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Before towing, turn the
ignition key to MAR
and then to STOP without
extracting it. If the key is
removed, the steering lock will
activate automatically and it
will be impossible to steer the
wheels.
WARNING
The tow hook must be
used exclusively for
roadside assistance operations.
You are allowed to tow the
vehicle for short distances using
an appropriate device in
accordance with the highway
code (rigid bar), to move the
vehicle on the road in readiness
for towing or transport via a
breakdown vehicle. The tow
hook MUST NOT be used to
tow vehicles off the road or
where there are obstacles
and/or for towing operations
using cables or other non-rigid
devices. In compliance with the
above conditions, towing must
take place with the two
vehicles (one towing, the other
towed) aligned as much as
possible along the same centre
line.
WARNING
fig. 149
F0X0132m
IF THE VEHICLE
MUST BE TOWED
The vehicle can only be towed at the
front.
The tow hook is supplied with the
vehicle.
It is located in the tool bag.
How to attach the tow hook:
1) Take the tow hook.
2) Remove the cover on the front
bumper fig. 149, prising it up using
a screwdriver in the notch on the
cover.
3) Fully tighten the ring on the
threaded pin.
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SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN
Service coupons must be performed every 35,000 km.
Thousands of miles
Thousands of kilometres
Months
Check battery charge status and recharge if necessary
Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure, if required
Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, passenger compartment, glove compartment,
instrument panel warning lights, etc.)
Check operation of windscreen washer system and adjust jets
if necessary
Check windscreen wiper blade position/wear
Check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks, as well as
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 rear drum brake lining condition and wear
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PERIODIC CHECKS
Every 1,000 km or before long
journeys, check and, if necessary, top
up the following:
– engine coolant level;
– brake fluid level;
– windscreen washer fluid level;
– tyre pressure and conditions;
– operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators,
hazard warning lights, etc.);
– operation of windscreen
washer/wiper system and
position/wear of windscreen/rear
window wiper blades;
Every 3,000 km check and top up if
required: engine oil level.
You are advised to use PETRONAS
LUBRICANTS products, which have
been designed and produced
specifically for Fiat vehicles (see table
“Capacities” in the “Technical
specifications” section).
DEMANDING
VEHICLE USE
If the vehicle is mostly used in one of
the following conditions:
– towing a trailer or caravan;
– dusty roads;
– short, repeated journeys (less
than 7-8 km) at sub-zero
temperatures;
– engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long
periods of inactivity;
the following checks must be carried
out more frequently than indicated
in the Scheduled Servicing Plan:
– check front disc brake pad
conditions and wear;
– check cleanliness of bonnet and
boot locks, and cleanliness and
lubrication of linkages;– visually inspect the conditions of:
engine, gearbox, transmission,
pipes and hoses
(exhaust/fuel/brakes), rubber parts
(boots/sleeves/bushes, etc.);
– check battery charge and fluid
level (electrolyte);
– visually inspect the condition of
the accessory drive belts;
– check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter;
– check pollen filter and replace, if
required;
– check air cleaner and replace, if
required.
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149
WINDSCREEN WIPER
BLADES
Periodically clean the rubber part
using special products; TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC35 is
recommended.
Replace the blades if the rubber edge
is deformed or worn. In all cases, it is
advisable to replace them approximately
once a year.
Driving with worn wiper
blades is a serious
hazard, because visibility is
reduced in bad weather.
WARNING
A few simple precautions can reduce
the possibility of damage to the
blades:
– make sure that the rubber part is
not stuck to the windscreen at
sub-zero temperatures. Use a de-
icing product to release it if
required;
– remove any snow from the glass:
in addition to protecting the
blades, this prevents effort on the
motor and over-heating;
– do not operate the windscreen
wipers on dry glass.Replacing blades
1) raise the windscreen wiper arm
A-fig. 161 and position the blade
so that it forms an angle of 90°
with the arm;
2) push the wiper downwards
releasing it from arm A;
3) fit the new blade, inserting the tab
in the special housing in the arm.
Make sure that it is properly
locked into place.
fig. 161
F0X0145m
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154
GENUINE LEATHER
STEERING WHEEL/
HANDBRAKE/GEAR
LEVER KNOB
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
These components must be cleaned
with mild soap and water only.
Never use alcohol or alcohol-based
products.
Read the product label carefully
before using specific products for
cleaning the interiors: make sure
that the product does not contain
spirits or alcohol-based substances.If, when cleaning the windscreen
with specific products, window
cleaner accidentally drips onto the
leather of the steering wheel/gear
lever knob/handbrake, wipe away
immediately and then wash the
affected area with mild soap and
water.
IMPORTANT Be careful when using
a steering wheel locking device, to
avoid damaging the leather
upholstery through abrasion. PLASTIC PARTS
It is advisable to clean interior parts
with a moist cloth and a solution of
water and mild neutral soap.
Use specific products for cleaning
plastic, without solvents and
specifically designed to prevent
damage to the appearance and
colour of the treated parts, to
remove grease and tough stains.
IMPORTANT Never use alcohol or
petroleum to clean the instrument
panel.
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156
BODYWORK PAINT
IDENTIFICATION PLATE
fig. 164
This is applied to the inside of the
passenger side door and bears the
following information:
A Paint manufacturer.
B Colour name.
C Fiat colour code.
D Re-spray and touch-up colour
code.CHASSIS MARKING fig. 165
This is located on the passenger
compartment floor panel, near the
right front seat; open flap A
to access.
The marking includes:
– vehicle model;
– chassis number.
fig. 164
F0X0148m
fig. 165
F0X0149m
ENGINE MARKING
This is stamped on the cylinder
block and includes the model and
the manufacturing serial number.
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Direction indicators
- control ..................................................................................... 61
- front bulb replacement ....................................................... 116
- rear bulb replacement....................................................118-119
- side bulb replacement ......................................................... 117
Doors (opening/closing).............................................................. 69
DPF ................................................................................................. 94
DPF (particulate filter)................................................................. 94
DPF system ....................................................................................94
Draining condensation................................................................. 144
Driving lights .................................................................................64
Driving lights
- bulb replacement............................................................118-119
- control ..................................................................................... 64
ELD ................................................................................................ 88
Electrical/electronic devices ......................................................91
E-Locker ........................................................................................ 88
E-Locker system (ELD)............................................................... 88
Emergency situations................................................................... 107
Emergency
- emergency situations ..........................................................107
- hazard warning lights ............................................................ 63
Engine compartment.................................................................... 138
- washing ....................................................................................152
Engine coolant level......................................................................140
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................................... 28
Engine coolant
- checking level......................................................................... 140
- temperature gauge ................................................................ 28
Engine marking.............................................................................. 156Engine oil consumption ..............................................................140
Engine oil level ............................................................................. 139
Engine oil level............................................................................... 139
Engine oil
- consumption........................................................................... 140
- level check ............................................................................. 139
- specifications....................................................................168-169
Engine
- coolant level........................................................................... 140
- coolant temperature gauge ................................................. 28
- engine type code ................................................................... 157
- fuel............................................................................................ 158
- marking....................................................................................156
- power supply.......................................................................... 159
- specifications ......................................................................... 158
- washing the engine compartment...................................... 152
Environment (protection) ......................................................... 94
Environmental protection........................................................... 94
Essential information .................................................................. 4
Exhaust emissions ....................................................................... 172
Extinguisher ..................................................................................131
Fabric trim
- cleaning ....................................................................................153
Fiat CODE (system) ................................................................... 7
Fiat CODE system ...................................................................... 7
Flashing .......................................................................................... 60
Fluids and lubricants .............................................................169-170
Fog lights ....................................................................................... 64
Fog lights
- bulb replacement................................................................... 117
- control ..................................................................................... 64
Follow me home system .............................................................71
180
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Rear fog lights
- bulb replacement............................................................118-119
- control ..................................................................................... 64
Rear roof light
- bulb replacement ................................................................. 121
- control ..................................................................................... 67
Rear roof light
- bulb replacement ................................................................. 121
- control ..................................................................................... 67
Rear view mirrors
- door mirrors ..........................................................................19
- interior .................................................................................... 18
Refuelling........................................................................................ 92
- filling the tank......................................................................... 93
- fuel cap .................................................................................... 93
- saving....................................................................................... 102
Remote control battery (replacement) ................................... 10
Remote control ............................................................................ 8
- additional................................................................................. 9
- ministerial approval............................................................... 10
- replacing the battery ............................................................ 10
Rev counter .................................................................................. 29
Reversing lights
- bulb replacement............................................................118-119
Right stalk ....................................................................................... 60
Rim Protector (tyres) ................................................................. 162
Rims
- correct reading ..................................................................... 163
- specifications ......................................................................... 163
Roll and pitch meters
- pitch meter............................................................................. 30
- recalibrating the instruments ............................................ 31
- roll meter................................................................................30
Rubber tubes................................................................................. 148Scrappage ................................................................................. 171
Scrapping the vehicle................................................................... 173
Seat belts .......................................................................................20
- front ........................................................................................ 20
- general instructions .............................................................. 22
- height adjustment ................................................................. 20
- maintenance .......................................................................... 24
- rear ......................................................................................... 21
Seats
- adjusting ..................................................................................16-17
- cleaning ....................................................................................153
Set-up menu................................................................................... 34
Side lights
- control ..................................................................................... 61
- front bulb replacement ....................................................... 117
- rear bulb replacement..........................................................118
Snow chains .................................................................................. 104
Socket ............................................................................................. 67
Speed ratings (tyres) ................................................................... 162
Speedometer................................................................................. 27
Starting the engine ......................................................................95-96
- bump starting ........................................................................ 108
- ignition switch ....................................................................... 11
- jump starting ......................................................................... 107
Steering lock ................................................................................. 11
Steering wheel ...............................................................................18
Steering........................................................................................... 160
Sun visors ...................................................................................... 68
Sun visors ....................................................................................... 68
Sunroof........................................................................................... 71
Suspension...................................................................................... 160
Symbols........................................................................................... 7
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