2012 FIAT PUNTO check engine light

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fig. 7
Do not travel if the wind-
screen washer reservoir is
empty: using the windscreen washer
is essential for improving visibility.
WARNING
Some commercial additives
for windscreen washing are
flammable. The engine compartment
contains hot parts which could cause
a fire if they come into contact with
these additives.
WARNING
Prevent brake fluid, which is
highly corrosive, from coming
into contact with painted
parts. Wash with water im-
mediately if this should happen.WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW
WASHER FLUID fig. 6
To top up, remove the cap A.
Pour in a mixture of water and TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC35, in the follow-
ing concentrations:
30% TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC35 and 70% water in summer.
50% TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC35 and 50% water in winter.
If temperatures are below −20°C, use
undiluted TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC35 fluid.
Check the level through the reservoir.
fig. 6F0M0154mBRAKE FLUID fig. 7
Undo the cap Aand check that the liquid
contained in the reservoir is at the maxi-
mum level.
The fluid level in the reservoir must not
exceed the MAXmark.
If you need to top up, you should use the
brake fluid shown in the “Fluids and lu-
bricants” table (see “Technical Specifica-
tions”).
NB Carefully clean the reservoir cap A
and the surrounding surfaces.
When opening the cap, make sure that no
dirt gets into the reservoir.
Always use a funnel with a built-in filter
with a mesh of 0.12 mm or less for top-
ping up.
IMPORTANT Brake fluid absorbs mois-
ture. For this reason, if the car is mainly
used in areas with a high degree of at-
mospheric humidity, the fluid should be
replaced at more frequent intervals than
specified in the “Scheduled Servicing Plan”.F0M0155m
Brake fluid is poisonous and
highly corrosive. In the event
of accidental contact, wash the parts
immediately with water and mild
soap, then rinse with plenty of
water. Call a doctor immediately if
swallowed.
Symbol πon the container indicates
a synthetic brake fluid, which is dif-
ferent from a mineral fluid. Using a
mineral-type fluid will damage the
special rubber seals of the braking sys-
tem beyond repair.
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IMPORTANT If the battery’s charge stays
below 50% for a long time it becomes
damaged through sulphation, which re-
duces its capacity and ability to start
the car.
The battery will also be more at risk of
freezing (this can happen as early as
−10°C). Refer to “Car inactivity” in “Start-
ing and driving” if the car is left parked for
a long time.
If, after buying the car, you want to install
electrical devices that require a permanent
electric supply (alarm, etc.) or devices that
use a lot of electricity, contact a Fiat Deal-
ership. Their qualified personnel, in addi-
tion to suggesting the most suitable de-
vices from the Lineaccessori Fiat range,
will evaluate the overall electricity con-
sumption, checking whether the car’s elec-
tric system is capable of withstanding the
load required, or whether it should be in-
tegrated with a more powerful battery.
Since these devices continue to consume
energy even when the engine is switched
off, they gradually run down the battery.
USEFUL ADVICE FOR
EXTENDING THE LIFE
OF YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and make
it last longer, follow these instructions
closely:
❒when you park the car, ensure that the
doors, boot and bonnet are closed
properly to prevent the ceiling courtesy
lights from staying on;
❒turn off the ceiling lights, although the
car does have an automatic system for
switching off internal lights;
❒do not leave devices (e.g. sound sys-
tem, hazard lights, etc.) switched on
for a long time when the engine is not
running;
❒before performing any operation on the
electrical system, disconnect the nega-
tive battery cable;
❒make sure battery terminals are fully
tightened.
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 (anti-
theft device, mobile phone, etc.): they
will suggest the most suitable devices
and advise you if a higher-capacity bat-
tery needs to be installed.
Batteries contain substances
that can be very harmful to
the environment. It is advis-
able to have the battery
changed by a Fiat Dealership, where
it will be disposed of properly and in
accordance with the law.
If the vehicle must remain
unused for a long time at
very low temperatures, remove the
battery and take it to a warm place
to avoid freezing.
WARNING
If you have to perform any
operation on the battery or
near it, always protect your eyes with
special goggles.
WARNING
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AND DEVICESCar maintenance and care ......... 165
– Heavy use of the vehicle ........ 171
– Planned maintenance programme ....................... 167-149
– Regular checks .......................... 171
– Scheduled servicing ................ 166
Car prolon ged stop ...................... 120
Card/CD hol der ........................... 58
Carrying children safely ............... 97
Ceiling lig hts .................................... 51
Changing a tyre ............................. 135
Chassis mark ing ............................ 186
Checking fluid levels ...................... 172
Child lo ck ....................................... 62
Child safety lock ........................... 62
Child seats (compliance for use) .......... 100-102
– Universal Isofix seat ............... 101
Cigarette ligh ter ............................ 58
Clutch .............................................. 190
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2emissions .............................. 203 Code card
...................................... 8
Consumption – engine oil .................................. 174
– fuel .............................................. 202
Control bu ttons ............................ 53
Cup holder co mpartments ......... 58
Cup/can holders ............................ 58
Dashboard ..................................... 5
Dashboard and controls ............. 4
Data plates – bodywork paint ....................... 187
– identification data ................... 186
Dead lock ( device) ....................... 61
Digital di splay ................................. 16
Dimensions .................................... 196
Direction indicators – controls .................................... 48
– front bulb repla cement .......... 148
– rear bulb repla cement ........... 149
– side bulb replacement ............ 149
Display functio ns ........................... 24
Door lo cks ..................................... 60
Doors .............................................. 60
ABS ................................................. 72
Accessories purchased by the o wner ............................... 86
Adjusting the seats ....................... 32
Air filter .......................................... 177
Alarm .............................................. 10
Arm rest .......................................... 57
Ashtray ............................................. 59
ASR system .................................... 75
Battery
– battery recha rging .................. 161
– inspecting th e charge ............. 177
– jump starting ............................ 134
– replacement ............................. 177
Body – maintenance ............................. 182
– version codes .......................... 188
Brake fluid le vel ............................. 176
Brakes – fluid le vel ................................... 176
– specifications ............................ 191
Bulb (replacement) – bulb types ................................. 146
– general info rmation ................ 145
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Follow me home (device) ........... 48
Front a irbags .................................. 103
Front ceiling lights – bulb replace ment .................... 152
– controls .................................... 51
Fuel cut-off system........................ 55
Fuel flap ........................................... 89
Fuel level gauge ............................. 15
Fuel tank cap .................................. 89
Fuel – fuel cut-off system .................. 55
– fuel gauge .................................. 15
Fuses (replacement) ..................... 153
Gearbox
– using the manual gearbox ..... 114
Glove bo x ...................................... 57
Glove compart ment ..................... 56
Handbrake .................................... 113
Hazard warning lights .................. 53
Headlights ....................................... 70
– Adjusting headlights abroad... 71
– headlamp alignment corrector .................................. 70
– light beam direction ................ 70
Headrest .......................................... 34
Heated rear win dow ......... 40-45-54 Heating and vent
ilation ................ 37
Heating and ventilation system .. 37
Hill Holder system ....................... 74
Hood ............................................... 68
Hydraulic Brake Assist .................. 74
Identification data ......................... 186
Ignition device ............................... 12
In an emer gency ............................ 133
Installing the tow hook ................ 117
Instrument panel ........................... 13
Instruments .................................... 14
Interior fittings .............................. 56
Interiors .......................................... 184
Jack .................................................. 137
Key with remote control ........... 8
– Changing battery - key with remote control ....................... 9
– Replacing the remote control cover ......................................... 9
Key without rem ote control ..... 10
Keys ................................................. 8
Levels ............................................. 172
Load limiters .................................. 94
Low beams – bulb replace ment .................... 148
– controls .................................... 47
Emergency rear door locking
device ............................................ 62
Engine .............................................. 189
– features ..................................... 189
– identification c ode ..................188
– marking ..................................... 187
Engine compart ments................... 172
Engine coolan t level ..................... 175
Engine coolant temperature indicator ....................................... 15
Engine oil level ............................... 174
Engine oil – checking level .......................... 174
– consumpt ion ............................ 174
– technical specifications .......... 200
EOBD (system) ............................. 76
ESP (system) .................................. 73
Extending th e boot ....................... 66
Exterior lights ................................ 47
Fiat CODE (system) ................... 6
Fire exting uisher............................ 59
Fix&Go autom atic ........................ 140
Flashing the h eadlights ................. 47
Fluids and lubricants ..................... 200
Fog lights – bulb replace ment .................... 149
– control button ......................... 53
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