2012 FIAT IDEA service schedule

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Adjusting the button volume
(Button Vol.)
This function enables setting the volume
of the roger-beep accompanying the acti-
vation of buttons MODE, +and – ac-
cording to 8 levels.
To adjust the desired volume proceed as
follows:
– briefly press button MODE: the previ-
ously set volume “level” starts flashing on
the display;
– press button +or –to set the volume
level;
– briefly press button MODEto go back
to the menu screen or press the button
for a prolonged time to go back to the
standard screen without storing the set-
tings.
S.B.R. buzzer reactivation
(Belt Buzzer) (where provided)
This function can only be displayed after
Fiat Dealership has deactivated the S.B.R.
system (see paragraph “S.B.R. system” in
section “Safety devices”).The indications will appear more fre-
quently when there are 200 km left. For
1.3 Multijet versions refer to the instruc-
tions provided in the “Scheduled Servic-
ing Plan” in section “Car Maintenance” for
air filter, engine oil and engine oil filter re-
placement. The indication will appear in
kilometres or miles according to the unit
settings. When the next scheduled ser-
vicing is near, the message “Service” will
appear on the display followed by the
number of kilometres or miles or days left
before servicing when the key is turned to
MAR. The “Scheduled Servicing” message
shows information in either kilometres
(km) or miles (mi) or in days (dd) de-
pending on the deadline showing up first.
Go to the Fiat Dealership where the ser-
vicing operations envisaged in the “Sched-
uled Service Plan” or “Yearly Inspection
Plan” will be performed and the message
will be reset. Scheduled Servicing (Service)
This function enables viewing of informa-
tion on proper car servicing depending on
the kilometres travelled or daily intervals.
This information is consulted as follows:
– briefly press button MODE: the display
shows service requirements in km or mi
according to the previous setting (see
paragraph “Distance unit”);
– press button +or –to view the service
interval in days;
– briefly press button MODEto go back
to the menu screen or press the button
for a prolonged time to go back to the
standard screen.
Note According to the “Scheduled Ser-
vicing Plan” the car must be serviced every
20,000 km (or equivalent mileage) or on
a yearly basis. This message appears au-
tomatically when the key is positioned on
MARafter travelling for 2,000 km (or
equivalent mileage) or 30 days after the
deadline. It appears every 200 km (or
equivalent mileage) or 3 days.
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CONTAINING
RUNNING COSTS
Here are some suggestions which may
help you to keep the running costs of your
car down and lower the amount of toxic
emissions released into the atmosphere.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out
in accordance with the “Service schedule”.
Tyres
Check the pressure of the tyres routine-
ly 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 too much luggage
stowed in the boot. The weight of the car
(especially when driving in town) and its
trim greatly affects consumption and sta-
bility.Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from
the roof as soon as they are no longer
used. These accessories lower air pene-
tration and adversely affect consumption
levels. When needing to carry particular-
ly voluminous objects, preferably use a
trailer.
Electric devices
Use electric devices only for the amount
of time needed. Rear heated window, ad-
ditional headlights, windscreen wipers and
heater fan need a considerable amount of
energy, therefore increasing the require-
ment of current increases fuel consump-
tion (up to +25% in the urban cycle).
Climate control
The air conditioner is an additional load
which greatly affects the engine leading to
higher consumption (on average up to
+20%). When the temperature outside
the vehicle permits it, use the air vents
where possible.
Spoilers
The use of non-certified aerodynamic
items may adversely affect air drag and
consumption levels.DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm the engine with the car at
a standstill or at idle or high speed: under
these conditions the engine warms up
much more slowly, increasing electrical
consumption and emissions. It is therefore
advisable to move off immediately, slow-
ly, avoiding high speeds. This way the en-
gine will warm faster.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid accelerating when waiting at traffic
lights or before switching off the engine.
This and also double declutching is ab-
solutely pointless on modern cars and al-
so increase consumption and pollution.
Gear selection
As soon as the conditions of the traffic and
road allow, use a higher gear. Using a low
gear to obtain brilliant performance in-
creases consumption.
In the same way improper use of a high
gear increases consumption, emissions an
engine wear.
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SCHEDULED SERVICING .................................................. 162
SERVICE SCHEDULE ........................................................... 163
ANNUAL INSPECTION SCHEDULE .............................. 165
ADDITIONAL CHECKS ..................................................... 165
CHECKING FLUID LEVELS ............................................... 167
DIESEL FUEL FILTER (green filter) ................................... 173
BATTERY ................................................................................ 173
WHEELS AND TYRES ......................................................... 175
RUBBER HOSES .................................................................... 176
WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW WIPERS .................. 176
BODYWORK ........................................................................ 178
INTERIORS............................................................................. 180
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SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct maintenance is essential for en-
suring long car life under the best condi-
tions.
This is why Fiat has programmed a series
of checks and maintenance operations
every 20,000 km.
It is however important to remember that
scheduled servicing does not completely
cover all the car’s requirements: also in
the initial period before 20,000 km service
coupon and later, between one coupon
and another, ordinary care is still required
such as for example routine check and
topping up the level of fluids, tyre pressure
check, etc...IMPORTANT The Programmed Mainte-
nance coupons are specified by the Man-
ufacturer. The failure to have them car-
ried out may invalidate the warranty.
Scheduled Servicing is performed by all Fi-
at Dealership, at pre-established times.
If during each operation, in addition to the
ones programmed, the need arises for fur-
ther replacements or repairs, these may
be carried out only with the explicit agree-
ment of the Customer.IMPORTANT You are advised to contact
Fiat Dealership in the event of any minor
operating faults, without waiting for the
next service coupon.
If your car is used frequently for towing,
the interval between one service coupon
and the other must be reduced.
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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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