronic devices may
cause severe damage to your
car. 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.
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RUBBER HOSES
As far as the brake system and fuel rubber
hoses are concerned, carefully follow the
“Service schedule” in this section.
Indeed ozone, high temperatures and pro-
longed lack of fluid in the system may
cause hardening and cracking of the hoses,
with possible leaks. Careful control is
therefore necessary.
WINDSCREEN/
REAR WINDOW
WIPERS
BLADES
Periodically clean the rubber part using
special products; TUTELA PROFES-
SIONAL SC 35 is recommended.
If the rubber blades are bent or worn they
should be replaced. In any case they
should be changed once a year.
A few simple notions can reduce the pos-
sibility of damage to the blades:
❒if the temperature fall below zero,
make sure that ice has not frozen the
rubber against glass. If necessary, thaw
using an antifreeze product;
❒remove any snow from the glass: in ad-
dition to protecting the blades, this
prevents effort on the motor and
overheating;
❒do not operate the windscreen and
rear window wipers on dry glass.
Driving with worn wiper
blades is a serious hazard,
because visibility is reduced in bad
weather.
WARNING
Changing the windscreen wiper
blades fig. 14
Proceed as follows:
❒raise the windscreen wiper arm Aand
position the blade so that it forms an
angle of 90° with the arm;
❒press tab Bof the coupling spring and
remove the blade to be replaced from
the arm A;
❒fit the new blade by inserting the tab
into the special slot in the arm. Make
sure it is properly locked into place.
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TECHNICAL
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SUSPENSIONS
Front
Rear
(◊) Engine model provided for certain versions/markets only1.2
16V - 1.48V (◊) - 1.416V- 1.3 Multijet - 1.6 Multijet
Mc Pherson independent wheels
Interconnected wheels with twisting axle
STEERING
Type
Minimum steering
cycle m
(◊) Engine model provided for certain versions/markets only1.2
16V - 1.48V (◊) - 1.416V- 1.3 Multijet - 1.6 Multijet
Rack and pinion with electric power steering
10.0
BRAKES
Service brakes:– front
– rear
Parking brake
IMPORTANT Water, ice and antifreeze salt on roads may deposit on the brake discs thus reducing braking efficiency at first braking.
(◊) Engine model provided for certain versions/markets only1.2
16V - 1.48V (◊) - 1.416V- 1.3 Multijet 70HP
Disc, self-ventilating (257 mm x 22 mm)
Drum type (203 mm x 38 mm)
Controlled by hand lever, working
on rear brakes1.3 Multijet 90HP - 1.6 Multijet
Disc, self-ventilating (284 mm x 22mm)
1.3 Multijet 90HP: drum type (228 mm x 40 mm)
1.6 Multijet: disc (240 mm x 11 mm)
Controlled by hand lever, working
on rear brakes
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Fluid and lubricant specifications
for correct car operation
Synthetic-based oils, grade SAE 10W-40, ACEA A3, API SL;
FIAT 9.55535-G2 qualification
Synthetic-based oils, grade SAE 5W-40,
FIAT 9.55535-N2 qualificationOriginal
fluids and lubricants
SELENIA 20K
Contractual
Technical Reference
N° F405.N04
SELENIA WR
Contractual
Technical Reference
N° F515.D06
According to Service
Schedule
According to Service
Schedule
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS AND THEIR SPECIFICATIONS
Use
For diesel engines, in emergency cases where genuine products are not available, lubricants with min. performance ACEA C2 are accepted. If
this is the case, the best engine performance is not guaranteed. We however recommend replacing the lubricant with those recommended by
Fiat Dealership.
The use of products with features lower than ACEA A1/B1 and ACEA C2 could cause engine damage which is not covered by warranty.
If the vehicle is used in particularly cold climates, ask your Fiat Dealership for the right Seleniaproduct. Lubricants for
petrol engines
Lubricants for
Multijet enginesChange
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N N
D D
E E
X X
ABS (system) ............................. 83
Accessories purchased by
the user ..................................... 86
Air bags (front)........................... 106
– driver's air bag ...................... 106
– passenger's front air bag .... 107
– passenger's front air bag
manual deactivation ........... 108
– Side bags ............................... 108
Air cleaner................................... 166
Air vents .....................................
Ashtray (Smokers' kit) ............ 71
At the filling station ................... 90
Automatic two-zone climate
control system ......................... 51
Battery
– checking the charge............. 173
– jump starting ......................... 134
– recharging .............................. 158
– replacing ............................... 173 Bodywork
– maintenance ......................... 178
– version codes........................ 184
Bonnet ......................................... 80
Boot ............................................. 76
– extension ............................... 77
– light ......................................... 152
Brake lights
– bulb replacement ................. 151
Brakes
– fluid level ............................... 172
– handbrake ............................. 114
– service and emergency ....... 188
Bulb (replacement) ................... 144
Capacities ................................... 195
Car inactivity ............................. 122
Car maintenance ........................ 161
– additional checks.................. 165– Annual Inspection Schedule 165
– scheduled service................. 162
– Service Schedule .................. 163
Cargo box ................................... 69
Carrying children safely ............ 99
Ceiling lights ................................ 64
– bulb replacement ................. 152
Cellular telephones
– presetting............................... 85
Checking fluid levels ............... 167
Child lock ................................... 17
Cigar lighter (Smokers' kit) ..... 71
Clutch .......................................... 187
CO
2emissions .......................... 199
Containing running costs ......... 116
Correct use of the car ............ 111
Cruise Control .......................... 63
Dashboard and controls ......... 4
Diesel fuel filter ................... 166-173
Dimensions ............................... 193
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